TWO questions. One answer that binds two lenses.
Natasha asks, “What must we preserve as humanity?”; Koh asks, “What can we build with technology?”.
Together, they explore the space where the two meet – because the future will ultimately be shaped not by technology alone, but by what humanity chooses to do with it.
Natasha Siaw – The Humanity Lens
Natasha Siaw represents the Humanity Lens of Leadership Horizon. Shaped by her journey alongside her mother, the late Madam Esther Law, she brings a person-centred perspective grounded in service, empathy, relationships and values.
She believes leadership is ultimately measured not by what we control, but by the people we empower and the lives we touch. Her question is simple but profound: “As the world changes, how do we remain human?”
Koh How Tze – The Technology Lens
Koh How Tze brings the Technology Lens to Leadership Horizon. As a computer engineer, author, trainer and systems thinker, he explores how AI, blockchain, connectivity, data and emerging technologies can reshape organisations, individuals and societies.
But his focus is not technology for technology’s sake – it is how technology can create resilience, opportunity and better human outcomes.
His question is equally fundamental: “As technology becomes more powerful, what kind of future should we choose to build with it?”
A new horizon begins
Every generation inherits a world it did not create. And every generation has the opportunity to leave behind a world it helped shape. This is where our journey begins.
Leadership Horizon has always been about looking beyond the immediate moment – to think about the kind of leaders, organisations and societies we want to become. As we continue this conversation, we would like to explore that horizon from two complementary perspectives.
One begins with humanity. The other begins with technology. But ultimately, they lead to the same question: “What kind of future are we creating together?”
Two perspectives, one horizon
Natasha Siaw brings the human perspective – the perspective of people, relationships, service, values, culture and leadership. Inspired and mentored closely by her very own mother, the late and revered Madam Esther Law, Natasha carries forward a leadership philosophy grounded in humanity: that organisations are ultimately built by people, and leadership is ultimately about their good and growth.
Koh How Tze brings a technology and systems perspective. With a background in computer engineering, digital transformation, emerging technologies and systems thinking, Koh looks at how AI, blockchain, connectivity, data and other technologies are reshaping organizations, economies, cities and societies.
Crucially, technology, by itself, has never been the destination; it is a means, the outcome of which depends on what we choose to do with it.
Perhaps, the most important question we ought to ask is: How can we become more human as technology becomes more powerful?
A journey across five horizons
Over the coming weeks, Leadership Horizon will take readers through five broad chapters.
Before exploring topics related to artificial intelligence, blockchain or smart cities, we begin with The Human Question: Who are we becoming?
From there, we move into Humanity in the Age of AI.
Our following chapter brings the conversation closer to home – Sarawak’s Horizon.
Then comes Designing True Wealth.
Finally, we arrive at Legacy and the Future.
Looking beyond the next horizon
We do not claim to have all the answers. In fact, leadership today may require us to become more comfortable with questions. The future is too complex to be predicted by one discipline. Technology cannot solve every human problem; humanity cannot ignore technology.
Everything is connected. People. Process. Technology.
Our task in Leadership Horizon is therefore not to tell readers what the future will be. It is to invite readers to think about what the future could become – and what choices we can make today to influence it, for the future is not simply something that happens to us; it is something we participate in creating.
A legacy of R.E.A.L. leadership:
Honouring Madam Esther Law
This space has always been more than just a column; it is the enduring vision of its initiator, our beloved Founder and Chairlady of YAST Group – Madam Esther Law. It is with both a heavy heart and a profound sense of purpose that we breathe new life into Leadership Horizon today.
Throughout her remarkable life – as a visionary entrepreneur, a dedicated founder, and a deeply loving mother – she was a relentless advocate for leading with H.E.A.R.T.S. (Hugs, Encouragement, Appreciation, Reaching out, Touch, Sincerity) through R.E.A.L. (Relationship, Empowerment, Attitude, Leadership) values.
For her, leadership was never about titles, corner offices, or static authority. It was a living, breathing practice rooted in authenticity and resilience.
She believed that true leaders do not merely direct; they uplift, they adapt, and they forge genuine connections with the people around them.
As her family and business partner, we pause to give heed to the extraordinary values she has instilled in us.
Bringing this column back to the public eye is our way of ensuring that her voice, her values, and her vision continue to resonate.
Importantly, this return would not have been possible without the immense kindness and steadfast support of Datuk Dr Jeniri Amir.
We hereby extend our deepest gratitude to him for giving us the platform and the encouragement to reboot this column after my mother’s passing. His support allows us to carry the torch forward.
To the readers of Leadership Horizon: Madam Esther always believed that the best conversations are the ones we build together.
As we step into this new chapter, we promise to honour her legacy by keeping those conversations alive, continuing to explore what it means to be a R.E.A.L. leader in today’s ever-changing world.
The journey begins
Over the coming months, we invite you to travel with us across these horizons.
Some questions may challenge what we believe; some possibilities may seem impossible today.
We believe that is part of the journey because leadership does not begin when we have all the answers. Leadership begins when we are willing to look beyond what is familiar and ask: “What if?”
Welcome to the new Leadership Horizon. Two perspectives. One conversation. Many questions. And a future waiting beyond the horizon.
The horizon question
If we have the power to shape tomorrow, what kind of tomorrow are we choosing to create today?
DISCLAIMER:
The views expressed here are those of the writers and do not necessarily represent the views of Sarawak Tribune.
