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In an age where intelligent machines are transforming industries and reshaping the future of work, leaders face unprecedented challenges—and opportunities. The critical question is no longer if organizations will adopt AI, but how leaders will guide this transformation with foresight, agility, and integrity.
Hosted by the Asia School of Business, this high-impact conference brings together global AI pioneers, visionary CEOs, and regional change-makers to explore how leadership must evolve in an increasingly intelligent world. From next-generation AI models and embodied robotics to enterprise-scale deployments, this event is designed to challenge your thinking, expand your foresight, and equip you with actionable strategies for leading boldly in a data-driven, AI-powered era.
More than just a conference, this is a strategic reset for leaders at the intersection of innovation, ethics, and competitive strategy.
Learning Outcomes
- Spot trends in AI and emerging tech shaping industries and workforces
- Lead with AI to balance human empathy and intelligent systems
- Gain insights from global and regional leaders on responsible AI adoption
- Build resilience, trust, and digital fluency to navigate disruption
- Lead agile, innovative, and ethical teams for the future
Who Should Attend
This conference is for leaders, professionals, and innovators who want to understand and apply AI, including:
- Business and public sector leaders exploring AI for strategy, governance, and competitiveness.
- Entrepreneurs and functional heads integrating AI into products, services, and workflows.
- Technology and data professionals seeking practical, cross-industry applications.
- Academics, educators, and nonprofit leaders using AI for research, teaching, and social impact.
- Anyone who is AI-curious and keen to explore the future of AI in business and society.
Program Agenda
2nd December 2025, Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Registration
Welcome and Conference Launch
Opening Remarks
Keynote: The Rise of Thinking Machines: Are we ready for what’s coming?
Demo | AI in 10 minutes: A Rapid Tech Showcase - Part 1
Networking Break
Panel Session: Leadership: Riding the GenAI Disruption | Build AI-ready mindsets from the top down on impactful AI deployment
Demo | AI in 10 Minutes: A Rapid Tech Showcase - Part 2
Networking Lunch + Exhibition Visit
The Tao of Leadership in the Age of AI: What leaders must do today to prepare people for tomorrow’s hybrid intelligence
Demo | AI in 10 Minutes: A Rapid Tech Showcase - Part 3
Panel Session: The Importance of Cybersecurity in the Age of AI
Networking Break
Closing Keynote | From Humans to Humanoids: The Future of Work and AI
Closing Remarks and End
Our Speakers
Gobind Singh Deo
Minister of Digital, Government of Malaysia
Joseph Cherian
CEO, President, Dean, and Distinguished Professor
Sanjay Sarma
Professor of Mechanical Engineering, MIT | Eminent Visiting Professor, ASB
Ong Shien Jin
Professor of Practice, AI & Analytics
David Asirvatham
Professor of Practice, AI & Technology
Hiroshi Ishiguro
"Father of Humanoids" | Professor, Osaka University | Visiting Director, ATR CEO, Avita Inc.
Brian Wong
Managing Director, Aspen Institute China Fellowship Program Managing Director, Seacliff Partners Limited Founder/Chairman, RADII Media
David Rajoo
ASEAN Senior Solutions Engineer, Microsoft Security, Microsoft
Noor Afiza Mat Razali
Director, Capacity Building and Project Management Division National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA), National Security Council, Prime Minister Department
Ren Yuan (Susan)
Chief Strategy Officer, Tezign/Vice Chairman of CEIBS Tezign AI and Business Innovation Initiative, China
Dragana Beara
APAC Head of Customer and Ecosystem Engineering, Google Workspace
Mistika Idris
Head of Public Policy, Malaysia, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Dmitry Vedenyapin
CTO & Founder, Peakflo, Singapore
Calvin Lui
Group Managing Director of IT Consultancy at McMillan Woods Global; Founding Advisor, Pintar Investments; Executive Training Consultant, LedgerBrains AI Consortium
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Frequently Asked Questions
Address
Asia School of Business (DU046(W))
11, Jalan Dato Onn
50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Tel: +603 2023 3087
Contact
execed@asb.edu.my
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