2025 JUDGE'S PROFILE

Anish Lalchandani
Global Head of Talent Management
A.P. Moller – Maersk
Anish Lalchandani is the author of the bestselling book The Skills Advantage: A Human-Centered, Sustainable, and Scalable Approach to Reskilling, a comprehensive guide to future-proofing organizations through human-centered strategies. With over 24 years of experience at leading firms like A.P. Moller Maersk, General Electric, and Standard Chartered Bank, Anish has developed extensive expertise in talent development, organizational transformation, and leadership strategy.
Anish is widely regarded as a leading voice in the field of human resources and is a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD an ICF-certified coach, and a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA, England). A sought-after speaker, his thought-provoking talks on reskilling and future work trends inspire audiences across the globe.
Based in Singapore for 18 years, Anish brings a unique global perspective shaped by his career across Asia, Europe, and the U.S.
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Anish Lalchandani
Global Head of Talent Management
A.P. Moller – Maersk

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Gareth Poh
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Jia Mun Loon
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Florence Tan
Head of Singapore HR, Global Ops
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Jonathan Joo
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Azrina Mansor
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Sameen Khan
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Grey Global

Jayaram Philkana
Group CHRO
Indorama Corporation

Aaron Lim
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International SOS

Allan Chong
Deputy Director of Talent Attraction and Acquisition
Nanyang Technological University Singapore

Tina Sharma
Lead, People and Culture for Asia
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Woei Woei Goh
Deputy Director – Talent Acquisition
National University of Singapore

Gerard Lai
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Parkway College (IHH Healthcare)

Julia Koh
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Sunningdale Tech