About Dr. Dhena
With 25 years of marketing mastery and deep psychological insight, Dhena combines a Law degree and DBA in Adaptive Leadership with real-world experience spanning APAC energy communications and iconic FMCG brands. She doesn't just train — she transforms.
An NLP-certified Trainer, Coach, and Hypnotherapist, she has trained professionals at Petronas, Maybank, Shell, HSBC, AstraZeneca, Sime Darby, Grab, and other leading organisations across Malaysia and ASEAN.
Programs That Transform
From C-suite to frontline, tailored for every level of your organisation.
Trusted by Malaysia's Leading Organisations
36+ corporate clients across industries
Petronas
Shell
Maybank
HSBC
AstraZeneca
Maxis
Sime Darby
Grab
Tenaga Nasional
Canon
AIA
Standard Chartered
Perodua
Astro
UOB
Zurich
Cargill
Amway
DXC Technology
BASF
Frequently Asked Questions
What training programmes does Dr Dhena Doraisamy offer?
Dr Dhena delivers programmes across three core pillars: Leadership Development (Transformative Leadership, Adaptive Leadership, Leading Across Generations, Coaching and Mentoring, Change Management), Behavioural and Skills (Interpersonal Excellence, Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving, Executive Presence & Performance), and Sales and Marketing (Marketing Fundamentals, Strategic Marketing, ALPHA Sales Systems). All programmes are customised for the client organisation.
Is Dr Dhena an HRDC-accredited trainer?
Yes. Dr Dhena is an HRDC-accredited trainer, which means Malaysian employers can claim training costs under the Human Resource Development Corporation (HRDC/HRDCorp) fund. This makes her programmes accessible to companies of all sizes seeking to invest in workforce development.
Which organisations has Dr Dhena worked with?
Dr Dhena has trained professionals at 36+ leading Malaysian and multinational organisations including Petronas, Maybank, Shell, HSBC, AstraZeneca, Maxis, Sime Darby, Grab, Tenaga Nasional, Canon, AIA, Standard Chartered, Perodua, Astro, and many more across banking, energy, healthcare, FMCG, and technology sectors.
What is Dr Dhena's professional background?
Dr Dhena holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) in Adaptive Leadership, a Law degree, and is a certified NLP Trainer, NLP Coach, NLP Hypnotherapist, DISC Facilitator, and PROSCI Change Management practitioner. She has 25+ years of experience spanning regional communications for UK-based energy companies in APAC, FMCG brand management, and corporate training across ASEAN.
How can I engage Dr Dhena for a training programme?
The easiest way to get started is to send a WhatsApp message to +60 12-641 1189 or click the "Chat on WhatsApp" button on this page. Dr Dhena's team will discuss your organisation's needs, recommend a suitable programme, and provide a proposal tailored to your objectives and budget.
Does Dr Dhena hold PROSCI change management certification?
Dr Dhena Doraisamy is a PROSCI Certified Change Management Practitioner and one of the few corporate trainers in Malaysia who combines PROSCI change management methodology with NLP and DISC profiling. She has delivered change management programmes for organisations including Petronas, Sime Darby, and HSBC across Malaysia and ASEAN.
Which major Malaysian organisations has Dr Dhena trained?
Dr Dhena Doraisamy has trained professionals at Petronas, Maybank, Shell, HSBC, AstraZeneca, Maxis, Sime Darby, Grab, Tenaga Nasional, Canon, AIA, Standard Chartered, Perodua, and 22 other Malaysian and multinational organisations. She is an HRDC-accredited trainer, meaning costs are claimable through the HRD Corp fund.
What is the difference between NLP-based leadership training and standard leadership training?
Standard leadership training focuses on frameworks and processes. NLP-based leadership training (as delivered by Dr Dhena Doraisamy) works at the level of behaviour, communication patterns, and mental models, addressing why technically capable people struggle to lead when promoted. Dr Dhena holds a Doctorate in Business Administration in Adaptive Leadership and is a Certified NLP Trainer, combining academic rigour with practical behavioural science tools like DISC profiling.
Can HRD Corp funds be used for NLP and DISC training in Malaysia?
Yes. Dr Dhena Doraisamy is an HRDC-accredited trainer, which means Malaysian employers registered with HRD Corp can claim her training programmes under the SBL-Khas scheme. This covers her NLP, DISC, PROSCI Change Management, and leadership development programmes. Contact Dr Dhena directly to confirm programme claimability for your organisation.
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