DAY 2 | 21 SEPTEMBER 2023, THURSDAY
Registration
Opening address
Priya Sunil
Deputy Editor, Southeast Asia
[Opening keynote]
The skills (r)evolution: Unveiling the critical skills needed in the next five years
Shaun Perumal
Chief Human Resources Officer
Future-focused talent development
[Case study]
Building skills for the future: Balancing the demand and supply gap to meet the evolving job market
- Gain knowledge about the importance of upskilling the workforce in response to structural changes and technological advancements.
- Learn insights from experts on identifying and addressing emerging shortages in the workforce.
- Understand the need to develop advanced cognitive skills to meet the evolving demands of the job market.
Dr. Loo Leap Han
Head of People
10:20 AM
Morning break
10:40 AM
Case study
Skills we have versus the skills we need: Identifying the skill set the business needs
- Understanding the rapid changes in skill requirements in today’s business environment.
- Strategies for forecasting future skill requirements based on industry trends, technological advancements, and business goals.
- Methods for assessing and taking stock of the existing skills inventory within the organisation.
Debica Sigamani
Chief Talent Officer
IPG Mediabrands Sdn Bhd
Strengthening strategic leadership
11:20 AM
[Panel discussion]
Leading the way: Tackling the evolving role of the CLO in navigating today’s learning landscape
- Lead the development and implementation of innovative learning strategies to attract, develop, and retain top talent.
- Align the CLO’s responsibilities with strategic talent management goals and organisational objectives.
- Advocate for the CLO role as a strategic partner in driving organisational success through learning initiatives.
Moderator:
Kamalia Sunarti
Group Head of Talent Management & Succession Planning
Panellists:
Julia Cheah Sook Ching
Director of Human Resources and General Affairs
Dr. Tooba Modassir
Chief Human Resources Officer
Marwan Elgamal
Head of Talent and OD
12:00 PM
Lunch break
1:00 PM
[Case study]
Purpose-driven L&D: Linking learning initiatives to organisational purpose
- Forging a connection with the CEO to understand their goals and objectives for the organisation.
- Discussing strategies to ensure learning initiatives are connected to the broader goals of the organisation.
- Involving various stakeholders, including leaders, managers, and employees, in shaping L&D initiatives that align with business goals.
Marwan Elgamal
Head of Talent and OD
1:40 PM
[Case study]
Learning for sustainability: The role of L&D in supporting the company’s sustainability agenda
- Understand L&D’s unique opportunity to support the company’s sustainability agenda.
- Discussing strategies to ensure L&D initiatives are closely linked to the company’s sustainability agenda.
- Exploring ways to integrate sustainability practices into the learning content, curriculum, and delivery methods.
Tan Tho Wei
Head of Talent Management and Organisational Development
Gamuda Berhad
2:20 PM
[Panel discussion]
CLO Insights: What could the future of learning look like?
As technology continues to advance and societal needs evolve, it is crucial to envision the possibilities that lie ahead and prepare us for the changing landscape of learning.
Join our panel of experts as they discuss the future of learning and how things might evolve in the upcoming years. They will explore possible key challenges, including skills shortages, and how technologies will drive learning in the future.
Moderator:
Justin Ooi
Regional Learning & Development Specialist
Panellists:
Rajeswary Tamil Arasu
Head of People Development, Talent and Succession Management
Sugunah Verumandy
Head of Human Resource
Tee Siew Lee
Human Resources Director
3:00 PM
Closing remarks
Priya Sunil
Deputy Editor, Southeast Asia
3:10 PM