Overview

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

09:00 am

Registration

09:10 am

Welcome and Conference Launch

09:30 am

Opening Keynote: The Rise of Thinking Machines: Are we ready for what’s coming?

10:00 am

Demo AI in 10 minutes: A Rapid Tech Showcase Exhibitors (3 Companies x 10 minues) - UniTree

10:30 am

Networking Break

11:00 am

Panel Session: Leadership: Riding the GenAI Disruption | Build AI-ready mindsets from the top down on impactful AI deployment

12:00 pm

Networking Lunch + Exhibition Visit

02:00 pm

The Tao of Leadership in the Age of AI: What leaders must do today to prepare people for tomorrow’s hybrid intelligence

03:00 pm

The Importance of Cybersecurity in the Age of AI | Demo Session

03:45 pm

Networking Break

04:00 pm

From Humans to Humanoids: The Future of Work and AI

05:00 pm

Closing Remarks and End

Our Speakers

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Hiroshi Ishiguro

“Father of Humanoids” | CEO, Hiroshi Ishiguro Laboratories | Director, Intelligence Robotics Laboratory, Osaka University

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Brian Wong

Entrepreneur and Investor, ex-Alibaba Special Assistant to the Chairman for international affairs and Executive Director of the Alibaba Global Leadership Academy (AGLA)

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Joseph Cherian

CEO, President, Dean, and Distinguished Professor

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David Asirvatham

Professor of Practice, AI & Technology

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Dmitry Vedenyapin

CTO & Founder, Peakflo, Singapore

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Ren Yuan (Susan)

Chief Strategy Officer, Tezign/Vice Chairman of CEIBS Tezign AI and Business Innovation Initiative, China

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Dragana Beara

APAC Head, Google Workspace at Google Cloud | AI, GenAI, Productivity & Innovation Leader | Advocate for Inclusive Innovation

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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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Clement Arul

Conference Moderator; Adjunct Associate Professor, Asia School of Business

Supporting Partner

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