A changemaker with a vision: David Syamtar’s HR journey
David Syamtar brings over 11 years of HR expertise across consulting, retail, insurance, and manufacturing. With advanced degrees in HR and certifications like CMHR and CHRP, he excels in HR transformation, talent management, and aligning HR strategies with business growth. Currently pursuing his doctorate in Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship at Prasetiya Mulya University, David’s passion […]
Shaping the future of HR with passion and purpose
Kevin Chua, the Chief Human Resources Officer at United World College South East Asia (UWCSEA), is a distinguished figure in the HR world. His career is a testament to his dedication and passion for developing people, which has been evident throughout his impressive journey in Human Resources. Driving People-Centric Change at UWCSEA Kevin’s career began […]
Redefining successful leadership by example
Sonia McDonald’s impressive career spans over 25 years of leading, coaching, and inspiring others. As the CEO and founder of LeadershipHQ and The Leadership Collective, Sonia has dedicated her professional life to cultivating leaders who excel in business while embodying courage and kindness. Her journey, from various HR roles to becoming a renowned global leadership […]
Transforming leadership, building ‘human-centred workplaces’
With over 20 years of experience in consulting, leadership development and teaching, Nitin Goil has become a strong advocate for creating more human-centred workplaces.Having worked in the United States, India, and Singapore, Nitin’s career spans continents, industries, and diverse perspectives. Currently, as a Senior Advisor with the NeuroLeadership Institute (NLI) in Asia Pacific and founder […]
A journey from chance to passion in HR
After nearly three decades of experience in HR, K. Thivenathan, or ‘Thivi’ often says that he “stumbled into HR”. What began as a career shaped by chance soon developed into a passion for engaging employees and driving business success. Thivi’s career journey started at Epson. Along the way, he has held long-term roles at Honeywell, […]
The First Word: Unlocking the recruitment puzzle between job seekers and recruiters
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) Business School’s Associate Professor Dai Xianchi, along with Assistant Professor Si Kao from the University of Macau, published a research paper entitled “The fundamental recruitment error: Candidate-recruiter discrepancy in their relative valuation of innate talent vs. hard work”, which reveals systematic differences in perspectives on talent and diligence […]
The First Word: Gen Z’s skill-first mindset for hiring and keeping talent
By 2025, Gen Z is expected to constitute a quarter of the Asia-Pacific (APAC) population, marking a significant shift in the global workforce dynamic. As this generation rises to prominence in the professional world, understanding their motivations, work habits, and underlying drivers becomes more critical than ever. Our recent data indicates that the economic uncertainty […]
The First Word: Volatility drives tech workers to interim jobs
Within the technology employment scene, the sole constant appears to be change itself, with employment patterns shifting rapidly. My role as an executive recruiter specialising in interim roles has given me a front-row seat to this evolution. The move towards project-based or fixed-term work is not just a passing trend; it reflects significant transformations within […]
Rising above the rest: DXC Technology earns Employer of Choice title at HR Stars Awards 2023
In the fiercely competitive tech industry, DXC Technology has proven its prowess by claiming the prestigious title of Employer of Choice at the HR Stars Awards 2023. Rising above challenges in attracting and retaining top talent, DXC’s innovative strategies have set it apart as a trailblazer in talent management. Attracting talent DXC’s stand-out talent acquisition […]
Five ways Chief of Staff Asia is set to stand out in 2024
Welcome back to Chief of Staff Asia; and welcome to what is set to be another transformative year in HR excellence! As we step into 2024, the Chief of Staff Asia community, with platforms including printed magazine, social media, video, and events, is gearing up to unveil even further opportunities to engage, share, and connect […]
