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28 November 2023 – Conference Day 1

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  • Why we started the L&D transformation journey.
  • How we build and run new L&D ecosystem like a start-up.
  • Result from the new L&D eco-system / how it impacts our organization.
  • Key learning from our transformation journey.

DARWIN TANZIL

Global Learning & Development Manager
Philip Morris International

The core of human development lies in our innate desire to learn and grow. In this talk, we explore the roots of this drive, the reasons for our engagement, and the hurdles we face. From ancient civilizations to the digital era, learning has shaped our journey, while innovative techniques, technology, and collaboration point toward a future where continuous learning fuels talent development. The talk would focus on the below key aspects:

  • Timeless principles in the Art of Facilitating Learning
  • Trends and Best Practices in building a Culture of Learning
  • Future of Holistic Learning to address Complex challenges

ROY LAI

President
SINGAPORE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

By benchmarking SEA data with global norms, we will share the insights which are designed to fuel your leadership growth strategy, aiming to help C-suite and HR professionals understand the most pressing leadership challenges facing businesses over the next few years, and take action to prepare.

  • Tracking both broad trends on the state of leadership and offers practical, research-driven guidance to implement successful leadership strategies.
  • Revealing the situations where leaders are stalled and frustrated, and where there are powerful opportunities to engage and develop leaders.
  • Turning the findings in the right development opportunities for your organization that will fuel your human and organizational growth in the next few years.

APISITH THANOPAJAI

Vice President
DDI ASEAN

Key industries are facing a growing talent gap. This presentation focuses on developing future skills to bridge the gap.

  • Identifying emerging skills needed for your organization
  • Collaboration between academia and industry for skill development
  • Upskilling and reskilling programs for a changing workforce

CHEE GAY LIM

Group Chief Human Resources Officer
TDCX Malaysia

Exploring talent development strategies for managing and leveraging the diversity of cross-cultural teams

  • Cultivating cultural intelligence in cross-cultural teams
  • Communication and collaboration techniques for diverse teams in Asia
  • Leadership approaches that bridge cultural differences

ANJALI PARMAR

Senior Director, People Business Partner, APAC & JAPAN
ZSCALER Singapore

Creating a workplace culture that fosters resilience and well-being in employees while incorporating mental health practices into talent development programs.

  • Cultivating a workplace culture that supports resilience and well-being in employees.
  • Identifying the key factors contributing to a resilient workforce.
  • Incorporating mental health practices into talent development programs and implementing effective strategies for integrating mental health into talent development.

CHRISTAL HNGOI

Global HR Director
IRD GLOBAL

  • How do we address limited accessibility to training and development opportunities for remote or geographically dispersed employees?
  • Inequality in access to employee development resources based on factors like job level, location, or department
  • Failure to address the diverse learning needs and preferences of employees

LIYING LIM

SVP SMB / MM APAC
Go1

VASANTH SANKARAN

Director
SINGAPORE TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION

CHRISTAL HNGOI

Global HR Director
IRD GLOBAL

DARWIN TANZIL

Global Learning & Development Manager
Philip Morris International

In today’s ever-changing business landscape, alongside evolving employee expectations, corporate culture has risen as a defining force in shaping the future of organizations. Corporate culture encompasses a set of values, beliefs, behaviors, and the collective spirit of its workforce. It plays a pivotal role in influencing collaboration, fostering innovation, and determining how organizations respond to challenges, ultimately impacting their excellence in various aspects of their operations. Explore Singtel’s inspiring journey in nurturing a unique and vibrant organizational culture known as “B.I.G.” – where employees experience a strong sense of Belonging, can make an Impact, and are empowered to grow. Singtel’s culture has significantly contributed to high levels of employee engagement

ENG-SING SOON

VP Talent, Group People & Sustainabilty Singtel

  • Change in the global workforce – Purpose vs. Paycheck
  • The power of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and other volunteerism activities in developing talent skills and increasing employee engagement
  • Sharing of the Ayala Foundation talent development model and experience in driving nation building in the Philippines through employee development programs

JOSELITO ERENO

Manager, HR Development
Ayala Foundation Philippines

Talent Development is an investment in people that can benefit both the talent (workers) and the organization. Because this is a sophisticated organizational approach that can have a substantial impact on the organization’s success, organizations must ensure that it is properly set up. A strong foundation of leadership support, experience, and best practices underpins a successful people development program.

  • The St. Luke’s Medical Center People Programs
  • Best practice: The St. Luke’s 8QP
  • The Philippine Society for Talent Development Framework
  • The Philippine Society for Talent Development (PSTD) Surveys on (a). Talent Development Planning Practices in the Philippines (b). Career Management Practices in the Philippines

IRENE MARIE SALINAS-ISLETA

President
Philiipine Society for Talent Development

Desmond Williams

Co-founder, Managing Partner
Tribusagile

29 November 2023 – Conference Day 2

From conference chairman

The recent pandemic may have influenced how we perceive digital learning. Nevertheless, innovative thinking, a thorough comprehension of training objectives, and a dose of empathy can act as catalysts. These will motivate both trainers and learners to enthusiastically embrace digital learning, with a focus on essential training needs as a critical element in our forward journey.

  • Hard truth of Digital Learning
  • 5 Observation & Challenges on Digital Learning
  • Essential skill set on Digital Content Creation

CAVVY CHIN

Assistant Director, People & Organisation Development
WOODLANDS HEALTH
Singapore

Unleash the potential of learning and development in “Measuring the Unseen: Unveiling Learning Impact.” Discover the importance of evaluating learning impact, glean insights from marketing, and adopt a “show the value” mindset. Learn to define L&D success with the six types of outcomes and utilize a six-step guide for effective impact evaluation. Key Takeaways:

  • Demonstrating Value: Understand the significance of evaluating learning impact and adopting a marketing mindset to showcase your L&D program’s value.
  • L&D Success Defined: Explore the six types of outcomes that define success in learning and development.
  • Practical Impact Evaluation: Follow a six-step guide, from emphasizing impact to leveraging results, and embrace the seven principles of the “show the value” mindset for L&D success

NADER BECHINI

Co-founder and Managing Director
Growship

Ma. Theresa Llamas

CHRO
Newport World Resorts

Examining the integration of sustainable business practices into talent development strategies in Asian organizations

  • Developing sustainability competencies in the workforce
  • Green skills and environmental awareness in talent development
  • Corporate social responsibility and talent attraction in Asia

STAVIA DEXTERINA

HR Country Head
NOKIA Indonesia

  • Leveraging data-driven insights for talent acquisition and retention
  • Predictive modeling for workforce planning
  • Ethical considerations and data privacy in talent analytics

JASMINE BAHEN

Chief People Officer
EDELMAN Singapore

JENNIFER DI

Director of Human Resources – SEA
BAXTER INTERNATIONAL Singapore

  • Building skill catalogue that matters for agile talent
  • Design learning that aligned with business needs and core values to drive business outcomes
  • Impact of experiential learning in building growth mindset

DONA TAMBA

Chief Human Resource Officer
PFI Mega Life Insurance

  • Strategies for navigating digital transformation
  • Developing a culture of agility and adaptability
  • Building digital literacy and technological skills
  • Harnessing technology for learning and development

David Hendrick Junior

Executive Director
National Healthcare Group Singapore

Giray Jonathan Galacio

Senior Regional Training Specialist
Johnson & Johnson

STAVIA DEXTERINA

HR Country Head
NOKIA Indonesia

  • How generative AI can analyze individual learning patterns, preferences, and skill gaps to create personalized learning paths
  • Integrating generative AI into learning platforms to adapt content and difficulty levels based on learners’ progress and performance

Kaustav Chakravarthy

Chief Human Resource Officer
Hoya Vision Care Singapore

  • Designing personalized development plans for each identified employee
  • Providing opportunities for challenging assignments and skill-building projects
  • Creating a supportive and inclusive environment to encourage growth
  • Encouraging a culture of learning and promoting professional development

GARETH POH

Regional Head of Human Resources
CH Robinson
Singapore

This panel discussion on leadership development brings together experts from various fields to explore the importance, challenges, and strategies for nurturing effective leaders. Through insightful conversations and real-world examples, the panel aims to provide valuable insights into developing leadership skills that drive organizational success and personal growth.

Dr. Saba Hasanie

Regional Representative
Leadership Circle Singapore

Badai Prasthari

Human Resources Director
Reckitt
Indonesia

Gayatheri Silvakumer

Chief Talent Officer, APAC
McCann Worldgroup Singapore

Rhona Rabbani

Managing Director, Talent & Learning
FEDeX Hong Kong

Joselito Ereno

Manager, HR Development
Ayala Foundation
Philippines

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