Fiona Hagan (Malaysia)
Fiona Hagan is the General Manager of Shangri-La Rasa Ria Resort & Spa, a role she has held for eight years. An Australian national, Fiona brings extensive regional experience across Malaysia, Australia, Thailand, Vietnam, and China, with a strong foundation in sales, marketing, and revenue management. Prior to joining Shangri-La, she served as General Manager of Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu and later led the pre-opening team at St. Regis Changsha, China.
Known for her people-centric leadership style, Fiona is deeply committed to sustainability, environmental conservation, and community engagement. She has championed eco-conscious initiatives at Rasa Ria, embedding responsible practices into resort operations while fostering a culture of care, collaboration, and long-term impact within the hospitality industry.
DAY 1 (Wednesday) 4th February
Future Builders: Empowering Emerging Talent for Global Industry Transformation
Plenary Session III (55 minutes) : The next generation will shape the future of Business Events—and the world they will inherit demands new competencies, leadership mindsets and global fluency. This session highlights the importance of future talent pipelines, skill mobility and creating leadership opportunities that shape a progressive and resilient industry.