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Breakfast Dialogue
Leading the Future of work, workforce agility, and leadership in the AI era.
We are thrilled to introduce CHROs & CEO Roundtable Breakfast Dialogue – A dialogue where HR leaders will engage in a high-impact conversation with a CEO on the future of work, workforce agility, and leadership in the AI era. This intimate roundtable will serve as a think tank for visionary leaders, fostering candid discussions, strategic insights, and actionable solutions to navigate the next frontier of workforce evolution. Through high-impact dialogues and expert-driven conversations, participants will explore workforce innovation, leadership in the AI era, and the transformation of human capital strategies.
AI continues to reshape industries, and anticipating the future of work and the workforce keeps CEOs and CHROs up at night. CEOs expect their CHROs to foster workforce agility, enabling the organisation to stay competitive and adaptable in a rapidly evolving environment. The primary focus is to develop a workforce that is not only tech-savvy but also retains a human touch. In this 90-minute breakfast meeting, you’ll witness a dynamic dialogue between the CEO and CHROs on strategies to remain relevant in an increasingly hyper-competitive world.
Frequency: Quarterly
Admission: By invitation only
The inaugural CHROs & CEO Roundtable Breakfast Dialogue 2025 brought together senior HR leaders and CEOs for an intimate, high-impact conversation on the future of work, workforce agility, and leadership in the AI era. This closed-door session served as a think tank for bold, strategic dialogue focused on driving transformation and human capital innovation.
Opening Address
Dato’ Vicks, Principal Consultant of SMR HR Group, kicked off the morning with an energizing opening that set the stage for rich dialogue and exchange. His address challenged participants to rethink traditional HR models and embrace adaptive workforce strategies.
Keynote Reflections
Tan Sri Noor Hisham, former Director-General of Health, Malaysia, delivered a powerful keynote, reflecting on his leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. He shared critical insights on managing uncertainty, the role of decisive leadership, and the importance of agility and empathy in times of crisis.
CEO Perspective
Mr. Charles Brewer, Group CEO of Pos Malaysia, offered a dynamic perspective on navigating transformation in today’s business environment. He shared leadership lessons from his extensive global experience and emphasized the strategic role of HR in building agile, innovative, and sustainable organizations.
Interactive Dialogue
The session concluded with an engaging Q&A, where attendees actively interacted with the speakers. Discussions centered around the evolving expectations of HR leaders, tech-human balance, and strategies to keep pace in a hyper-competitive world.
Key Themes Discussed
Workforce agility in an AI-driven world
- Leadership during transformation and crisis
- Human-centric innovation
- Strategic partnerships between CEOs and CHROs
- Building resilient, future-ready organizations
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In its second instalment, the CHROs & CEO Roundtable Breakfast Dialogue continued to serve as a vital platform for senior HR leaders to tackle the evolving challenges of leadership, workforce agility, and human capital in the age of artificial intelligence.
Opening Remarks
Dato’ Vicks, Principal Consultant at SMR HR Group, welcomed participants and set the tone with a powerful call to reimagine leadership in an increasingly AI-infused world. His remarks framed the dialogue around purposeful innovation and forward-thinking HR practices.
Expert Spotlight
The session featured an insightful keynote by Mr. Leonardo Cibanik, Chief Information Officer at Swap Asia. Drawing from his rich background in digital transformation and tech strategy, he unpacked the complexities of artificial intelligence—debunking myths, clarifying its real-world capabilities, and emphasizing its implications for managing agile and future-ready workforces.
Key Insights Shared
The need to distinguish AI hype from reality in HR and leadership applications
Challenges posed by over-reliance on technology, especially in operational resilience and public trust
The critical importance of maintaining human centricity in digital evolution
Empowering teams with autonomy, curiosity, and critical thinking to stay ahead of technological shifts
Engaging Dialogue
The session sparked a robust exchange of views, highlighting the balance between leveraging AI and preserving the human touch. Attendees explored how organisations can build cultures that are not only tech-savvy but also deeply rooted in values, trust, and adaptive leadership.
Discussion Themes
Leading with empathy and foresight in an AI-driven world
Building resilient systems and restoring trust in digital operations
Shaping workforce strategies that balance innovation with reflection
Creating environments where people lead technology, not the other way around
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