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A convergence of minds: Who’s driving change at TechHR Singapore’26

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Join the conversation at TechHr Singapore’26 as industry leaders and innovators redefine leadership, learning, and culture for the modern workplace.

The dawn of a new era. Fresh faces. Bold ideas. And a spirited chorus that together illuminates the questions of our time. Across industries and geographies, leaders are reimagining what it means to guide, to grow, and to connect. Some disrupt established norms with bold experiments, while others innovate quietly within local contexts, proving that transformation is not bound by scale but by vision.

At People Matters TechHR Singapore'26, the leaders on stage are not here to talk about change — they are living it. They are the ones questioning the status quo, building new frameworks for learning, culture, and leadership, and demonstrating what it means to thrive in uncertain times. 

Anchored in this year’s theme, Orchestrating With A Human Edge, the conference will be layered with voices, adding different perspectives to curiosity.

Work is no longer what it used to be. The rules that once offered certainty are giving way to new realities shaped by technology, shifting expectations, and the need for deeper human connection. Titles and authority no longer automatically earn trust; what people seek are meaning, connection, and leaders who view them as more than just a role or a resource. Today, purpose, flexibility, and a sense of belonging are used to gauge growth alongside financial gain.

This is the call that this conference rises to answer. The conference's goal is to bring together the voices of domestic and international innovators shaping the future of work. Each viewpoint ignites a dialogue that is as vibrant as the world it aims to shape.
Spotlight on leaders

Ideas alone don’t move industries forward; voices do. This year’s stage brings together a mosaic of perspectives: disruptors, builders, and connectors whose experiences together sketch the blueprint of tomorrow. Every conference has content, but few have torchbearers. At TechHR Singapore ’26, the spotlight shines on leaders who carry the questions of our time and illuminate the answers we need next. This year’s stellar lineup includes:

Voices of Transformation
  • Holger Mueller, VP & Principal Analyst, Constellation Research
  • David Fish, Chief Strategy Officer, No Two Fish
  • Pushkar Bidwai, CEO, People Matters
  • Lim Wai Mun, Founder and CEO, Doctor Anywhere
  • Koo Sengmeng, Director of Talent & Ecosystem, AI Singapore
Human Capital Architects
  • Peck Kem Low, CHRO & Advisor (Workforce Development), Public Service Division, Prime Minister’s Office
  • Sonali Roychowdhury, Chief People & Organisation Officer, Asia, Middle East and Africa, Mars Snacking
  • Chee Wei Tan, CHRO,  SATS
  • Natalia Navin, CHRO, POS Malaysia Berhad
  • Narelle Burke, CHRO, People Function, APAC Insights & Global Consulting, Kantar
  • Paul Simons, Chief Human Resources Officer, Asia Pacific, MUFG
  • Eugene Lam, Senior Vice President HR, ST Engineering
  • Clarissa Wang, Head of People, Endowus
  • Jeslin Lim, Head of People & Culture, Cycle & Carriage Singapore
  • Tina Mahtani-Hanspal, Group VP, People, 99 Group
  • Anish Lalchandani, Global Head of Talent Management, A.P Moller-Maersk
  • Sri Adhityo, Vice President of People Operations, Teleperformance
  • Denchai Petchamarat, Director, People & Organisation, Kasikorn Business Technology Group
  • Kenneth Koo, Director, Talent Acquisition, Micron Technology
  • Karthik Mattaparthy, Head of Group Rewards, Capitaland Investment
  • Prakash S., Head of Talent and Learning, BERNAS
Ecosystem Builders, Leadership & Growth
  • Alena Ipanova, Intercultural Leadership Expert & Executive Coach - Founder, Synergizer
  • Vinay Kumar CPF | M, Director - C2C-OD (SGP) Pte. Ltd.
  • Jovan Trajecski, Global Analytics Partner, H&M Group
  • James McLauchlan, Director, Jambar Team Building
And many more. Beyond these names, voices from all facets of the workplace will resonate on the TechHR Singapore ’26 stage. Each leader contributes not only their knowledge but also their own experiences, tales of trial and error, perseverance, and creativity.

Ideas to impact

There is more to this roster than just a collection of titles. It's a group of leaders who all agree that human labour will either be the norm in the future or it won't exist at all.
  • Leadership becomes the art of alignment, connecting people, purpose, and platforms with empathy and clarity.
  • Learning is no longer about programs alone. It is about nurturing curiosity and giving people permission to experiment and fail forward.
  • Culture is no longer about slogans on walls. It is about everyday behaviours that make people feel included, valued, and inspired.
Each speaker is a spark in the ecosystem of change, showing that true progress grows from people, not processes. Through their stories, ideas take root, perspectives expand, and the pillars of leadership, learning, and culture are brought vividly to life.

A stage built to inspire

The stage is set. The lights are warm. And anticipation hums through the air.

At  People Matters TechHR Singapore'26, voices will rise, ideas will spark, and connections will take flight. This gathering is a crucible of thought, where leadership, learning, and culture converge. Within these walls, stories will be shared, insights will be exchanged, and experiences will be brought to life. Here, leadership, learning, and culture come alive through stories and insights, inspiring action and igniting possibilities that ripple long after the curtains fall.

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