2025 Asia Summit
Shaping for Change
May 27-28 | Singapore
Learn | Explore | Network
NOTE: All times noted are in Singapore Standard Time.
The agenda may be subject to change.
Asia Summit Sessions
Day 1 - May 27
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
2025 Asia Summit
Welcome!
Speaker Details
Full Name
Lisa Yee
Job Title
President and CEO
Company
Silicon Valley Employers Forum
Biography
Lisa Yee is the President and CEO of SVEF, based in Northern California, leads and engages with employers and partners to drive change in global benefits. She enjoys spending time with her family and two rescue dogs, Daisy & Gryffin, volunteering with animal rescue organizations, traveling, and baking.
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Thought leadership: ROI of Well-Being
Presented by National University of Singapore
Why employees’ health is every business leader’s business.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Andrew Tay
Job Title
Chief Wellbeing Officer
Company
National University of Singapore
Biography
Dr. Andrew Tay, Chief Wellbeing Officer at NUS, leads groundbreaking initiatives
at the HWB unit, achieving unprecedented success since 2020. His leadership in
innovative programs like "return-to-work case management" and destigmatization campaigns has significantly enhanced the university community's wellbeing. Pioneering the WellNUS framework, he revolutionizes mental health approaches. Recognized with prestigious awards like the WorkWell Leaders "Wellbeing Organisation of the Year: and the "Global Healthy Workplace Award," Andrew's impact is evident. With a medical background in tech and pharma, he has shaped employee benefits at Facebook and GSK. An alumnus of NUS and advocate of music and arts, Andrew plays bass guitar and crafts cocktails in his free time.
10:20 AM - 10:50 AM
A Fireside Chat on Benefits That Matter
Presented by Microsoft
How to adapt to diversity, well-being, and multigenerational talent focusing on scalable and sustainable benefits.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Dushyant Ajwani
Job Title
International Rewards Leader
Company
Microsoft
Biography
Dushyant Ajwani is a highly experienced Total Rewards Leader with two decades of expertise in Compensation & Benefits consulting, analytics, and operations. Over the course of his career, Dushyant has held pivotal roles at renowned companies such as Amazon, American Express (AXP), and Aon (formerly known as Hewitt Associates). His extensive background in these organizations has equipped him with a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in designing and implementing effective compensation and benefits strategies.
Currently, Dushyant serves as the Director of International Compensation & Benefits (ICB) for Asia at Microsoft. In this role, he leads strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing employee benefits and compensation structures across the region. His portfolio includes overseeing the development and execution of comprehensive rewards programs that align with Microsoft's global standards while addressing the unique needs of the diverse workforce in Asia.
Dushyant's leadership and innovative approach have been instrumental in driving positive changes within the organizations he has worked for, ensuring that employees are rewarded fairly and competitively. Dushyant's adeptness in managing intricate regulatory landscapes, combined with their dedication to nurturing a culture of excellence, makes them an invaluable contributor to any panel or discussion on Total Rewards.
10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
Networking Break
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM
Financial Wellbeing: The Elusive Pillar of Employee Wellness
Presented by WTW
Results from WTW’s 2024 Global Benefits Attitude Survey on financial wellbeing, and sharing of employer case studies.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Natasha Ho
Job Title
Director
Company
WTW
Biography
Natasha has 18 years’ experience as a Retirement consultant and actuary in the UK, Hong Kong and Singapore. As part of her role in implementing benefit change programs, she has significant front-line experience in member engagement, having delivered numerous pensions guidance sessions and retirement education seminars.
Since joining WTW in 2019, she advises clients on the strategy and operations of their
retirement schemes, delivering end-to-end support from design through to implementation and communication.
She also manages several large client accounts at a regional APAC level, supporting them with ongoing governance and future strategy.
For Hong Kong-based clients, she advises on the management of their ORSO and MPF schemes and features regularly at WTW-hosted events for the HR industry.
Natasha graduated from the London School of Economics and Political Science, with a bachelor’s degree in Actuarial Science. She is a Fellow of the Institute of Actuaries (UK), the Actuarial Society of Hong Kong and the Singapore Actuarial Society. She is also a licensed Technical Representative regulated by the Hong Kong Insurance Authority and Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) intermediary.
11:30 AM - 12:10 PM
Well-being in uncertain times: Strategies for Resilience and Sustainability
Presented by Seagate Technology and Western Digital Corporation
Thought leadership on the current key drivers and challenges for mental health in Asia, what employers are doing to plan ahead and future proof programs amid ongoing economic and societal shifts.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Molly Ang
Job Title
VP Global Total Rewards
Company
Seagate Technology, LLC
Biography
Speaker Details
Full Name
Dr. Rohini Kamalanathan van Hoboken
Job Title
Senior Director, Health & Wellness, APAC
Company
Western Digital Corporation
Biography
Dr. Rohini Kamalanathan, or Dr. Ro, is a medical professional with 25 years of clinical
experience and has been with Western Digital for over 13 years. As Senior Director of Health & Wellness, she manages a dozen onsite clinics across five countries, serving over 40,000 employees. Dr. Ro has led successful clinic builds and upgrades, consistently advocating for improvements that enhance employee engagement and experience.
Prior to Western Digital, Dr. Ro pioneered the Health Screening Centre at Prince Court Medical Centre, transforming it into one of the hospital’s top departments.
A passionate advocate for the belief that people are an organization’s greatest asset, Dr. Ro is dedicated to creating data-driven, innovative preventative health programs. She is especially focused on promoting sustainable, long-term lifestyle changes that lead to lasting improvements in employee health, well-being, and productivity.
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM
Networking Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Escaping the Infinite Loop of Stress – Sustainable Performance in High-Pressure Environments
Presented by MindForward Alliance
Panel discussion on keeping perspectives and balance in life, while managing stress to thrive.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Weng Hong Yong
Job Title
Executive Director of MindForward Alliance Singapore
Company
MindForward Alliance
Biography
Weng Hong Yong is the Executive Director of MindForward Alliance Singapore, where he leads efforts to embed sustainable and measurable mental health practices in workplaces. With over 27 years of leadership experience in finance and operations, he promotes mental well-being, psychological safety, and thriving workplaces.
As a passionate advocate for workplace mental health, Weng Hong is a skilled moderator and content creator who inspires action through engaging discussions and practical insights. He also serves on the board of Project Green Ribbon,
focusing on youth mental health. His mission is to empower organizations to
prioritize employee well-being and foster environments where people can truly thrive.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Adeline Kim
Job Title
Country Manager, Singapore & Brunei
Company
Visa
Biography
Adeline is Visa’s country manager for Singapore & Brunei and is responsible for the overall country strategy and innovation roadmap, growth priorities and P&L of the business in these two countries.
Adeline has spent over 10 years at Visa in several leadership roles. Most recently, she was Head of Data Solutions for Asia Pacific based in Singapore, and was responsible for leading the strategy, prioritisation, development and delivery of Visa’s data solutions including Open Data, Digital Identity, Risk Solutions and Data Products.
Adeline has an in-depth knowledge of Visa’s business, products, and strategy, having also been the Head of Products and Solutions for Southeast Asia, and Head of Consumer Solutions for Asia Pacific. She is extremely familiar with the Singapore market, where she helmed several leadership roles in Citibank Singapore, United Overseas Bank and Singapore Tourism Board, where she started her career.
Adeline holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with Honors from National University of Singapore.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Lee Woei Shiuan
Job Title
Head of the Singapore CEO’s Office
Company
Standard Chartered Bank
Biography
Woei Shiuan is appointed as Head of the Singapore CEO’s Office at Standard Chartered Bank, in November 2015.
As Head of the CEO Office, Woei Shiuan works closely with the executive team, and has impact on productivity, streamlining strategic initiatives, overseeing program management, and communicating objectives between departments.
Her career with Standard Chartered Bank has spanned over twenty years where she has largely worked with Group Consumer Banking Finance and has been responsible for various portfolios, including Distribution Channels and Personal and Preferred Banking.
Before assuming this role, she was Executive Director, Governance with the Asia
Governance and Strategic Initiatives office where she helps to manage the governance agenda for the region which includes financial performance, corporate governance, franchise development, people and talent management and community initiatives. Woei Shiuan is also an active champion for the Diversity and Inclusion agenda supporting Disability, Gender Equality, Generations, International and SC Pride.
Prior to joining Standard Chartered Bank in 2001, Woei Shiuan was a Financial Analyst with a financial institution specialised in assets securitisation. Before that, she was part of the Financial Control Department in United Overseas Bank.
She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy and an MBA in Banking and Finance from the Nanyang Technological University (Singapore). She is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Singapore.
Externally, Woei Shiuan is currently a member of the Singapore Polytechnic School of Business Advisory Committee, and has also been a member of the Community Chest Fu Dai Committee since 2016.
2:00 PM - 2:10 PM
Networking Break
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Benefit Communications that Work: Driving Engagement Across Diverse Workforces
Presented by Marvell Technology Group and HP Inc.
Best practices for crafting compelling benefit messages that resonate across cultures.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Chandra Shekar
Job Title
Total Rewards Manager, AIPAC
Company
Marvell Technology Group, LTD
Biography
Regional Comp & Benefits Leader @ Marvell Technologies Responsible for APAC & India regions , based out of India office.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Yee Lan Tay
Job Title
Director, APJ Total Rewards
Company
HP Inc.
Biography
Yee Lan has over 25 years of experience in compensation and benefits within the high-tech industry across the Asia Pacific region. Currently, she heads the Total Rewards function for Asia Pacific and Japan at HP Inc., leading a team that delivers comprehensive Total Rewards solutions, including benchmarking, design, analysis, implementation, harmonizing programs, supporting employee transitions, and integrating organizations due to mergers and acquisitions. During the separation of Hewlett-Packard into HP Inc. and Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Yee Lan successfully managed the division of the Total Rewards function in the region for both entities, ensuring continuity in program coverage and support, established systems and processes, and set up appropriate pension and retirement provisions. She is committed to open communication and sharing, walk the talk and enabling her team in career development.
2:50 PM - 3:20 PM
Future of benefits
Presented by Standard Chartered
Speaker Details
Full Name
Rahul Ramaswami
Job Title
Global Head of Benefits
Company
Standard Chartered
Biography
Rahul is the Global Head of Benefits at Standard Chartered, based in Singapore. He jokes that his passion for Liverpool Football Club, whom the Bank sponsor, was what initially drew him to the organisation 8 years ago; The culture has made him stay.
In his role, Rahul oversees the Bank’s benefits globally, striving to ensure they are impactful, accessible and equitable for all of his colleagues. Prior to joining Standard Chartered, he has worked in insurance and consulting, holding both technical and customer facing roles.
3:20 PM - 3:30 PM
Close
Speaker Details
Full Name
Alison Main
Job Title
Director
Company
Silicon Valley Employers Forum
Biography
Alison Main, Director, based in France, leads the international practice, consulting, and learning academy. She has held various roles in International Benefits and Rewards and has a particular passion for well-being. In her spare time she enjoys the Great Outdoors and entertaining friends with French and Asian cuisine.
Day 2 - May 28
9:00 AM - 9:10 AM
2025 Asia Summit
Welcome!
Speaker Details
Full Name
Alison Main
Job Title
Director
Company
Silicon Valley Employers Forum
Biography
Alison Main, Director, based in France, leads the international practice, consulting, and learning academy. She has held various roles in International Benefits and Rewards and has a particular passion for well-being. In her spare time she enjoys the Great Outdoors and entertaining friends with French and Asian cuisine.
9:15 AM - 9:45 AM
Transforming Tech: Key Trends in Employee Healthcare Consumption and Focus Areas for Preventive Health Initiatives
Presented by Cigna
Healthcare consumption evolution for employees in the tech industry. Key trends and areas of focus for employers when looking at preventive health initiatives.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Dr. Stella George
Job Title
Chief Medical Officer
Company
Cigna
Biography
As Chief Medical Officer, Cigna Healthcare group - International Health, Stella leverages her more than 25 years of experience in the global health insurance industry to oversee the design, development and implementation of global clinical and well-being programs. With direct oversight of all clinical functions, Stella is responsible for the over-all clinical strategy to manage the medical cost and improve health outcomes for the members and customers.
Previously as the Head of Health Services, Aetna One Advocate at CVS Health, Stella held operational responsibilities for Precertification, Utilization Management, Quality and the Extended Clinical Services team for the premier clinical program. She also led customer-facing presentations, meetings and site visits for prospective and existing clients. Prior to holding this role, Stella served as the Head of Care Management Americas for Aetna International, providing oversight for end-to-end care management activities.
Stella has practiced medicine in India and is a trained Leprologist. As Project Medical Officer for Alert – India, she was involved in the National Leprosy Eradication program efforts in Greater Mumbai.
Stella volunteers with the Art of Living Foundation and the International Association of Human values. She is a certified breath and meditation coach. She teaches meditation and breathwork for stress management in the community and in correctional facilities in Connecticut.
She received her Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) and a Diploma in Public Health (DPH) from the University of Mumbai, India and a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Strathclyde, UK.
9:50 AM - 10:15 AM
Balancing Cost and Care in Employee Benefits
Presented by WTW
This session will explore what factors have been driving changes in benefits, including new ways of working and a shift in the talent mix. Learn how these factors are impacting employers’ priorities, such as cost management, use of tech and AI to improve employee experience, flex, and choice/inclusive benefits. We will look at what is the way forward, bringing in insights from WTW’s preliminary results from the 2025 Benefits Trends Survey.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Eva Liu
Job Title
Head of Strategic Development, Health & Benefits, Asia Pacific
Company
WTW
Biography
With over 20 years of experience in client management, Eva moved from IT to HR consultancy industry in 2008 and joined the employee benefits space 12 years ago. She held business development, account management and consulting positions locally and regionally before joining WTW.
Eva Liu is the Head of Strategic Development, Health & Benefits, Asia Pacific. She assists the business to drive specific strategic projects, as well as manage the critical
area of Benefits Consulting and Advisory services including Corporate Wellbeing strategy and go to market approach.
In her role she continues to build on the momentum of H&B’s growth trajectory, accelerate the development and commercialization of our insights and solutions to be an effective consultative broker for our clients.
Eva joined WTW in 2018 leading client services and subsequently promoted to lead the Health & Benefits business in Hong Kong where she led the “Modernizing Benefits Strategy” operating model for Hong Kong to ensure a high level of client satisfaction and retention.
Eva holds bachelor and master degrees in business administrations from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology. She is a licensed Technical Representative of Hong Kong Insurance Authority and Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) intermediary.
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Employer Roundtable on Achieving Global Consistency with Local Agility: The Art of Benefit Plan Harmonization
A discussion on how to balance standardization with flexibility and agility in diverse markets.
11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Networking break
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Boost engagement, build a thriving workplace culture and communities
Presented by Seagate
Explore how to boost engagement, build a thriving workplace culture and communities with Seagate. Learn how recognition initiatives can boost employee energy, performance, and overall wellbeing, and contribute to a thriving workplace culture.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Erinna Khoo
Job Title
Program Manager
Company
Seagate
Biography
Erinna Khoo is a seasoned HR professional with over 15 years of comprehensive experience in human resources, spanning recruitment, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, and well-being. She has worked with top-tier companies, demonstrating her expertise in various HR functions. Currently, Erinna serves as the Senor Manager for Total Reward at Seagate where she successfully rolled out the first global recognition program and modernized the service award system. Her career includes various contributions in planning and rewards, and employee well-being initiatives, across multiple organizations.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Networking Lunch
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Rethinking Employee Benefits
Presented by Pacific Prime and Western Digital
Adapting to a Changing Workforce: As the tech industry evolves, companies must rethink employee benefits to attract and retain top talent. Pacific Prime with their technology will showcase how employers in APAC are Shaping for Change by adapting benefits strategies to meet the shifting demands of the regional Labor market. This session will explore the role of flexible and tailored benefits, along with regional benefit solutions, demonstrating how businesses can stay competitive in an increasingly dynamic landscape.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Heena Bose
Job Title
CEO
Company
Pacific Prime
Biography
Heena has over 23 years of experience in Insurance and digital automation operations, specializing in HR outsourcing and shared services in the Employee Benefits and Insurance industry. Her expertise includes customer service, accounts payable, retirement, transitions, and flex and broking operations. As a Six Sigma Green Belt, she has led process improvements through automation and resource management in Singapore.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Prakash Satagopan
Job Title
APAC Total Rewards Leader
Company
Western Digital
Biography
With over [25] years of experience, Prakash Satagopan is a seasoned HR leader with an extensive experience in design and delivery of performance, rewards, and benefits frameworks in a global/ regional environment across industries. He plays a key role in designing and implementing strategic reward programs that align with business objectives. His expertise in developing competitive, employee-centric compensation structures ensures enhanced engagement, retention, and long-term organizational success
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
Successful Benefit Communication and Engagement Strategies: Driving Engagement Across Diverse Workforces
Airbnb will share insights to how they created compelling benefit messages and campaigns that drive engagement and understanding across diverse goegraphies.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Yvonne Hu
Job Title
Senior Total Rewards Partner, APAC and China
Company
Airbnb
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM
Networking Break
2:00 PM - 2:40 PM
How Salesforce Uses Tech to Power Global Benefits in APAC
Presented by Benifex and Salesforce
With benefits landscapes varying significantly across the APAC region, global organizations must leverage technology to deliver choice, flexibility, and engagement at scale. But how do you effectively navigate the different maturities of benefits markets, drive meaningful adoption, and ensure employees truly experience the full value of their rewards?
In this fireside chat, Adam Mason, Chief Strategy Officer at Benifex, will be joined by Vishakha Damania, Senior Director, Total Rewards JAPAC at Salesforce, to discuss how Salesforce is shaping the future of benefits through technology and what’s next in their journey. This session will explore:
- How Salesforce has leveraged technology for greater choice and flexibility across APAC;
- The challenges of navigating varying regional benefits landscapes and how technology helps bridge the gaps;
- The role of new sharing and collaboration tools in Salesforce’s benefits strategy, including its impact and future roadmap;
- Examples of how communications are helping to drive benefits understanding and take-up across the APAC region;
- How AI can be integrated into benefits platforms to drive smarter, more personalized employee experiences.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Vishakha Damania
Job Title
Senior Director – JAPAC Benefits Design and Strategy
Company
Salesforce
Biography
Vishakha is the Senior Director – Benefits Strategy and Design for the Asia Pacific region at Salesforce, based in Singapore. With more than two decades of experience in human resources, Vishakha is a recognized expert in global compensation, benefits, and mobility programs. She has a proven track record of designing and implementing competitive total rewards strategies for leading multinational organizations. Before joining Salesforce, Vishakha held leadership positions at Oracle and Visa, where she managed Total Rewards portfolios across EMEA and APAC.
Speaker Details
Full Name
Adam Mason
Job Title
Chief Strategy Officer
Company
Benifex
Biography
Adam leads the global teams at Benifex, whose global platform OneHub is live in over 90 countries across the world, supporting over 500 organisations to deliver exceptional total reward and benefits experiences. Adam has worked with organisations such as Bank of America, EDF, Molson Coors and Salesforce to create personalised benefits experiences through technology, communications, benefit enrolment and Total Reward Statements. Prior to joining Benifex, Adam spent over ten years with Grant Thornton, including in roles supporting organisations with their people and culture agenda.
2:40 PM - 2:50 PM
Close
Speaker Details
Full Name
Lisa Yee
Job Title
President and CEO
Company
Silicon Valley Employers Forum
Biography
Lisa Yee is the President and CEO of SVEF, based in Northern California, leads and engages with employers and partners to drive change in global benefits. She enjoys spending time with her family and two rescue dogs, Daisy & Gryffin, volunteering with animal rescue organizations, traveling, and baking.