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The HR Impact ShowInside Org Design: What Leaders Get Wrong and How to Fix It: Iwan de Leeuw, Global Organisation Design Leader, ABBIwan de Leeuw is the Global Organisation Design Leader at ABB, where he leads enterprise-wide strategies to optimise structures, capabilities, and performance. With over 2 decades of international HR experience, he has held senior roles across GE, Techcombank, and Toll Group, specialising in organisation design, talent development, and large-scale transformation. He began his career in executive search in Japan before joining GE in the U.S., later moving to Singapore where he led HR functions across ASEAN. His experience spans financial services, manufacturing, and logistics. Iwan holds a Master’s in Japanese and Management from Leiden University. This con...
2025-12-1645 min
The HR Impact ShowTransforming Schools, Shaping Cultures: Abhilasha Deshmukh (Group HR Director at Global Schools Group)As Group HR Director at Global Schools Foundation, Abhilasha leads people strategy, talent development, and organisational transformation across 12 international school brands in 11 countries, supporting more than 5,500 employees worldwide. Her career spans over two decades in senior HR leadership roles across Southeast Asia, India, the Middle East, Japan, South Korea, and the UK, with expertise in digital HR transformation, global workforce expansion, and inclusive culture building. A certified ICF Professional Coach, Abhilasha is passionate about leadership development, coaching, and creating thriving workplaces. She holds a Master’s in Human Resource Management from Savitribai Phule Pune University. In this episo...
2025-11-2635 min
The HR Impact ShowHow Top HR Leaders Operationalize Wellness by Humanizing Leadership: Jolene Huang (Chief Talent Officer, SG & SEA at Publicis Groupe)Jolene is Publicis Groupe’s Chief Talent Officer for Singapore and the Southeast Asia markets. She is passionate about creating positive change that is practical yet engaging and fun for employees. She has more than 20 years of experience in the HR field, driving company-wide changes and building HR teams across varied industries, from government and insurance to advertising. She is skilled in Talent Management, Total Rewards Design, Business Partnering, People Management, and Employee Engagement. Join host Dorothy Yiu, CEO and co-founder of EngageRocket, as she speaks with Jolene Huang, Chief Talent Officer for Singapore and Southeast Asia at...
2025-11-1135 min
The HR Impact ShowFrom Complexity to Empowerment: Airbus’ Approach to Decentralized Leadership: Paul Coignec (Head of HR, APAC at Airbus)Paul Coignec is the Head of Human Resources for Asia-Pacific at Airbus, a role he has held since February 2023. Based in Singapore, he leads the people strategy and HR operations across all business divisions, supporting over 3,500 employees in 11 countries. Having spent his entire career with Airbus, Paul has held diverse HR leadership roles across France, Germany, and Singapore, giving him a deep understanding of the company’s culture, operations, and people. A strong advocate for building inclusive and high-performing workplaces, Paul continues to champion initiatives that align business goals with employee experience—ensuring that Airbus remains an employer of choi...
2025-10-1638 min
The HR Impact ShowUnpacking the 3 Pillars of Strategic Change Management: Pauline Tay (VP of HR, APAC at Griffith Foods)As VP of Human Resources – Asia Pacific at Griffith Foods, Pauline drives regional HR strategy to support business transformation and growth. With over 30 years of global experience, she has led change management, culture, and leadership programs across APAC, Europe, and the Americas. Pauline holds an MBA in International Business and is a Certified Behavioral Coach.In this episode, host Dorothy chats with Pauline Tay, VP of HR for APAC at Griffith Foods. Join us as Pauline shares her insights on building effective HR teams, leadership, and change management. Learn about her unique approach to integrating HR with bu...
2025-08-0132 min
The HR Impact ShowThe Future of Workspaces: Steelcase’s Agile, Inclusive Approach: Patrick Woo (HR Director, APAC at Steelcase)Patrick Woo is the Director of Human Resources at Steelcase Asia Pacific. With a diverse professional background in both the private and public sectors, ranging from government and aviation to management consulting and manufacturing. Patrick is well-experienced in leading and partnering with global teams across Asia Pacific and North America. He is passionate about people and supporting personal growth and achievements by applying his longstanding experience in leadership, strategy and talent management towards building talent and capability across organizations. Patrick Woo, HR Director for APAC at Steelcase, shares insights from his over 20-year HR journey and delves...
2025-07-2543 min
The HR Impact ShowGlobal HR Leadership: Balancing Culture and Change: Luigi Bellopede, VP HR Asia Pacific at PrysmianAs Vice President of HR Asia Pacific at Prysmian, Luigi Bellopede leads people strategy across nine countries for over 3,100 employees. With 20 years of international HR experience, he has held senior leadership roles in retail, manufacturing, and the pharmaceutical sector, with deep expertise in M&A. At Prysmian, Luigi previously served as SVP of Talent and People Development, overseeing one of the largest mergers in the cable industry across 50 countries. Before relocating to Asia, he also led HR for a telecom business with North American market exposure.In this episode of the HR Impact Show, Luigi shares insights...
2025-07-1733 min
The HR Impact ShowThe Missing Link: Strategic HR and the Power of Skills Taxonomy: Gary LeeAs Organisation & Business Partner Director at Dassault Systèmes, Gary Lee drives workforce transformation, talent strategy, and organisational performance globally. He has held senior HR leadership roles in European and Danish multinationals, designing global talent programmes for 18,000+ employees and shaping organisational development across APAC. An MBA and Master’s graduate, Gary is also a TEDx speaker and regular voice at HR conferences and publications.What’s the missing link between HR and real business impact? In this episode, Gary Lee reveals why strategic HR must go beyond traditional roles and align deeply with business outcomes. He shares bold...
2025-07-0330 min
The HR Impact ShowUnifying Brand and Culture from Within: Justin Low (Chief Communications & Talent Experience Officer APAC, Omnicom Media Group)As Omnicom Media Group’s Chief Communications and Talent Experience Officer for Asia Pacific, Justin leads regional branding, marketing communications, and talent experience strategies across the network and its agencies. With nearly 20 years of multinational experience in Singapore, Shanghai, and New York, Justin brings deep expertise in corporate communications, crisis management, media relations, and content creation. He also champions a positive workplace culture and employee satisfaction through impactful global and regional talent initiatives.Join Dorothy Yiu and Justin Low as they explore the intersection of communications and HR in shaping a vibrant company culture. Justin shares insights fr...
2025-06-2641 min
The HR Impact ShowHumanising People Strategy With Listening and Data: Dawn Wong (Head of People & Experience, VaynerMedia)Dawn Wong is a human-centric HR leader with over 20 years of experience across diverse industries, including technology, e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, and media. As Head of People & Experience, APAC at VaynerMedia, she leads with empathy to build inclusive cultures and create moments that matter across the talent lifecycle. Prior to VaynerMedia, Dawn held senior HR leadership roles at LinkedIn, Rakuten, and Casio, where she built award-winning teams and drove large-scale people transformation. She is a passionate advocate for redefining talent experience, extending beyond full-time employees through curiosity, connection, and data-informed strategy.Join us on this episode of the...
2025-05-1638 min
The HR Impact ShowAI Without ROI: Why HR Needs to Rethink Analytics & Take the Leap: Alexander Bøe (Head of People & Ops, Telenor Asia)Alexander Bøe is a strategic HR leader with over a decade of experience in human capital management, organisational design, and business operations. As Head of People & Operations at Telenor Asia, he drives workforce transformation, talent strategy, and operational excellence across diverse markets. His career spans key leadership roles at Telenor Infra, Telenor ASA, and Frontica Advantage, where he has led HR transformation, recruitment strategy, and organisational development. Alexander holds a Master’s degree in Organisation, Leadership, and Work from the University of Oslo, where he specialised in labour law and organisational theory.In this episode of the...
2025-05-0936 min
The HR Impact ShowThe Digital Mindset Shift: Why Future of Work Is Human-Led and AI-Augmented: Larissa Murmann (Digital CHRO, Unilever International)Larissa Murmann is the Digital Chief HR Officer at Unilever International, leading the transformation of people, culture, and digital strategy in Unilever’s fastest-growing business unit. With over 15 years of global HR experience, she has worked across Singapore, Switzerland, the US, Argentina, Spain, and Mexico, driving large-scale organisational change and workforce agility. A thought leader in agility, change, and leadership, Larissa challenges conventional HR and pioneers the future of work. Join Dorothy Yiu in a deep dive with Larissa, as they explore digital transformation and strategic change management. From Larissa's global journey in HR to her innovative app...
2025-04-2447 min
The HR Impact ShowData-Driven Culture Building in Hospitality: Edina Szabó (Associate Director, People & Culture, SEA Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group)Edina Szabó is the Associate Director of People & Culture for South-East Asia Pacific at Radisson Hotel Group, where she drives talent development and employee engagement strategies across the region.She brings 13 years of experience across Europe and SEAP, spanning hospitality, tech, and energy, and was named one of Asia’s Top HR Leaders 2024. Backed by a cognitive psychology foundation, Edina has delivered impactful learning and culture initiatives at global firms like Amazon and Radisson.In this conversation, Edina offers insights into leveraging data to empower and uplift talent ensuring a thriving company culture. She emphasizes the importance of...
2025-04-1737 min
The HR Impact ShowCracking the Code on Multi-Gen Leadership: From Gen X to Gen Z: Effin Jamalludin (Head of People at Singlife)Effin Jamalludin is the Executive Director and Head of People & Organisation Development at Singlife, with over a decade of experience in leadership development, succession planning, and organisational design. A board-registered psychologist and certified Strengths Coach, he has held leadership roles at TikTok, ByteDance, Korn Ferry, and Heidrick & Struggles, driving talent strategies across APAC and EMEA. Passionate about innovation and resilience, Effin is committed to building high-performing teams that empower organisations to thrive.In this episode of the HR Impact Show, Effin Jamalludin, Head of People and Organizational Development at Singlife shares his unique career journey from being...
2025-03-2041 min
The HR Impact ShowEmpowering Women in HR Leadership: Breaking Barriers with Joon Tan (VP HR Global Marketing, Schneider Electric)Joon Tan is the Vice President of HR for Global Marketing at Schneider Electric, with over 25 years of experience in the HR field across multiple industries. Her distinguished career includes contributions to major organizations such as Dell, United Airlines, SPH, and Mercer Consulting. Known for her strategic insights in building great workplaces and her efforts in fostering diversity, Joon has developed a reputation as a leader committed to empowering female talent and enhancing HR functions on a global scale.Joon shares her journey in HR, which began unexpectedly in the trade union movement, and takes us through...
2025-03-1336 min
The HR Impact ShowDriving Cultural Change and Engagement in Retail Workforce: Ankur Sawhney (Global People and Culture Director at 7-Eleven, DFI Retail Group)Ankur Sawhney is the Group People & Culture Director for 7-Eleven at DFI Retail Group, overseeing the people strategy for 7-Eleven operations across China, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore. With over 15 years of HR leadership experience, he has led organisational design, culture transformation, and change management initiatives, building high-performance teams and driving business impact.Earlier in his career, he spent over a decade at Procter & Gamble, holding multiple HR leadership roles, including Director of HR for Supply Chain in Vietnam, where he managed a workforce of over 1,600 employees across Southeast Asia.In this episode, Ankur shares...
2025-03-0640 min
The HR Impact ShowFit for Role: Redefining Performance and Potential in HR: Norbert Modla (VP of HR at BD)Norbert Modla is the Vice President of Human Resources for Greater Asia at Becton Dickinson (BD), a leading global medical device company. With a career spanning the U.S., Europe, and Asia, he has led HR transformation, M&A, and digital innovation initiatives across diverse industries. He also spent over 8 years in consulting, driving large-scale change initiatives. Norbert's passion lies in developing high-functioning organizations and fostering talent, drawing parallels to putting together a winning sports team.Join Dorothy Yiu in conversation with Norbert Modla, VP of HR for Greater Asia at Becton Dickinson, as they discuss redefining...
2025-02-2740 min
The HR Impact ShowDebunking HR Myths and Embracing Change: Benjamin Festin (VP of HR at SP Group)Benjamin Festin is the Vice President of Human Resources at SP Group, with nearly 20 years of HR leadership across diverse industries. He has led talent strategy, organisational design, and change management initiatives, driving workforce transformation and business impact. Previously, he held key HR leadership roles at Dairy Farm Group and Mediacorp, leading executive development and culture transformation. Earlier in his career, he specialised in change management and human capital advisory at Accenture and Ernst & Young, supporting organisations across Asia-Pacific.Join Fung, VP of Customer Success at EngageRocket, in this insightful episode of the HR Impact Show featuring...
2025-02-1334 min
The HR Impact ShowHow to Build Inclusive & Experiential Work Cultures: Vanessa IlosteVanessa Iloste is the Vice President of Human Resources at Sephora Asia, with over 20 years of HR leadership across the retail and luxury sectors. She has driven HR strategies that enhance business performance, employee engagement, and cultural transformation across diverse markets. Previously, she held key roles at LVMH and Société Générale, leading leadership development, omnichannel transformation, and DEI initiatives. With an MBA from ESSEC Business School, Vanessa is passionate about building inclusive, high-performing teams and fostering innovation in HR.In this episode, Vanessa Iloste discusses the future of workplace relationships, the importance of creating an e...
2025-02-0638 min
The HR Impact ShowTalent to Value: Identifying and Nurturing High Performers: Jayaram Philkana (CHRO at Indorama)Jayaram Philkana is the Chief Human Resources Officer at Indorama Corporation, with over 33 years of global HR experience across the pharmaceuticals, biotech, agriculture, FMCG, and food sectors. Known for driving transformative people strategies, he has led HR operations across 12 countries, spearheaded global transformation programs, and aligned talent with business goals to achieve long-term impact. His career spans senior roles at Syngenta, Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, UPL Limited, and Cargill, with expertise in talent development, organizational effectiveness, and executive rewards. A dedicated mentor, Jayaram is passionate about empowering young adults, particularly from underserved backgrounds, to realize their potential.In this...
2025-01-2340 min
The HR Impact ShowNavigating Career Transitions and Future-Ready Workplaces: Vanessa TeoVanessa is a strategic HR leader with over 20 years of experience driving business success by empowering people and fostering innovation. As Senior Vice President of Global Human Resources at ST Engineering, she leads talent management and supports teams in creating smart urban solutions.Previously, Vanessa held leadership roles at AbbVie, LVMH Group, and Target Corporation, gaining global expertise across HR and commercial functions. An adjunct faculty member and INSEAD graduate, she is passionate about shaping future HR leaders and turning human capital into a competitive advantage.In this episode, Vanessa Teo shares her journey navigating...
2025-01-1634 min
The HR Impact ShowWhat Every HR Leader Needs to Know About AI and People Analytics: Dr. Fermin DiezFermin Diez is a globally renowned HR strategist and thought leader with over 35 years of experience across 40 countries, having served as Regional Head of HR for global MNCs and driving transformative people strategies. He is the co-author of influential books, including ‘Human Capital and Global Business Strategy’, 'The Remuneration Handbook' and ‘Fundamentals of HR Analytics’. Currently focused on strengthening Singapore’s social service sector, Fermin continues to shape the HR profession through his teaching, speaking, and advisory roles.In this conversation, Dr. Diez shares insights on HR analytics, technology, and strategic business integration, highlighting key projects and evidence-b...
2025-01-0951 min
Getting Personal with ComptGetting Personal with Compt, Episode 7 | Effective Leadership, Employee Engagement, and RetentionIn Episode 7 of Getting Personal with Compt, we discuss how crucial effective leadership is to workplace culture, productivity, engagement, and retention. Our special guest, Dr. Jim Kanichirayil, VP of Growth at EngageRocket, shares his key strategies.Tune in as Dr. Jim and Compt's Head of Communications, Lauren Schneider, discuss the importance of leadership in driving employee satisfaction and retention, the role of immediate line managers in building trust within an organization, and the need for organizations to arm and empower their managers with the tools they need to be successful.
2024-07-3023 min
Scrappy ABMEP. 85 - Content-Led Outbound Strategies for Market Expansion with Dr. Jim Kanichirayil of EngageRocket | Scrappy PlaybooksIn this episode of "Scrappy ABM," host Mason Cosby welcomes Dr. Jim Kanichirayil, VP of Growth at EngageRocket, to discuss his content-led outbound approach to market expansion in the US.=====================================Best Moments:(02:08) Dr. Jim shares his pioneering mindset for tackling new markets and breaking from the standard playbook(03:11) Expanding into the US market was a business necessity for EngageRocket's continued growth beyond Asia Pacific(07:05) Their approach involved content-led outbound sprints focused on specific industries...
2024-07-2524 min
saas.unboundTurning SaaS competitors into partners to win the market with Dorothy Yiu @EngageRocketsaas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies. In episode #23, Anna Nadeina talks with Dorothy, Co-founder & CEO (International) at @engagerocket8877 , a cloud-based software focused on enhancing the employee experience at work from hire to retire.Subscribe to our channel to be the first to see the interviews that we publish twice a week - https://www.youtube.com/@saas-group Stay up to date: Twitter: https...
2024-05-3049 min
HR Collection PlaylistAttrition is Killing You with Dr. JimIn this episode of the podcast, the boys dive deep into the world of talent strategy and employee satisfaction with Dr. Jim Kanichirayil, VP of growth at EngageRocket, researcher, writer, podcaster, and a seasoned professional in the tech industry. Dr. Jim sheds light on the dissatisfaction brewing among workers within traditional employment structures, pointing towards the rise of freelance work and the gig economy as potential alternatives.We explore the phenomenon known as the "Great Resignation" and its lasting impact on the workforce, uncovering underlying issues like stagnant wages, layoffs, and limited career growth opportunities. The financial...
2024-03-1137 min
HR Interviews PlaylistAttrition is Killing You with Dr. JimIn this episode of the podcast, the boys dive deep into the world of talent strategy and employee satisfaction with Dr. Jim Kanichirayil, VP of growth at EngageRocket, researcher, writer, podcaster, and a seasoned professional in the tech industry. Dr. Jim sheds light on the dissatisfaction brewing among workers within traditional employment structures, pointing towards the rise of freelance work and the gig economy as potential alternatives.We explore the phenomenon known as the "Great Resignation" and its lasting impact on the workforce, uncovering underlying issues like stagnant wages, layoffs, and limited career growth opportunities. The financial...
2024-03-1137 min
The Chad & Cheese PodcastAttrition is Killing You with Dr. JimIn this episode of the podcast, the boys dive deep into the world of talent strategy and employee satisfaction with Dr. Jim Kanichirayil, VP of growth at EngageRocket, researcher, writer, podcaster, and a seasoned professional in the tech industry. Dr. Jim sheds light on the dissatisfaction brewing among workers within traditional employment structures, pointing towards the rise of freelance work and the gig economy as potential alternatives.We explore the phenomenon known as the "Great Resignation" and its lasting impact on the workforce, uncovering underlying issues like stagnant wages, layoffs, and limited career growth opportunities. The financial...
2024-03-1137 min
People Managing PeopleHow AI Can Support You Being A Great ManagerIs there a world where AI tools can be used for relationship building? To help you become a better manager or leader?In this episode, host Becca Banyard is joined by CheeTung Leong—Co-Founder at EngageRocket—to talk about how AI technology can help human resources, managers, and leaders build better human connections at work.Support the show
2023-09-0728 min
GSD Factor PodcastBuilding DEIB With A Purpose Dr. Jim KanichirayilBuilding DEIB with a purpose and intentionality is so important across all our industries and we tackle this topic with Dr. Jim Kanichirayil.
Dr. Jim is a talent nerd. He's been in and around the talent space for longer than he'd care to admit. He's currently the VP of Growth for EngageRocket, a leadership effectiveness and employee engagement platform. Most of his career has been spent helping organizations build elite teams by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. He has his doctorate in organizational leadership and his study was on employee retention and turnover. He's the co-founder...
2023-08-0424 min
The Adrian Tan Show94: EngageRocket Leong CheeTung on the struggles with Return-to-OfficeLeong CheeTung [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheetung/] is the CEO of EngageRocket [https://www.engagerocket.co/], the fastest-growing Asian people analytics tech company that helps businesses improve talent retention and productivity.
Before becoming an entrepreneur, he was Regional Director of Gallup in Southeast Asia. He read Economics at the University of Cambridge and has an MA in Political Science from Columbia University under the Singapore Armed Forces Overseas Scholarship (SAFOS).
CheeTung is a Generation T honoree for Asia Tatler, awarded to young leaders shaping the future of Asia, and was listed by Prestige Magazine as one of their '40...
2022-06-1224 min
Deep DiveThe great wave of worker unhappiness – why are we still languishing?Is 2021 the year when employees take back control over work amid predictions of a great resignation wave, not to mention complaints of bad bosses, long working hours and unfair demands? Are our expectations as workers unrealistic? How much responsibility should managers shoulder and what does a good balance look like? Lin Suling checks back with Adrian Tan, strategist at the Institute for Human Resource Professionals, and Leong Chee Tung, co-founder of EngageRocket one year and many work-from-home months later.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-10-2830 min
The Adrian Tan Show69: Sonali Sharma on data paralysis, getting started on people analytics and connecting analytics to bottom lineSonali Sharma [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonalichhabra/] is a business
professional with 12+ years of experience with McKinsey & Company, Deloitte
Consulting and Uber in the US, UAE, SE Asia, ANZ and North Asia.
She is currently heading Product and People Science at EngageRocket
[https://www.engagerocket.co/] - an Employee Experience platform provider.
In her previous role at Uber, she set up and was leading the global Continuous
Listening program as Sr Product Owner within People Analytics.
Prior to her global role, she was the People Analytics lead in APAC.
She has been solving talent and business problems using cross-functional
...
2021-09-2834 min
The Adrian Tan Show61: Leong CheeTung on people efficiency, digitalisation struggles and uncovering the true problem statementLeong CheeTung [https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheetung/] is the CEO of
EngageRocket [https://www.engagerocket.co/], the fastest-growing Asian people
analytics tech company that helps businesses improve talent retention and
productivity.
Before becoming an entrepreneur, he was Regional Director of Gallup in Southeast
Asia. He read Economics at the University of Cambridge and has an MA in
Political Science from Columbia University under the Singapore Armed Forces
Overseas Scholarship (SAFOS).
CheeTung is a Generation T honoree for Asia Tatler, awarded to young leaders
shaping the future of Asia, and was listed by Prestige Magazine as one of their
'40...
2021-08-0324 min
OCBC Treasury Research and Strategy - PodcastFeeling Empowered by EngageRocket (CheeTung Leong)How has Covid-19 made the role of human resources more important? Is working from home a permanent solution? In this episode, we speak to ex-Singapore naval officer CheeTung Leong about how his experience laid the foundation for his start-up, EngageRocket. The firm uses cloud-based software to help leaders and organisations make better decision about hires and employees using real-time data.
2021-05-0722 min
The Adrian Tan Show#4: Director, Ka-Bloom Group – Alexandra LambAlexandra has more than 14 years of extensive experience in coaching & human
capital consulting across Asia Pacific.
Before she started her own practice, the Ka-Bloom Group, she spent more than 10
years with Korn Ferry Hay Group.
Her work includes collaborating with high-growth companies in Shanghai, Hong
Kong, Singapore and ANZ, helping them to deliver programs across the full talent
lifecycle.
This episode is brought to you by EngageRocket [https://www.engagerocket.co/].
In an ideal world, your employees are happy, love working for you and do great
work all the time.
But in the real world, your star performers leave without war...
2019-05-1132 min