The People Lab: A Taste of High-Performance Teams
Where strategy meets people.
A half-day, high-energy lab to turn stress, silos, and resistance into ownership, connection, and performance, with a Dutch twist (stroopwafels included). For CEOs, GMs, HR Directors & change-minded leaders who want their teams to own the strategy – not just follow it.
Co-hosted by Senz Strategy Consulting & Compana International
Why join
Most strategies fail not because the plan is bad, but because people aren’t aligned.
Teams are tired, communication feels heavy, and energy gets lost in daily firefighting.
The People Lab brings strategy back to life by focusing on the human side of execution, ownership, engagement, and emotionally intelligent collaboration.
This unique program combines:
- Senz’s purpose-driven transformation expertise (Karin van Zuilen)
- Compana’s people-science and Emotional Intelligence insights (Hein-Jan Lapidaire)
- Dennis Akkermans’s vision on leadership and self-awareness
Together, we explore how to make people the engine of change not the obstacle.
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Complimentary EI Profile
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Practical RISE Framework
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Dutch quiz & Surprises
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Networking drinks & Reflections
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Materials & Assessments Valued Over RM2,000
Early Bird
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Complimentary EI Profile
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Practical RISE Framework
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Dutch quiz & Surprises
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Networking drinks & Reflections
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Materials & Assessments Valued Over RM2,000
Open for registration
Date
5 November 2025
Time
1:00 – 4:30 PM
ICDM
Unit 9-01 & 9-02, Level 9, Mercu 2 KL Eco City Bangsar
What you’ll gain
At this half-day program, you’ll:
Learn how to transform stress and resistance into empowerment and ownership.
Discover how emotional intelligence styles impact leadership and collaboration.
Explore practical frameworks (RISE™, Emotional Intelligence) you can apply immediately.
Exchange perspectives with senior peers on shaping the future of people and culture in Malaysia.
In Collaboration with the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM)
The People Lab™ will take place at the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM), the national institute dedicated to advancing board and leadership excellence.
Join us at ICDM’s executive training facility in Kuala Lumpur – a welcoming, professional space designed for learning, inspiration, and meaningful peer exchange.
Note: Parking is limited. We encourage participants to use Grab or public transport. The venue is easily accessible via the Abdullah Hukum LRT and Mid Valley KTM stations.
Programme Agenda
1:00 PM Arrival & Stroopwafel Welcome
Begin the afternoon with coffee, tea, and authentic Dutch stroopwafels — a light networking session that sets the tone for open, human-centred dialogue.
1:30 PM | Welcome Note by Diana Seow, SVP, ICDM
A brief welcome from the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia, setting the context for leadership development and collaboration among senior peers.
1:35PM | Welcome Note by Karin & Hein Jan
An introduction to the core question driving The People Lab™ — why well-planned strategies fail, and how understanding human dynamics can transform performance.
1:45PM | Keynote: Be a Naked Leader with Dennis Akkerman
Why Self Awareness is the #1 Leadership Trait. A provocative and practical look at authentic leadership — how self-awareness and courage to “lead unmasked” drive lasting influence and transformation.
2:05PM Connection Break [Dutch Flavours & New Connections]
An intermission to refresh, network, and reflect on the morning’s insights — featuring Dutch treats and informal conversations with peers.
2:25PM | Breakout A: Why Teams Work — or Don’t with Karin van Zuilen(Senz)
Experience why some teams move fast while others stall. Through reflection, insight, and interaction, you’ll uncover what really drives collaboration – and walk away with your own next step to make strategy live in people.
Participants rotate so everyone experiences both sessions.
3:15PM | Breakout B: Emotional Intelligence in Action with Hein Jan Lapidaire(Compana)
See how EI insights unlock collaboration. Learn how small awareness shifts can transform trust and execution. Includes a complimentary Emotional Intelligence profile.
4:05PM | Collective Debrief
A facilitated discussion that integrates key learnings from both sessions — the RISE™ model, EI insights, and the small “ingredients” that build lasting performance. Participants leave with clear actions to apply back at work.
4:20PM | Dutch Quiz & Surprises
A lighthearted close to the day — reinforcing learning through shared moments and continued conversation among peers.
4:30PM | Networking Drinks & Conversations
Meet the Speakers
Global Experts in Leadership, Strategy, and People Science
Meet the Speakers
Global Experts in Leadership, Strategy, and People Science
Karin van Zuilen
Strategy & Team Transformation Expert, Founder of Senz Strategy Consulting
Karin brings over 25 years of international leadership experience, helping organisations break silos and ignite ownership. Creator of the RISE™ model, she blends strategy with psychology to deliver lasting change in teams.
Hein-Jan Lapidaire
Managing Director, Compana International & Psychometric Assessment Expert
With nearly three decades in psychometrics, Hein has led teams across Europe, Australia, and Asia. He now heads Compana International, guiding organisations to unlock self-awareness, engagement, and high-performance cultures through assessment science.
Dennis Akkerman
Author of The Naked Leader, Founder of Orbis Business School
Dennis is a global speaker and transformation coach who has worked with leaders across 30+ countries. His provocative yet practical approach challenges leaders to embrace authenticity and drive sustainable performance.
Secure Your Seat
Limited Seats Available — Register Now
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience The People Lab and join senior peers shaping the future of people and culture in Malaysia.
