SME HR Conference 2025

Empowering Malaysian SMEs to Success

The Organiser

Principal Partner

Venue Partner

Platinum Sponsor

Supporting Partner

16 Speakers, 18 Impactful Sessions, 300+ Attendees 16 Speakers, 18 Impactful Sessions, 300+ Attendees 16 Speakers, 18 Impactful Sessions, 300+ Attendees 16 Speakers, 18 Impactful Sessions, 300+ Attendees

This isn’t just another event, its your opportunity to gain real solutions and connection to today’s toughest challenges in HR, talent management, and business growth.

After 20 years of empowering nearly 1,000 companies through our conferences, we’re proud to launch a brand-new program crafted specifically for SMEs.

This program is approved under the HRD Corp Claimable Courses scheme.

Fresh strategies

Actionable insights

Real-world results

The Concept

The Theory Behind This Conference

This conference helps fix your business from the inside out. We start with strong HR and people foundations, then build on culture, leadership, and the right tools like tech and automation — turning your team into the real superheroes of your business.

Event Schedule

DAY 1

Morning Fix the Foundation

Muhamad Sharulnizam Bin Mohd Roni

Senior Associate-RDS Advocates & Solicitors

Trade Union Pluralism in Malaysia: Opportunity or Operational Risk for SMEs?

Mr. Dharmen Sivalingam

Managing Partner of DSP and Partners

Workplace Misconduct & Termination-Managing Business Risk

Dr Victor SL Tan

Managing Director - KL Strategic Change Consulting Group

SME Dilemma: Resources vs Resourcefulness

Mr. Roshan Thiran

Founder- Leaderonomics

Leadership in the Age of AI

Mr. Simon Benjamin

- President of MilHRM

HR Ops, Compliance & Chaos - What SMEs Are Doing Right (and Wrong) (Panel Discussion)

Afternoon From Systems to People

Puan Jasmiza Jamalluddin

Principal Consultant and Trainer- Jasmiza Solutions Sdn Bhd.

Manpower Optimization: Getting the Most from Every Role

Mohd Farid Shah Mohd Basir

Chief People Officer of MBSB Bank Berhad

Capacity and Capability Building - A Smart Talent Development Tactic

Mr Kolit Singh

Vice President - Culture Transformations & Projects FGV Holdings Berhad

Non-Monetary Rewards That Work - Driving Motivation Without Costly Perks

Segar Jeyatsingh

CEO-Leaderonomics

Boss to Coach: The Leadership Transition that SMEs should Embrace

Mr. Simon Benjamin

President of MilHRM

People, Performance & Productivity
- How Top SMEs Are Winning (Panel Discussion)

Event Schedule - Day 2

DAY 2

Morning Culture & People

Mr. Gil Carmo

Co-Founder/CEO of iMotorbike

Case Study 1: Culture as a Growth Engine - How it Scaled Through People - First Values

En. Wan Muzamir Fitri Che Wan

COO of Sterling Insurance Brokers

Case Study 2: The Sterling Performance Management Matrix - Driving Performance Through Rewards

Riccardo Boratti

CEO Menz & Gasser Asia (KL) Sdn. Bhd

Case Study 3: Menz & Gasser's Italian Roots Took Hold on Malaysian Soil

Mr. Alun Evans

CEO of Antipodean Group of Companies

Case Study 4: Brewing Success - The Antipodean Story on People, Culture, Growth and Grit

Afternoon Business Strategy

Mr. Jeremy Lim Wei Chang

Chief Business Officer / Director ENVO BPO Services

Case Study 5: The Next Chapter Transitioning from Family Business to a Corporation

Mr. Anand Nadason

Head of Strategy and Integration PIK Films

Case Study 6: From Founder to Future Succession Planning for PIK and Sustainable Growth

Mr. Well Kam Lian Hooi

Founder/Director of VA Partners

Case Study 7: An Experiential Sharing of Organisation Development (OD) Journey towards Corporate Success for SMEs & Beyond.

Mr. David KY Chua

Founder of Vertex Mastery

Case Study 8: Beyond Blue Oceans - Charting the Path to White Sand Innovation

Morning Session - DAY 1

FIX THE FOUNDATION.

Get Your Foundation Right: Bulletproof Contracts

Exploring the core reasons for HR failures in SMEs.

Managing Misconduct Before It Destroys You

Proactive strategies for handling workplace issues.

Costs vs. Value: Outsourcing HR

A deep-dive into building in-house vs. external teams.

The AI Automation Cheatcode for SMEs

Leveraging technology that actually works for you.

HR Ops, Compliance & Chaos

What SMEs are doing right (and wrong).

Panel Discussion

Afternoon Session - DAY 1

FROM SYSTEM TO PEOPLE.

Manpower Optimization

Getting the absolute most from every role in your company.

Capacity & Capability Building

A smart and effective tactic for talent development.

Non-Monetary Rewards That Work

How to drive motivation without costly perks.

From Boss to Coach

A practical guide to building leaders in every corner.

People, Performance & Productivity

Panel discussion on how top SMEs are winning.

Panel Discussion

Morning Session - DAY 2

CULTURE & PEOPLE.

Case Study 1: Culture as a Growth Engine

How to Scale Through People – First Values

Case Study 2: The Sterling Performance Matrix

Driving Performance Through Rewards

Case Study 3: Menz & Gasser’s Italian Roots

How They Took Hold on Malaysian Soil

Case Study 4: Brewing Success

The Antipodean Story on People, Culture, Growth and Grit

Afternoon Session - DAY 2

BUSINESS STRATEGY.

Case Study 5: The Next Chapter

Transitioning from Family Business to a Corporation

Case Study 6: From Founder to Future

Succession Planning for PIK and Sustainable Growth

Case Study 7: Legacy to Listing Journey

From a Family Business to IPO

Case Study 8: Beyond Blue Oceans

Charting the Path to White Sand Innovation

DAY 3 (Early-Bird Bonus)

Only First 50 Participants

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FREE DAY 3 PREMIUM WORKSHOP

"Protecting Your Business from Employment-Related Risks & Challenges" (Worth RM3,000)

FREE HR BOOK

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Expert Insights

Meet Our Esteemed Speakers

Learn from industry pioneers and visionary leaders who are shaping the future of business. Our speakers bring a wealth of experience and groundbreaking ideas directly to you.

Mr. Muhamad Sharulnizam Bin Mohd Roni

Senior Associate RDS Advocates & Solicitors

Mr. Dharmen Sivalingam

Managing Partner of DSP and Partners

Dr. Victor Tan

Managing Director – KL Strategic Change Consulting Group

Mr. Roshan Thiran

Founder Leaderonomics

Mr. Well Kam Lian Hooi

Founder/Director of VA Partners

Puan Jasmiza Jamalluddin

Principal Consultant & Trainer – Jasmiza
Solutions Sdn Bhd.

Mr. Mohd Farid Shah Mohd Basir

Chief People Officer of MBSB Bank Berhad

Mr Koljit Singh

Vice President- Culture Transformations & Projects, FGV Holdings Berhad

Mr. Segar Jeyatsingh

CEO Leaderonomics

Mr. Anand Nadason

Head of Strategy and Integration, PIK Films

Mr. Wan Muzamir Fitri Che Wan

COO of Sterling Insurance Brokers

Mr. Riccardo Boratti

CEO Menz & Gasser Asia (KL) Sdn. Bhd

Mr. Alun Evans

CEO of Antipodean Group of Companies

Mr. Jeremy Lim Wei Chang

Chief Business Officer and Directorof ENVO BPO Services

Mr. Gil Carmo

Co-Founder/CEO of iMotorbike

Mr. Simon Benjamin

President of MIHRM

Mr. David KY Chua

Founder of Vertex Mastery

Ms. Rajeswari Karupiah

Sr. Partner of RDS Advocates and Solicitors

Mr. Low Huoi Seong

Founder/Chief Coach of Opening Minds

Why Choose Us?

What Makes This Conference Different

Built for real-world business leaders, this masterclass combines strategic insights with actionable tools. We go beyond surface-level discussions to address deep-rooted issues in HR, leadership, and operational growth.

Core-First Approach

Built from the inside out

Conversational Experience

Feels like a conversation, not a seminar

Grounded Strategy

Strategic, but grounded

2-DAY SME HR CONFERENCE

(TOTAL VALUE: RM3,500)

NOW ONLY RM2,500

Learn directly from industry experts

Fix your team & business structure

Apply real strategies from case studies

Offer extended until 31st July 2025

For further information, contact us:

Ms. Stephanie Choo: 012 3218891

Mr. Fahmy: 010 2267515

Group Deal

Bring 3 or more participants and enjoy additional discounts! Take this chance to fix your business from the inside out.

What Our Attendees Say

"A truly insightful conference. The session on AI in talent acquisition was a game-changer for our strategy. Well-organized and incredibly relevant."

Siti Aisyah Abdullah

HR Director, Petronas Digital

"IHR events consistently deliver. The networking opportunities were invaluable, and the speakers were top-notch. I left with a notebook full of actionable ideas."

Tan Wei Ling

Head of People & Culture, Maybank

"The focus on HR metrics and analytics this year was exactly what my team needed. The practical workshops made complex topics easy to understand and apply."

Kumaravel A/L Murugan

Senior Talent Manager, Axiata Group

"An exceptional event that raises the bar for HR conferences in the region. The quality of content and the seamless execution were impressive. Highly recommended."

Isabelle Lim Hooi Yen

CHRO, Sunway Group

"As an HR professional, it's crucial to stay ahead of trends. This event provided the perfect platform. The minimalist approach to the venue was refreshing."

Muhammad Hafiz Razak

HR Business Partner, AirAsia

Past event

20 Years in industry

2004

Best HR Practices
2005

Can HR Enhance Organizational Performance
2006

The Future of HRM
2007

Re-Branding HRM as the Brand of Choice
2008

Talent Management
2009

HR Measurement and Metrics

Our Milestones

Executed a major HR diagnosis and rightsizing for an international firm, achieving 62% reduction in staffing.

2016

2015

Held Malaysia's largest IR Convention and restructured a major company with over 1,400 staff.

Won Bronze for "Best Payroll Outsourcing Partner" & introduced the first HR Insurance with 100k coverage.

2014

2012

Conducted HR transformation for a large holding company and initiated the 'Art & Science' training series.

Provided Learning, Development, and Outsourcing for a major pharmaceutical company.

2006

2005

Delivered HR Training program for a major telecommunications company.

Streamlined Manpower Costing & Optimisation for a Publishing Company.

2004

2001

Conducted a business process re-engineering project for a Securities Company.

Managed a major downsizing project for an international company based in Malaysia.

1998

1996

Established Malaysia's first HR Payroll Outsourcing company. Supramaniam Ramasamy established i-HR Consulting Sdn Bhd.

Company that join

Made for the leader

HR Managers

Align people, policy, and performance.

Business Owner/Founder

Build structure through people and strategy.

CEO/C-suites

Drive change with talent and leadership.

Areas of Focus

Compliance & Labour Law Support

HR Documentation

HR Advisory & Guidance

Hiring & Onboarding

Employee Relations & Industrial Relations Consultations

Payroll Processing

Strategic HR Planning for Growth

Additional Details

HR Landscape of Malaysian SMEs

Technology, AI, and Business

Talent Attraction and Business Success

Legal Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Performance Management

Employee Development and Advancement

The Real Case Studies

Impactful Conference 2025 – FAQ

What is the Malaysian’s Impactful Conference 2025 about?

This conference focuses on practical HR, people, and business strategies to help Malaysian SMEs achieve sustainable success.

Who should attend this conference?

Ideal for HR Managers, C-Suites, Business Owners, and Founders looking to level up their people and business strategies.

When and where is the conference held?

Held in 8-9 September 2025, from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm over 2+1 days. Refer to the event page for venue details.

Is the conference HRD Corp claimable?

Yes, it is HRD Corp claimable.

What is included with the registration?

Access to all sessions, 16 expert speakers, exclusive workshops, and networking opportunities.

Are there any early-bird bonuses?

Yes! First 50 participants receive a FREE premium workshop (worth RM3,000), a HR book, exclusive merchandise, and access to a BBQ & networking session.

How do I register for the conference?

Please fill out the registration form, and we will contact you.

Is there a special discount for group registrations?

Yes. Call Ms. Stephanie for discounts if you have more than 3 participants.

What makes this conference different from others?

It’s interactive, strategic, and filled with real business frameworks and actionable tools—not just theory.

Who can I contact for more information?

Call or WhatsApp Ms.Stephanie at +6012-321 8891 or Mr Fahmy at +60 10-226 7515 for more info.

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