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Next Generation Workplace
23 Oct 2026 · Kuala Lumpur · RM98 ONLY
EXECUTIVE PANEL · NETWORKING · RM98
NEXT GENERATION
WORKPLACE
The Future of Talent Acquisition in Kuala Lumpur
DATE
23 October 2026
FRIDAY
EVENT TIME
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Registration 2:30 PM · Program 3:00 PM
VENUE
Xsolla Curine Academy
Kuala Lumpur
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NETWORKING
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Meet HR and business leaders over refreshments
What your RM98 registration includes
EVENT EXPERIENCE
What’s included in your registration
01
Executive Panel
Hear how business, HR and talent leaders are handling hiring today.
02
Global Insights
International views on Gen Z and AI in the workplace.
03
1-Hour Networking
Meet HR and business leaders over refreshments from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
04
Live Q&A
Get answers to the talent questions your organisation is facing.
MEET THE SPEAKERS
Meet the people shaping the conversation.
PANELLIST
Sim Ling KU
AuntyHR
MODERATOR
Zaim Mohzani
Nation Building School
PANELLIST
Daniel Woodroof
Pandan Social
PANELLIST
Nadiah Wan
NineYards Ventures
PANELLIST
Ts. Dr. Manju Appathurai
Mahat Advisory
PANELLIST
Saravanan Karumanan
HR Sense Maker
IN COLLABORATION WITH
Bringing the right people into the room.
Next Generation Workplace brings together people and organisations supporting meaningful conversations around talent, leadership and the future workplace.
VENUE
Xsolla Curine Academy, Kuala Lumpur
4th Floor, INC KL Eco City, 3 Jalan Bangsar,
59200 Kuala Lumpur
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RESERVE YOUR PLACE
RM
98
per person
Join the conversation for RM98.
For HR leaders, talent acquisition professionals and business leaders.
Executive Panel · Global Insights · Live Q&A · 1-Hour Networking · Refreshments
Whether you lead HR, hire talent or run a business, this conversation is for you.
Secure online registration via Billplz.
THE BIG QUESTION
How do organisations attract, engage and retain the next generation of talent?
The workplace is changing faster than many organisations are prepared for. AI is reshaping roles, candidate expectations are evolving, and the way people choose where to work is changing.
Next Generation Workplace is an executive panel and HR networking event in Kuala Lumpur on Friday, 23 October 2026, at Xsolla Curine Academy, INC KL Eco City. Business, HR and talent leaders discuss what these shifts mean for hiring, culture, leadership and retention, followed by an hour of networking over refreshments. Registration is RM98 per person.
MINGLING WITH ENTREPRENEURS
OUR OWN NETWORKING SERIES
WHAT WE'LL DISCUSS
The workplace is changing. The questions are getting bigger.
The discussion will explore how organisations can respond to changing talent expectations, new technology and the realities of building a future-ready workforce.
AI & Talent Acquisition
How AI is changing recruitment, hiring decisions and the skills organisations need.
Changing Workforce Expectations
What the next generation expects from employers, managers and the workplace.
Employer Brand & Candidate Experience
Why the way organisations communicate, recruit and engage talent increasingly shapes hiring success.
Skills-Based Hiring
Moving beyond traditional credentials and focusing on the capabilities organisations actually need.
Leadership & Culture
How leadership style, communication and culture shape engagement and performance.
Retention & Future Workforce
What organisations can do to keep strong talent and build a workforce ready for what comes next.
You'll leave with practical ideas for hiring, engaging and keeping talent, and new contacts facing the same challenges.
ADDITIONAL EVENT INSIGHTS
Keynote and global perspectives on the changing workplace.
Y.Bhg. Datuk Dr. Syed Hussain Syed Husman
Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF)Opening perspective on the changing workforce and what organisations need to consider as talent expectations, technology and the workplace continue to evolve.
VIRTUAL
GLOBAL EXPERT INSIGHT · GEN Z & HR
Laura Bas
Gen Z Expert, Author & International SpeakerA short international perspective on how Gen Z expectations are changing leadership, engagement and the employee experience.
VIRTUAL
TBC
GLOBAL EXPERT INSIGHT · AI & HR
Erik van Vulpen
AI & HR Thought LeaderA short international perspective on how AI is reshaping HR, workforce capabilities and the decisions organisations need to make next.
PROGRAM AGENDA
One afternoon. A focused conversation about the future of talent.
2:30 PM
Registration & Arrival
Arrive, register and settle in before the program begins.
3:00 PM
Welcome & Opening
Welcome, opening remarks and context for the afternoon.
3:10 PM
Keynote Address
An opening perspective on the changing workforce.
3:35 PM
Executive Panel Discussion
The Future of Talent Acquisition.
4:35 PM
Global Expert Insights
International perspectives on Gen Z and AI.
4:45 PM
Audience Q&A
Bring your questions into the conversation.
5:00 PM
Networking & Refreshments
Continue the conversation until 6:00 PM.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions before you register.
Is there an HR networking event in Kuala Lumpur in October 2026?
Yes. Next Generation Workplace: The Future of Talent Acquisition takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026, from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Xsolla Curine Academy, INC KL Eco City, Kuala Lumpur. It includes a keynote, an executive panel, live Q&A and an hour of networking. Registration is RM98 per person.
Who should attend Next Generation Workplace?
The event is designed for HR and people leaders, talent acquisition professionals, business leaders, L&D professionals, recruitment and organisational development professionals, and HR practitioners.
What does the RM98 registration include?
Your registration includes the executive panel discussion, global expert insights, audience Q&A, and the networking session with refreshments.
What time should I arrive?
Guest arrival and registration begins at 2:30 PM. The program starts at 3:00 PM, followed by networking and refreshments from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Where is the event held?
Xsolla Curine Academy, 4th Floor, INC KL Eco City, 3 Jalan Bangsar, 59200 Kuala Lumpur. A Google Maps link is provided in the venue section above.
How do I get there by LRT or car?
By train, take the LRT Kelana Jaya Line or KTM Komuter to Abdullah Hukum station, which connects to KL Eco City. By car, park at INC KL Eco City or Mercu 2 and take the lift to the 4th floor. From Mid Valley, use the covered link bridge from The Gardens Mall.
Can my company register more than one attendee?
Yes. For company or group attendance, contact GOFLEX EVENTS and the team can assist with the appropriate registration arrangement.
What is the cancellation or refund policy?
Event registrations are subject to GOFLEX EVENTS' Cancellation & Refund Policy. Please review the policy before completing payment.
READY TO JOIN?
Join the conversation. 23 October 2026 · RM98.
Register now, or contact GOFLEX EVENTS if you need help with company or group attendance.
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