The PRCA APACD In-House Group brings together corporate affairs and communications professionals across the Asia-Pacific region, fostering collaboration, knowledge exchange, and professional growth.
Following the integration of the Asia-Pacific Association of Communications Directors (APACD) with the Public Relations & Communications Association (PRCA), the group serves as a dedicated network for in-house communications leaders, offering exclusive opportunities for learning, engagement, and industry insights.
With a mission to strengthen the in-house communications community, the group collaborates with PRCA’s specialist committees, thought leaders, and partners to equip members with the tools and expertise needed to navigate the evolving PR and corporate affairs landscape.
Open to professionals from diverse industries, the PRCA APACD In-House Group encourages shared best practices, peer-to-peer learning, and meaningful connections that drive innovation within corporate communications. Its sessions welcome PRCA APAC members from other groups, ensuring a truly integrated and dynamic experience.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
EXCLUSIVE APACD EVENTS
24th September: Comms Connect
With old and new members this event will celebrate the coming together of APACD & PRCA Asia Pacific. Over drinks and nibbles you will get a chance tocatch up with our committee members and hear from chairperson Shweta Shukla and Head of PRCA APAC, Ed Burleigh, on what’s in store for APACD.
Time: 6.00 -8.30 pm
Venue: Diageo Bar
10 Collyer Quay,
#20-01/04 Ocean Financial Centre,
Singapore 049315
14th October 2025: APACD-GlobeScan: The Future Corporate Affairs Agenda
This will be an interactive presentation and intimate discussion on the 2025 Oxford-GlobeScan Global Corporate Affairs Survey. Drawing on the perspectives of 245 senior practitioners worldwide, the session will unpack the forces reshaping corporate affairs — from rising geopolitical and regulatory risks to the shifting ESG agenda, the role of AI, and the renewed focus on trust and stakeholder engagement.
Time: 6.00 – 7.30 pm
Venue: TBD
25th November 2025 (TBD) – Event with Microsoft
Artificial Intelligence & Comms Industry
Time: 6.00 pm
Venue: Microsoft, 182 Cecil St, #13-01 Frasers Tower, Singapore 069547
December 2025 – Year end drinks
Details TBD
DISCOUNTED EVENTS
8 October: Corporate Affairs Forum
The Corporate Affairs Forum 2025 gathers the region’s most influential voices in corporate affairs, public affairs, government relations and communications. This year, we tackle a seismic question: Globalisation. Dead or On Hold? With rising geopolitical tensions, economic protectionism and the reshaping of
global supply chains, the rules of engagement are shifting fast. For organisations navigating APAC’s complex landscape the stakes have never been higher.
Time: 9am-5.15pmVenue: The American Club Singapore
Discount: APACD receives member discount
14th October 2025 – PRAXIS Asia Pacific Conference
PRAXIS Asia-Pacific is the region’s definitive gathering for public relations and communications leaders navigating a rapidly transforming landscape. The event will include an APACD forum focusing on the future of the function, along with a special keynote session with former Rolls Royce regional president Dr Bicky Bhangu on how communicators can succeed in the boardroom.
Time: 9.00 am – 4.30 pm
Venue: National Gallery Singapore
Discount: APACD members can use the discount code – APACD30 to get 30% off on the tickets
