Dona Amelia · April 14, 2025

Podcast: People Strategy Forum
April 14, 2025 · 32 min
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Global Speaker | Executive Coach | Leadership Trainer | Event Host & Moderator
Harvard-trained Harvard Medical School Executive Education graduate2024 Award Asia Empowerment Connector Award winner8× winner TV host of an award-winning infotainment programme20+ years Leadership coaching & training experience
Dona Amelia is a globally recognized keynote speaker, executive coach, and leadership trainer specializing in high-performance leadership, resilience, and team excellence. With over 20 years of experience, she has helped leaders and organizations worldwide elevate their leadership strategies, transform mindsets, and master high-impact communication.
A graduate of Harvard Medical School’s Executive Education Program, an ICF-accredited coach, and a Certified NLP Practitioner, Dona combines science-backed coaching methodologies with real-world business expertise to drive lasting impact.
As Co-Founder of EGN Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, she has built a thriving executive community, fostering knowledge-sharing and professional growth among senior leaders. Her ability to cultivate high-performance teams and meaningful connections has made her a trusted figure in leadership development.
Beyond the boardroom, Dona is an award-winning TV host, actress, and singer, known for her commanding stage presence and storytelling ability. Her entertainment background enhances her ability to engage and inspire diverse audiences.
Creator of the DONA Framework (Dreams, Opportunities, Never Give Up, Action), she has helped thousands achieve breakthrough success. Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice and Asia Empowerment Connector Award Winner (Singapore, 2024), she is known for her authenticity, peak performance strategies, and transformational storytelling. Whether coaching executives, leading teams, or delivering keynote speeches, her mission remains the same: to empower individuals and organizations to unlock their full potential and lead with purpose.
Executive networking is more than just exchanging business cards; it's about creating a powerful support system and a confidential space for growth. In this episode, we dive deep withDona Amelia, co-founder of the Executive Global Network (EGN), one of the world's largest executive networks, spanning Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Dona shares her unique journey from singer and actress to building a thriving community for nearly 1,000 senior executives. We explore the invaluable benefits of peer networking, the power of vulnerability among leaders, and how EGN provides a safe, ethical space for sharing challenges, gaining diverse perspectives, and even forging new business partnerships across countries. Join us as we uncover the secrets to effective executive networking and why it's essential for leaders to avoid feeling "Lonely at the Top."
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