Leadership on the Edge Forum 2026 - Leadership

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Leading Through Chaos. Building Adaptive Organisations. Shaping the Future of Leadership.

As disruption becomes the new normal, leadership must evolve beyond traditional models. The Leadership on the Edge Forum 2026 brings together distinguished business leaders, transformation experts and world-class performers to explore what it takes to lead with clarity, courage and resilience in an increasingly complex world.

ABOUT THE FORUM

The next decade will belong to organisations that can adapt quickly, build resilient cultures and develop leaders capable of navigating uncertainty with confidence.

Global volatility, technological acceleration and changing workforce expectations are redefining how organisations compete and grow. Traditional leadership approaches are no longer sufficient. Today's leaders must build trust, inspire transformation and create organisations that can continuously learn and adapt.

The Leadership on the Edge Forum 2026, jointly presented by Asian Banking School (ABS) and Coaching Culture International (CCI), is designed to help leaders rethink leadership for a rapidly changing world.

Across two keynote sessions and two high-impact panel discussions, participants will gain practical insights into leading through disruption, strengthening organisational culture, developing future-ready talent and building the human capabilities that technology alone cannot replace.

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WHY ATTEND

Leadership today is no longer about having all the answers—it is about building organisations that can thrive amid uncertainty.

At this forum, participants will:

Learn how leading organisations navigate disruption and reinvention

Discover why culture, trust and psychological safety have become strategic business priorities

Explore practical leadership approaches for building adaptive, future-ready organisations

Understand how resilience, identity and human capability drive sustained organisational performance

Gain insights from accomplished business leaders and elite performers who have successfully led through periods of significant change

Build meaningful connections with senior leaders facing similar transformation challenges

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Designed for leaders responsible for shaping organisational performance, culture and transformation, including:

Senior Leaders & Executives
CEOs, Managing Directors, Board Members, Executive Directors and Senior Management seeking new leadership approaches for an increasingly volatile business environment.
Human Capital Leaders
CHROs, Chief People Officers, HR Directors and People Leaders responsible for leadership development, organisational culture and workforce transformation.
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
Transformation, Strategy, Innovation and Digital leaders driving enterprise-wide change initiatives.
Business & Functional Leaders
Department Heads, Business Unit Leaders and Functional Managers leading teams through complexity and change.
Emerging Leaders
High-potential talent preparing for larger leadership responsibilities.
Learning & Development Professionals
Professionals responsible for leadership capability building and organisational learning.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Participants will leave with practical insights on how to:

Lead confidently in uncertain and rapidly changing environments
Build cultures grounded in trust, accountability and psychological safety
Reinvent leadership practices to support organisational agility
Develop resilient, adaptive and future-ready teams
Strengthen influence across generations, functions and organisational boundaries
Transform uncertainty into long-term strategic advantage

PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS

Keynote 1

Leading Through Chaos & Reinvention

How leaders make bold decisions, rebuild trust and navigate systemic disruption in an increasingly volatile world.

Speaker

YBhg. Datuk Seri Nazir Razak

Keynote 2

Resilience, Identity & Human Performance in Times of Change

Lessons from elite performance on resilience, purpose, discipline and sustaining excellence under pressure.

Speaker

More information to be shared soon

Panel Discussion 1

The Human Edge: Leading with Courage, Identity & Influence

An engaging conversation exploring courage, reinvention, influence and the human qualities leaders need when the world refuses to stabilise.

Panel Discussion 2

The Leadership Reset: What Today's Leaders Must Unlearn

Exploring why traditional leadership models are no longer enough—and how organisations can build adaptive, human-centred leadership for the future.

SPEAKERS

Watch this space to know about our upcoming speakers.

Dr. Donald H. Taylor

Chair, Learning Technologies UK

David Anderson

Director, Customer Training at Articulate

Dominik Mate Kovacs

CEO, Colossyan

Professor Dr Manivanan Saman

CEO, Asian Banking School

Monir Azzouzi

Group CHRO, Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad

Hasif Noorhafiz

Head of Digital Learning, Air Selangor

Christopher Chew

Executive Director, OCBC Bank

Jaxton Cheah

CEO, Asia Learn Hub

Kelvin Loh

CEO, eLearningMinds Sdn Bhd

Sharon Teh

Co-Founder, eLearningMinds

Dr. Reza Abraham

Co-Founder & CEO, lnControl Group
(as a moderator)

Dr. Nurrul Liyana

Head of Talent Development & Engagement

Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC)

Agenda

Time

Segment

Theme

1:30 PM

Registration

2:00 PM

Welcome Remarks

Why Leadership Must Evolve at the Edge of Chaos

2:05 PM

Transition Buffer

2:10 PM

Keynote 1

Leading Through Chaos & Reinvention

2:30 PM

Transition Buffer

2:35 PM

Keynote 2

Resilience, Identity & Human Performance in Times of Change

2:55 PM

Transition Buffer

3:00 PM

Panel Discussion 1 “The Human Edge: Leading with Courage, Identity & Influence”

Culture & the Human Edge

3:40 PM

Panel 1 — Leadership Signatures

Nazir’s Leadership Signature

Nicol’s Leadership Signature

3:45 PM

Transition Buffer

3:50 PM

Panel Discussion 2 “The Leadership Reset: What Today’s Leaders Must Unlearn to Build Adaptive, Future Ready Organisations”

Rethinking Leadership Models

4:30 PM

Panel 2 — Leadership Reset Insights

Muazzam’s Reset Insight

Priya Subramaniam’s Reset Insight

Ng Wei Wei’s Reset Insight

Wilson’s Reset Insight

4:35 PM

Transition Buffer

4:40 PM

Call to Action / Q&A

From Insight to Action: Building Leaders & Cultures That Can Thrive at the Edge

4:55 PM

Transition Buffer

5:00 PM

Closing & Round Up

Human Capability: The Anchor of Leadership at the Edge

5:15 PM

Closing Formalities

Common Track - Morning Session
8:00 AM
1 Hour
Registration
📍 Auditorium Foyer
9:00 AM
30 Minutes
Opening Ceremony: Event Launch & Welcome
VIP Launch | Opening Speech – Prof. Dr. Manivanan | Panel: ABS | 📍 Main Auditorium
9:30 AM
45 Minutes
Keynote 1: The Future of Learning – Global Trends & The Transformative Power of AI
Speaker: Dr. Donald H. Taylor | Panel: Learning Technology | 📍 Main Auditorium
10:15 AM
30 Minutes
Morning Tea Break
📍 Auditorium Foyer
Track 1 - The Blueprint
Themes: Digital learning culture • L&D transformation roadmap • Governance • Corporate success stories
10:45 AM
1 Hour
Beyond Adoption: Implementing AI and Gamification for Sustainable Learning Transformation
Speaker: Dominik Mate Kovacs | Panel: Colossyan | 📍 Breakout Room 1
11:45 AM
45 Minutes
Leading Change: How One Organisation Reinvented Learning for the Digital and Al Era
Speaker: Monir Azzouzi | Panel: Cyberjaya Education Group | 📍 Breakout Room 1
14:00 PM
30 Minutes
Driving Strategic Learning: Lessons from The Field
Speaker: George Aveling | Panel: Asia Learn Hub Marketplace | 📍 Breakout Room 1
14:30 AM
1 Hour
[Panel Discussion] Leading the Digital Learning Shift: Strategies That Drive
Sustainable Transformation
Panellists: Dominik Kovacs, Monir Azzouzi, George Aveling | Moderator: Jaxton Cheah | 📍 Breakout Room 1
Track 2 - Content is King
Themes: Microlearning design • Storytelling & scenario design • Rapid content development
10:45 AM
1 Hour
Empowering Course Creators: How AI is Transforming the Way We Design Learning
Speaker: David Anderson | Panel: Articulate | 📍 Breakout Room 2
11:45 AM
45 Minutes
AI as Your Co-Designer and Co-Developer: Redefining the Content Creation Workflow
Speaker: Kelvin Loh | Panel: eLearningMinds Group | 📍 Breakout Room 2
14:00 PM
30 Minutes
Design Smarter: Real Stories of AI- Enhanced Content Development
Speaker: Hasif Noorhafiz Damahuri | Panel: Air Selangor Berhad | 📍 Breakout Room 2
14:30 AM
1 Hour
[Panel Discussion] Content is King: How AI is Transforming the Future of Learning Design
Panellists: David Anderson, Kelvin Loh, Hasif Noorhafiz | Moderator: Tery Chua | 📍 Breakout Room 2
Track 3 - Blended Delivery Excellence
Themes: Hybrid classrooms • LMS/LXP deployment • Analytics & performance • Blended learning models
10:45 AM
1 Hour
Re-imagining Engagement: How Smart Video Drives Scalable, Blended Learning
Experiences
Speaker: Martin Addison | Panel: Video Arts Group | 📍 Breakout Room 3
11:45 AM
45 Minutes
Delivering Results: The New Age of Blended Learning with Al
Speaker: Sharon Teh | Panel: eLearningMinds Group | 📍 Breakout Room 3
14:00 PM
30 Minutes
Beyond the Classroom: Driving Learning Engagement Through Al and
Blended Methods
Speaker: Christopher Chow | Panel: OCBC Bank Malaysia | 📍 Breakout Room 3
14:30 AM
1 Hour
[Panel Discussion] Reimagining Delivery: From Traditional Training to Tech-Enabled Learning Journeys
Panellists: Martin Addison, Sharon Teh, Christopher Chow | Moderator: TBC | 📍 Breakout Room 3
Common Track - Afternoon Session & Closing
12:30 PM
1 Hour 30 Minutes
Networking Lunch
📍Thyme Café
Booth Visits
📍 Multipurpose Hall
15:30 PM
30 Minutes
Tea Break & Booth Visits
📍 Foyer & Multipurpose Hall
16:00 PM
45 Minutes
Keynote 2: Empowering Malaysia’s Learning Ecosystem: Technology, Talent, and Transformation in the ASEAN Context
Speaker: TBC | Panel: TBC | 📍 Main Auditorium
16:45 PM
15 Minutes
Closing Remarks - Kelvin Loh
Panel: eLearningMinds | 📍 Main Auditorium
17:00 PM
1 Hour
Group Photo, Networking & Farewell
📍 Main Auditorium & Foyer

FAQ

Will sessions be recorded?
Yes. All sessions will be recorded and shared with registered participants.
Are tickets transferable?
No. Each ticket is valid only for the registered individual.
Will meals be provided?
Yes. Lunch, tea breaks, and refreshments are included.

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Dr. Donald H. Taylor

Chair, Learning Technologies U

Donald H Taylor is a globally recognized thought leader in workplace learning and the long-standing Chair of the Learning Technologies Conference in London. With over 30 years of experience in learning and development, he is known for shaping conversations on the future of learning, skills, and technology. Donald is the creator of the influential Global Sentiment Survey, which tracks L&D trends across more than 100 countries. A passionate advocate for impactful learning strategies, he frequently speaks and writes on aligning learning with business outcomes. His keynote brings a global perspective to Asia's rapidly evolving Learn-Tech landscape.

Dominik Mate Kovacs

CEO, Colossyan

Dominik, CEO of Colossyan, is at the forefront of revolutionizing video creation through Al-powered technology. Under his leadership, Colossyan has become a global leader in Al video generation, enabling businesses and educators to create professional videos faster and more affordably. With a background in product innovation and a passion for scaling tech solutions, Dominik has guided Colossyan's expansion into the Asia-Pacific market, making it a key player in modern learning technologies. His commitment to user-centric design and Al accessibility positions him as a visionary leader transforming how content is produced in the digital age

Monir Azzouzi

Group CHRO, Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad

Monir Azzouzi is a forward-thinking leader in Customer and Employee Experience, championing human-centric transformation in HR, learning, and organizational design. With a background in CX across diverse sectors, Monir brings unique insights into aligning employee journeys with business strategy. He is a strong advocate for embedding learning agility, design thinking, and digital enablement into workforce development. His approach bridges EX and CX to build resilient, high-performing cultures. As a sought-after speaker and advisor, Monir empowers HR and L&D leaders to reimagine employee engagement, talent growth, and experience-led innovation in the workplace.

Professor Dr Manivanan Saman

CEO, Asian Banking School

Professor Dr. Manivanan Saman is CEO of the Asian Banking School and a seasoned leader in financial education and leadership development. With over 25 years in academia and industry, he blends scholarly depth with corporate insight to shape future-ready banking talent. His expertise spans strategic human capital, performance transformation, and executive coaching, positioning him at the forefront of developing next-gen leaders for Asia's evolving finance sector.

Dr. Reza Abraham

Co-Founder & CEO, lnControl Group

Dr. Reza Abraham is a Persian author, speaker, and ultra-high-performance coach. He is the founder of lnControl Group and has over 20 years of experience empowering individuals and organizations. Specializing in modern leadership, Dr. Reza has worked with global companies like AJA, Dell, DHL, Honda, KPMG, L 'Orea/, Mazda, McDonald's, and Shell. He authored the bestselling book lnControl, a guide to taking control of one's life and career. Known for his thought leadership, he is a highly sought-after keynote speaker and leadership coach.

Dr. Nurrul Liyana

Head of Talent Development & Engagement

Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC)

Dr. Nurrul Liyana, Head of Talent Development & Engagement at CGC, champions future-fit workforce strategies within Malaysia's financial ecosystem. A passionate advocate of experiential learning and employee engagement, she integrates design thinking and behavioral science to transform organizational culture. Her dynamic leadership and cross-sectoral exposure make her a key voice in advancing talent innovation and learning technologies for the modern workplace.

Christopher Chew

Executive Director, OCBC Bank

Christopher Chew is Executive Director at OCBC Bank, bringing over two decades of strategic leadership across retail, SME, and digital banking in ASEAN markets. With experience spanning customer segmentation, omnichannel transformation, and agile implementation, he has consistently driven innovation and growth. Christopher also actively contributes to industry forums and thought leadership in digital learning for financial services, making him a leading voice in talent development for future-ready banking professionals.

David Anderson

Director, Customer Training at Articulate

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Kelvin Loh

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Sharon Teh

Co-Founder, eLearningMinds

Sharon Teh leads the Platform and Content Libraries Pillar at eLearningMinds Sdn Bhd, promoting intelligent learning platforms and curated content across Southeast Asia. With deep expertise in TalentLMS, eFront, Video Arts, Skilla, and TalentLibrary, she helps organizations streamline delivery and scale content access. Sharon combines strategic insight with hands-on experience to align learning with business goals. She is passionate about enhancing engagement through data-driven personalization and platform optimization. Her leadership is key to helping businesses adopt future-ready learning ecosystems in today's fast-evolving workplace.

Jaxton Cheah

CEO, Asia Learn Hub

Jaxton Cheah is the CEO of Asia Learn Hub Marketplace Pte Ltd and a pioneer in Learn-Tech adoption across Southeast Asia. He leads efforts to modernize workplace learning by integrating hybrid classroom technology, Al video creation, and immersive tools into corporate training. As head of the Learn-Tech pillar, Jaxton empowers organizations with scalable, digital-first solutions. His strategic focus on efficiency, engagement, and accessibility positions him as a key influencer in regional edtech. Jaxton is deeply passionate about building future-ready, tech-enabled learning environments.