Conference by the Sea
One day. One coastline. One community growing together.
Join 200+ coaches and leaders on the shores of Penang for speakership sessions, a panel discussion, and live Coach to Coach breakout sessions that bring Penang’s coaching community together in one room.
Coach to Coach.
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27 November 2026
About the Event
Coaching by the SEA
On 27 November 2026, join us on the shores of Penang for a mastery-level event designed specifically for trained and certified coaches. Coaching by the SEA goes beyond the fundamentals, moving coaches from the “doing” of coaching to the “being” of a true master practitioner.
In today’s noisy, generalist market, standing out as a coach is harder than ever. This conference offers a clear path to specialisation, community leadership, and a future-ready practice, whether you are newly certified or a seasoned credential holder.
The SEA: our guiding idea
Build a resilient personal practice and nervous system, sustaining your own wellbeing while delivering long-term impact for the organisations and communities you serve.
Growth through genuine dialogue where coaches and leaders share breakthroughs, challenge each other’s thinking, and build a stronger collective practice.
Expand your systemic perspective to identify high-growth coaching niches and address the real social challenges within your community, with clarity and purpose.
Coach to Coach
Practice, together
PCX Conference by the Sea is built around live Coach to Coach breakout sessions. Coaches pair up for real coaching conversations, right there in the room. This is not a talk about coaching. It is coaching, practiced side by side with peers who care about getting better and better.
Bring your practice. Leave with a community.
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Voices That Transform
Three distinguished coaches covering the full spectrum of human potential, from inner life to business breakthroughs, mental wellness to peak physical health.
Dennis Akkerman MBA
Founder & Managing Director, Orbis Business School · Bestselling Author, The Naked Leader & Business As UNusual · Thinkers360 Global Top 25 in Transformational Leadership 2025 · LinkedIn Top Voice, Malaysia
Session: Life Coaching · Transforming from the Inside Out
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Coach K Tan
Founder, Wisdom Woods · Life Coach specialising in mental health & personal growth · Former Membership Director, Malaysian Association of Certified Coaches (MACC) · Passionate advocate for mental wellness in leadership
Session: Mental Health Coaching · Coaching the Mind, Freeing the Leader
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Dr. Tan Cheng Woi
DSWI Certified Health Coach · Dr. Amen Licensed Brain Health Trainer · Certified Sleep Science Coach · Founder of the REM Model (Rest, Eat, Move) for evidence-based leadership performance
Session: Health Coaching · The REM Model: Rest, Eat, Move to Lead Better
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Vellu Mahadevan
Country HR Director, Micron Malaysia · 22 years of multinational experience bridging technology and human development · ICF ACC accredited coach · Certified Chief Master Coach (CCMC)
Session: Leadership Coaching · To be announced
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Our Partners
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These organisations stand with us in building a landmark moment for Penang’s coaching community.
Panel Discussion
Holistic Coaching Approach
A moderated panel bringing all speakers together to explore coaching as a complete, integrated practice, spanning every dimension of human flourishing.
11:35 – 12:20 · 45 minutes · Moderated panel with audience Q&A
- Where life coaching meets business performance
- The mental health foundation behind every breakthrough
- How physical health directly shapes leadership capacity
- Integrating all coaching disciplines into a coherent personal practice
- Audience Q&A with all panelists
Panelists & Moderator: To be announced
Programme
Day at a Glance
27 November 2026 · Full-day conference · DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
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08:30
Registration & Light Refreshments · 30 min
Name tag collection · Light coffee, tea & refreshments
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09:00
Opening & MC Introduction · 10 min
Formal opening · Housekeeping notes · Agenda overview
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09:10
Welcoming Speech · 15 min
Address by the Organising Chairperson · Setting the scene for the day
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09:25
Keynote Address · 40 min
High-impact keynote to anchor the day and inspire participants
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10:05
Speaker Session 1 · 30 min
Speaker session · topic & speaker to be confirmed
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10:35
Photo & Morning Break · 30 min
Group photo for all participants · Refreshments
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11:05
Speaker Session 2 · 30 min
Speaker session · topic & speaker to be confirmed
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11:35
Panel Discussion: Holistic Coaching Approach · 45 min
Moderated discussion with all speakers · Covering the full spectrum of coaching
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12:20
Lunch Break & Networking · 130 min
Lunch · Peer networking · Sponsor exhibition · Informal coaching conversations
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14:30
Speaker Session 3 · 30 min
Speaker session · topic & speaker to be confirmed
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15:00
Coach to Coach Breakout · 60 min
Parallel peer coaching sessions · Live in the room · Multiple simultaneous rooms
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16:00
Photo Session · 5 min
Group photo
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16:05
Break & Afternoon Energizer · 15 min
Coffee break with light movement
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16:15
Open Mic: Reflection · 20 min
Open sharing · Key insights, commitments & action planning
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16:35
Closing Remarks & Appreciation · 25 min
Acknowledgements · Certificate presentation · Formal close of conference
Sponsorship
Partner With History
Associate your brand with Malaysia’s landmark coaching event. Reach senior leaders, certified coaches, and high-performing professionals from across the country.
- Power Lunch host + panel speaking slot (exclusive)
- Exhibition booth
- 3 pre-event email features
- 3 social media posts · 3-min in-session video
- Website sponsor page + banner
- Conference booklet cover + 2 pages
- 10 VIP passes
- Exhibition booth
- 2 pre-event email features
- 2 social media posts · 2-min in-session video
- Website sponsor page + banner
- Conference booklet cover + full page
- 6 VIP passes
- Exhibition booth
- 1 pre-event email feature
- 1 social media post · 1-min in-session video
- Website sponsor paragraph + logo
- Conference booklet half page
- 4 VIP passes
- Social media mention
- Website logo
- Conference booklet quarter page
- 2 VIP passes
Connect with decision-makers, practitioners, and thought leaders, and help power Malaysia’s largest Coach to Coach coaching event.
Request Sponsorship DeckVenue
DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
PCX Conference by the Sea will be held at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang, a stunning beachfront resort on Penang’s northern coastline, one of Malaysia’s most iconic destinations.
Penang, Malaysia, the Pearl of the Orient, a UNESCO World Heritage city known for its vibrant culture, world-class food, and stunning waterfront views.
- 🗓️ 27 November 2026 · Full day conference
- 📍 DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang · beachfront, northern Penang
- 🎫 Seats are limited. Register your interest early
What Participants Say
Voices from Past PCX Events
Real reflections from coaches who have attended previous Penang Coaching Exchange events.
“The panel sharing came at just the right time. It inspired me right before a very important employee coaching session the very next day. Truly impactful.”
“Coaching is about bringing out the best from the coachee by asking the right questions, and never being a ‘dimmer’ when it comes to listening.”
“Be present, listen deeply, ask why, and focus on the client. This event reminded me of the very heart of coaching. Very glad to be part of it!”
27 November 2026 · DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Penang
Ready to grow with us?
One day. One coastline. 200+ coaches and leaders. Standard tickets RM299, VIP experience available.
Get Your Ticket →Limited seats. Ticket reservations are open now.