Mr Chris Sun, JP, Secretary for Labour and Welfare, Labour and Welfare Bureau, HKSAR
09:15 – 09:20
Opening Ceremony
09:20 – 10:00
Lightbulb Session – The Future of Work: Navigating Transformation in HR
HR is steering through rapid organisational changes, placing greater demands on both HR departments and professionals. In this session, we will evaluate HR's role as the backbone of strategic organisational transformation. HR is uniquely situated to influence and drive this change, adapting to rapid shifts in the business environment. However, this adaptation requires HR to embrace innovation, demonstrate future-thinking leadership, and develop capabilities that propel the organisation forward.
In this session, we will focus on specific trends that will impact the way we work. We will examine how these trends are shaping the future of work, impacting the demands placed on HR leadership, and reshaping how HR operates. We will also explore how HR can capitalise on these trends and seize the opportunities they present.
Mr Erik van Vulpen, Director, Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR)
09:20 – 10:00
Lightbulb Session – The Future of Work: Navigating Transformation in HR
HR is steering through rapid organisational changes, placing greater demands on both HR departments and professionals. In this session, we will evaluate HR's role as the backbone of strategic organisational transformation. HR is uniquely situated to influence and drive this change, adapting to rapid shifts in the business environment. However, this adaptation requires HR to embrace innovation, demonstrate future-thinking leadership, and develop capabilities that propel the organisation forward.
In this session, we will focus on specific trends that will impact the way we work. We will examine how these trends are shaping the future of work, impacting the demands placed on HR leadership, and reshaping how HR operates. We will also explore how HR can capitalise on these trends and seize the opportunities they present.
Mr Erik van Vulpen, Director, Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR)
10:00 – 10:30
Unleashing the Power of AI in Transforming Human Resources
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) has become imperative for organisations seeking to stay ahead. As the Chief Transformation Officer of HKBN, Kenneth is privileged to share his insights on how AI and modern digital channels can revolutionise workforce productivity and efficiency. He will also share the transformative impact of AI chatbots and automation in enhancing our customer support operations, which not only significantly enhances customer satisfaction but also achieved substantial cost savings for the company. Join him and explore the vast potential of AI to drive business growth and unlock the full potential of our human resources.
Mr Kenneth She, Chief Transformation Officer, Hong Kong Broadband Network Limited
10:30 – 11:00
Networking Break
11:00 – 11:20
Future Workforce Study 2024
Undertaken by the HKIHRM and sponsored by JobsDB by Seek, The Future Workforce Study 2024 is a comprehensive initiative to deep dive into the evolving manpower requirements in Hong Kong. The study gauges the shifts in local labour market demands by 2028, understand the factors influencing these projections as well as evaluate the utilisation of talent admission schemes to alleviate talent shortage. The insights gained from this study will empower stakeholders including employers and HR practitioners to make informed decisions and foster a more responsive and resilient workforce. By aligning workforce planning and talent development strategies with the evolving needs of Hong Kong's dynamic business environment, the study seeks to contribute to the city's long-term economic vitality and global competitiveness.
Mr Bill Lee, Managing Director, Hong Kong, Jobsdb by SEEK
Mr Peter Leung, Honorary Treasurer, HKIHRM
11:20 – 12:00
Panel Discussion – Creating Multigenerational Workplace: Benefits and Strategies with Young Old Employment
This panel will explore how organisations can create inclusive, multigenerational workplaces that not only accommodate but actively benefit from the diverse skills and experience of employees from different age groups, particularly the young old. It will provide insights into how the young old can lead more engaged and active lives but also offer practical solutions for integrating their talents and wisdom into wider workplace. By fostering a deeper understanding and engagement with this age group, we aim to inspire policy changes, corporate practices, and community initiatives that recognise and harness the potential of older adults on employment.
Panellists Mr Ricky Chu, SBS, IDS, Former Chairperson, Equal Opportunities Commission
Ms Sonal Chugani, Diversity & Inclusion Lead, Cathay Pacific Airways Limited
Dr Krishna Savani, Professor of Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Mr Wallace Wang, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Director – APAC & EMEA, Reinsurance Group America
Facilitator
Mr Roy Ying, Programme Director, BBA-Marketing and Senior Lecturer, Department of Marketing, School of Business, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong; Co-chairperson, Advocacy and Policy Research Committee, HKIHRM
12:00 – 12:20
ESG Integration in Business Strategy: Driving Growth In Prosperity, People and Planet
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, companies are increasingly recognising the importance of integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into their overall business strategies. By doing so, organisations can drive growth not only in terms of financial prosperity but also in the well-being of people and the planet. This presentation explores the practical real-time examples of ESG integration in business strategy and its profound impact on sustainable development through the successful sustainability journey of Swire Properties. By effectively engaging stakeholders, setting ambitious targets, and developing actionable plans, Swire Properties has managed their environmental, social, and economic impact while fostering long-term resilience, competitiveness and people growth.
Mr Patrick Ho, Head of Sustainable Development, Swire Properties Limited
Mr Erik van Vulpen, Director, Academy to Innovate HR (AIHR)
(For Masterclass ticket holders only)
14:00 – 14:30
CEO Keynote - Reshaping People: Strategic Pioneer to drive the Business Growth
Ms Jeanette Mao, Chief Executive Officer, HK Express Airways
14:30 - 14:50
Enhancing Employer Branding: A Google China Marketer's Perspective
Google China Marketing team is working closely with the Google People Operation team to build the employer branding in the China market. The session will cover the Why, What and How from the marketing team's perspective. There will be some examples to demonstrate the synergy and the impact of the joint effort.
Mr Ben Wong, Chief Marketing Officer, Google Greater China
14:50 - 15:15
Inspiring Change through Kind Leadership
Drawing on work with global organisations and recent research on how kind leadership underpins a healthy workforce, learn key insights on the transformative power of kindness for inclusivity and business success, and gain actionable strategies for inspiring shifts toward kind leadership and for successfully implementing kind leadership.
Dr Bonnie Hayden Cheng, Associate Professor & MBA Programme Director, HKU Business School
15:15 - 15:40
Networking Break
15:40 – 16:00
How should HR embrace AI technology to help transform the organisation?
The session delivers the whole picture of AI development in the history of human life and highlights the benefits of AI tools for individuals, organisations and the whole society. Through analysing Liepin's big data about the talents of the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong's job opportunities for the Chinese mainland job-seekers, the speaker will explain how AI interviewer will help Hong Kong's companies to gain talents they need and improve their working efficiency as well. Finally, the session emphasises the importance of AI tools for all the HR staff and encourages them to embrace AI in the current situation for a better future.
Ms Yueting Song, President, Tongdao Liepin Group
16:00 – 16:25
Inspirational Talk – Comedy = Tragedy + Time
Being born-and-raised in Hong Kong as an Indian kid in a predominantly Chinese community, Vivek Mahbubani, a comedian that performs in both Cantonese and English, has had to face issues such as not fitting in, racial discrimination and even being told that he's "not Indian enough". Vivek may seem like the bulletproof person that can turn anything bad into a joke worth laughing at, but this is the result of a journey of self-reflection, self-questioning and even self-doubt. In this session, Vivek will share this journey and show you how the right mindset can transform your life into anything you want it to be.
Mr Vivek Mahbubani, English & Cantonese Stand Up Comedian
16:25 – 16:30
Closing Remarks
Mr Andy Luk & Ms Honnus Cheung, Co-Chairpersons of Advisory Board of Annual Conference and Exhibition 2024, HKIHRM
16:30 – 17:00
Networking & Lucky Draw
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