Functional Workshop: Why the Leadership Team Is Going Flexible

Why the Leadership Team Is Going Flexible - And What It Means for You

Executive leadership is evolving. As organizations face increasing complexity, speed, and resource constraints, the traditional full-time leadership model is no longer a one-size-fits-all solution. From MNCs to startups, companies are embracing flexible leadership models — including fractional, interim, and project-based roles — to stay agile, fill critical gaps, and drive transformation.

This workshop explores how flexible leadership is reshaping the talent landscape and what it means for your organization and career.

Date: Thursday, 5 June 2025
Time: 10.00 am - 11.30 am
Venue: MGCC Office

What if your next great leader wasn’t on your payroll? Discover how flexible leadership can unlock agility, performance, and access to world-class talent — just when you need it most. Whether you're scaling fast, navigating change, or filling a critical gap, this session will equip you with the insights and tools to lead with flexibility.

Key Takeaways

• Why companies are turning to fractional and interim leaders
• The core models of flexible leadership and where they add the most value
• How flexible leadership aligns with Southeast Asia’s dynamic market
• Practical steps to implement and scale flexible leadership
• How to source top-tier executive talent beyond your existing network
• The long-term impact on leadership pipelines and company culture

Who Should Attend

• HR and Talent Acquisition Leaders
• Business Unit Heads and Functional Managers
• C-Suite Executives and Strategy Leaders
• Anyone exploring agile leadership models or executive resourcing strategies

Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring three seasoned industry leaders and an expert moderator, as they share practical insights and proven strategies for implementing flexible leadership in today’s dynamic business environment.

Moderator Profile

Dr. Michele Sagan

Director, Workforce Transformation PwC SEA Consulting

Michele Sagan is a leadership strategist with over 25 years of experience across the UK and Malaysia, currently leading Workforce Transformation for PwC SEA Consulting. A certified executive coach and instructional designer, she specializes in guiding senior leaders through complex change and is a sought-after speaker on the future of work, DEI, and organizational transformation.

Panelists Profile

Giuseppe Di Lieto
Founder & Director
Exponasia Growth Partners

Giuseppe Di Lieto is the Founder and Director of Exponasia Growth Partners, where he helps Southeast Asian SMEs scale through strategic growth and fractional leadership. With over 20 years of international experience across Europe, the U.S., China, and Southeast Asia, he brings deep insight into SME operations and is a strong advocate for flexible leadership models that balance ambition with execution.

Vignesh Nathan
Managing Director 
SKF Malaysia

Vignesh Nathan is the Managing Director of SKF Malaysia, where he drives strategic direction and operational excellence through industrial innovation and digital transformation. A Manchester Global MBA graduate, he brings a global perspective to leadership and is passionate about building agile, future-ready teams that leverage technology to enhance business value in the manufacturing and industrial sector.

Eric Okumu
Head – Interim Executives & Professionals, Asia
Korn Ferry

Eric Okumu leads Korn Ferry’s Interim Practice across Asia, based in Singapore, with over 20 years of experience in interim leadership services across Europe and Asia. He specializes in deploying interim executives and consulting professionals to help organizations manage transformation, leadership transitions, and urgent capability gaps, advising multinationals and high-growth enterprises on how flexible leadership models can drive agility and performance.