Thank you to everyone who came to our intimate gathering last night at The Foundry in Singapore. We heard fascinating insights from GlobeScan into societal trends across Southeast Asia and how corporate affairs and communications leaders are recalibrating their priorities. The presentation sparked a lively discussion amongst the attendees which continued into the evening over a few glasses of wine. Thank you to Karl Lee and Leeam Goss-Layani from GlobeScan, to our APACD committee members in attendance Shweta Shukla, Asiya Bakht, Umesh Nair, Rimmi Harindran, Yanina Blaclard, Arun Sudhaman and to Ed Burleigh from PRCA APAC. Stay tuned for details of our next APACD event coming very soon! To enquire about becoming a PRCA / APACD member contact [email protected].
Asia-Pacific Association of Communication Directors
Public Relations and Communications Services
The Asia-Pacific Association of Communication Directors exists to serve & shape the in-house communications profession.
About us
The Asia-Pacific Association of Communication Directors (APACD) provides a peer network for mid- to senior-level communication professionals from all fields and industries across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss and formulate solutions to current communication challenges. The communications profession is becoming a key role in every company’s presence, values and strategy and thus it becomes more important than ever that the profession gathers to represent the entity of its occupational field, and to apply high professional standards to their work. APACD aims to establish common quality standards and advances professional qualifications within the field by providing publications and organising events and meetings. The APACD offers a platform of networking and exchange amongst its members and friends, and advances the visibility and reputation of the profession. It aims to foster diversity, overcome cultural barriers and to formulate communicative norms and expectations, resulting in the declaration of a pan-Asia-Pacific communication culture as a strong voice in an ever globalising world.
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- Public Relations and Communications Services
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- 2-10 employees
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- Hong Kong
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- Nonprofit
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- 2014
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- Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, and Leadership
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Looking forward to tomorrow's intimate event with GlobeScan on how corporate affairs professionals are navigating the current era. Secure your spot here: https://lnkd.in/esQae4zH
Still time to reserve your spot for tomorrow's free event from APACD and GlobeScan! 🗓️ 14 October 2025 🕔 5.45-7.30pm 📍 The Foundry, Singapore Drawing on recent GlobeScan insights into societal trends across Southeast Asia and beyond, along with findings from the 2025 Oxford-GlobeScan Corporate Affairs Survey, the discussion will explore how corporate affairs and communications leaders are recalibrating their priorities. This will be an intimate, collaborative dialogue with APACD peers on the role of business in today’s disruptive times. This event is open for in-house and agency communications professionals only. Register for this event here: https://lnkd.in/eEsHsg9b Asia-Pacific Association of Communication Directors
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Congratulations to APACD committee member Linda Lee on the launch of her podcast Semicolon Spaces! 👏 Check it out below...
Trust x Reputation x Tech Leader; Responsible AI learner and advocate; Semicolon Spaces Podcast Founder and Host; PRovoke Top 25 Innovators
"I realized that I put a lot of my own self-worth into the job" In the world where busyness is a badge of honour, the power of pauses is often neglected. They are not just breaks – they are moments for reflection and growth. In our first episode of Semicolon Spaces podcast, I'm so happy to interview Alisa Chopard, a dear friend and ex-teammate on her journey redefining her self-worth - from titles and appearances to fulfilment and peace of mind. Her unexpected pause with a layoff in her early career days became a catalyst for growth, helping her to see the importance of separating her self-worth from work. Alisa's experience serves as a reminder that our jobs do not define who we are. It was also about letting go – her definition of success, which was climbing the corporate ladder. Let’s hear from her and her story. Thank you, Alisa, for your tremendous support and love all these years! Please follow Semicolon Spaces for more pause stories. Listen on Spotify: https://lnkd.in/grGFjvcS Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gdExcJPc Read blog post: https://lnkd.in/giEkERKU #SemicolonSpaces #Pausemakers #Podcast #Success #Pause
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Building on the conversations at PRAXIS earlier in the day, this interactive session hosted by GlobeScan will deepen the focus on how corporate affairs professionals are navigating the current era. 🗓️ 14 October 2025 🕔 5.45-7.30pm 📍 The Foundry, Singapore Drawing on recent GlobeScan insights into societal trends across Southeast Asia and beyond, along with findings from the 2025 Oxford-GlobeScan Corporate Affairs Survey, the discussion will explore how corporate affairs and communications leaders are recalibrating their priorities. This will be an intimate, collaborative dialogue with APACD peers on the role of business in today’s disruptive times. This event is open for in-house and agency communications professionals only. Register for this event here: https://lnkd.in/eEsHsg9b
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Thank you to all who attended our inaugural APACD / PRCA mixer last night. What an awesome evening that was – the drinks, canapés and epic view certainly didn't disappoint but it was the energy and lively conversations from all of you that made the night truly special. A big thank you also to Azmar Sukandar and Diageo for hosting us. It was fantastic to hear from our new chair Shweta Shukla on upcoming APACD initiatives as well as from Jeremy Seow and Ed Burleigh from PRCA APAC. We’re really looking forward to growing the community and deepening our collaboration with PRCA APAC as we continue to raise the communications industry together. Look out for updates on our next events coming very soon...
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Fantastic to see Melissa Yee from APACD moderating this panel! APACD members receive a discount for tickets to the Corporate Affairs Forum. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/e7D62XJu
The final panel discussion of the Corporate Affairs Forum 2025 is definitely worth waiting for: "The New Corporate Generalist: Adapting to a Changing Global Landscape" sponsored by We. Communications. As globalisation evolves and Asia Pacific becomes more politically, economically and culturally diverse and divergent, the role of the corporate generalist has never been more challenging – or more essential. This session explores how corporate affairs leaders are adapting in order to thrive across functions, borders and expectations in an increasingly complex region. Tackling this important issue, we're pleased to introduce our expert panel: Moderator: Melissa Yee, Mastercard Panellists: Stephen Robertson, We. Corporate Affairs Lena Goh, Temasek Malminderjit Singh, Terra Corporate Affairs You're not going to want to miss this one! Get your tickets here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7D62XJu
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In case you missed it: join fellow in-house comms professionals at our Comms Connect mixer this Wednesday 🥂 🗓️ 24 September 🕕 6-8.30pm 📍Diageo Bar, 10 Collyer Quay, #20-01/04, Singapore Please register here by today to attend 👉 https://lnkd.in/g5_bTWVD Hope to see you there!
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MOS Baey will feature as guest of honour at the Corporate Affairs Forum on 8 October in Singapore. He will reflect on SG60 and look forward to Singapore’s continued place in a world that is growing more interconnected, yet more uncertain. APACD members can use their member discount for tickets here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7D62XJu
With less than three weeks to go until the Corporate Affairs Forum, we're particularly looking forward to this fireside conversation between Yam Keng Baey, Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth and Marcus Loh, Chair of our Public Affairs Group. In this special fireside conversation, MOS Baey offers his personal perspective on the role of culture in shaping a cohesive and resilient society. He reflects on his journey in public service, and shares his hopes for Singapore’s continued place in a world that is growing more interconnected, yet more uncertain. At a time when the nation charts its way forward, this dialogue is a timely reminder of the values that bind Singapore together – and the collective effort needed to take Singapore forward into a better, more inclusive future for all. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from MOS Baey and our stellar lineup of speakers! Book your tickets to the Corporate Affairs Forum now: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e7D62XJu
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We're thrilled to invite our in-house comms community to Comms Connect – an evening with APACD and PRCA APAC. 🗓️ 24 September 🕕 6-8.30pm 📍Diageo bar, Singapore 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g5_bTWVD This will be a great chance to catch up with other comms professionals over indulgent cocktails, canapés and the epic view from Diageo’s bar. 🥃 We will also say a few words on the APACD / PRCA APAC integration and upcoming initiatives. If you would like to attend, please register here by 22 September: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g5_bTWVD Hope to see you there!
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🌟 Meet Our Next Speaker for PRAXIS Asia - Pacific! 🌏 We’re excited to introduce Thomas Bunn, Global Chief Client Impact Officer, Zeno, who will be joining us at PRAXIS Asia Pacific 💡 Thomas brings years of expertise in helping businesses reimagine strategy, customer experience, and product design to drive sustainable growth. His global perspective and leadership at Zeno make him a true authority on delivering client impact through innovative solutions. 🎯 Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a visionary leader and elevate your understanding of business management and delivering excellence Register now and secure your seat for this power-packed event: praxisonline.world/apac #PRAXISAPAC Reputation Today Folgate Advisors Asia-Pacific Association of Communication Directors Arun Sudhaman Amith Prabhu Ameeta Vadhera Anubhuti Mathur Roshan Alexander Sarika Chavan
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