What’s On The Agenda?

Thursday, 7 December 2023 (GMT+7)
Sessions
08:00 – 09:00 (GMT+7)

Registration

Segment 1 – Live: The Future of Communities
09:00 – 09:10 (GMT+7)

Opening Presentation
An introduction of ARES 2023 programme and agenda of the day

Speaker:

  • Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
09:10 – 09:15 (GMT+7)

Opening Keynote:
Our progress toward powering communities to live, work and thrive in tomorrow’s cities

Speaker:

  • Hari V. Krishnan, CEO & Managing Director, PropertyGuru Group
09:15 – 09:50 (GMT+7)

The Economist Keynote:
New economic drivers and outlook in Asia for 2024

Speaker:

  • Sumana Rajarethnam, Director, South-East Asia, Economist Intelligence Corporate Network

09:50 – 10:10 (GMT+7)

UN-Habitat Keynote:
Creating human-scale spaces for tomorrow

Speaker:

  • Dr. Edlam Abera Yemeru, Chief, Knowledge and Innovation Branch, UN-Habitat
10:10 – 10:30 (GMT+7)

International Keynote (Virtual Presentation):
The One-Story City: A disabled vision of an urban future

Speaker:

  • David Gissen, Author, Designer, Educator, Consultant / Professor of Architecture and Urban History, Parsons School of Design
Segment 2 – Work: The Future of Business
10:30 – 10:45 (GMT+7)

Expert Talk:
The creative evolution of workspaces and open- minded solutions to the way we work

Speaker:

  • Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre

10:45 – 11:15 (GMT+7)

Panel Discussion:
Digital adoption: Understanding data, AI, digital twins and metaverse blockchain technologies to transform businesses and propel sustainability

Speakers:

  • Moderator – Manav Kamboj, Chief Technology Officer & Managing Director, Fintech, PropertyGuru Group
  • Prof. Jason Pomeroy, Founding Principal, Pomeroy Studio & Pomeroy Academy / Fellow, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
  • Jirayut “Topp” Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO, Bitkub Metaverse
  • Wenhui Lim, Director, SPARK Architects
11:15 – 11:20 (GMT+7)

Intermission
A special performance

 

11:20 – 11:30 (GMT+7)

PropertyGuru for Business Keynote, part 1:
Unlocking value for businesses

Speakers:

  • Shyn Yee Ho, Managing Director, Data & Software Solutions, Property Guru Group
  • Jeremy Williams, Managing Director, Marketplaces, PropertyGuru Group

 

11:30 – 11:50 (GMT+7)

PropertyGuru for Business Keynote, part 2:
Exploring liveability and urban renewal strategies

Speaker:

  • Dr. Nai Jia Lee, Head of Real Estate Intelligence, PropertyGuru Group
11:50 – 12:10 (GMT+7)

PropertyGuru for Business Keynote, part 3:
Uncover how payment and mobility data analytics help develop tomorrow’s cities

Speakers:

  • Bob Koppes, Director of Strategy, Data and Software Solutions, PropertyGuru Group
12:10 – 12:15 (GMT+7)

Quick Recap + Lucky Draw
A brief summary of the morning sessions before the networking lunch, and a reminder to return for the afternoon sessions

Speaker:

  • Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter

12:15 – 13:40 (GMT+7)

Networking Lunch
All speakers and delegates wearing the ARES badge may join the lunch buffet at London Room, Level 2

Segment 3 – Thrive, Part 1: The Future of Leisure
13:30 – 13:35 (GMT+7)

Welcome Back

Speaker:

  • Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter

13:35 – 13:45 (GMT+7)

Expert Talk (Virtual Presentation):
Building affordability in our megacities

Speaker:

  • David Chong, Chief Operating Officer, REHDA Institute
13:45 – 14:15 (GMT+7)

Panel Discussion:
Destination Dining: Culinary expansion and influences on real estate markets

Speakers:

  • Moderator – Michelle Martin, Broadcaster & Talk Show Host, Money FM 89.3
  • Chef Dan Bark, Michellin Star Chef, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark
  • Keiran Gibb, Founder and Director, Monogic
  • Tanjira “Fay” Tragoolvongse, Owner & Manager, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark
  • Edwin Tan, Head of Partnerships & Media Development of Special Projects, PropertyGuruGroup
14:15 – 14:45 (GMT+7)

Design Keynote:
Designing Life: The universal language of spaces and transformative experiences

Speaker:

  • Andrea Savage, Renowned Interior Designer & Former Television Presenter, HGTV Asia / Co-CEO & Creative Director, A Life By Design
  • Cameron Richards, Founder & CEO, CPR Vision Management
14:45 – 15:15 (GMT+7)

Panel Discussion:
Rise of pet culture in cities and urban neighbourhoods

Speakers:

  • Moderator – Pippa Woodhead, Head of Podcasts, Tigerhall
  • Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small
  • Didi Almeyda, Indonesia’s Animal Whisperer
  • Jessica Zafra, Palanca-winning Author, Journalist, Animal Welfare Advocate
15:15 – 15:45 (GMT+7)

Panel Discussion:
Demographic changes that are reshaping property markets and how they are transforming the needs of consumers and investors

Speakers:

  • Moderator – Amy Sawitta Lefevre, Former International Journalist (ex-Reuters)
  • Dr. Aladdin D. Rillo, Senior Economic Advisor, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN & East Asia (ERIA) / Fmr. Deputy Secretary-General for ASEAN Economic Community
  • Christine Li, Head of Research, APAC, Knight Frank
  • Dr. Nai Jia Lee, Head of Real Estate Intelligence, PropertyGuru Group

 

15:45 – 16:00 (GMT+7)

Chairperson’s Keynote
Inclusive approaches to development and the decentralisation of cities and connectivity

Speaker:

  • Stephen Oehme, Value Management Specialist & Sustainability Advocate / Managing Director, Quantum
16:00 – 16:15 (GMT+7)

Expert Talk:
Why inclusive language in real estate matters for LGBTQI, minorities, and people with disabilities

Speaker:

  • Shane Bhatla, Associate Director, Equal Asia Foundation
Segment 4 – Thrive, Part 2: The Future of Innovation
16:15 – 16:30 (GMT+7)

Innovation Keynote:
Sustainable building from mud and debris and create climate-responsive design innovations

Speaker:

  • Ar. Vinu Daniel, Climate-Responsive Architect / TED2023 Speaker / Founder, Wallmakers
16:30 – 16:50 (GMT+7)

Case Study:
The role of design in repurposing waste from construction and demolition sites

Speakers:

  • Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small
16:50 – 17:30 (GMT+7)

Panel Discussion:
The Leaders Panel on multi-sector real estate, industry resilience, and challenges in sustainable development

Speakers:

  • Moderator – Marco Lobregat, Asia Editor, Bridges / Int’l Director, Synergy Media Specialists
  • Cyndy Tan Jarabata, President, TAJARA Leisure and Hospitality Group
  • Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam
  • Rita Chow, Founder & Chief Business Officer, Sunshine PR
  • Stephen Pimbley, Founding Partner & Director, SPARK Architects
17:30 – 17:45 (GMT+7)

Expert Talk:
The future of digital innovation

Speaker:

  • Ornpaka “Tong” Vudhikosit, Senior Industry Manager (Travel, Real Estate and eCommerce), Google Thailand
17:45 – 17:50 (GMT+7)

Special Award:
Presentation of the PropertyGuru Visionary Award, as selected by Property Report by PropertGuru editors.

Winner:

  • Ar. Vinu Daniel, Climate-Responsive Architect / TED2023 Speaker / Founder, Wallmakers
17:50 – 17:55 (GMT+7)

Closing Keynote:
A parting message from PropertyGuru to conclude this year’s summit

Speaker:

  • Jules Kay, General Manager, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards & Events
17:55 – 18:00 (GMT+7)

Closing Presentation + Lucky Draw

Speaker:

  • Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter

Thursday, 7 December 2023 (GMT+7)
Activity
18:30 – 21:00 (GMT+7)

ARES VIP Cocktail Party
An exclusive after party VIP event that also includes the presentation of the 2023 ARES Power Women, sponsored by PropertyGuru For Business. Strictly invitation only.

Special Message:

  • Hari V. Krishnan, CEO & Managing Director, PropertyGuru Group

Presenters:

  • Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
  • Shyn Yee Ho-Strangas, Managing Director, Data & Software Solutions, PropertyGuru Group

Honourees:

  • Andrea Savage, Celebrity interior designer, HGTV / Co-CEO and Creative Director, A Life By Design
  • Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer, City Developments Limited / Chair, Corporate Advisory Board, World Green Building Council
  • Chelsea Perino, Global Director, The Executive Centre, Future of Work
  • Joanne Kua, Group CEO, KSK Group
  • Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam

Partner:

  • Sudaporn “Emmy” Sangharn, Dao Ethical Gifts Social Enterprise Manager
Saturday, 9 December 2023 (GMT+7)
Activity
14:00 – 18:00 (GMT+7)

Private Screening at Cinema Oasis Bangkok (map)
An exclusive screening of “Wonderful Waste” limited series by Never Too Small, with panel discussions sponsored by PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Asia Real Estate Summit. By invitation only.

Speakers:

  • Jessica Zafra, Palanca-winning Author, Journalist, Animal Welfare Advocate
  • Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small

Schedule:

  • 14:00 – 14:15 – Arrivals/Registration
  • 14:15 – 14:20 – Opening Remarks
  • 14:20 – 14:30 – Introduction to the “Wonderful Waste” limited series
  • 14:30 – 14:35 – Previews
  • 14:35 – 17:00 – Screening of six episodes, with panel discussions
    • Episode 1: Super Local (15 mins)
    • Episode 2: Studio Mama (14 mins)
    • First Panel Discussion (25 mins)
    • Restroom break (8 mins)
    • Episode 3: Five Mile Radius (13 mins)
    • Episode 4: Smile Plastics (14 mins)
    • Second Panel Discussion (25 mins)
    • Restroom break (8 mins)
    • Episode 5: Veena (14 mins)
    • Episode 6: Revival (15 mins)
  • 17:00 – 17:05 – Lucky Draw and Closing Remarks
  • 17:05 – 17:30 – Cocktails