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Keynote
Michael Moriarty

As a socially responsible business, Disney is committed to working with suppliers of different backgrounds, sizes and industries, because providing opportunities to entrepreneurs creates a positive ripple effect that benefits individuals and communities while bringing in fresh perspectives which help the brand constantly evolve. Michael Moriarty, Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, will address how the company supports small businesses and the importance of working with diverse suppliers, highlighting how investing in such businesses spurs innovation and spreads magic by creating economic opportunities in the community. Join Michael as he shares success stories of Hong Kong Disneyland’s magic impact.

  • Michael Moriarty (President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Management Limited)

    Michael Moriarty

    President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland Management Limited
Future of green finance
Nana Li•Elaine Ng•Hannah Lee•Veronique Lafon-Vinais

A discussion on key financial topics, including Hong Kong's role as a green financial center, emerging trends in the US market, and sustainable investing. Dive into insights on transition finance, adaptation urgency, capacity building, and talent demands in the financial sector.

  • Nana Li (Head of Sustainability & Stewardship, Asia-Pacific at Impax Asset Management)

    Nana Li

    Head of Sustainability & Stewardship, Asia-Pacific at Impax Asset Management
  • Elaine Ng (Associate Director of International Affairs and Sustainable Finance)

    Elaine Ng

    Associate Director of International Affairs and Sustainable Finance
  • Hannah Lee (Head of Asia Pacific ESG Equity Research at J.P. Morgan)

    Hannah Lee

    Head of Asia Pacific ESG Equity Research at J.P. Morgan
  • Veronique Lafon-Vinais (Adjunct Associate Professor, Dept of Finance and co-Director, BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance at HKUST Business School)

    Veronique Lafon-Vinais

    Adjunct Associate Professor, Dept of Finance and co-Director, BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance at HKUST Business School
Break
AI & ESG
Mary Leung•Fan Ho•Joanne Hon•Michael‬‭ Yung‬ ‭•Jason Chang

A discussion on challenges and opportunities of the growth of AI in APAC. Learn how the growth of AI is presenting ESG challenges, particularly on environmental, and what are companies doing to address this specifically. But also discover the social benefits of AI and its potential to aid in overcoming ESG challenges.

  • Mary Leung (Senior Advisor, Research and Advocacy, Asia Pacific at CFA Institute)

    Mary Leung

    Senior Advisor, Research and Advocacy, Asia Pacific at CFA Institute
  • Fan Ho (Executive Director and General Manager, Asia Pacific Solutions and Services Group of Lenovo)

    Fan Ho

    Executive Director and General Manager, Asia Pacific Solutions and Services Group of Lenovo
  • Joanne Hon (Managing Director Hong Kong of Equinix)

    Joanne Hon

    Managing Director Hong Kong of Equinix
  • Michael‬‭ Yung‬ ‭ (Strategic‬‭ Advisor,‬‭ Google‬‭ Cloud at Google‬‭ (Hong‬‭ Kong)‬‭ Limited)

    Michael‬‭ Yung‬ ‭

    Strategic‬‭ Advisor,‬‭ Google‬‭ Cloud at Google‬‭ (Hong‬‭ Kong)‬‭ Limited
  • Jason Chang (Partner at ERM-Hong Kong, Ltd)

    Jason Chang

    Partner at ERM-Hong Kong, Ltd
Recap of COP29
Genevieve Hilton•Priscilla Lin
  • Genevieve Hilton (Pro Bono Sustainability Activist and Writer)

    Genevieve Hilton

    Pro Bono Sustainability Activist and Writer
  • Priscilla Lin (Manager, Sustainability and Strategy at Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited)

    Priscilla Lin

    Manager, Sustainability and Strategy at Schneider Electric (Hong Kong) Limited
Lunch
Sustainable investment
Katy Yung•Tasos Zavitsanakis•Nneka Chike-Obi

Under Family Offices in Asia, 15% of the world's single-family offices are based in Hong Kong and Singapore.

1. How does sustainable investing fit into their strategies?

2. What new products or investment strategies are being developed to meet the demand for sustainable and impact investments for Asian investors?

In sustainable investment, we will look at the shifts in recent years.

1. Which asset classes offer investors the most opportunities, considering both financial return and sustainability impact?

2. How do you address skepticism or concerns from clients who are hesitant to allocate funds to impact investments?

3. What role do you think an ageing population and wealth transfer to younger generations (Millennials and Gen Z) will play in the growth of impact investing?

  • Katy Yung (Chief Executive Officer at Sustainable Finance Initiative)

    Katy Yung

    Chief Executive Officer at Sustainable Finance Initiative
  • Tasos Zavitsanakis (Managing Director Co-Head APAC Sustainable Finance Office of UBS)

    Tasos Zavitsanakis

    Managing Director Co-Head APAC Sustainable Finance Office of UBS
  • Nneka Chike-Obi (Head of APAC ESG Ratings & Research at Sustainable Fitch)

    Nneka Chike-Obi

    Head of APAC ESG Ratings & Research at Sustainable Fitch
Carbon Trading/Carbon Markets
Charles Bedford

Carbon Growth Partners focuses on blending expertise in investment management, carbon policy, and nature-based climate solutions to drive financial returns with positive societal and environmental impacts.

Through investments in clean technologies and nature conservation, the path to net zero emissions is accelerated, creating employment and environmental health in vulnerable regions.

Ultimately, exploring innovative solutions in shaping the future of sustainable development.

  • Charles Bedford (Chief Impact Officer and Founder of Carbon Growth Partners)

    Charles Bedford

    Chief Impact Officer and Founder of Carbon Growth Partners
Break
Impact of ESG regulatory changes on Asia's exporters
Piers Touzel

Delve into how evolving standards on ESG are reshaping strategies and operations for exporters in the region, navigating a new era of sustainable trade practices and market dynamics.

  • Piers Touzel (Head of Advisory for Hong Kong and Mainland China at ERM-Hong Kong, Ltd)

    Piers Touzel

    Head of Advisory for Hong Kong and Mainland China at ERM-Hong Kong, Ltd
A Just Energy Transition
Myriam Mwizerwa•Simon Ng•Freeman Cheung•Hendrik Rosenthal

1. Where are we in terms of Hong Kong’s energy transition?
2. Why is it important to ensure the energy transition is just, inclusive, and equitable?
3. How to finance a just energy transition?

  • Myriam Mwizerwa (Head of Office at International Organization for Migration - UN Migration)

    Myriam Mwizerwa

    Head of Office at International Organization for Migration - UN Migration
  • Simon Ng (Chief Executive Officer at Business Environment Council)

    Simon Ng

    Chief Executive Officer at Business Environment Council
  • Freeman Cheung (Senior Vice President, Environment at AECOM)

    Freeman Cheung

    Senior Vice President, Environment at AECOM
  • Hendrik Rosenthal (Director – Group Sustainability of CLP Holdings Limited)

    Hendrik Rosenthal

    Director – Group Sustainability of CLP Holdings Limited
Break
DE&I and the war for Gen Z talent
Janet Ledger•Veleka Sweeting•Jerome Yau•Linda Wu

A riveting discussion with industry professionals about the current state of DEI, a multigenerational workforce and how social and societal issues are changing the way companies engage with its newest group of employees - Gen Z.
For the first time in organizational history, four generations — Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z — are working at the same time. While some generations may value stability, hierarchy, loyalty and hard work, the younger Gen Z are more interested in a workplace culture that matches their values, supports mental health and embraces diversity.

  • Janet Ledger (CEO of Community Business)

    Janet Ledger

    CEO of Community Business
  • Veleka Sweeting (Vice President, Human Resources at Bank of America)

    Veleka Sweeting

    Vice President, Human Resources at Bank of America
  • Jerome Yau (Co-Founder of Hong Kong Marriage Equality)

    Jerome Yau

    Co-Founder of Hong Kong Marriage Equality
  • Linda Wu (Student at HKUST)

    Linda Wu

    Student at HKUST
Domestic helpers & business
Manisha Wijesinghe

In the business context, it will be discussed on the importance of migrant workers in Hong Kong to the economy of Hong Kong.

Some questions that will be addressed:
1. What are the usual problems that occur when having a domestic worker?
2. How does this in turn impact companies when their employees are taken away from their jobs due to domestic difficulties?
3. What could companies do to help their employees manage domestic difficulties?

  • Manisha Wijesinghe (Executive Director of HELP for Domestic Workers)

    Manisha Wijesinghe

    Executive Director of HELP for Domestic Workers
Mixer with sustainability leaders

Drinks Sponsor by Breer:
Breer is a food upcycling startup that collects unsold, uneaten and surplus bread, and uses it to brew local craft beer.

Sustainability Reporting A-Z
Erik Bleekrode
  • Erik Bleekrode (Head of Insurance, APAC region, and Partner at KPMG China)

    Erik Bleekrode

    Head of Insurance, APAC region, and Partner at KPMG China
Break
Fundamentals of Sustainability Planning
Karen Ho•Ortis Fan

This workshop allows audiences to understand financial material ESG issues of each industries, and how top management can set up resilient ESG strategies and credible climate transition plans. We will also share market insights & research on: how ESG metrics can impact a company's financial performances, and latest APAC ESG market's sentiments on ESG investments.

  • Karen Ho (APAC Head of Sustainable Finance Regulations & Integration, Market Specialist at Bloomberg L.P.)

    Karen Ho

    APAC Head of Sustainable Finance Regulations & Integration, Market Specialist at Bloomberg L.P.
  • Ortis Fan (ESG Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence)

    Ortis Fan

    ESG Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence
Lunch
ESG Evolution in Asia: Charting the Legal Landscape Ahead
Cora Ang
  • Cora Ang (Partner at HM Strategy)

    Cora Ang

    Partner at HM Strategy
Break
Bridging Nature and Finance: Capitalizing on Nature's Value as a Tangible Asset and Investment Opportunity
David Gallacher•Stephen Suen

An introduction to natural capital and its relevance to TNFD, business performances, and corporate sustainability. A group discussion to explore corporate benefits and draft an action plan to move towards a nature-positive society.

In tandem with the Natural Capital Manifesto which explores innovative strategies for creating a new asset class centered around nature, focusing on how investments in conservation efforts can be quantified and rewarded. By leveraging environmental science, data analytics, digital technologies, and financial innovations; we aim to establish frameworks that recognize and capitalize on the value of natural ecosystems. The Natural Capital Manifesto discuss methodologies for measuring conservation impact, showcase successful case studies, and outline pathways for integrating these insights into mainstream investment practices.

  • David Gallacher (Executive Director of Environment at AECOM)

    David Gallacher

    Executive Director of Environment at AECOM
  • Stephen Suen (Director of Urbanism Planning at AECOM)

    Stephen Suen

    Director of Urbanism Planning at AECOM