Asia Human Capital Conference FY2024: A Resounding Success

Asia Human Capital Conference FY2024: A Resounding Success

The Asia Human Capital Conference FY2024, held on 4th and 5th September in Singapore, brought together over 90 participants from 13 countries and 24 different Hitachi Group Companies. This year’s conference was particularly notable for its diversity, with more than 10% of attendees coming from business backgrounds or non-HR roles, enriching the discussions and perspectives shared.

We were honoured to have our Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), General Manager of Human Capital Group, Hitachi, Ltd., Ms. Lorena Dellagiovanna, attend the event for the first time. She delivered a powerful opening address, which emphasised the importance of HR professionals aligning with the business strategy and breaking down traditional siloes. Her focus on enhancing the value of human capital for sustainable growth resonated deeply with all attendees.

Ms. Lorena Dellagiovanna’s Opening Address

The conference highlighted HR agility, with two external speakers providing valuable insights:

1. Anish Lalchandani: As the Global Head of Talent Management at A.P. Moller - Maersk and author of “The Skills Advantage,” Anish delivered a compelling session on “Reskilling in the Age of AI.” He discussed how AI technology can be leveraged to reskill employees, emphasising a human-centred approach.

2. Carol Chuah: As the Head of Southeast Asia for LinkedIn Learning, Carol’s session on “Agile HR in the Age of AI” was equally enlightening. She explored how HR can harness AI to enhance agility and improve performance and how these technologies can help HR professionals make data-driven decisions.

Mr. Imtiaz Shaikh's Sharing

The conference also featured a variety of other sessions, including Global HR Strategy & Key Initiatives by Deputy CHRO, Mr. Imtiaz Shaikh, a DEI dialogue led by Deputy Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer (CDEIO) of Hitachi, Ltd., Ms. Ana Vasquez Maya and her team, and a panel discussion on transforming HR practices for a future-ready workforce in ASEAN.

Engaging Insights and Expertise Shared

The diverse range of topics and speakers provided attendees with a wealth of knowledge and actionable insights, making the Asia Human Capital Conference FY2024 a truly memorable and impactful event.