Fermin Diez - PhD, SHRM-SCP, GRP, IHRP-MP, FSID

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Board Member at Latin American Chamber of Commerce, Singapore

Singapore, Singapore

Overview

Fermin Diez is a C-suite HR leader and board director with vast global experience across corporate, consulting, and academic sectors. A Wharton MBA alumnus and author of three books, he is an award-winning adjunct professor at SMU, recognized for shaping HR leaders and improving board director skills in Singapore.

Outside of his professional life, Fermin is a passionate endurance runner, documenting his athletic journeys and travels online with the hashtag "#runningawayfromhome". His discipline is evident in his commitment to fitness, even while managing a demanding global career and recovering from a recent knee surgery.

Interesting fact: Last year, Fermin ran a total of 1, 488 kilometers, which averages out to more than 28 kilometers every week.

Personality Overview

Informal

Friendly But Fast

Achievement-Oriented

They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies.  They respond better to a combination of speed and relationship. If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion.

Topics They Care About

HR Analytics
He co-authored the book "Fundamentals of HR Analytics" and teaches the subject at multiple universities, positioning him as a leading expert in data-driven HR strategy.
AI's Role in HR
He frequently speaks and writes about the impact of Generative AI, like ChatGPT, on the HR profession, advocating for its use to complement human empathy.
The Future of Pay
Actively blogs on new compensation models and is an academic adviser to TR2050, a think tank dedicated to innovating how employees are paid.

Media Appearances

Governing Council - Fermin Diez. Featured in Singapore Institute of Directors

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Work History

1-2024
Board Member at Latin American Chamber of Commerce, Singapore
1-2024
Board Member and Chair of HR Committee at SPD
10-2023
Governing Council Member and Co-Chair of Accreditation and Professional Development Committee at Singapore Institute of Directors
7-2023
Council and Exco Member at Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI)
Adjunct Professor at Singapore Management University

Education

2014 - 2017
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD from Singapore Management University
1983 - 1985
MBA from The Wharton School

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Exp : 2 Location : Singapore, Singapore Job Level : N/A Designation : Board Member at Latin American Chamber of Commerce, Singapore
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Insights For Selling To Fermin

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Give them control of the sales process
  • Help them visualize the impact of their decision
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don't make any commitments that you might not be able to fulfill
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Fermin is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Fermin

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Fermin move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can Fermin take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And Fermin

Personality Compatibility


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