PCX Conference by the Sea 2026 — Penang, Malaysia

Malaysia Book of Records Event

Penang Coaching Exchange Presents

PCX Conference
by the Sea

27 November 2026

📍 Penang, Malaysia

4 World-Class Speakers

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Meet the Speakers

Get to know the four world-class coaches shaping the future of professional coaching in Malaysia. Coming soon: exclusive video introductions.

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Speaker Video

Exclusive video introductions from our four featured speakers launching soon. Check back for coaching insights and personal stories.

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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.

Sustainability

Build a resilient personal practice and nervous system — sustaining your own wellbeing while delivering long-term impact for the organisations and communities you serve.

Empowerment

Master new-age coaching competencies and learn to integrate AI ethically — ensuring your expertise remains a strategic differentiator in a rapidly automating world.

Awareness

Expand your systemic perspective to identify high-growth coaching niches and address the real social challenges within your community — with clarity and purpose.

4 Expert Speakers

200+ Coaches Expected

1 Day Full Conference

MBR Record Attempt

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Making Malaysian History

PCX Conference by the Sea is proud to announce an official attempt at the Malaysia Book of Records. This milestone event will bring together the largest assembly of professional coaches in Malaysia — a landmark moment for the nation’s coaching community. Be part of something that has never been done before. Your presence is part of the record.

Why Attend

Elevate Your Coaching Practice

Four pathways to mastery. Choose your focus and grow as a coach in the areas that matter most to your practice.

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Master Your Craft

Deep-dive sessions on life coaching, business coaching, mental health, and physical wellbeing. Move from competent to exceptional.

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Build Your Community

Network with 200 certified coaches across Malaysia. Form peer groups, find accountability partners, and grow together as a community.

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Future-Proof Your Practice

Learn how to integrate AI ethically into your coaching. Stay ahead of market shifts and build a sustainable, resilient practice.

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Make a Real Impact

Identify high-growth coaching niches and address real social challenges in your community. Coach with clarity and purpose.

Featured Speakers

Voices That Transform

Four distinguished coaches covering the full spectrum of human potential — from inner life to business breakthroughs, mental wellness to peak physical health.

Life Coaching

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

Life Coaching — Transforming from the Inside Out

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Business Breakthrough

Ian Wong

Managing Director & Group Head, International Management, UOB · Certified Chief Master Coach · Former leadership roles at Bank of America & HSBC · Keynote speaker on purposeful leadership across Asia

Business Breakthrough — Thriving with Purpose & Intentional Leadership

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Mental Health Coaching

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

Mental Health Coaching — Coaching the Mind, Freeing the Leader

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Health Coaching

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

Health Coaching — The REM Model: Rest, Eat, Move to Lead Better

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Panel Discussion

Holistic Coaching Approach

A moderated panel bringing all four speakers together to explore coaching as a complete, integrated practice — spanning every dimension of human flourishing.

Holistic Coaching Approach

Panel Discussion · 11:25 – 12:25 · 60 minutes

Moderated Panel · All Speakers

Life does not exist in silos — and neither does coaching. This panel session brings together our four distinguished coaches to explore how life, business, mental health, and physical wellbeing are deeply interconnected. Discover how a truly holistic coaching approach can unlock transformation across every aspect of who you are.

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 four panelists

Panelists — To Be Announced

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Panelist 1

To Be Announced

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Panelist 2

To Be Announced

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Panelist 3

To Be Announced

Moderator

Moderator — TBA

To be announced

Programme

Day at a Glance

27 November 2026 · Full-day conference · Penang, Malaysia

08:30

Registration & Light Refreshments · 30 mins

Name tag collection for participants · Light coffee, tea & refreshments
09:00

Opening & MC Introduction · 10 mins

Formal opening · Housekeeping notes · Agenda overview · Set the tone for the day
09:10

Welcoming Speech · 15 mins

Address by Organising Chairperson · Conference objectives and context setting
09:25

Keynote Address · 45 mins

High-impact keynote to anchor the coaching theme and inspire participants
10:10

Speaker Session 1 · 45 mins

Speaker session — topic & speaker to be confirmed
10:55

Group Photo & Morning Break · 30 mins

Managed group photo for 200 participants for Malaysia Book of Records · Refreshments
11:25

Panel Discussion — Holistic Coaching Approach · 60 mins

Moderated discussion with all speakers · Covering the full spectrum of life coaching
12:25

Lunch Break & Networking · 125 mins

Lunch · Peer networking · Sponsor exhibition · Informal coaching conversations
14:30

Speaker Session 2 · 45 mins

Speaker session — topic & speaker to be confirmed
15:15

Afternoon Energiser Break · 15 mins

Coffee break with light movement to counter the post-lunch energy dip
15:30

Coaching Breakouts MBR · 90 mins

Parallel breakout coaching sessions · Malaysia Book of Records attempt · Multiple simultaneous rooms
17:00

Consolidation & Reflection · 20 mins

Individual reflection · Key insights, commitments & action planning · Group sharing
17:20

Closing Remarks & Appreciation · 10 mins

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.

Venue

By the Penang Sea

PCX Conference by the Sea is set against the breathtaking backdrop of Penang’s northern coastline — one of Malaysia’s most iconic destinations. Details on the exact venue will be announced soon.

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
📍 Penang, Malaysia — coastal venue, details TBA
🎫 Seats are limited — register your interest early
✈️ Penang International Airport (PEN) — well-connected domestically and internationally

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Penang, Malaysia

Coastal venue to be announced
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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.”

Chung Yoke Wee