The Conference Board of Asia

👏 A heartfelt thank you Irawati Wijaya Hartono for sharing her leadership journey as part of our #IWD campaign. Her experiences serve as a powerful testament to resilience, progress, and the impact of inclusive leadership. Let’s continue fostering meaningful conversations and driving change for future generations. 💡💪 Sign up for early access to the report HERE: https://lnkd.in/evvR_f-s

Your story is a powerful reminder that leadership isn’t about having a smooth path—it’s about resilience, conviction, and pushing forward despite the challenges. Thank you for sharing your journey and inspiring so many women to believe in their own leadership potential! This #InternationalWomensMonth, let’s celebrate progress and continue lifting each other up. 💪✨ 📖 Don’t miss the chance to read these incredible stories—sign up for early access here:

Claire Chiang has led with strength, resilience, and vision—her journey is a testament to the power of women in leadership. Let’s celebrate the voices shaping the future and continue to empower the next generation of women leaders! 💜💪 Gain access to our #IWD featured report by signing up HERE: https://lnkd.in/evvR_f-s

👏 A huge thank you to Deanne Stewart for sharing her incredible journey and insights as part of our #IWD campaign. Her story is a powerful reminder of the resilience and leadership that drive meaningful change. Let’s keep the conversation going and continue paving the way for future leaders! 💡💪 Sign up for early access to the report HERE: https://lnkd.in/evvR_f-s

🌟 How ten influential women in Asia are paving the way for others to enter the C-suite🌍💜 This International Women’s Day, we are proud to spotlight 10 incredible female leaders who have broken barriers, shaped industries, and paved the way for future leaders in Asia. As part of our upcoming report—Women Who Inspire and Elevate—these inspiring women have shared their personal stories: reflecting on challenges, successes, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. Over the next few days to celebrate #InternationalWomen’sDay, they will be sharing their experiences and offering valuable insights for all aspiring leaders. 🔗 Get early access to the full report by registering here: https://lnkd.in/evvR_f-s A huge thank you to all these women for being part of this powerful initiative: Vivian Cao Deanne Stewart Dinali Peiris Claire Chiang Vinita B. Dr.Sara Saeed Khurram Yumiko Nagai Irawati Wijaya Hartono Gina Qiao Farehana Hanapiah And a special mention to the writers of the report Sandhya Karpe Karin Jork-Wellbrock (PCC) , Shreya S. Praisy Abraham Stay tuned using the #ifacedit&imadeit as they share their stories in the upcoming days! #IWD2025 #WomenInLeadership #BreakingBarriers

🌍🔋 E-Waste: A Growing Crisis—But There’s Hope 🔋🌍 The world generates over 50 million tons of e-waste each year, yet only a fraction is properly recycled. How can businesses and consumers be part of the solution? 🎙️ In Part 2 of our podcast episode with Kenny McGee, we dive deeper into: ✅ Innovative strategies to extend product lifecycles ✅ The role of policy in driving responsible e-waste management ✅ How companies are rethinking sustainability in tech 💡 Don’t miss this insightful conversation—listen now! 🎧👇 📌 Episode Link: https://lnkd.in/eXMwb3W2 #Sustainability #EWaste #CircularEconomy #TechForGood #Podcast #ESG

Indian business leaders are all-in on tech and AI. More than in any other market, they’refocused on deploying new technologiesand hiring senior leaders with the technical skills to drive that innovation forward. At the same time, Indian leaders are aligned with their global counterparts in citing high energy prices as the greatest geo-economic risk to their businesses. Read more https://lnkd.in/e68nzTTj As always, it’s amazing to work alongside my incredible colleagues Praisy Abraham Manali Paranjpe Vishnu M. to make things happen! Grateful for such a fantastic team! The Conference Board of Asia The Conference Board Europe

🚀 AI & Technology: The Growth Engine for India India’s C-Suite executives are doubling down on AI and tech investments to drive innovation, boost productivity, and enhance customer satisfaction. 📊 Key Insights from The Conference Board’s C-Suite Outlook 2025: - Almost three-fifths (58.8%) of Indian executives identified knowledge of technology, data and AI as an essential skill for top business leaders, making it the most sought-after attribute in Indian boardrooms by some margin. Globally, only 20.3% of CEOs made the same judgment. - Asked for their top two priorities for growing profits in 2025, more than half of Indian C-suite executives (52.9%)highlighted investment in technology including AI – the top-ranked choice and more than double the proportion of CEOs globally (25.5%). A further 40.2% named innovation as a top priority. - Indian executives are unfazed by growing US-EU-China tensions––the biggest concern among business leaders globally––with just 17.8% reporting it as a concern. As Indian businesses continue to scale AI and digital transformation, they must tackle workforce upskilling and integration challenges to unlock the full potential of these technologies. Read the full report by clicking HERE: https://lnkd.in/eYvqZ_u2 #IndiaInc #AI #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #CLevelInsights #Innovation #TechDrivenGrowth

As businesses undergo unprecedented transformation, the role of HR has never been more pivotal. The next few years will be marked by rapid change, driven by technology, shifting workforce expectations, and new business realities. Senior HR and business leaders must ask: • How do we integrate AI and emerging technologies to enhance workforce productivity while maintaining the human touch? • What cultural shifts are needed to drive organizational transformation and align with evolving business priorities? • How can we future-proof our workforce to thrive in an era of rapid change and digital disruption? At Future: People Asia 2025, CHROs and senior executives from across industries will convene to address these challenges, exchange insights, and explore forward-thinking solutions. This is not just another conference—it’s a strategic forum for decision-makers shaping the future of human capital in Asia. Early Confirmed Speakers include: Anil Argilla, President, Emerging Markets, Asia at Pfizer Andrew Paul Newmark, CHRO, APEC at Marriott International Andrew Saidy, Head of Talent at Cigna Healthcare, International Health David Lim, EVP, People Asia Pacific at PVH Corp. Mukta Arya, Managing Director, Chief Human Resources Officer, APAC at Societe Generale Rhona Tasmia Rabbani, Managing Director, Talent & Learning at FedEx Sandhya Karpe, Center Leader, Human Capital Center, Asia and Program Director of the Asia Inclusion Council at The Conference Board We look forward to welcoming you in Singapore. Registrations will open soon! Stay tuned for updates, and visit our link for conference details, including sponsorship opportunities: https://lnkd.in/e-VM_Tuy

Our first cohort of the Advancing Inclusion in Asia Masterclass Certificate Program concluded with leaders from diverse backgrounds at eight top organizations, and we’re excited to open our second intake kicking off in March! Designed by the Asia Human Capital Center, this program offers expert-led live online sessions, equipped to guide leaders with practical skills to advance inclusion initiatives within their organizations. On successful completion of all modules, participants will be awarded a Certificate of Completion of this program. We have only one slot remaining for our March intake - sign up now: https://lnkd.in/gqqf-4JR Program Overview Duration: 3 months, from March 2025 - May 2025 Format: Virtual, bi-monthly sessions via Zoom Time: 4:30-6:00 PM SGT/HKGT Session Duration: 90 minutes each Our program is open to inclusion newcomers, Senior executives leading inclusion initiatives, HR leaders seeking advanced inclusion knowledge, and inclusion ERG leaders. Meet our faculty speakers: Sandhya Karpe Jane Horan, EdD Ting-Fai Yu, PhD Dr. Vinika Devasar Rao Shailaja Sharma We look forward to seeing you there! Praisy Abraham Shreya Soota Amogh Koranmath #inclusion #hr #humanresources #asia #masterclass