At HR Tech Asia 2025, Joydeep Bose of Olam International emphasized the importance of identifying and nurturing an organization's 'superpower.'Olam's superpower revolves around ethical entrepreneurship, lean policies, and aligning personal purpose with organizational goals.HR leaders were urged to see talent strategy as a tool for embedding agility, leadership, and innovation.ServiceNow's Sri Kodali discussed transforming HR into a strategic driver of transformation and improving employee experiences.The debate on insourcing versus outsourcing highlighted the need for organizations to align sourcing strategies with operational goals.Mimi Nicklin stressed the importance of human connection over AI in the workplace, advocating for a culture of belonging and empathy.Brian Sommer emphasized the significance of HR building AI fluency and understanding implications across functions.A case study from PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering showcased the impact of job redesign on retention and employee value.Dr. Corrie Block discussed leading with love in the workplace, promoting empathy, trust, and respect as transformative leadership qualities.