Mental Health Festival 2024

Mental wellbeing has never been more discussed, and we stand at the brink of a new era. Join our 2-day festival to transform the mental wellbeing landscape with us.

24 Sep (Tue) | In-person
26 Sep (Thu) | Virtual

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Sparking a Wave of Change

We know mental wellbeing is important.
So, what’s next?

Let’s go beyond traditional notions of mental wellbeing solutions and work towards creating a mentally healthy environment for everyone.

Experts share their insights and best practices for building safe spaces at home, in the office, and within your community

Why You Should Join

Gain insights and practical tips from experts to enhance employee wellbeing in a sustainable manner.

Discover ways to improve mental health conversations in your personal circles and within the community.

Engage in wellbeing workshops led by experts and be inspired to work towards your best self.

Mental Health Festival Across the Years

Mental Health Festival is our annual flagship event which aims to make mental wellbeing accessible to all. The event will bring together business and HR thought-leaders, public personalities, and employees in a series of talks, events, and interactive discussions.

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Thank you Intellect for giving me a space to share my story, and for coordinating this huge event with success! I’m glad that so many people turned up for the festival!

Joan Alicia Koh

SVP Human Resources
NielsenIQ Asia Pacific

Event Agenda

24 Sep (Thu) | In-person
9:00 am –
9:15 am SGT
9:00 am – 9:15 am
CEO’s Welcome Message: Expanding Horizons
Join us as our CEO kicks off the event, setting the stage for what lies ahead.

Discover the key themes and insights we’ll explore together, and gain a glimpse into the future of mental health.
Speakers: Theodoric Chew (CEO and Co-founder, Intellect)
9:15 am –
9:45 am SGT
9:15 am – 9:45 am
[Keynote] Leadership’s Impact on Mental Health Culture
Understand how HR professionals play a crucial role in employee wellbeing from the President of Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI), D N Prasad.

As a seasoned HR leader, he shares how to not only recognise the importance of prioritising employee wellbeing, but also how a top-down approach can drive effective wellbeing initiatives to foster a productive workplace culture.
Speakers: D N Prasad (President, Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI))
9:45 am –
10:00 am SGT
9:45 am – 10:00 am
GOH Address
Hear from our Guest of Honour followed by a message from our Prime Minister, Lawrence Wong.
Speakers: Guest of Honour – Eric Chua (Senior Parliamentary Secretary, MCCY & MSF)
26 Sep (Thu) | Virtual
9:45 am –
10:00 am SGT
9:45 am – 10:00 am
CEO’s Welcome Message: Expanding Horizons
Join us on Day 2 as our CEO shares what lies in store for employees to drive change within their organisations.

Get ready to explore new approaches that will empower you and your colleagues to foster a healthier, more resilient workplace.
Speakers: Theodoric Chew (CEO and Co-founder, Intellect)
10:00 am –
10:30 am SGT
10:00 am – 10:30 am
[Keynote] Levelling Up Workplace Culture: Bridging DEI, Wellbeing, and Dynamic Leadership
This session will delve into the intersection of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) with employee wellbeing, drawing parallels to the dynamic nature of gaming organisations. Discover how the principles that drive successful game development—collaboration, adaptability, and innovation—can be applied to fostering a workplace culture that is both inclusive and high-performing.

Learn how people managers can level up their leadership skills to build teams that are actively engaged, resilient, and poised to achieve sustainable success in a rapidly evolving industry.
Speakers: Rajashree C. Mogan (APAC Publishing HR Business Partner, Riot Games )
10:30 am –
11:15 am SGT
10:30 am – 11:15 am
Local Insights, Unified Care: Market Health Solutions for Different Markets
[JP] From Regulation to Innovation: Enhancing Employee Wellbeing in Japan 日本の職場におけるメンタルヘルス〜ストレスチェックの課題への革新的なアプローチ〜 
Explore Japan’s evolving approach to employee mental health in this session, featuring insights from Aisin’s healthtech project leader, Eiji Fujioka. We’ll delve into the challenges of Japan’s Stress Check Regulation — a mandatory annual assessment — and discuss gaps in the current system and implementation challenges.

メンタルヘルスケアの重要性がますます高まる中、国や企業による様々な取り組みが行われていますが、依然としてメンタルヘルス問題は増加の一途をたどっています。本セッションでは、株式会社アイシンのヘルステックプロジェクトリーダーである藤岡氏が登壇し、日本の職場におけるメンタルヘルスの「現状」と「課題」について探ります。また、職場におけるメンタルヘルス課題の解決に向け、アイシンの生体センシング技術を活用したソリューションや革新的なアプローチについて議論します。
Speakers: Eiji Fujioka(藤岡英二) (Health Tech Project Leader, AISIN)
[AU] Safeguarding Yourself and Your Employees from Burnout
Understand burnout and its risk factors that influence employees and how to prevent it in the first place. In this session, we will discuss how you can identify and address psychosocial hazards and their impact to mental wellbeing in the workplace.
Speakers: Simon Matthews (Consultant Psychologist & Certified Coach, Simon Matthews Consulting)
Ruby Otero (Founder & Registered Psychologist, First in Mind)

Moderator: Alicia Yoon (Client Solutions & Consulting Lead, Intellect)
[VN] Role-Specific Wellbeing: Designing Jobs that Support Growth and Resilience in Vietnam
Wellbeing in the workplace isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s unique to each role. In this session, we’ll explore how to design jobs with wellbeing at the core, ensuring that each role’s specific needs and values are met. Learn how to incorporate wellbeing into the employee experience journey and build work routines that prioritise health and resilience alongside performance. We’ll also discuss how HR and leaders can create a positive dynamic across different roles, driving organisational change towards a culture of wellbeing. Featuring real-world case studies from Bosch and other organisations, this session will provide practical insights and strategies for fostering a sustainable, role-centered approach to workplace wellbeing.
Speakers: Dr Minh Vo (Head of Leadership Organisation Development, Bosch)

Moderator: Lara Pham (Vietnam Country Lead, Intellect)
[Global] Future-Proofing Wellbeing: Innovative Corporate Strategies for 2024 and Beyond
In a rapidly evolving work environment, traditional approaches to corporate wellbeing are becoming outdated. This panel aims to push the boundaries of conventional corporate wellness practices by delving into the latest innovations and emerging trends that are shaping the future of workplace wellbeing. Join us as we explore cutting-edge strategies, from mental health technologies to holistic wellbeing models that integrate multiple dimensions of health.
Speakers: Dr Vanessa San (Wellbeing Leader, Mercer Singapore)
Yvonne Lu (AVP, Client Relations, iXchange)

Moderator: Cassandra Loh (VP, Partnerships & Solutions)

Meet Our Speakers

Guest of Honour - Eric Chua Senior Parliamentary Secretary, MCCY & MSF

Mr Eric Chua is Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Social and Family Development, as well as Culture, Community and Youth. Mr Chua was previously a lifesaver in the Singapore Civil Defence Force for 17 years before being elected to Parliament in July 2020. Before joining politics, Mr Chua spent a good part of his time volunteering in the community. Over the span of his professional and volunteering journey, he discovered his passion for working with and empowering people. Having come from a humble family background, Mr Chua advocates strongly for social mobility and is a strong believer of the power of mentoring.

Most recently, Mr Chua was the co-chair of the 27-member Enabling Masterplan 2030 Steering Committee, that sets out the vision for Singapore as an inclusive society in 2030. He was also the Head of an inter-agency delegation for Singapore’s first Constructive Dialogue with the United Nations committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, where Singapore shared the progress we have made, and our continued commitment in our journey towards an inclusive society.

Mr Eric Chua is married with a son.

Julie Tan Actress

Julie Tan began her acting career at the age of 16, starring as the female lead in productions such as That Girl in Pinafore and Goodbye Goodboy. She is a strong advocate for mental health and sustainability and currently serves as an ambassador for Hair for Hope.

D N Prasad President, Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI)

D N Prasad is an Executive Coach (PCC, International Coach Federation) and a transformational HR Leader with expertise in leading scaled transformation, building and scaling organisations & functions (in-country, region and global) and shaping & nurturing cultures and careers. Prasad was conferred as a Master Professional by the Institute of Human Resource Professionals (IHRP).

DNP, as he is known in professional circles, has held several Executive roles through his career; among them are his roles as Senior Director for People and Organization with Government Technology Agency (GovTech), Singapore, Public Service Coach with the Public Service Division, Founder and Chief Executive Coach at Noetic step, an Executive Coaching and Talent Advisory practice, Director and Head of Google People Services for APAC as also a Leadership Coach, at Google and Head of Global Entry Level Hiring, Campus Relations and HR Services at Infosys.

He is the President of Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI) and a member of The Professional Practices Committee for IHRP, Singapore. He is also an invited member of the Forbes Coaches Council.

Yvonne Tan Chief People Officer, Southeast Asia, dentsu

Yvonne Tan is the Chief People Officer of dentsu Southeast Asia. With over 20 years of HR experience across banking, mining, professional services and advertising, Yvonne’s HR expertise includes Corporate Executive Recruiting, Leadership and Cultural Transformation.

A certified Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) by HR Certification Institute (HRCI), Yvonne is a strategic thinker and planner who enjoys leading teams to operate outside standard HR and Talent Acquisition regimes, delivering effective talent solutions and moving the dial on gender diversity and inclusion in leadership teams.

Moderator - Anthea Indira Ong Chair of the Board of Directors and Founder, WorkWell Leaders

A Nominated Member of Parliament in Singapore from 2018-2020, Anthea is an experienced board member and board chair backed by a proven track record as a C-level executive of 30 years. A sought-after advocate and speaker on human-centred leadership, mental health and social entrepreneurship, she has also published numerous commentaries in The Straits Times, CNA, Today and Mothership. Her wood-cover memoir, 50 Shades of Love, was shortlisted for the Best Illustrated Non-Fiction Title in the 2019 Singapore Book Awards. A podcast series, Shades of Love, followed in 2021. Her latest book The NMP Scheme: Are Unelected Voices Still Necessary in Parliament?, foreworded by then Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, was launched on 9 Sep 2022 in Parliament by former Prime Minister, ESM Goh Chok Tong. Anthea is also a member of the ASEAN Parliamentarians for Human Rights and has spoken to global audiences on mental health and wellbeing.

Often described as a ‘maven of influence’, ‘trailblazer’ in social impact and ‘thought leader’ in diversity & inclusion, Anthea prefers to describe herself as a ‘full time human being and part time everything else’ since her personal brush with depression in 2007. A creative and dynamic leader, she divides her time, energy and love across many different communities and has founded several impact initiatives in her focus areas of mental health, marginalised communities and environmentalism, including Hush TeaBar, WorkWell Leaders, SG Mental Health Matters, A Good Space Co-operative and Welcome In My Backyard. Her varied experience, including as an ICF Certified Professional Coach, provides valuable perspectives to boards and executive teams.

Jeffery Tan CEO, Jardines MINDSET

Mr Jeffery Tan is the Group General Counsel, Chief Sustainability Officer and Director for Legal & Corporate Affairs for Jardine Cycle & Carriage.

He is responsible for legal, compliance, company secretarial, sustainability matters, communications and public affairs at the Group level. He is also the Chief Executive Officer for Jardines MINDSET, a registered charity focused on mental health and wellness.

Mr Tan also serves as a board member of the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce. Before joining Jardine Cycle & Carriage, he was the Group General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Board Secretary for UTAC Holdings. He has extensive experience in private practice and in-house legal experience with companies such as Allen & Gledhill, DLA Piper, Siemens and Motorola.

Grace Fong Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Lockton

As Regional Chief Commercial Officer, Grace is responsible for furthering Lockton’s employee benefits broking and consulting capabilities through strategic partnerships, technology and ecosystem development. As a leader for vendor management, she enables Lockton teams to access a wider solution suite when engineering client solutions.

She helped clients create strategies for cost containment, design plans for financial sustainability, and deliver benefits for better employee experience and engagement. Grace has over 13 years of employee benefits experience working with multinational clients to develop local and regional benefit programs involving flex, health and wellness, and third-party administration.

Tay Choon Hong CEO, Health Promotion Board (HPB)

Mr Tay Choon Hong is the Chief Executive of the Health Promotion Board (HPB), which is part of the Ministry of Health in Singapore. HPB’s role is to empower individuals to take ownership of their health, towards its vision of a nation of healthy people. To achieve this, HPB works with a wide spectrum of 3P partners and stakeholders to build a supportive ecosystem that enables Singaporeans to engage in healthy lifestyle activities, and lead healthier lives.

Mr Tay previously served in the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth; the Public Service Division and the National Population and Talent Division under the Prime Minister’s Office; the Ministry of Manpower; and the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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FAQ

Mental Health Festival is Intellect’s annual mental health symposium. In a series of workshops, presentations, and conversations, wellbeing experts and thought leaders across the globe share wisdom from decades of experience and insights derived from exclusive research.

The theme of the Intellect’s Mental Health Festival this year is “Expanding Horizons”. It’s about going beyond traditional notions of mental wellbeing solutions and working towards creating a mentally healthy environment for everyone.

24 Sep (Day 1) is an invite-only event. Please write to mhf@intellect.co to indicate your interest. 26 Sep (Day 2) will be held virtually. Anyone can attend for free, register here.

Our in-person sessions will be conducted in English as it ensures effective communication with our global audience.

However, we will be having multiple Global Markets Sessions on Day 2 for selected countries, Australia, Japan, and Vietnam which will be conducted in English, Japanese, and Vietnamese respectively.

Yes, the Intellect’s Mental Health Festival 2024 is completely free to attend, register here for our virtual sessions on Day 2!

For any queries, please write in to mhf@intellect.co

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