What’s On The Agenda?
Registration
Segment 1 – Live: The Future of Communities
Opening Presentation
An introduction of ARES 2023 programme and agenda of the day
Speaker:
- Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
Opening Keynote:
Our progress toward powering communities to live, work and thrive in tomorrow’s cities
Speaker:
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Hari V. Krishnan, CEO & Managing Director, PropertyGuru Group
The Economist Keynote:
New economic drivers and outlook in Asia for 2024
Speaker:
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Sumana Rajarethnam, Director, South-East Asia, Economist Intelligence Corporate Network
UN-Habitat Keynote:
Creating human-scale spaces for tomorrow
Speaker:
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Dr. Edlam Abera Yemeru, Chief, Knowledge and Innovation Branch, UN-Habitat
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
Expert Talk:
The creative evolution of workspaces and open- minded solutions to the way we work
Speaker:
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Chelsea Perino, Managing Director, Global Marketing & Communications, The Executive Centre
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
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Prof. Jason Pomeroy, Founding Principal, Pomeroy Studio & Pomeroy Academy / Fellow, University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership
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Jirayut “Topp” Srupsrisopa, Founder & Group CEO, Bitkub Metaverse
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Wenhui Lim, Director, SPARK Architects
Intermission
A special performance
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
PropertyGuru for Business Keynote, part 2:
Exploring liveability and urban renewal strategies
Speaker:
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Dr. Nai Jia Lee, Head of Real Estate Intelligence, PropertyGuru Group
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
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:
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Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
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
Welcome Back
Speaker:
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Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
Expert Talk (Virtual Presentation):
Building affordability in our megacities
Speaker:
- David Chong, Chief Operating Officer, REHDA Institute
Panel Discussion:
Destination Dining: Culinary expansion and influences on real estate markets
Speakers:
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Moderator – Michelle Martin, Broadcaster & Talk Show Host, Money FM 89.3
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Chef Dan Bark, Michellin Star Chef, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark
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Keiran Gibb, Founder and Director, Monogic
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Tanjira “Fay” Tragoolvongse, Owner & Manager, Cadence by Dan Bark / Caper by Dan Bark
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Edwin Tan, Head of Partnerships & Media Development of Special Projects, PropertyGuruGroup
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
Panel Discussion:
Rise of pet culture in cities and urban neighbourhoods
Speakers:
- Moderator – Pippa Woodhead, Head of Podcasts, Tigerhall
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Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small
- Didi Almeyda, Indonesia’s Animal Whisperer
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Jessica Zafra, Palanca-winning Author, Journalist, Animal Welfare Advocate
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
Chairperson’s Keynote
Inclusive approaches to development and the decentralisation of cities and connectivity
Speaker:
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Stephen Oehme, Value Management Specialist & Sustainability Advocate / Managing Director, Quantum
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
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
Case Study:
The role of design in repurposing waste from construction and demolition sites
Speakers:
- Colin Chee, Creator & Creative Director, Never Too Small
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
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Cyndy Tan Jarabata, President, TAJARA Leisure and Hospitality Group
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Hang Dang, Managing Director, CBRE Vietnam
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Rita Chow, Founder & Chief Business Officer, Sunshine PR
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Stephen Pimbley, Founding Partner & Director, SPARK Architects
Expert Talk:
The future of digital innovation
Speaker:
- Ornpaka “Tong” Vudhikosit, Senior Industry Manager (Travel, Real Estate and eCommerce), Google Thailand
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
Closing Keynote:
A parting message from PropertyGuru to conclude this year’s summit
Speaker:
- Jules Kay, General Manager, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards & Events
Closing Presentation + Lucky Draw
Speaker:
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Tina Ryan, ARES Presenter
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
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:
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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