19th Singapore HR Awards: Teaser Preview
The 19th Singapore HR Awards 2026

The 19th Singapore HR Awards 2026

Awards Ceremony

The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, Grand Ballroom (Level 1)
30 September 2026

Nominations Closed
500
Attendees
10
Nominated Categories
3
Special Awards
Singapore's Most Respected
HR Recognition

Organised by the Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI), the Singapore HR Awards recognise organisations and individuals that have made a meaningful difference to their people and workplaces. Now in its 19th edition, the awards celebrate HR practice that is grounded, strategic, and genuinely impactful.

For the organisations and practitioners honoured each year, recognition is both an acknowledgement of what has been built and an encouragement to continue building it. The awards are also a valuable benchmarking exercise. A strong nomination process helps organisations step back, evaluate what they have built, identify where evidence is strongest or weakest, and compare their efforts against practices emerging across the wider HR community.

The process itself can surface useful insights for leaders, HR teams, and business partners. Even for organisations that do not proceed to the final stage, the nomination process offers a useful opportunity to examine the maturity, evidence, and sustainability of their people practices.

The Sound of
Heart Work

The Sound of Heart Work gives voice to the often unspoken reality behind every people decision. It recognises the moments that shape lives, test judgement, and demand both courage and care.

This is the work that keeps on beating.

The tagline carries a deliberate double meaning. "Heart work" echoes "hard work", so the rhythm is familiar. But the substitution reframes everything. Heart work is deliberate, people-centred and values-driven. It names what HR practitioners do that is not administrative or transactional, but led by conviction.

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Early Bird
Table of 10$5,600
Group of 5$3,650
Individual Seat$900
Early Bird rates end on 4 September 2026 at 11.59 pm.
Standard
Table of 10$6,600
Group of 5$4,650
Individual Seat$1,085

All prices exclude GST.
Ticket sales close on 18 September 2026 at 12.00 pm.

Payment Methods
Bank Transfer·PayNow·Vendor@Gov (for government agencies only)
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The Celebration Continues Beyond the Awards
Future of Work Exchange in Bintan

Be among the first 25 organisations to secure a qualifying table for the 19th Singapore HR Awards Ceremony and receive one complimentary place (worth $2,488) to attend the exclusive Future of Work Exchange in Bintan. Each eligible organisation may nominate one representative. Complimentary places are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability.

Designed exclusively for award participants, winners, HR leaders and industry experts, the Future of Work Exchange in Bintan extends the Awards experience beyond a single evening of celebration. Drawing inspiration from the 19th Singapore HR Awards, this immersive learning and networking programme offers participants the opportunity to gain insights from award-winning people practices across 10 categories, exchange ideas with peers, and explore emerging trends shaping the future of work.

Through curated discussions, collaborative learning and expert-led sessions, participants will benchmark leading practices, uncover practical solutions to workforce challenges, and strengthen their capabilities across talent, leadership, organisational effectiveness, human capability and HR digitalisation. Build meaningful connections with like-minded professionals while bringing home actionable ideas to drive organisational success.

LocationBintan, Indonesia
Duration3 Days, 2 Nights
Period4 - 6 November 2026
Round-trip ferry transfers between Singapore and Bintan
2 nights' accommodation at Four Points by Sheraton Bintan, Lagoi Bay
Selected meals throughout the programme
Full access to the Future of Work Exchange in Bintan
Peer sharing and best-practice exchanges across the 19th Singapore HR Awards categories
Curated networking with HR leaders, practitioners, and industry peers
Facilitated learning discussions on leadership, talent, organisation effectiveness, human capability, and HR digitalisation
Programme materials and post-event resources
Exclusive Sharing of Award-Winning HR Practices
Gain insights from outstanding submissions across the 10 award categories of the 19th Singapore HR Awards, exploring innovative people strategies, best practices, and lessons learned from leading organisations.
Peer-to-Peer Learning and Benchmarking
Exchange experiences with fellow HR leaders and practitioners, benchmark organisational practices, and discuss emerging workforce challenges and opportunities.
Curated Knowledge-Sharing Sessions
Participate in facilitated discussions that translate award-winning initiatives into practical ideas and strategies that can be adapted within your own organisation.
High-Impact Networking Opportunities
Build meaningful connections with HR professionals, business leaders, award participants, judges, and industry experts in a focused and collaborative environment.
Future-Ready HR Leadership Conversations
Explore how HR can strengthen organisational success through SHRI's key capability domains, including Talent, Leadership, Organisation, Human Capability, and HR Digitalisation.
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Award Categories

The 19th Singapore HR Awards features 10 nominated categories, including three newly introduced categories that reflect emerging priorities in HR, alongside 3 Special Awards.

Nominated Awards
Special Awards
Existing Categories
Excellence in Employee Wellbeing
Excellence in People Development
Excellence in Talent Strategy
Excellence in Rewards and Recognition
Excellence in People Policy
Excellence in Workforce Innovation
Excellence in Workplace Culture
New Categories
Excellence in AI-Enabled HR Practices New
Excellence in Coaching and Mentoring Culture New
Excellence in Employer Branding and Talent Attraction New
Special Awards
Best CEO
Best HR Leader
HR Young Gun

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Panel of Judges

A distinguished panel of HR leaders and industry experts who bring depth of experience and rigour to the evaluation process.

Debbie Ng
Senior Director, People
Singapore Pools
Dr. Kevyn Yong
Chief Executive Officer
Human Capital Leadership Institute
D N Prasad
MD & Head, Work & Rewards, Singapore
WTW
Immediate Past President, SHRI
Raunak Bhandari
Regional HR Business Partner Leader, APAC
Google
Yinn Ewe
CHRO
Hitachi Asia
Chair
Singapore Institute of Directors, Human Capital Chapter
Shaun Ee
Head of People
Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore
Alan Tan
APAC HR Director
IHI Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Andrew Chai
Managing Director
AttituX
Audrey Koh
Group Chief HR Officer & Group Chief Transformation Officer
Commonwealth Capital Pte Ltd
Candy Lee
Founding Partner
Equinox Talent Solutions
Carolynn Ang
Coach | Facilitator | Speaker | Consultant
Araina International
Cindy Tan
Chief People Officer
James Cook University Singapore
Dr. Daniel Chew
Independent Consultant and Educator
Chrysallite ETH
Eddie Leong
Deputy Director, AI Products, S&S CoE
HTX
Eugene Chang
Founder
Leadership Choices
Gunnar Jaschik
Partner & Co-Founder
DBON Advisory Pte Ltd
Josephine Chua
Director of HR and Sustainability
Aloft by Marriott Singapore Novena
Julian Chan
Board Director
APSN Ltd
Lim Khia Tat
Board Committee Member
SPD
Lynn Lim
Director, People & Culture
APSN
Melati Alui
HR Director
Starbucks Singapore
Michelle Yeo
Director, HR
AWWA
Ramya Eva
Managing Partner
Eva Leadership
President Elect
ICF Singapore
Serene Yeo
Vice President, HR
Ensign Security
Tang Li Chow
Head, People & Talent Engagement
M.Y World Preschool
Thomas Yeo
Managing Director
CET Global Pte Ltd
Alison Shee
Founder
Energiya Consulting
Council Member, SHRI
Charmaine Sim
Board Director
Children's Cancer Foundation
Council Member, SHRI
Fermin Diez
Adjunct Faculty
SMU & NTU
Council Member, SHRI
Lucy Tan
Head of HR
Serangoon Gardens Country Club
Council Member, SHRI
Key Dates & Milestones
9 June – 10 July 24 July 2026Extended
Nomination & Submission Period
Online submission portal goes live. Organisations may begin preparing and submitting entries across all 10 nominated categories.
For Organisations
31 July – 19 August 2026
Judging & Clarification Sessions
Independent judging panel reviews all submissions. Clarification sessions are held only with selected organisations upon request from judges.
Judging Panel
30 September 2026
Awards Ceremony
Gala dinner and awards ceremony celebrating Singapore's champions of human capital. About 500 attendees. Tables on first come first served basis. Venue: The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, Grand Ballroom (Level 1).
Gala Event
Highlights from the 18th Singapore HR Awards

A look back at the people, moments, and organisations celebrated at the 18th Singapore HR Awards 2025.

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Full List of Award Winners

See the organisations and individuals recognised at the 18th Singapore HR Awards, Singapore's most credible peer recognition of HR excellence.

View 18th Edition Winners
Participating Organisations
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Our Supporting Partners SHRI's Official Coffee Partner
Partnership Opportunities

Three partnership tiers are available, each offering a distinct level of visibility, presence, and engagement with Singapore's HR community.

Premier Partner
High-visibility presence across multiple award touchpoints
Category Partner
Own the conversation in your chosen HR discipline
Supporting Partner
Meaningful presence at Singapore's premier HR event
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