For twelve years, he wrote for The New York Times, reporting on the brain and behavioral sciences. He has written over 10 books on psychology, education, science and leadership. Daniel gained worldwide recognition after the release of Emotional Intelligence, which was on the New York Times bestseller list for more than a year and a half. Goleman was elected a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science in recognition of his efforts in promoting the science. He was twice nominated for the Pulitzer Prize.

As a Managing Director of CDC Malaysia, Annie plays an important role in the practical and firm implementation of CDC to establish the center as a unique talent mobility platform not only in Malaysia, but also in the region. She has more than 20 years of experience in leading listed multi-national companies and government linked companies in business development, strategic human capital, development and consulting. She led a successful business before joining the CDC to contribute to national development. She is a certified pro master trainer in transition and executive career coaching. She holds MBA in International Business and Marketing.

Robert E. Quinn is Margaret Elliot Tracy Professor Emeritus at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. He is one of the founders and participants of the Positive Organizational Scholarship and co-founder of the Center for Positive Organizations. He is nationally recognized for his teaching and research work. He is known as a speaker, that can form a convincing evidence base and present it in a way that “inspires positive change”. Robert E. Quinn is one of the most frequently invited speakers in the speaking industry. His work focuses on leadership, organizational change and effectiveness. He has published 18 books. His Deep Change book has long been a bestseller and is read worldwide. His recent book, The Best Teacher in You, won the Ben Franklin Award as the best book in education. His latest book is The Positive Organization: Breaking Free of Conventional Cultures, Constraints and Beliefs. Robert E. Quinn is particularly known for his work on the competing values framework that has been used by thousands of organizations across the world. His paper, Moments of Greatness: Entering the Fundamental State of Leadership, was selected by the Harvard Business Review as one of the ten Must Reads on Managing Yourself. He has thirty-five years of experience consulting with major corporations and government agencies. He is a fellow of the Academy of Management and the World Business Academy.

Psychologist, coach and trainer in areas of personal and team development. Andy Barton is one of the leading performance consultants in the UK. His clients include Premier League footballers, European Tour golfers, British Olympians, international rugby players, cricketers, tennis players and Formula 1 drivers. Andy also works with clients from a wide range of other fields including business leaders, stage and screen actors, musicians, comedians, financial traders, entrepreneurs, politicians, designers, professional poker players and writers to name a few. Andy also works with clients from a wide range of industries, including business leaders, stage and screen actors, musicians, comedians, financial traders, entrepreneurs, politicians, designers and writers. A regular contributor to professional conferences, analyst and media commentator, Andy can often be seen as a sports event commentator on ITV News, BBC News, CNN, Channel 4 and others. Andys articles and reports can be read at Guardian, Eurosport, Cycling Plus, Motor Cycle News, and Fighting Fit Magazine.

American organizational theorist and Distinguished University Professor of Organizational Behavior, Psychology, and Cognitive Science at Case Western Reserve University. He is an expert in the field of emotional intelligence, behavior change, and competence.

American psychologist, one of the most respected and cited psychologists in the world. Author of many academic papers published in journals and books, several bestsellers. One of Mihai Chiksentmihayi’s ideas - the concept of flow - is known all over the world. The psychologist spent several decades studying the flow state. The eponymously-named book has been a huge hit and was translated into 30 languages.