Let’s Talk About Bias

Unconscious Bias is the biggest disabler of diversity. We all have bias, but do we realize the impact it has on our decision making, both privately as well as at work? Are you aware of your own biases?

[Bias: Inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair.]

Snap assessments of others, positive or negative, is something we all do on a daily basis. These quick categorisations of individuals – typically towards gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability and weight – are called biases. They are formed by past situations, experiences, background and culture. Becoming aware of our own biases and changing our behaviours is key in contributing to a more diverse and inclusive society.

In our second outing with KeyNote Women Speakers, we aim to start the process of making the unconscious conscious and take a first step in reducing our own biases. Are you brave enough to become an alley or even an advocate to move the needle in these courageous conversations?

Our experienced speaker panel will kick off by explaining what bias is, share their inspirational, personal stories before engaging on this topic in a panel discussion.

Please join us for this inspiring evening!

About the speakers

Kaumudi Goda – Global Leader and KeyNote Speaker specialized in Bias, Writer and Coach with extensive experience in Human Capital Strategy and Law. Kaumudi will set the scene with her keynote on Defining Bias and will also moderate the panel discussion.

Jack Loh – Global Head of Financial Markets Sales at ING. He is a strong supporter of diversity and inclusion. As a leader of very diverse teams in multiple countries across the globe, Jack will bring plenty of inspirational business experience to the discussion.

Adele Hung – KeyNote Speaker, Head of Established Portfolio and Digital GSK, Chairperson of Women’s Leadership Initiative GSK Singapore. Adele will share her inspirational story on bias with us and join the panel discussion after that.

Mieke De Schepper – Managing Director Asia Pacific and EVP Online Travel at Amadeus. Mieke brings extensive experience in leading diverse teams across the globe. During the session as part of the panel, she will share her personal experiences with bias and privilege.

Note: if you join this event, you agree that your email address and name will be shared with our partner KeyNote Women Speakers.