Our 2025 panellists bring a diverse range of expertise from various fields, united by a shared commitment to shaping a better future for society.
PANEL #1: Cybersecurity and AI
This panel will address pressing issues related to digital threats, with our panellists sharing their expertise to empower youth to navigate the digital era safely.
Mauro Sauco, Transparently AI CTO, Former Google
Aman Narain, Global digital banking and fintech leader, recently HSBC and previously at Google Pay
Krishna Balakrishnan, Senior Partner, Global & APAC Cybersecurity Consulting Managed Services Leader
Mark Johnston, Technical Director - Cyber Security @ Google
PANEL #2: Social Entrepreneurship for Change
This panel empowers young people to drive meaningful change, equipping them with the skills to address pressing global issues while building businesses and abilities that contribute to both economic growth and societal well-being.
Natalie Dau, Guinness World Record Holder, documentary producer, co-author of ”Run Like a Woman” a best-selling book on Amazon and is an ASICS sponsored athlete
Pranjul Bhandari, Managing Director, Chief India Economist and Macro Strategist, Asean Economist
Shang Gao, Navia Education CEO, served as Education Economist at both the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank Group.
PANEL #3: Shifting Climate
The panel highlights the urgent need to reduce emissions, adopt sustainable practices, and prepare for environmental changes to protect the planet and safeguard future generations.
Pauline Wray, Global Ambassador, Investors for Climate
Christina Lee, CEO of Green Global Connect
Varad Pande, Climate, Sustainability, Social Impact | Partner@BCG | ex-Ministerial Advisor
Ankur Chaudhary, Policy Specialist for APAC at The Good Food Institute | Li Ka Shing Scholar at LKYSPP, NUS
PANEL #4: Shaping Young Leaders
The panel will explore how organisations can create more opportunities for youth leadership and how young leaders can balance their responsibilities with personal growth and well-being.
Eeling Lim, WaveSparks CEO, angel investor
Divesh Shah, Math Vision CEO
Olivia Frieser, BNP Paribas Global Head of South East Asia, Australia and India