Hosted by The Pinnacle Group International in collaboration with co-organizer the Sustainable Technology Centre, this year's summit brought together industry leaders, experts and policymakers to explore innovative strategies and solutions towards a sustainable future.

The event witnessed insightful discussions, engaging panels, and thought-provoking keynotes, delving into pressing issues such as climate action, diversity and inclusion, ethical governance, and community engagement. Attendees gained invaluable perspectives and actionable insights, fostering collaborations to drive positive change across sectors.

Highlights of the Summit:

Keynote Address: Ms Aparna Rajesh, Consultant, Sustainability & Academic Interface, APAC, Tata Consultancy Services, delivered an inspiring keynote on "How Corporates Can Leverage Their Employee Talent, Business Models, And Assets to Create Deep Impact That Drives Transformational Change."

Topic: "Enhancing Healthcare Accessibility and Sustainability" featured Ms Le Thuy Anh, CEO of Vinmec Healthcare System, who shared insights into Vinmec's dedication to CSR & ESG principles.

Panel Discussion: "Opportunity and Risk: Linking ESG To Strategy for the Creation and Preservation of Sustainable Long-Term Value," moderated by Prof. Dr Geoffrey Williams, Founder and Director of Williams Business Consultancy Sdn Bhd, featured panelists including Mr Ts. Mahmood Long from Sarawak Energy, Mr Andika Dwi Saputra from Evermos, Ms Vu Tra My from Home Credit Vietnam, and Mr Rahul Gupta from McKinsey & Company.

Topic: Ms Rohini Samtani, Sustainability Solutions Manager at S&P Global Sustainable1, led a discussion on "ESG Ratings and Transparency: Advancing Sustainable Finance."

Panel Discussion: "Elevating Governance from Good to Exceptional: Advocating for Diverse Talent through Actions, Not Just Words," moderated by Dr Stefan Phang, Global Director of Sustainability & Creating Shared Value at Solenis, with panelists including Dr Ir. William L Nolten from ReXil Asia, Ms Nusheen Masters from Tata Consultancy Services, Mr Florian Johannes Beranek from the Central and Eastern European Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam, and Mr Victor Dulait from the Belgian-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in Vietnam (BeluxCham).

Topic: Mr Lokender Singh and Mr Desmond Soh, Co-founders of Nutri-Buddy Pte Ltd, shared their expertise on "Sustainable Food Practices: Essential ESG Factors for the Food & Beverages Industry."

Final Thoughts: The event ended with a final thought by Guest Speaker and Advisor Prof. Dr. Richard David Hames, Founder & Executive Director of the Centre for The Future and Fellow of the World Academy of Art & Science, Advisor to Sustainable Technology Centre. He encouraged attendees to continue their good efforts in CSR and ESG initiatives, emphasizing that continuous efforts will contribute to making the world a better place.

We extend our gratitude to our co-organizer, the Sustainable Technology Centre, for their unwavering support and dedication in making this summit a resounding success. Their commitment to sustainability and technological innovation has been instrumental in advancing our shared mission.

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