SINGAPORE, Sept 9, 2020 - (ACN Newswire) - Covid-19 has become
the accelerator for one of the biggest workplace transformations of
our lifetime. Fundamentals have changed and the future is driven by
smart technologies and leadership agility for organizational
success. HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020, organized by HRM Asia,
is the platform to unite regional HR leaders and industry
professionals across all sectors to rethink, reimagine and
transform their navigation strategy to spur post recovery and cope
with the new norm.
The dynamic three-day event expects 5000 C-suite and HR
practitioners to convene online on 29 September - 1 October 2020 to
learn from 70 thought leaders and explore the latest technology and
solutions from international HR technology brands.
"Year 2020 is an exceptional year that herald in the new era of HR
and the workplace. To show solidarity with the HR community, we
have decided to offer complimentary access to our flagship event,
HR Tech Festival Asia Online. Our event provides a conducive
platform for business leaders and HR practitioners to engage in
active discussions on building the workforce for the new norm."
says Joanna Bush, Managing Director of HRM Asia.
Navigate the new era of HR and the workplace through knowledge
exchange
With 70 thought leaders sharing their HR strategy and prediction on
the future of work in the new era of HR, the conference addresses
the pertinent trends and best practices around 8 topics -
Technology, Communication, Leadership, Employee Experience,
Learning & Development, Recruitment, Wellbeing, and Diversity
and Inclusion. Attendees can also expect to glean insights on the
macro development within the region from the ASEAN Future of Work
conference track, where the Singapore Ministry of Manpower and
tripartite partners will share their vision to build a future-ready
workforce.
"Readying our businesses and workforce for the future of work is a
crucial step to realising ASEAN's economic potential. The addition
of a new conference track on the ASEAN Future of Work seeks to
enhance Singapore's contribution to ASEAN's continued social
dialogue and capability building to achieve inclusive and
sustainable growth for our people," said Mrs Josephine Teo,
Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Home Affairs.
Industry luminaries and thought leaders to look out for
include:
- Josephine Teo, Minister, Ministry of Manpower and Second
Minister, Ministry of Home Affairs, Singapore
- Zaqy Mohamad, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Defence and
Ministry of Manpower, Singapore
- Dr Ha Thi Minh Duc, Deputy Director General, International
Cooperation Department, Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social
Affairs, Viet Nam
- Chihoko Asada-Miyakawa, Regional Director for Asia and the
Pacific, International Labour Organization
- Josh Bersin, Global Industry Analyst, Dean, Josh Bersin
Academy
- Dave Ulrich, Professor at University of Michigan and Partner, RBL
Group
- Brian Sommer, Founder and President, TechVentive Inc.
- Pambudi Sunarsihanto, Human Resources Director, Blue Bird
Group
- Elisa Mallis, APAC Managing Director, Center for Creative
Leadership (CCL)
- John Sumser, US-based Futurist & Technology, Commentator
Innovations and technologies to support organisations to rethink
and transform HR strategies
Attendees can look forward to exploring more than 50 international
exhibiting companies, the largest online gathering in Asia. These
leading international brands will be showcasing their latest
technologies and HR solutions that can help organisations chart
their new course in navigating the change in people management and
the new era of HR. Technologies and products on offer cover the
entire spectrum of HR and attendees can engage "face-to-face" with
the exhibitors for a live product demonstration via the event
platform. Returning brands and new partners include ADP, Ascender
HCM, Cornerstone OnDemand, First Advantage, Globalization Partners,
Grab for Business, Pymetrics, SkillSoft, SumTotal, Qualtrics and
Workforce Singapore.
The exhibition also features a Start-up Zone which offers attendees
a glimpse into the future where innovative solutions and upcoming
technology may emerge as the new norm of the future. Start-ups at
the zone include ePaySlip, Haury Solutions, IoTalents, MindFi,
Panalyt, Smart WFM and more.
Seminar sessions at PowerTalks offers an opportunity for attendees
to enrich their learning through the case study and HR technology
application sharing from the exhibitors.
Recognising HR excellence across Asia and fostering innovation
Celebrating the outstanding achievements of the region's top HR
leaders, companies and teams, HR Fest Award 2020 (29 September)
will see 33 finalists to vie for the top award in six different
categories namely:
- Employer Of Choice
- HR Team Of The Year
- Best HR Leader (Individual award)
- Best Use Of Technology
- Best Workplace Culture And Engagement (<500 Employees)
- Best Workplace Culture And Engagement (>500 Employees)
Besides recognising HR excellence in Asia, HR Tech Festival Asia
Online also serves as a platform that fosters innovation through
the HR Tech PitchFest. This pitching competition offers emerging
start-ups and entrepreneurs the opportunity to pitch their
innovative and disruptive ideas to a multi- disciplinary panel of
HR practitioners and business leaders. Attendees can join the
excitement and look out for the most innovative 16 start-ups
compete for the final 5 spots to pitch in front of a panel of four
judges for a chance to win from a prize pool worth USD100,000.
"The HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020 is the ideal platform for
practitioners in human development to find out what's new across
ASEAN. If you are in HR, consulting, L&D, CSR or in a career
transition, you will find out how HR Tech Festival Asia event
contributes to your success. ASEAN Human Development Organisation
is looking forward to network and share ideas on the future of
work, leadership, organisational change and how to meet ASEAN's
human challenges." says Dr Bob Aubrey, Founder and Strategic
Advisor of the ASEAN Human Development Organisation
HR Tech Festival Asia Online is proud to partner with ASEAN Human
Development Organisation and its regional HR association members
and organisations to curate the event to meet the needs of the HR
profession and contribute to the development of the profession.
Access to the event is complimentary for HR professional in
Asia.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020 will take place from 29
September-1 October 2020 from 10am-4pm (GMT +8) daily. For more
information, visit www.hrtechfestivalasia.com.
About HRM Asia
HRM Asia is a multi-platform network helping to build and celebrate
the professional HR community in Asia-Pacific. Across our dedicated
print magazine, digital content, and world-class events, we provide
an array of thought-leading HR discussion and information to HR
professionals of all ranks in Singapore and across the region.
HRM Asia is proudly owned by LRP Publications. LRP Publications is
a broad-based media company serving business and education
professionals. Specialising in the fields of education
administration, education law, education technology, federal
employment, human resources, workers' compensation and disability,
and ergonomics, the company publishes hundreds of books, pamphlets,
newsletters, videos and online resources.
For more information, please contact:
Chua Yee Ling
Marketing Director, HRM Asia
+65 6423 4631, yeeling@hrmasia.com.sg
Elaine Lee
Marketing Manager, HRM Asia
+65 6423 4631, elaine@hrmasia.com.sg
Source: HRM Asia
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