What if the future you planned for no longer exists?

This isn’t a hypothetical question—it’s the reality for many businesses today. From technological disruptions to market upheavals, change is no longer something that can be planned for; it’s something we must continuously adapt to. And this, in a nutshell, is what People Matters TechHR Singapore 2025 is all about—pivoting.

“You don’t pivot because you see the future. You pivot because you realise what you thought was the future isn’t happening,” said Marc Andreessen, and this rings truer than ever. In 2023, People Matters redefined the Art of the Possible. In 2024, it took everyone from Inspiration to Action. But 2025 is the year for Action to Transformation. It’s time to put theory into practice and learn how to pivot—not when you have to, but when you choose to—because those who don’t adapt will fall behind.

The Power of Pivoting: Why Now?

We’re at a turning point in business and leadership. External disruptions—technological breakthroughs, shifting consumer preferences, geopolitical changes—are reshaping entire industries, while internal challenges—talent shortages, leadership gaps, cultural shifts—are putting additional pressure on organisations to act quickly.

But what if, instead of simply responding to these disruptions, you could use them as an opportunity? What if your organisation didn’t just survive change, but thrived because it knew how to pivot? That’s the essence of People Matters TechHR Singapore 2025. In an age where standing still is risky, pivoting is essential for sustained success.

TechHR Singapore 2025 is designed to answer a crucial question for leaders: Are we adapting fast enough, or are we risking irrelevance? Talent, which remains at the heart of every organisational strategy, is the key to navigating this challenge. As organisations reassess their talent strategies, they must rethink their approach to innovation, agility, and leadership—three core pillars that make up the DNA of a successful pivot.

A New Era for HR Leaders: What’s Different in 2025?

If you’ve been to People Matters TechHR before, you know it’s not your average HR conference. But in 2025, we’re going beyond traditional keynote speeches and breakout sessions. This year’s event is designed to be a catalyst for real, actionable change. Expect a highly interactive experience that’s not just about learning, but about transforming how you lead your teams and organisations through uncertainty.

• Functional Focus Tracks: Dive deep into specialised areas like talent acquisition, learning, rewards, and organisational culture. These tracks will provide the tools and insights you need to rethink your HR strategies and pivot your organisation towards success.
  
  
• Hands-On Labs & Action Stories: One of the most exciting additions to TechHR 2025 is the Hands-On Labs, where you’ll get to put theory into practice. Explore and experiment with new skills, tools, and strategies, all designed to help you pivot and thrive in the face of disruption. Alongside this, Action Stories will bring real-world case studies to life, showing how leading organisations successfully navigated their own pivots. Learn from their successes—and their failures—so you can avoid the same pitfalls.
  
  
• Ask Leaders Anything: Forget the formalities—Ask Leaders Anything is your chance to hear from the people who’ve been in the trenches. In this open-floor session, leaders from across industries will answer your burning questions about navigating change and embracing disruption. No filters, no fluff—just real talk.
  
  
• Study Tours: Want to see how the world’s most innovative companies are pivoting? TechHR 2025 gives you the chance to visit organisations like Google, Netflix, and Mandai Wildlife on exclusive Study Tours. These behind-the-scenes tours will let you learn from the best and bring those insights back to your own organisation.

A Star-Studded Lineup of Speakers

TechHR Singapore 2025 will feature an impressive lineup of global thought leaders who are shaping the future of work and business. From AI pioneers to HR visionaries, these experts will provide a fresh perspective on how organisations can pivot to embrace the next wave of change.

Notable speakers include:

• Narelle Burke, CHRO, People Function, APAC Insights & Global Consulting, Kantar
• Hod Lipson, Author, Researcher & Professor of Engineering & Data Science, Columbia University
• Darren Thayre, Director of Innovation & AI Pursuit Lead, Global Strategic Initiatives, Google
• Fong Tuan Chen, Senior Executive Vice President (Group Human Capital), Maybank
• Lynn Dang, Director-APAC People, Snapchat
• Toi Chia Tan, Chief of People, Organisation and Communications, Starhub

These thought leaders will challenge the status quo, offering cutting-edge insights into how businesses can reinvent themselves in an era defined by rapid change.

The Future of Work, Happening Now

People Matters TechHR Singapore 2025 isn’t just a conference—it’s the place where the future of work begins. It’s a convergence of minds, ideas, and strategies, all coming together to shape the next chapter of business and leadership. With over 2,000 attendees, 60+ partners, 45+ speakers, and 40+ learning sessions, it’s the one event you can’t afford to miss.

Here’s a look at the core themes for 2025:

• Strategic Excellence: Align business and HR strategies to prepare for the future.
• Functional Excellence: Master HR business partnering, talent management, and innovation.
• Innovation Excellence: Leverage HR technology and people analytics to drive change.
• Personal Excellence: Develop leadership and management skills to navigate complexity.

Why You Should Be There

People Matters TechHR Singapore 2025 is the ultimate opportunity for HR leaders to gain the tools, insights, and strategies they need to pivot their organisations toward success. Whether it’s through engaging workshops, thought-provoking panels, or exclusive study tours, this year’s event promises to deliver a transformative experience that will redefine the way you think about work, business, and leadership.

So, ask yourself—Are you ready to pivot? Join us on 6th March 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, and become part of a movement that’s not just responding to change—but leading it.

Registrations are live now so hurry.