Singapore, 1 April 2025 – The Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI) is pleased to announce the election of Ms Low Peck Kem as its new President, following the Institute’s 59th Annual General Meeting held on 28 March 2025.

Ms Low Peck Kem
Ms Low is no stranger to SHRI. As immediate-past President and a long-time Council Member, Ms Low has contributed significantly to the Institute’s direction and development over the years. In addition to her role as Chief Human Resource Officer at the Public Service Division, she is also serving as Vice President of the World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA) and President of the Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resources Management (APFHRM). Ms Low’s appointment not only signals stronger collaboration between SHRI and government bodies but also opens new pathways to global partnerships and knowledge exchange that is pivotal as SHRI deepens its regional and international presence.

“It is an honour to return as President of SHRI as it celebrates its 60th anniversary. During this pivotal time, SHRI continues to play a critical role in leading conversations on people-centric practices, both in Singapore and across the region. I look forward to working closely with the Council, Secretariat, and Members to drive meaningful progress in the years ahead, both for Singapore and for the people profession we serve.” – Ms Low Peck Kem, President, SHRI.

Mr D N Prasad
SHRI also extends its heartfelt appreciation to Mr D N Prasad for his unwavering leadership as President over the past 2 years. Under his guidance, SHRI has strengthened its standing as a trusted institution for progressive people practices and workforce transformation.

During Mr Prasad’s tenure, SHRI has achieved new heights. Among the highlights were strengthening the ecosystem partnerships, forging stronger collaborations with public agencies such as Workforce Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore, hosting World HR Congress (WHRC) in Singapore after 18 years, and introducing new Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives like the Fill A Bag, Fill A Tummy. Mr Prasad has also provided SHRI thought leadership on the next bound, which will be carried forward by the new council.

In his address at the annual AGM, Mr Prasad expressed his gratitude; he thanked the Secretariat, the council and the partners for the collaboration and trust during his tenure as President.

Redesignation of Mr Alvin Aloysius Goh
In conjunction with this leadership transition, SHRI is also pleased to share that Mr Alvin Aloysius Goh, previously serving as Executive Director, will now take on the newly established role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This redesignation reflects SHRI’s evolving vision and mission to shape the future of people management – beyond HR, beyond Singapore. As CEO, Mr Goh will continue to lead the Institute’s transformation journey, building strategic partnerships, expanding SHRI’s regional presence, and positioning it as a trusted voice in the future of work.

These leadership updates mark a significant milestone in SHRI’s 60th anniversary journey, as the Institute reaffirms its commitment to inspire, influence, and innovate for the HR and people management community.

About SHRI
The Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI) is Singapore’s National HR Institute, and the only not-for-profit organisation dedicated to advancing HR best practices and connecting HR professionals and business leaders locally and regionally.

Established in 1965, SHRI has remained at the forefront of HR innovation, working closely with HR practitioners, people managers, employers, and leaders across the public and private sectors to drive Singapore’s HR agenda beyond its shores. Committed to raising the standards of the HR community, SHRI champions continuous learning, skills enhancement, and professional development.

SHRI is also the sole representative for Singapore in the Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resource Management (APFHRM) and the World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA).

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