KUALA LUMPUR: Human resources (HR) leaders face a crisis as their organisations struggle to navigate change.
In a Gartner survey for 2025, 74% of HR leaders said their organisation’s managers are not equipped to lead change.
In addition, 55% of them feel their current technology solutions do not cover current and future business needs while 73% believe their employees are feeling fatigued.
Amidst these challenges, HR professionals must build a robust framework that supports organisational well-being while adapting to the rapidly changing work environment.
The Star Chief People Officer Summit, to be held on Nov 13 and 14 at Pullman KLCC here, offers HR professionals tools to navigate change and lead in a competitive environment.
Attendees will gain actionable insights on key HR challenges and trends, led by prominent practitioners from various industries.
Day 1: Nov 13
FGV Holdings Bhd group chief human capital officer and Malaysia Institute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM) deputy president Razman Radzi will be discussing “Strategic HR Excellence: Powering Business Performance at the C-Level”.
“I hope to inspire new ways of thinking about HR’s role in shaping not just the workforce, but the overall direction of the business,” he said.
Yinson Holdings Bhd group chief human resources officer Louisa Brady looks forward to exchanging valuable insights on “ESG Integration: Cultivating Sustainable Culture for Global Economic Resilience”.
“Amidst the rising uncertainties of today’s business environment, building a sustainable culture is the key to unlocking performance and building organisational resilience,” she said.
Westports Malaysia head of human resources Imran Kunalan will be discussing “Navigating HR Automation: Maximising Human Capital with Strategic Data Analysis”.
“The summit is an incredible opportunity to engage with HR leaders, exchange innovative ideas and contribute to discussions on the evolving role of HR in driving organisational success,” he said.
Day 2: Nov 14
Duopharma Biotech Bhd human resources general manager Mohd Fairuz Khan believes the summit will be an excellent platform for sharing experiences and learning from fellow HR practitioners.
“I hope to inspire meaningful conversations around the future of HR and explore emerging trends that are transforming our workplaces and how to prepare ourselves to tackle them,” he said.
He will be speaking on “Elevating Workplace Experience: A Dynamic and Desirable Destination for Engagement”.
For iPay88 head of human resources Cho Chun Loong, he hopes to exchange ideas with other leaders on tackling emerging HR challenges at the summit.
“This includes the evolving needs of talent in the digital age, the role of HR in fostering continuous learning, and driving organisational change through effective people strategies,” he added. He will be speaking on “HR Tech: Balancing Technology with Human Touch”.
Hartalega chief human resources officer Yoon Siew Fei will be speaking about “ESG Integration: Cultivating Sustainable Business in Global Economic Evolution”.
“It is a fantastic opportunity to exchange ideas with fellow HR leaders and practitioners on how we can continue to evolve our HR practices in today’s fast-changing work environment.”
According to MIHRM president Simon Benjamin, who will be moderating one of the panel sessions, the summit is aligned with its mission to advance HR professionalism and enhance human resource management capabilities, contributing to Malaysia’s journey toward achieving world-class excellence.
With Workday as the summit’s platinum sponsor, Asean general manager Pannie Sia emphasised the need for organisations to be in constant motion and prepared for the future, amid the rapid pace of change in the current business environment.
“With AI built in at the core of our platform, we pride ourselves on building a trusted technology foundation that helps organisations future-proof their workforce and fuel their growth.”
Kiddocare will be the exhibitor during The Star Chief People Officer Summit.
“By leveraging technology, Kiddocare aligns with future-ready HR strategies, enhancing employee well-being and supporting a modern, inclusive workforce,” said Nadira Yusoff, the company’s chief executive officer.
Those interested in joining the summit may scan the QR code below to register their attendance. The event is HRD Corp claimable, and tickets start from RM2,500.
The Star Chief People Officer Summit is organised by Star Media Group with The Leaders Council, Workday as the platinum sponsor, and Kiddocare as the exhibitor. The strategic partners are MIHRM and the Malaysian Employers Federation.
For more information, call the Leaders Council Team at 03-7967 1388 ext 1187 or go to https://bit.ly/starcpo50
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