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The HR Impact Show

by EngageRocket

Join top global people leaders for honest conversations about how to build and transform high-performing cultures.Hear from CHROs and HR experts from global and world-renowned organisations as they share their top people analytics tips, leadership journeys, lessons and challenges while navigating the complexities of transformation and the multi-generational and diverse cultures in Asia.

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  1. Reimagining HR as Business Driver with Purpose and People: Li Lian Tan (CHRO at Mediacorp)

    Lilian Tan is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Mediacorp, where she leads the organisation’s people strategy, culture transformation, and workforce development across Singapore’s largest national media network.She is a seasoned HR leader with over 20 years of experience across industries...

  2. Inside Org Design: What Leaders Get Wrong and How to Fix It: Iwan de Leeuw, Global Organisation Design Leader, ABB

    Iwan de Leeuw is the Global Organisation Design Leader at ABB, where he leads enterprise-wide strategies to optimise structures, capabilities, and performance. With over 2 decades of international HR experience, he has held senior roles across GE, Techcombank, and Toll Group, specialising in...

  3. Transforming Schools, Shaping Cultures: Abhilasha Deshmukh (Group HR Director at Global Schools Group)

    As Group HR Director at Global Schools Foundation, Abhilasha leads people strategy, talent development, and organisational transformation across 12 international school brands in 11 countries, supporting more than 5,500 employees worldwide. Her career spans over two decades in senior HR…

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  4. How Top HR Leaders Operationalize Wellness by Humanizing Leadership: Jolene Huang (Chief Talent Officer, SG & SEA at Publicis Groupe)

    Jolene is Publicis Groupe’s Chief Talent Officer for Singapore and the Southeast Asia markets. She is passionate about creating positive change that is practical yet engaging and fun for employees. She has more than 20 years of experience in the HR field, driving company-wide changes and building...

  5. From Complexity to Empowerment: Airbus’ Approach to Decentralized Leadership: Paul Coignec (Head of HR, APAC at Airbus)

    Paul Coignec is the Head of Human Resources for Asia-Pacific at Airbus, a role he has held since February 2023. Based in Singapore, he leads the people strategy and HR operations across all business divisions, supporting over 3,500 employees in 11 countries. Having spent his entire career with...

  6. Unpacking the 3 Pillars of Strategic Change Management: Pauline Tay (VP of HR, APAC at Griffith Foods)

    As VP of Human Resources – Asia Pacific at Griffith Foods, Pauline drives regional HR strategy to support business transformation and growth. With over 30 years of global experience, she has led change management, culture, and leadership programs across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Pauline…

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  7. The Future of Workspaces: Steelcase’s Agile, Inclusive Approach: Patrick Woo (HR Director, APAC at Steelcase)

    Patrick Woo is the Director of Human Resources at Steelcase Asia Pacific. With a diverse professional background in both the private and public sectors, ranging from government and aviation to management consulting and manufacturing. Patrick is well-experienced in leading and partnering with…

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  8. Global HR Leadership: Balancing Culture and Change: Luigi Bellopede, VP HR Asia Pacific at Prysmian

    As Vice President of HR Asia Pacific at Prysmian, Luigi Bellopede leads people strategy across nine countries for over 3,100 employees. With 20 years of international HR experience, he has held senior leadership roles in retail, manufacturing, and the pharmaceutical sector, with deep expertise in...

  9. The Missing Link: Strategic HR and the Power of Skills Taxonomy: Gary Lee

    As Organisation & Business Partner Director at Dassault Systèmes, Gary Lee drives workforce transformation, talent strategy, and organisational performance globally. He has held senior HR leadership roles in European and Danish multinationals, designing global talent programmes for 18,000+...

  10. Unifying Brand and Culture from Within: Justin Low (Chief Communications & Talent Experience Officer APAC, Omnicom Media Group)

    As Omnicom Media Group’s Chief Communications and Talent Experience Officer for Asia Pacific, Justin leads regional branding, marketing communications, and talent experience strategies across the network and its agencies. With nearly 20 years of multinational experience in Singapore, Shanghai…

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  11. Humanising People Strategy With Listening and Data: Dawn Wong (Head of People & Experience, VaynerMedia)

    Dawn Wong is a human-centric HR leader with over 20 years of experience across diverse industries, including technology, e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, and media. As Head of People & Experience, APAC at VaynerMedia, she leads with empathy to build inclusive cultures and create moments that...

  12. AI Without ROI: Why HR Needs to Rethink Analytics & Take the Leap: Alexander Bøe (Head of People & Ops, Telenor Asia)

    Alexander Bøe is a strategic HR leader with over a decade of experience in human capital management, organisational design, and business operations. As Head of People & Operations at Telenor Asia, he drives workforce transformation, talent strategy, and operational excellence across diverse...

  13. The Digital Mindset Shift: Why Future of Work Is Human-Led and AI-Augmented: Larissa Murmann (Digital CHRO, Unilever International)

    Larissa Murmann is the Digital Chief HR Officer at Unilever International, leading the transformation of people, culture, and digital strategy in Unilever’s fastest-growing business unit. With over 15 years of global HR experience, she has worked across Singapore, Switzerland, the US, Argentina,...

  14. Data-Driven Culture Building in Hospitality: Edina Szabó (Associate Director, People & Culture, SEA Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group)

    Edina Szabó is the Associate Director of People & Culture for South-East Asia Pacific at Radisson Hotel Group, where she drives talent development and employee engagement strategies across the region.She brings 13 years of experience across Europe and SEAP, spanning hospitality, tech, and energy,...

  15. Cracking the Code on Multi-Gen Leadership: From Gen X to Gen Z: Effin Jamalludin (Head of People at Singlife)

    Effin Jamalludin is the Executive Director and Head of People & Organisation Development at Singlife, with over a decade of experience in leadership development, succession planning, and organisational design. A board-registered psychologist and certified Strengths Coach, he has held leadership...

  16. Empowering Women in HR Leadership: Breaking Barriers with Joon Tan (VP HR Global Marketing, Schneider Electric)

    Joon Tan is the Vice President of HR for Global Marketing at Schneider Electric, with over 25 years of experience in the HR field across multiple industries. Her distinguished career includes contributions to major organizations such as Dell, United Airlines, SPH, and Mercer Consulting. Known for...

  17. Driving Cultural Change and Engagement in Retail Workforce: Ankur Sawhney (Global People and Culture Director at 7-Eleven, DFI Retail Group)

    Ankur Sawhney is the Group People & Culture Director for 7-Eleven at DFI Retail Group, overseeing the people strategy for 7-Eleven operations across China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore. With over 15 years of HR leadership experience, he has led organisational design, culture transformation…

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  18. Fit for Role: Redefining Performance and Potential in HR: Norbert Modla (VP of HR at BD)

    Norbert Modla is the Vice President of Human Resources for Greater Asia at Becton Dickinson (BD), a leading global medical device company. With a career spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, he has led HR transformation, M&A, and digital innovation initiatives across diverse industries. He also...

  19. Debunking HR Myths and Embracing Change: Benjamin Festin (VP of HR at SP Group)

    Benjamin Festin is the Vice President of Human Resources at SP Group, with nearly 20 years of HR leadership across diverse industries. He has led talent strategy, organisational design, and change management initiatives, driving workforce transformation and business impact. Previously, he held…

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  20. How to Build Inclusive & Experiential Work Cultures: Vanessa Iloste

    Vanessa Iloste is the Vice President of Human Resources at Sephora Asia, with over 20 years of HR leadership across the retail and luxury sectors. She has driven HR strategies that enhance business performance, employee engagement, and cultural transformation across diverse markets. Previously…

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  21. Talent to Value: Identifying and Nurturing High Performers: Jayaram Philkana (CHRO at Indorama)

    Jayaram Philkana is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Indorama Corporation, with over 33 years of global HR experience across the pharmaceuticals, biotech, agriculture, FMCG, and food sectors. Known for driving transformative people strategies, he has led HR operations across 12 countries,...

  22. Navigating Career Transitions and Future-Ready Workplaces: Vanessa Teo

    Vanessa is a strategic HR leader with over 20 years of experience driving business success by empowering people and fostering innovation. As Senior Vice President of Global Human Resources at ST Engineering, she leads talent management and supports teams in creating smart urban solutions....

  23. What Every HR Leader Needs to Know About AI and People Analytics: Dr. Fermin Diez

    Fermin Diez is a globally renowned HR strategist and thought leader with over 35 years of experience across 40 countries, having served as Regional Head of HR for global MNCs and driving transformative people strategies. He is the co-author of influential books, including ‘Human Capital and…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join top global people leaders for honest conversations about how to build and transform high-performing cultures.Hear from CHROs and HR experts from global and world-renowned organisations as they share their top people analytics tips, leadership journeys, lessons and challenges while navigating the complexities of transformation and the multi-generational and diverse cultures in Asia.

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