Dr. Rafidah Aga
Poon
Johari
Abu Hassan
Saro Sariki
Tajudin Md Ninggal
Abd Rahman
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[What We Offer]
WE BRING THE BEST INSIGHT & INPUT FOR YOU
Unlock peak performance without burnout at the International Work-Life Balance Forum 2025.
- Gain actionable strategies for leaders and teams
- Bring back insights to boost productivity and growth
- Connect with top-performing, like-minded achievers
Your leaders leave inspired, equipped, and ready to grow your organization.
IWLBF
[The Founder]
Welcome To The Visionary Work-Life Balance Forum 2025
“Since 2017, the International Work Life Balance Forum has been a yearly space where leaders and professionals pause, reflect, and realign. As a work–life balance coach, I see this forum as more than an event — cause we come together not just to share strategies for success, but to rediscover balance, purpose, and the kind of growth that sustains us in both work and life.”
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[Media, Digital Partner & Supporting Partner]
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Speakers
Our Speakers
Who's Speaking?
Engage with the nation’s best corporate minds.
Discover ideas that spark lasting balance and success!
Datin Dr Hasnorliza Abu Hassan
[Founder of IWLBF & ADLA Group Sdn Bhd]
The founder and the visionary of IWLBF since 2015, a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, certified professional trainer, and organizational & industrial psychologist specializing in work-life balance, leadership development, and personal growth. With a strong foundation in human behavior and workplace psychology, she empowers professionals and organizations to achieve clarity, resilience, and sustainable success.
Hajah Mahuran Saro Dato’ Haji Sariki
[Vice President Group Research, Development & Policy, And Malaysian Professional Talent, TalentCorp Group of Companies]
Having begun her career in 1992 with the Ministry of Human Resources, she has more than 20 years of experience in human resources management and has a wide knowledge and experience in human capital strategy & development as well as industrial relation management.
Prof Datuk Dr. Mohd Tajudin Md Ninggal
[Vice President/Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic & Research) OUM]
A trailblazing Licensed Professional Counselor, counseling psychologist, and global thought leader in mental health, leadership, and human potential, brings over 35 years of transformative impact across education, government, corporate, and community sectors.
Norafizah Abd Rahman
[Deputy CEO, Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC)]
Over 25 years of experience in strategic operations, business development, and MICE industry leadership to IWLBF2025. As a dynamic and visionary leader, she has played a key role in positioning MITEC as a world-class venue — earning global recognition as the World’s Leading Meetings & Conference Centre 2024.
Zainariah Johari
[Group CEO of MyCreative Ventures & Board of Directors of the National Academy of Arts, Culture, and Heritage (ASWARA)]
Malaysian industry veteran known for her extensive experience in the creative industry, where she led efforts to empower the nation’s creative economy. She also served as the Head of Arts, Culture and Public Spaces at Yayasan Hasanah, a foundation under Khazanah Nasional Berhad, where she launched impactful initiatives like “Cultural Frontliners”.
Dr Milan LaBrey
[TEDx Speaker and the Founder of TAEI Academy (The Advancement of Empathy & Integrity)]
With over 20 years of experience in emotional intelligence, values-based leadership, and human development, she is widely recognised for her “Soul Operating Procedure (SOP) for Life” framework — a practical guide to living and leading with authenticity and purpose. As the Global Chair for Values & Volunteerism at G100, Dr. Milan actively champions empathy, integrity, and conscious leadership, empowering individuals and organisations worldwide to create meaningful, sustainable
Professor Dr. Rafidah Aga Mohd Jaladin
[Associate Professor, University Malaya]
28 years of experience as a professional practitioner-trainer in psychology and counselling at various work setting, she has educated and trained diverse client populations including, school and college students, corporate staff, and local communities.
Dr. Stephen Poon
[Associate Professor, School of Management & Business MILA University]
Stephen is a social creative catalyst with a unique worldview, shaped by a rich multicultural background and extensive experience across Europe. His insights and versatile approach to social change and environmental stewardship bring valuable perspectives to the field of circularity and sustainability.
Zaid Mohamad
[CEO Smart Parents & Zaid Mohamad Academy]
A best-selling author, columnist, speaker, and trainer specializing in leadership, career success, parenting, and family effectiveness.
Low Ngai Yuen
[Managing Director of AEON360]
A multiple award-winning workaholic is now the Group Chief Merchandise and Marketing Officer for AEON Co. (M) Berhad. Also a passionate entrepreneur, she supports causes around the arts, culture, blended learning, access to technology and sustainability. Yuen also sits as an independent director contributing to 2 public listed companies; GDEX Berhad and OCK Group Berhad.
Mrs. Shikha Kedia Bharadwaj
[Entrepreneur, Author, Speaker | Founder/CEO of BitQuest Sdn Bhd]
A seasoned entrepreneur and the CEO of BitQuest, a global digital marketing agency with offices in Malaysia, India, and Australia. With over 15 years in the industry, she’s built her business from the ground up —starting by doing everything herself, from receptionist to CEO and everything in between.
Ts. Dr. Norsaidatul Akmar Mazelan
[Founder/CEO ThinkPlus Group of Companies]
The visionary leader that has been involved in international business relating to promoting innovative products and services (manpower professional services, training and consultancy) to the Gulf Countries, Central Asia, Africa and also South East Asia, also providing consultation and advisory on Sustainability Project Management programs for Industry, Government, Universities, Polytechnics, Schools, Cooperatives and NGOs.
Fetty Azizah
[Senior Advisor Bower Groups Asia (Indonesia)]
A seasoned advisor and consultant in public policy, crisis management, and corporate risk mitigation, with over 20 years of experience working with both private sector companies and government organizations. Her diverse experience and expertise make her a sought-after speaker on topics related to public policy, politics, crisis management, and entrepreneurship.
Hjh Zainab M A Omar
[Founder/President of HR Society (Brunei)]
She has over 40 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, having worked internationally in Oman, Qatar, the UK, Netherlands, Norway, and the ASEAN region. A homegrown talent, she built an impressive career with BSP, BLNG, Petroleum Development Oman, Qatar Gas, and the Ministry of Energy. Passionate about developing future leaders, she supports youth and women through platforms like YPN, Global Shapers, Brunei Young Leaders Conferences, APWINC IDEAS Project (2024–2026),
Emiliawati Zainol
[Managing Director Q3 Management Solution Sdn Bhd]
An award-winning consultancy specialising in sustainability, human resources, and corporate governance. Under her leadership, Q3Solutions has received the ESG Positive Impact Award 2022 and was named Gold Winner for DEI Initiatives. She also founded e-farmasi.com.my, expanding access to over-the-counter medicines across Malaysia.
Siva Seenivasan
[Founder/Managing Director Sharmee Human Solutions Sdn. Bhd.]
A highly sought-after professional speaker and a respected authority on the DISC behaviour model. He speaks passionately on decoding the secrets of human behaviour to accelerate organisational performance. In his sessions, Siva shares powerful insights and case studies from his over 30 years of experience as a Strategic People Leader and Professional Speaker to inspire his audience to greater heights.
S Hamidah Binte S Abdullah Bahashwan
[Founder, Chief of Happy Heart Therapy and Mediation]
A dynamic and engaging speaker who has trained thousands of couples, parents and adult in the making (children and teens) in personal effectiveness, mental resilience, emotional and socio-spiritual intelligence. Throughout her working life she has interesting and colourful career ranging from teaching to professional in Social and Community Service. She is an active long-life learner currently pursuing Islamic Psychology and Traditional Islamically Integrated
Dr. Becky Low
[Founder & President Be Glow Consultancy (Singapore)]
Former Regional and Global HR Leader of TikTok, Facebook, Bloomberg, and Huawei; Secretary General, Malaysia Independent Directors Association.
Also a globally respected board advisor and strategic leader with over 30 years of experience driving enterprise-wide business and HR transformations across multinational corporations. Her dual perspective from both in-house leadership roles and consulting and outsourcing environments equips her with a unique ability to align strategy with
Mr. Kabenesh Eliathamby
[CEO Malaysian Insitution Of Management (MIM)]
With over 15 years of professional experience, he has shown exceptional leadership and innovative skills that thrusted his career into where he is today. As a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), he has paved an illustrious career in finance and MIM is poised to embark on a journey of continued growth, innovation, and success, ensuring a bright and prosperous future for all stakeholders involved.
Dr. Nik Nasyrah Nek Mohamad
[Consultant Psychiatrist, KPJ Damansara Specialist Hospital]
A Consultant Psychiatrist specializing in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders, with a focus on substance use disorders. She has experience with post-graduate clinical training at the University Malaya Medical Centre and Hospital Tuanku Ja’afar.
Haslina Taib
[Co-Founder, Borneo Economic Community]
A visionary leader with a mission, also currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Dynamik Technologies, Brunei Darussalam’s leading IT company, where she has led strategic growth and transformation for over 17 years. A pioneer in digital transformation, Haslina has spearheaded numerous groundbreaking initiatives that have modernized public services and strengthened Brunei’s position in the regional technology landscape.
Dr. Nazrul Azizi
[Senior Researcher & Licensed Counselor, UNIKL Business School]
A certified mental health professional, psychologist, and registered counselor with extensive expertise in mental health care, education, research, corporate, and industrial sectors. Recently appointed to the Board for the Promotion of Mental Health by Malaysia’s Ministry of Health (2024-2026), he has been a dedicated academic, researcher, and contributor to corporate and industrial advancements since 2014.
Malynda Tan
[Founding Partner at Malynda, Mak & Partners]
An Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2016. Prior to co-founding the firm, Malynda Tan was an associate in a firm recommended by The Legal 500, Asialaw Profiles and IFLR 1000. Her primary areas of practice are general litigation, employment disputes, family law and matrimonial matters, contractual disputes, defamation, land acquisition, tort of negligence, debt recovery, corporate and commercial litigation.
Fong Chai Lee
[CEO / Founder Famsy Sdn Bhd]
The founder and CEO of Famsy, one of Southeast Asia’s leading custom gifts and merchandise companies. Under her leadership, Famsy has grown from a small startup into a multimillion-ringgit enterprise serving both B2B and B2C markets, with a strong presence across Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia.
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PRESS & MEDIA
Moments from the International Work-Life Balance Forum 2025, where ideas, innovation, and inspiration meet.
"Employees need to strive for work-life balance - Women's ministry"
News Strait Times – 31 Oct 2017
"Berhenti kerja fokus pada keluarga"
Berita Harian – 31 Oct 2017
"Wanita berkerjaya perlu seimbangkan pengurusan keluarga"
Berita Harian – 2 Nov 2018
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What's Included?
This forum equips high achievers with strategies to sustain success without sacrificing well-being. Learn from those who’ve been there and done it.
RM
99
[Virtual @ Zoom Meeting]
Non HRD Corp Claimable
IWLBF Online Forum Access
Keynotes Session By International Thought Leaders
Strategic Dialogues On Leadership & Balance
Practical Frameworks For Corporate & Personal Success
On-Demand Replay Access (within 30 days)
IWLBF Certificate
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399
[Onsite @ Corus Hotel, KL]
Non HDR Corp Claimable
IWLBF Forum Access
Keynotes Session By International Thought Leaders
Strategic Dialogues On Leadership & Balance
Networking Session & IWLBF Gift Bag
Breakfast, Lunch & Coffee Break
Practical Frameworks For Corporate Personal Success
IWLBF Certificate
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599
[Onsite HRDC Claimable @ Corus Hotel, KL]
HRD Corp Claimable
IWLBF Forum Access
Keynotes Session By International Thought Leaders
Strategic Dialogues On Leadership & Balance
Networking Session & IWLBF Gift Bag
Breakfast, Lunch & Coffee Break
Practical Frameworks For Corporate Personal Success
IWLBF Certificate
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