Agenda

Agenda

time iconOctober 15, 2024 12:00

Welcome and Event Preview

speaker headshot Hsu Jen Cheah
Senior Category Manager Vapour
speaker headshot Kevin Kurniawan
Category Deployment Manager Combustible

Kick off SkillsFest 2024 with a warm welcome and an overview of what to expect over the next two half-days. This session sets the stage for a dynamic and engaging event.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 12:10

Outside-in Perspective - Future of Work Macro-trends (Work | Live | Play)

speaker headshot Dr. Ben Hamer
Futurist

Gain insights into the macro-trends shaping the future of work, living, and playing. Dr. Ben Hamer will share valuable perspectives on how these trends impact our professional and personal lives.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 13:05

Leadership Keynote

speaker headshot Peter Simmons
Area Director, APMEA South
speaker headshot Jamie Fellows
Area Head of Talent, Culture & Inclusion, APMEA South

Hear from Peter and Jamie as they dive into our strategic narratives and how Future of Work is not just a concept, but a reality that is actively shaping our ways of working in APMEA South. Discover how our strategies are evolving to meet the demands of a changing world and what this means for our organization’s journey ahead.  

time iconOctober 15, 2024 13:30

Webinar 1 - The Unfixed Mindset: A Mindset for Navigating Life & Careers from Possibility

speaker headshot Matt Whale
How To Impact
speaker headshot Lara Dolz
How To Impact
speaker headshot Julie Rangan
Area Head of Consumer Insight & Foresights, APMEA South

Learn to navigate modern career complexities with confidence, adaptability, and innovative thinking. Equip yourself with strategies to thrive in a dynamic work environment and become future-fit.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 13:30

Panel Discussion 1: New BAT Leadership Capabilities

speaker headshot Robert Goossens
Area Marketing Director, APMEA South
speaker headshot Kelly Burtenshaw
Area Head of Finance, APMEA South
speaker headshot Jason Hadassin
Area Head of Legal, APMEA South
speaker headshot Diana Fong
Area Head of Talent, OE & Inclusion, APMEA South

Join the panel as they explain the new leadership capabilities that align with our core values. This interactive session will provide clarity on how these capabilities are driving our organizational culture and contributing to our collective success. Engage with our leaders as they share insights and answer your questions on this critical aspect of our growth.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 14:30

Webinar 2 - Reach Peak Performance Effortlessly: Identifying Your True Strengths

speaker headshot Jason Ho
Strengths School
speaker headshot Huy Dinh
HR Commercial Partner - Marketing, Vietnam

Jason Ho will guide you through the process of identifying your true strengths. Learn how strengths equal energy multiplied by natural ability, and discover how to harness this formula to achieve peak performance effortlessly.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 14:30

Panel Discussion 2 - Navigating Careers at Every Stage: Insights from Our Diverse Workforce

speaker headshot Irina Aristova
Regional Head of Inclusion
speaker headshot Kylie Machar
Area Head of Digital Marketing, APMEA North
speaker headshot Todd Gibson
Area Lead Product Manager- Customer Experience
speaker headshot Gallen Chu
Head of TM&D, Indonesia
speaker headshot Fairuz Helmi
Cluster Head of CORA, Malaysia
speaker headshot Gina Wedya Raiza
Senior Category Portfolio Mgr - HP, APMEA North
speaker headshot Hoang Nguyen
HR Services Manager, Vietnam
speaker headshot Deborah Wallace
Head of Trade Investment, Australia

Join a diverse panel of colleagues as they share their experiences navigating careers at different life stages and situations, including Drive, Stable, and Balance. Gain valuable insights and practical advice from their journeys.

time iconOctober 15, 2024 15:30

Recap and Recharge

speaker headshot Hsu Jen Cheah
Senior Category Manager Vapour
speaker headshot Kevin Kurniawan
Category Deployment Manager Combustible

End the day with a recap of key points and a preview of Day Two. This session will reinforce what you’ve learned and get you excited for the next day's sessions.

time iconOctober 16, 2024 12:00

Welcome Back

speaker headshot Hsu Jen Cheah
Senior Category Manager Vapour
speaker headshot Kevin Kurniawan
Category Deployment Manager Combustible

Kick off the second day of SkillsFest 2024 with a lively recap of Day 1's highlights. Get ready for another exciting day filled with inspiration, learning, and growth.

time iconOctober 16, 2024 12:15

Energizer - The High Performing Mind: How to Inject Well-being into the Day-to-Day

speaker headshot Ray Good
The Good Place

In a world of information overload and constant distraction, our brains are often overwhelmed. Join Ray Good to learn science-based tools to hack your stress response, unlock creativity, find focus, and build resilience. This interactive session will provide practical strategies to help you perform at your peak, even under pressure.

time iconOctober 16, 2024 13:00

Functional Career Booths - Capabilities & Skills in Each Function

Explore Career Paths at BAT!
Visit our functional Career Booths to dive into the diverse career paths at BAT. Join live sessions to hear from Functional Representatives about what makes their function unique, explore the required skills, and discover growth opportunities.

Live Session Schedule:

13:00, 13:35, 14:15, 14:50 AEDT



Choose the functions you’re interested in and join their sessions in the Careers Hall.


View Career Hall

time iconOctober 16, 2024 13:00

Webinar 3 - Pump Up My Profile: How to Get the Most Out of Talent Marketplace

speaker headshot Scott Allan
Talent Tech Solutions
speaker headshot ZiChuan Lim
Talent Tech Solutions
speaker headshot Marium Waqar
Consumer Experience Deployment Manager

Ready to supercharge your Talent Marketplace profile with your strengths, leadership and functional capabilities? Join Scott Allen and ZiChuan Lim for an engaging session on how to enhance your profile, uncover skills, and leverage the platform to advance your growth. Get insider tips and strategies to make your profile stand out.

time iconOctober 16, 2024 14:15

Panel Discussion 3 - Exploring Functional Career Paths: Insights from Our Subject Matter Experts

speaker headshot Heather Campbell
Area Head of IDT, APMEA South
speaker headshot Jeremy Hackett
General Manager - New Zealand
speaker headshot Shai Fernando
Area Head of Compliance & SPac Legal
speaker headshot Andrei Babaeff
Area Head of Consumer Experience, APMEA South
speaker headshot John Trezise
Cluster Head of Campaigns
speaker headshot Martin Spence
Operations Manager
speaker headshot Md. Jahid Shafique
Cluster Head of Talent Culture Inclusion, Vietnam
speaker headshot Jason Hew
Cluster Head of Finance, Vietnam
speaker headshot Travis Van Gysen
Category Manager Combustible

Join a diverse panel of colleagues from various functions as they share their career journeys, successes, and challenges. Gain valuable insights and practical advice on navigating different career paths within BAT.

time iconOctober 16, 2024 15:30

Closing Keynote

speaker headshot Peter Simmons
Area Director, APMEA South
speaker headshot Jamie Fellows
Area Head of Talent, Culture & Inclusion, APMEA South
speaker headshot Hsu Jen Cheah
Senior Category Manager Vapour
speaker headshot Kevin Kurniawan
Category Deployment Manager Combustible

Wrap up SkillsFest 2024 with a summary of key takeaways and next steps, ensuring you leave feeling empowered and ready to continue your growth journey.