Hayly Leung is a distinguished HR strategist and retired executive whose career has been defined by her commitment to human-centred leadership and organisational transformation. As former General Manager of Jardine Matheson Group People & Culture Services and People & Culture Director for Jardine Pacific, Hayly led ground-breaking initiatives in HR strategy and planning, executive compensation, strategic workforce planning, and holistic wellbeing—most notably launching Jardine’s first group-wide wellness program and founding October Jardine Mental Wellness Month.

With over two decades of global HR leadership across Jardine Matheson, Schindler Group, and BT Group plc, Hayly has consistently aligned business strategy with human capital innovation. Her work earned her recognition as a pioneer in mental health advocacy within corporate settings.

Hayly holds a Master’s in HR Management from Macquarie University and completed executive programs at Wharton and The RBL Group. She continues to serve the community through executive and advisory roles with the Hong Kong Retirement Scheme Association, Hong Kong Baptist University, HKUST, the Hospital Authority’s HR Committee, and the Accounting and Financial Reporting Council.

At this year’s conference, Hayly brings her deep expertise and passion for mental wellness to explore how organisations and individuals can navigate life’s defining moments with resilience, empathy, and purpose.

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