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Sabah International Conference on Leadership & People Development 2027

Leading With Emotional Intelligence

From Leadership Insight to Organisational Performance

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05 & 06April 2027

Monday & Tuesday
5-star resort hotel, Kota Kinabalu

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RM2,200 normal rate · RM1,870 group rate (15% off, min 3 pax)

For leaders, managers and HR teams across Malaysia, Singapore and Australia.

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From RM1,870 per person (group of 3+)

The future of leadership is fundamentally human.

In a world defined by complexity, rapid change and increasing pressure on people and organisations, leadership can no longer rely on technical expertise, authority or established processes alone.

Effective leadership requires the ability to understand ourselves, regulate our responses, recognise the needs of others and build meaningful, high-trust relationships that enable people and organisations to perform at their best.

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Movand Academy Veraison International Collaboration

Expert corporate psychologists, flown to you from Australia

The programme is conducted in collaboration with Veraison, an Australia-based organisational psychology and corporate culture consultancy in Perth, with its expert facilitators bringing international experience and contemporary approaches in leadership and emotional intelligence.

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Transformational, not informational. Experience-led. Practical & applied. Self-directed. Evidence-based.

Four pillars. Eight modules. Two days.

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  1. Module 1

    Self-Awareness

    Recognising Your Own Emotions, Triggers, Values and Impact on Others, in Real Time, Not Just in Hindsight.

  2. Module 2

    Self-Mastery

    Regulating Your Emotional State and Deliberately Choosing Your Response, Even Under Real Pressure.

  3. Module 3

    Social Awareness

    Reading the Emotional and Psychological State of Others, and of the Team as a Whole, Not Just Your Own Experience.

  4. Module 4

    Social Mastery

    Using That Insight to Build Trust, Influence Others and Create Genuine Psychological Safety in a Team.

Day 1 · Monday 5 April

  • Module 1: Self-Awareness (Your Emotional Blueprint)
  • Module 2: Self-Mastery (Leading Yourself Under Pressure)
  • Module 3: Social Awareness (Reading & Understanding Others)
  • Module 4: Social Mastery (Building Trust & Influence)

Day 2 · Tuesday 6 April

  • Module 5: Building Psychologically Safe Teams
  • Module 6: EI in Action, Difficult Conversations & Feedback
  • Module 7: From Safety to High Performance (with the international case study)
  • Module 8: Your Transformation: New Beliefs, New Possibilities
  • Grand Plenary Panel

Four speakers.
Two days.

Expert corporate psychologists flown to you directly from Australia, plus an international case study from an accomplished civil and structural engineer.

  • Ashley Hunt, Director, Veraison WA

    Ashley Hunt

    Director, Veraison WA
    Self‑AwarenessSocial Mastery

    Culture and Change Expert and Executive Coach with over 20 years of experience across local government, utilities, resources, and psychology.

  • Abby Hunt, Counselling Psychologist, Veraison WA

    Abby Hunt

    Counselling Psychologist, Veraison WA
    Self‑MasterySafe teams

    Over 20 years of experience in leadership development, culture transformation, conflict resolution, and psychological safety.

  • Damian Panozza, organisational psychologist

    Damian Panozza

    Organisational psychologist
    Social AwarenessFeedback

    AHPRA Endorsed Organisational Psychologist. Designed and facilitated national capability/leadership programs for over 3,500 business bankers (National Australia Bank).

  • John Shui Kun Wong, civil and structural engineer

    John Shui Kun Wong

    Engineering Management Services to Local Councils
    International case study

    Over 35 years of engineering, managerial and leadership experience in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia.

All four speakers sit on the Grand Plenary Panel on Day 2, with open-floor questions.
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Ashley John Hunt

Director, Veraison WA · veraison.com.au

Ash is an experienced Culture and Change Expert and Executive Coach with over 20 years of experience across local government, utilities, resources, and psychology. He specializes in executive coaching (CEOs, Elected Members, and Boards), culture transformation, safety leadership, and psychological safety.

Current Roles

  • Director, VeraisonWA (2010 – Present): Co-founder specializing in executive coaching, culture optimization programs, safety leadership, and strategic facilitation.
  • Managing Director, DataDrivesInsight.com (2020 – Present): Co-founder managing an assessment platform focused on leadership, culture, and psychological safety.
  • Panel-Approved CEO Coach: LG Professionals WA.

Selected Key Achievements

  • Safety Performance: Reduced TRIFR by 79% and SIFR by 100% while increasing hazard reporting for a major Western Australian utilities organization.
  • Culture Transformation: Boosted staff satisfaction (40 to 69) and motivation (36 to 76) during an 18-month culture program for a non-profit.
  • Change Management: Led change management during a CEO transition, major restructure, and merger preparation for a 200 FTE organization facing regulatory shifts.

Previous Experience

  • Project Director & Management Consultant, JMJ Associates (2012 – 2017): Delivered safety culture transformation projects for major resource clients, including Chevron (Gorgon & Wheatstone), BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto, and Origin APLNG.

Education & Top Accreditations

  • Qualifications: MBA (Curtin University), Bachelor of Social Work (Edith Cowan University), BA in Psychology & Sociology (La Trobe University).
  • Certifications: Human Synergistics Accredited Practitioner (OCI/OEI, LSI, GSI, LI/MI), DDI Accredited Practitioner (CILCA, HILCA, TeamExcel, LeaderExcel), SHL Occupational Testing, and Certificate IV in Training & Assessing.

Local Government & Project Experience

  • Project Lead / Facilitator: Shire of Capel, Shire of Manjimup, City of Busselton, City of Belmont, Waverley Council, Town of Victoria Park, City of South Perth, City of Kwinana, City of Canning, City of Melville, and Sadleirs.

Abigail Kate Hunt

Counselling Psychologist, Veraison WA · veraison.com.au

Abby is a Counselling Psychologist and Leadership Specialist with over 20 years of experience in leadership development, culture transformation, conflict resolution, and psychological safety. Her approach combines psychological insight with practical frameworks to help CEOs, Executives, Elected Members, and frontline leaders build high-performing, constructive workplace cultures.

Current Roles

  • Co-Founder & Managing Director, Veraison WA (2010 – Present): Executive coach and trusted advisor delivering leadership transformation programs, executive coaching, and clinical/P&D training across local government, mining, aged care, and community sectors.
  • Co-Founder, DataDrivesInsight.com (2020 – Present): Oversees the management of a leadership, culture, and psychological safety assessment platform.

Selected Key Project Experience

  • Anglicare Australia: Conducts executive coaching and team development using TeamExcel diagnostic tools to analyze psychological safety, address operational blockers, and embed micro-learnings and constructive team behaviors.
  • Brightwater Care Group: Designed and delivered a multi-year, organization-wide leadership transformation program, including capability mapping, co-designed leadership modules, and executive coaching.
  • Specialized Programs: Developed niche initiatives such as FIFO couple support programs, safety leadership, Solution-Focused Coaching, Schema-Focused Therapy, and mediation/conflict resolution interventions.

Previous Professional Experience

  • Manager of Organisational Development, PRIMEXL Corporate Psychology (2004 – 2010): Managed corporate psychology initiatives, designed transformational leadership programs, and provided professional mediation to resolve team conflict and dysfunctional relational patterns.

Key Speaking Engagements

  • Guest Speaker, Women in Leadership Summit Perth (2024)
  • Guest Speaker, LG Professionals NSW Conference (2024)
  • Guest Speaker, LG Professionals VIC Conference (2024)
  • Guest Speaker, ‘Making of Me’ LunchBoxList

Education, Qualifications & Accreditations

  • Qualifications: MSc in Counselling Psychology (Curtin University), Postgraduate Diploma in Rehabilitation Psychology (Curtin University).
  • Accreditations & Training: Trained Mediator; Human Synergistics Accredited (LSI & GSI); DataDrivesInsight Accredited (TeamExcel, LeaderExcel, CILA, HILCA); Specialist training in Schema, Solution-Focused, and EI-based frameworks.

Selected Client & Local Government Experience

  • Major Clients: BHP Billiton, Silver Chain / RDNS, Brightwater Care Group, Anglicare Australia, Stirling Alliance.
  • Local Government Projects: Project Lead / Delivery Team for City of Melville, City of Subiaco, City of Perth, City of Armadale, Town of Victoria Park, City of South Perth, City of Kwinana, and City of Canning.

Damian Panozza

Organisational psychologist · veraison.com.au

Organisational Psychologist, Executive Leadership Coach, and Capability Specialist with extensive experience across corporate, government, sports, and non-profit sectors. They specialize in applying human-centered design, agile practices, neuroleadership, and evidence-based psychology to drive organizational culture, executive performance, and workplace wellbeing.

Overview & Summary

  • Role & Title: Organisational Psychologist, Executive Leadership & Capability Coach, Corporate Consultant.
  • Key Affiliations: Co-consultant/associate with Veraison WA, DataDrivesInsight.com (DDI), DeakinCo., Swinburne Edge, and Peter Berry Consulting.
  • Core Focus: Executive coaching, C-Suite & Board development, culture transformation, workplace wellbeing, and psychological/psychosocial safety.
  • Methodologies & Tools: Utilizes Neuroleadership (SCARF model, Growth Mindset), Human-Centered Design, Agile frameworks, and psychological evidence-based models (CBT, ACT, Mindfulness).
  • Psychometric Expertise: Accredited practitioner across major diagnostic suites, including Hogan, Saville Wave, Human Synergistics (LSI/GSI), DISC, and Coach@Work.

Professional Background & Experience

  • Executive Coaching & Leadership: Works with C-Suite executives, Boards, and senior leaders across diverse sectors including banking/finance, mining, health, technology, government, and sport.
  • Key Projects & Impact:
  • National Australia Bank (NAB): Designed and facilitated national capability/leadership programs for over 3,500 business bankers.
  • Australian Red Cross: Provided executive coaching to the Board and Executive team to guide major organizational change and leadership development.
  • Corporate & Sports Consulting: Delivered team performance, culture, and alignment initiatives for organizations such as IBM, Inventium, and the Geelong Cats Football Club (focusing on work-life balance frameworks and Reconciliation Action Plans).

Education & Accreditations

  • Master of Industrial & Organisational Psychology – Deakin University (Recipient of the Barry Fallon Award for Best Thesis)
  • Graduate Diploma of Psychology & Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology)
  • AHPRA Endorsed Organisational Psychologist and Board-Approved Psychology Supervisor.
  • Certified Brain-Based Coach (NeuroLeadership Institute) & Agile Certified Professional.

John Shui Kun Wong

Engineering Management Services to Local Councils

Accomplished Civil and Structural Engineer with over 35 years of engineering, managerial and leadership experience in the civil and structural engineering industries in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia. Worked in both the government and private sectors. Proven record in driving tactical and strategic transformation, team culture optimization, developing innovative civil engineering strategies and solutions, leading outcome focused negotiations with stakeholders, optimizing infrastructure asset design, construction and maintenance performance outcome, and embedding innovative lifecycle management practices for long‑term financial sustainability.

  • Recognised for empowering high‑performing teams, fostering trust among diverse stakeholder groups and delivering complex infrastructure and public facility designs and construction programs exceeding $100 million in combined budgets. A visionary and down to earth leader committed to knowledge sharing, excellence, ethical governance, safety and continuous improvement aligned with community and organisational vision and values. A member of Institute of Engineers Aust and International Coaching Federation.
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3,500

business bankers through Damian Panozza’s national leadership programs at National Australia Bank

20+ years

Ashley and Abby Hunt, each, in leadership, culture and change

35 years

John Shui Kun Wong’s engineering and leadership experience in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia

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Who should attend?

Aspiring and visionary leaders, senior professionals, and decision‑makers who manage high-stress environments, diverse teams, and rapid organisational change.

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  • Executive & C-Suite LeadershipCEOs, Managing Directors, Founders, Board Members, and C-Suite Executives.
  • People, Culture & L&D SpecialistsHR Directors, Head of Talents, and Learning & Development Managers.
  • Government-Linked & Public Sector OfficialsJunior and Senior civil servants, Directors, and Undersecretaries at state agencies and GLCs.
  • Technical & Analytical LeadersChief Engineers, Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Civil Engineers, IT Directors, Project Managers, and Financial Controllers.
  • Resource & Heavy Industry ManagersDirectors, Estate Managers, and Operations Heads in the Plantation, Energy, Logistics, and Oil & Gas sectors.
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Why Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Kota Kinabalu is the gateway to Sabah. Movand Academy is the training division of MOQS Consultants, a Sabah-based firm, so you are learning from a Sabah-based team alongside Australian experts.

Fees

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Normal RateRM2,200.00
Group Rate · 15% Off (Min 3 Pax)RM1,870.00
  • What you get
  • 2 daysMonday 5 and Tuesday 6 April 2027
  • 8 modulesacross the four pillars of emotional intelligence
  • Grand Plenary Panelall four speakers, with open-floor questions

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Movand Academy is a training division of MOQS Consultants Sdn Bhd (MyCoID: 200901015076).

Paying with your HRD Corp levy?

This conference is registered as an HRD Corp claimable programme, subject to the applicable HRD Corp requirements, employer eligibility and relevant grant approval. Eligible employers may apply for funding in accordance with the applicable HRD Corp procedures, terms and conditions. Funding and claims are subject to the relevant requirements and approval.

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HRD Corp Training Programme No. 10001776702, approved under HRD Corp Claimable Courses (valid to 20 October 2027). Employer grant approval is separate and subject to HRD Corp requirements.

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Movand Academy is a training division of MOQS Consultants Sdn Bhd (MyCoID: 200901015076).

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The Sabah team behind the conference

Movand Academy is the training division of MOQS Consultants Sdn Bhd, a multidisciplinary consulting firm based in Sabah since 2009. MOQS is an HRD Corp Registered Training Provider.

Questions, answered

When and where is the conference?

5 and 6 April 2027 (Monday and Tuesday), at a 5-star resort hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

Is it HRD Corp claimable?

It is registered as an HRD Corp claimable programme, subject to HRD Corp requirements, employer eligibility and grant approval.

How much does it cost?

RM2,200 normal rate, or RM1,870 each for a group of 3 or more (15% off).

How do I register?

Fill in the online registration form. Bank transfer details are inside the form. You can also email admin@movand.com.my or call +60 16-798 4153 with any question.

Are there CPD points?

CPD points have been applied for.

Who is the organiser?

Movand Academy, a training division of MOQS Consultants Sdn Bhd (MyCoID: 200901015076), an HRD Corp Registered Training Provider, in collaboration with Veraison, Perth.

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Be part of 2 Days of international insights, leadership perspectives and practical approaches to emotional intelligence, people development and organisational performance.

Leading on technical expertise alone leaves trust, teams and results to chance. Leading with emotional intelligence builds the high-trust relationships where people perform at their best.

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5–6 April 2027 · Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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