Future of Work Week Day 2: Workplace Wellness

Mukta is a Human Resources Professional with 26+ years of experience in multiple industries and locations in APAC. Starting her career with Essar group in Mumbai, India, after completing Masters in Management Studies, she worked in Tata TD Waterhouse Securities/Tata TDW Asset Management, before joining Ogilvy and Mather as Talent Head for Mumbai, Advertising. In 2006, she joined Societe Generale in Mumbai as Head of HR for India and has been with them for the last 18+ years. She worked in Hong Kong as Regional Head of Talent Development and Inclusion since 2010 and as Head of HR for SEA for Societe Generale in Singapore for 4 years, before being appointed as the CHRO for Societe Generale, APAC, now based in Hong Kong. She is a Certified Coach (ACC) accredited by International Coaching Federation. She is also a Global Fellow in Talent Management by Wharton University and a Global Talent Management Leader with certification in Diversity and Inclusion, MBTI, FIRO B, Experiential Learning, HR Audit, Competency Mapping and Leadership Development. She is a published author with 4 books till now- Wanton Thoughts, 3:15 PM- Musings in Hong Kong, Whimsical Times and Criss Cross- A Medley of Thoughts. She is based in Hong Kong and is fluent in English and Hindi.

Rupert is Senior Managing Director for PageGroup’s Greater China business. After graduating, Rupert spent five years in technical and commercial positions in the industrial sector. On joining Michael Page in the UK, Rupert was responsible for setting up our industrial practices, relocating to China in 2011. After moving to China, based in Beijing and Shanghai, Rupert led various businesses for the Group, focusing on delivering the right culture, local leadership depth and operational capability, in order to deliver the best possible customer experience. Under his leadership, PageGroup’s mainland China business grew rapidly and today consists of specialists with coverage across most corporate functions and industry sectors for executive to management level hiring. Services it offered include search & selection, interim/contracting solutions and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO). In July 2023, Rupert relocated to Hong Kong with his family, taking on an expanded role as the leader of Greater China. Looking to the future, Rupert and his team are also making significant investments including applying innovative technology and digital products to enhance our customer experience, as well as best practice relating to DEI and ESG to drive social impact, with a view to achieving sustained high-performance for our customers and communities.

Stella Sung is the Senior Vice President, Head of People Solutions – North Asia at Lockton, the world’s largest private broker firm. Stella has more than 20 years of industry experience in health, benefits and wellbeing. Her expertise includes business development, sales and marketing, strategic planning and healthcare consulting. Prior to joining Lockton, Stella served as sales and distribution director of Bupa Asia Limited responsible for leading growth across all distribution channels in corporate and individual. Stella also held senior positions with Cigna, AIA Hong Kong, Aon and Mercer. Stella actively collaborates with Social Ventures Hong Kong on innovating social changes.

Soundari Mukherjea is a distinguished Business Storytelling coach, renowned for her unique ability to weave the power of storytelling into the fabric of business communication. With a diverse international portfolio spanning Hong Kong, the Middle East, and India, she excels in deepening client engagement and fostering strong relationships across various sectors, including banking, consulting, and legal firms. Her expertise in behavioral skills programs has made her a sought-after figure in professional circles. With a rich background spanning over 30 years in Finance, Operations, Banking, and Entrepreneurship, Soundari offers a tapestry of insights and experiences through her Leadership Consultancy specializing in Business Storytelling, Culture Building, Personal Branding, and Future Work Skills. Soundari's approach is deeply rooted in her understanding of organizational dynamics, driving her passion for enhancing workplace humanity through storytelling. She is a dynamic facilitator, speaker and educator, having led sessions and discussions on topics like Building a Culture of Innovation, Connecting the dots between DEIB and Business outcomes, Personal Branding, Networking, and Overcoming Unconscious Bias at esteemed institutions and HR forums. As a Visiting Faculty at IIM Kozhikode, Plaksha University, Shoolini University, Session leader at IIT, Bombay, AIMA, UPES, Open University of Hong Kong, Soundari integrates her rich practical experience with academic rigor. Her commitment to empowering the Startup ecosystem and supporting women in career transitions highlights her dedication to fostering inclusive growth and opportunity. Soundari's unique blend of skills, experiences, and empathetic approach makes her an invaluable asset to any program or project she is part of. She holds her bachelor’s in commerce, a professional qualification in Cost and Works Accounting, and an MBA from IIM Calcutta, which complements her practical acumen. She recently completed a Women on Boards program through Aspire for Her in association with AWE and US Consulate Mumbai. When she is not working with Clients, chatting with her children/family/friends or reading books, you will find her at the tennis court or working on a pottery wheel.

Nicole is the co-founder of Sophia, Asia’s only female-focused financial education platform for the financial services sector and corporates and their female employees and customers. Nicole is also the founder Next Chapter Raise, Asia’s first digital education platform focused on funding for women business owners. Prior to her current ventures, Nicole spent 12 years at PricewaterhouseCoopers, where she worked on Capital Markets Advisory services across Europe and Asia. She has also actively contributed to women's empowerment initiatives, having served on the Australian Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee and the Women Entrepreneurs Network Board and is a regular speaker on women and their money. Nicole most recently won Tatler’s Front & Female Award 2023 for empowering women in HK. Nicole's unwavering passion lies in enabling women to take control of their financial journey and shape their own future. Through her work in financial education, she strives to bring more wealth into the hands of women, empowering them to own their financial narratives. www.sophiawomen.com www.nextchapterraise.com/

Dr Sharmeen Shroff is an experienced clinical psychologist, corporate mental health trainer and the founder of Central Minds, a Hong Kong based private psychology practice. With over 20 years experience, Dr Shroff has dedicated her career to promoting mental health, both for individuals and organisations. In addition to her clinical and corporate work, Dr Shroff is a respected speaker and thought leader in the field of clinical and workplace mental health. She acts as a clinical advisor to the Zubin Foundation and City Mental Health Alliance, Hong Kong and is listed as a Woman To Watch by The Women's Foundation Hong Kong and The 30% Club.