# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Technology is the tool. Humanity is the Cheat Code.About this EventEfficiency is no longer your ultimate competitive advantage. Anyone can buy software.In 2026, the real differentiator for budding entrepreneurs and new founders isn't how fast your AI can generate code or optimize a workflow—it’s how your business connects with people. As automation becomes the absolute baseline for daily operations, the market is experiencing massive tech fatigue. The future doesn't belong to the founders with the most automations; it belongs to the leaders who treat human connection as their ultimate business growth hack.Welcome to the next edition of our fireside series: "The Future of Work: High-Tech vs. High-Touch." We’re bringing together global tech strategists, luxury hospitality leaders, and organizational development experts to give you the exact operational playbook required to survive and thrive in an automated economy.Here is what we are breaking down:The Human Advantage: Wendy Zheng (Head of Event Marketing APJ, Datadog) dissects how to navigate tech disruption. When AI democratizes knowledge, uniquely human traits like trust, judgment, and adaptability become your business's ultimate moat.The High-Touch Standard: Marcel Holman (General Manager, Artyzen Singapore) analyzes how the future of work splits into high-efficiency automation and high-touch experiential service, and why emotional intelligence is your highest-value asset.The Operational Playbook: Ang Woon Jiun (Managing Partner, The Talent Craftsmen) maps out the transition from AI anxiety to human empowerment. Discover why your day-one mandate is to stop hiring for static resumes, and start auditing for curiosity, empathy, and pivot-speed.This isn’t about tech replacing humans. It’s about using tech to handle the logistics so we can focus on the relationships that actually drive revenue.Stop optimizing purely for algorithms. Start building for humans.Location:Lifelong Learning Institute11 Eunos Rd 8, Singapore 408601Level 4, Beach RoomTerms and ConditionsBy registering for and attending this Fireside Chat and Networking session, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions.Participant Conduct and RemovalThe Organizers reserve the right to remove any participant from the session who is disruptive, engages in abusive or inappropriate behavior, or violates the spirit of a positive, professional learning and networking environment. In such cases, the participant will forfeit access.Postponement, Rescheduling, or CancellationIn the event that the session needs to be postponed or canceled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., trainer illness, major technical failure, low attendance), the Organizers will make every effort to reschedule the session and notify all registered participants. As this is a complimentary session, no monetary compensation will be provided for cancellations. The Organizers will endeavor to provide participants with as much notice as possible.Session Recording and UsageThe Organizers may record this session. By attending, you acknowledge and agree that the Organizers have the right to utilize such recordings for internal training, content improvement, and marketing purposes. This may include using pictures, audio excerpts, or video portions of the session where participants may appear or be heard.No Unauthorized Recording by ParticipantsParticipants are strictly prohibited from making any audio, video, or photographic recordings of the session, including but not limited to presentations, panel discussions, and Q&A, without the express prior written approval of the Organizers.Intellectual Property (IP)All materials provided during the webinar, including but not limited to slides, downloadable handouts, worksheets, and proprietary methodologies, are the Intellectual Property of the Organizers. These materials are provided to the participant for personal, non-commercial use only and may not be reproduced, distributed, posted online, or used for commercial training purposes without prior written consent.Limitation of LiabilityAs this is a complimentary session, the Organizers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages (including, but not limited to, loss of profits, data, or goodwill) arising from your participation in this free webinar session.AgendaPre-Event Networking and Light RefreshmentsModerator's opening addressHost: Jesmin TanHuman Advantage in the Age of AIHost: Wendy ZhengThe Future of Hospitality WorkHost: Marcel HolmanThe Operational Playbook: Bridging Capability & ConnectionHost: Ang Woon JiunPanel DiscussionQuestions and Answers - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/paya-lebar/the-future-of-work-high-tech-vs-high-touch/100001990981013808 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, virtual, webinar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Lifelong Learning Institute - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: SGD ## Event venue details - **city**: Paya Lebar - **state**: SG - **country**: Singapore - **location**: Lifelong Learning Institute - **lat**: 1.3197069 - **long**: 103.8923401 - **full address**: Lifelong Learning Institute, 11 Eunos Road 8, Paya Lebar, Singapore ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/90d025c4074ef975b09591950975661e5e2e915d7837da7234ebc37bb2158bce-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1781609568 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch being held? - **A:** The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch takes place on Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Thu, 02 Jul, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Lifelong Learning Institute, 11 Eunos Road 8, Paya Lebar, Singapore. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch? - **A:** The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch is organized by The Talent Craftsmen. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Future of Work: High-Tech vs High-Touch is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Paya Lebar, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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