Keynote Sessions Shaping the Future of HR Tech in Asia
HR Tech Asia brings together some of the world’s most influential HR and leadership thinkers to shape the agenda for the future of work. From intelligent workforce design and purpose-driven talent strategies to human-centred AI and connected leadership, our keynote speakers will share practical insights on how organisations can harness technology to elevate people and performance.
Read on… Full keynote programme to follow.
About Jason Averbook, Mercer
Jason Averbook helps organizations rearchitect how people and technology work together in the age of AI. As Senior Partner and Global Leader of Digital HR Strategy at Mercer, he leads global efforts to help enterprises shift from doing digital projects to being digital organizations. His work focuses on redefining operating models for an AI-first world—aligning mindset, heartset, skillset, and toolset to create truly adaptive enterprises.
05 May 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15
Designing the Intelligent Workforce: Where Technology, Work, and People Converge
AI doesn’t replace people—it rewrites what people are finally free to do.
The smartest organisations aren’t digitising work; they’re redesigning it from the ground up.
When algorithms make decisions, trust becomes your most valuable workforce asset.
06 May 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15
From Hype to Human Impact: Engineering AI That Works for People
Ley Hoon is the Group Chief Corporate Officer at CapitaLand Investment (CLI), overseeing talent and culture, digital and technology, procurement, and sustainability. She previously served as Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (2019–2022) and was Chief Editor of Channel NewsAsia from 2013 to 2018. Ley Hoon also brings over 15 years of public sector experience across economic, environmental, and social policy roles.
About Dean Tong, UOB
Dean joined UOB in 2018 as Head of Group Human Resources, leading the Group’s people transformation anchored by The UOB Way. He champions initiatives such as the Better U reskilling programme, manager capability building, and a strong focus on upskilling, talent development, and a supportive work culture to drive sustainable growth and long-term careers.
06 May 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15
Purpose‑Driven Talent Strategy & Organizational ‘Superpower’
06 May 2026 | 09:30 - 10:15
The Heart Advantage: Empowering People Through Connection and Care
About Peter Whealy, Elevate Potential
Peter Whealy is a leadership strategist and former EY equity partner with 30 years of experience advancing people-first, AI-ready leadership. He is the Founder and Chief Elevation Officer of ElevatePotential.ai, partnering with senior executives to unlock human potential in the age of AI. Peter is the author of Lead with AI. Stay Human. and a trusted advisor, keynote speaker, and thought leader on leadership, talent transformation, and AI–human collaboration.