2nd Edition: Advanced Digital HR Transformation and Data Analytics Masterclass and Awards 2025

Bringing World Class Digital HR Strategies in Pakistan through Global Insights and Excellence

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8th - 10th July 2025 | 9AM-5PM (UTC+5)

Pearl Continental Hotel

Karachi, Pakistan
Neal Cross

Master Trainer

NEAL CROSS

Co-Founder at PictureWealth

Neal Cross is a globally recognized corporate, social, and start-up entrepreneur with an extraordinary track record across blue-chip technology, finance, and data companies. Currently, he is the co-founder of PictureWealth, one of the fastest-growing wealth fintech companies globally. 

Before these ventures, Neal was the Chief Innovation Officer at DBS Bank, where he masterminded the bank’s transformation in partnership with HR.

Under his leadership, DBS Bank achieved the coveted title of the world's best Digital Bank in 2016 and 2018, and was named the world’s best bank three times across 2018 and 2019. Neal's visionary approach and relentless pursuit of excellence earned him the title of the world’s most disruptive CIO/CTO, an accolade bestowed by judges including Sir Richard Branson and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.

Cross is currently the senior advisor to the Singapore telco, StarHub, where he is working for the CHRO to digitally transform the department and wider organisation.

Pakistan Digital HR Excellence Awards 2025

Team Categories

  • Pakistan's Leaders in Digital HR Transformation Award
    Celebrating teams that have revolutionized HR practices through digital transformation within Pakistan.

 

  • Data-Driven HR Excellence in Pakistan Award
    Recognizing teams in Pakistan harnessing data and analytics to achieve impactful HR outcomes.
     
  • AI Innovators in Pakistan's HR Landscape Award
    Honoring teams integrating AI into HR strategies to drive innovation and efficiency in Pakistan.

 

  • Workplace Culture Trailblazers in Pakistan Award
    Acknowledging teams that have fostered adaptive and dynamic workplace cultures within Pakistan.
     
  • Collaborative HR Excellence in Pakistan Award
    Highlighting exemplary teamwork in designing and executing transformative HR solutions across Pakistan.

 

  • Employee Experience Architects of Pakistan Award
    Recognizing teams excelling in designing and optimizing employee journeys and experiences in the Pakistani context.

 

  • Transforming HR in Pakistan with Global Expertise Award
    Awarding teams successfully blending global practices with local innovations to reshape HR in Pakistan.

Individual Categories

  • Pakistan’s Visionary CHRO Award of the Year
    Recognizing a Chief Human Resources Officer making impactful, data-informed HR decisions in Pakistan.

Event Description

This training program provides professionals with in-depth knowledge of HR Transformation and data analytics. A combination of engaging talks, real-world and instructor delivered HR transformation projects. Half the course will be hands-on doing, going through the process of transformation of your technology, data, and AI strategy.

Who Should Attend This Event?

  • Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs)
  • Heads of Human Resources (HR)
  • Senior HR Managers and Directors
  • Chief Data Officers (CDOs)
  • Heads of Organizational Development (OD)
  • Transformation Leads and Change Management Executives
  • Talent Acquisition Heads and Workforce Planning Leaders
  • Business Strategy Directors and Operations Executives
  • Technology Integration Managers and AI Strategists

Why You Should Not Miss This Event?

This masterclass offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve deep into the intricacies of digital transformation, data-driven decision-making, AI integration, and employee journey design. With actionable insights, interactive activities, and real-world case studies, you’ll gain the tools and knowledge needed to drive impactful organizational change and foster a transformative culture. It's a rare chance to learn from global best practices and build a competitive edge in the ever-evolving digital landscape. Don’t miss the chance to elevate your expertise and lead the way in transformation!

Key Objectives

Exploring the Evolution of HR

Dive into the transformation of HR practices, focusing on their relevance in the digital age and the need for organizational evolution.

Fundamentals of Digital Transformation

Understand key concepts, pathways, and real-life examples like GovTech SG and DBS Bank to explore transformation strategies.

Becoming Data-Driven

Dive into HR data foundations, strategies, and culture, with insights from ING Bank and DBS Bank to enhance data literacy.

Artificial Intelligence and Digital Culture

Explore AI's evolution, applications, and limitations, while fostering a digital culture with activities and case studies.

Employee Journeys and Organizational Design

Map and analyze employee journeys with empathy, interventions, and solutions, inspired by StarHub Singapore.

Designing and Operating Culture Changes

Focus on creating digital cultures, implementing changes, and driving organizational movements using insights from practical exercises and case studies.

Past Feedback

" Excellent panel of speakers! All topics were very up-to-date with current trends and the speakers had imparted valuable info and knowledge. "

Nita.

HR Director, Brunei

" The course was very informative, clear delivery and interactive. My questions were answered effectively. Thank you! "

Leng.

Non-Executive Independent Director, Kuala Lumpur

" It was great to work with CWI. Their attention to detail was impeccable. The Business Continuity & Crisis Management workshop was fluid and went very smoothly! CWI presented and managed the participants with great patience and have delivered fully on their commitments to me. "

Ta.

Group CFO, Dubai

" The masterclass I attended was one of the workshops I highly ranked and treasure most. Well-organized and experiential learning - it was second to none. "

Joseph.

Chief Commercial Officer, East Africa

I have had an unfailingly excellent experience as a CWI presenter. Their international marketing is unusually strong. Their technical grasp to deliver successfully and the ways they have polished my contribution to the benefit of the participants are impressive. "

Professor Andrew D Chambers.

United Kingdom

" The masterclass was an excellent refresher plus new updates. The case studies were good as it reiterates the points for each topic. "

June.

Executive Director, Kuala Lumpur

" The masterclass was well-presented, full of different case studies were provided, and the topics were well-illustrated. I now have a better view of the organization of different boards. Thanks and well done. "

Jor.

Chief Executive Officer, Brunei

" Attending the course has assisted deeply in my understanding of what would be expected of me, as well as the fulfillment of my role & upcoming role. "

Andrew.

Senior Managing Director, Kuala Lumpur

" This course was mind-blowing. It gave me insight regarding the whole concept of investment in culture, and how human beings are the force. It was an amazing Masterclass. "

Zaka.

Chief Risk Officer, Saudi Arabia