Shining Bright: Meet the Winners and Runner-ups of HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025

The prestigious HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025 finalised its winners on January 7, 2026, recognising outstanding achievements in the field of human resources. Winners demonstrated exceptional practices and leadership in various HR categories. The following are the winners of HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025: Category Winner Runner-up (Gold Award) Employer of Choice FDM Group – […]
Sid Bhasin: Scaling HR with purpose and precision

When you talk to Sid Bhasin, you immediately sense that his view of HR is very different from what most of us are used to. He sees HR as a powerful engine that can shape organizational agility, culture, and long-term capability. For him, HR is not a support unit. It is a strategic product and […]
The nomination and judging process: 2025 HR Stars Awards Singapore

Welcome to the HR Stars Awards 2025 (Singapore), where excellence in human resources is recognised and celebrated. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the nomination and judging processes, ensuring participants are well-prepared to enter and potentially clinch one of these prestigious awards. Mark your calendars, as we guide you through each key date and […]
Nitin Goil: Restoring workplaces where both people and performance thrive

He didn’t plan to write a book or start a movement. It began, as he says, “over a casual conversation over coffee more than 2 years ago.” That chat between Nitin and his ex-colleague and friend, Sebastian Anthony, became the spark behind The Restored Organization and Restoration Labs. Both had witnessed the toll of toxic […]
Building a talent economy where people create value

The world of work is changing faster than many organisations can keep up with — and for Eddie Lee, this wasn’t a future problem. It was already happening. That’s what sparked the beginning of the Future of Talent Economy (FOTE) Network. He tells me, “The idea for Future of Talent Economy (FOTE) Network emerged from […]
K. Thivenathan: “The last mile of HR is human”

For someone who says they “stumbled into HR,” Thivi’s journey doesn’t sound accidental at all—it sounds intentional, human, and built on a simple belief: people want clarity, recognition, and purpose. Not surprises. He’s spent nearly 30 years moving across Malaysia, Singapore, the USA, China, Taiwan and industries like semiconductors and FMCG, and at the heart […]
Meet the minds shaping tomorrow’s workplaces: The Judges of HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025

The HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025 brings together a panel of judges who embody the future of work. They are not just evaluating entries; they’re defining what HR leadership means in an era shaped by technology, empathy, and transformation. These leaders have built careers on reshaping how organisations attract, develop, and inspire their people. From […]
Kevin Chua: Shaping purposeful leadership through people

Some leaders find purpose through achievement; others, through the difference they make in people’s lives. For Kevin Chua, Chief Human Resources Officer at United World College South East Asia, purpose has been the compass guiding his every career move — from corporate giants in MedTech, Pharma, and Energy, to his current role in education. “I […]
Jennie Lim: Anchoring HR in purpose and education

Every HR leader has a story, but for Jennie Lim, it’s a story rooted in people and purpose. Her career has taken her through education, media, and hospitality, but it was international education that gave her the strongest sense of alignment. “My HR journey has spanned education, media, and hospitality, but the defining moment came […]
Celebrating the 2024 HR Stars Awards Winners in Singapore

The HR Stars Awards Singapore 2024 shone a spotlight on organisations and leaders who set the benchmark for HR excellence. From innovative training and wellness programmes to inclusive workplace strategies and visionary leadership, last year’s winners showcased how HR continues to evolve and make an impact on people and businesses alike. Here’s a look back […]
Nominations now open for HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025

Chief of Staff Asia is delighted to announce that nominations are now open for the highly anticipated HR Stars Awards Singapore 2025. This esteemed programme celebrates excellence and innovation in human resources across the Singapore, offering a unique regional perspective on the industry’s best practices and achievements. The HR Stars Awards Singapore is already a […]
Nominations opening soon and call for judges: 2025 HR Stars Awards Singapore

The 2025 HR Stars Awards Singapore is set to return, bringing renewed focus to the organisations and HR leaders who continue to raise the standard of people practices across the country. With nominations opening soon, the Awards invite the HR community to prepare to share the initiatives that have shaped stronger, more inclusive, and more […]