General Counsel & Group Data Protection Officer at TGR Real Estate
Daniel CHOO
General Counsel & Privacy Responsible (APAC) at Bruker
Opening Address by Guest of Honour Indranee RAJAH SC
Indranee RAJAH SC
Minister, Prime Minister's Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development at Republic of Singapore
MOU Signing Ceremony
The Agile Legal Function: Navigating Complexity in a Fast-Changing World Gregory TAN•Faz HUSSEN•Catherine KEMNITZ•Nathalia LOSSOVSKA•Serene GAN
This panel explores how in-house legal teams can transform their operations to adapt to the dynamic demands of today’s business environment. The session examines the principles of agility in legal processes, emphasising flexibility, speed, and collaboration as critical enablers for success. It highlights strategies for streamlining workflows, integrating technology, and fostering cross-functional partnerships to effectively manage risk while driving innovation. Through real-world examples and expert insights, delegates will gain practical ideas to navigate complex regulatory landscapes, anticipate disruptions, and deliver proactive legal solutions that align with organisational goals. This discussion positions the agile legal function as a cornerstone of resilience and growth in an era of rapid change.
Gregory TAN
Joint Head, Legal & Regulatory at Temasek
Faz HUSSEN
Head of Legal, Government Relations & Sustainability at Hanbaobao Pte Ltd (Licensee of McDonald's)
Catherine KEMNITZ
Global Chief Strategy and Development Officer at Axiom Law
Nathalia LOSSOVSKA
Head of Legal, Asia-Pacific at Willis Towers Watson
Serene GAN
Board Director & Treasurer of Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
Coffee Break & Networking Session
The Trump Era: What Lies Ahead for the APAC GC? Ameera ASHRAF•Samuel HUEN•Amy LIU•Kwong Weng WAN•Richard KRAMER
In an era of rapid globalisation and technological advancement, staying ahead of regulatory changes is a critical challenge for in-house counsel. This topic explores strategies for achieving "regulatory agility," where legal teams proactively adapt to evolving global compliance landscapes while fostering innovation and business growth. The session examines the role of predictive analytics, regulatory trend monitoring, and collaborative partnerships in navigating complex, cross-jurisdictional regulations. Attendees will gain insights into building adaptable compliance frameworks that enable businesses to remain competitive, compliant, and prepared for future shifts in regulatory demands.
Ameera ASHRAF
Partner at WongPartnership
Samuel HUEN
Global Head of Legal & Regulatory Compliance at Bank of Singapore
Amy LIU
Legal Director of DayOne
Kwong Weng WAN
Group Chief Corporate Officer & Group General Counsel at Mapletree Investments Pte Ltd
Richard KRAMER
Managing Director, Group General Counsel of Equis Group
The Death of DEI: Has Zuckerberg Got It Right? Mayen EKONG•Janet O. TANG•Patrick TAY•Eileen WONG•Sue Lynn NEOH
Diversity and inclusion in legal teams go beyond fulfilling quotas—they are powerful catalysts for innovation and growth. Diverse teams bring a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and problem-solving approaches, enabling organisations to navigate complex legal challenges more effectively and creatively. Inclusion ensures these voices are heard, fostering collaboration and trust within the team and across the organisation. For in-house counsel, embracing diversity promotes agility, as varied viewpoints can anticipate risks and identify opportunities in evolving markets. Furthermore, inclusive legal teams are better equipped to build stronger relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners, creating a competitive advantage in a globalised, interconnected business environment. By embedding diversity and inclusion into their fabric, legal departments can drive strategic, sustainable growth while aligning with broader corporate values and societal expectations.
Mayen EKONG
General Counsel at Gurin Energy
Janet O. TANG
General Counsel & Chief Ethics Officer at ENGIE South East Asia
Patrick TAY
Assistant Secretary-General & Director of National Trades Union Congress
Eileen WONG
Managing Director and Head of Legal at Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank
Sue Lynn NEOH
Lead Counsel APAC & EMEA at JLL Software & Technology Services
Thriving in the New East-West Geo-Political Reality: What the APAC GC Needs to Understand/Do Amy WEI•Anu AMBIKAIPALAN•Mark SEAH•Doreen TAN•Swati BAGHEL
In an increasingly interconnected and volatile world, global crises—ranging from pandemics and geopolitical tensions to natural disasters and economic disruptions—pose significant challenges to businesses. This session explores the critical role of in-house legal teams in mitigating risks and steering organisations toward recovery during such events. It will delve into proactive crisis management strategies, legal frameworks for business continuity, regulatory compliance during emergencies, and the importance of agile decision-making in dynamic environments. By leveraging strategic partnerships and fostering cross-functional collaboration, in-house counsel can not only safeguard organisational interests but also contribute to resilience and innovation in the face of adversity.
Amy WEI
Chief Counsel (Asia, Middle East & Africa) at Levi Strauss & Co.
Anu AMBIKAIPALAN
Associate General Counsel, APAC at Uber
Mark SEAH
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Doreen TAN
Senior Vice President, Legal & Government Affairs, General Counsel (APAC & MEISA) at FedEx
Swati BAGHEL
Managing Director, Legal & Compliance of Blackstone
Lunch Break & Networking Session
Is The Backlash Against ESG Making Life Easier for In-House Counsel? Zachary SHIM•Weilin LEE•Ting SIM•Adrian YEO•Arpinder SINGH
As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards gain prominence globally, in-house counsel face increasing pressure to ensure compliance while identifying opportunities for business growth. This session will explore the evolving landscape of ESG regulations across jurisdictions, highlighting the challenges posed by inconsistent frameworks, reporting obligations, and stakeholder expectations. Delegates will gain insights into best practices for navigating these complexities, fostering cross-border collaboration, and leveraging ESG initiatives to drive sustainable innovation and corporate growth. By aligning legal strategies with business objectives, legal teams can transform ESG compliance into a catalyst for competitive advantage and resilience.
General Counsel & Head of Corporate Services Group at GenZero
Adrian YEO
General Counsel & Head of ESG at Growtheum Capital Partners
Arpinder SINGH
Global Markets & India Leader - Forensic & Integrity Services at Ernst And Young LLP
Future Fit Legal Leadership, Resilience, harnessing the best of yourself, your team and beyond in the new world of AI Sanjiv RAJAN•Menaka RAJASEGARAN•Rachel WRIGHT•Shi Yuan YEO•Catherine YONG•Gregory LEONG
The session will address: • What the expectations are of corporate counsels by business partners, company boards and executive leadership teams, • Embracing personal and self-care strategies for self and teams. Types of self-care strategies to use and to apply to those within your teams. • Which strategies to consider building sustainable relationships with outside counsel and smoother communications with private practice firms. • How to build and maintaining high performing teams delivering value add to the business and managing and embracing the new world of AI within the legal department.
Sanjiv RAJAN
Partner at Allen & Gledhill LLP
Menaka RAJASEGARAN
Senior Corporate Counsel at Microsoft
Rachel WRIGHT
Legal Director, Asia of LOD
Shi Yuan YEO
Regional Head of Legal & Compliance at FUJIFILM Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd.
Catherine YONG
Vice President, Head of Real Estate Management (Asia Pacific) at Schaeffler (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.
Gregory LEONG
Head of Legal - South-East Asia at WeWork
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Recruitment, Retention and Motivation of In-House Legal Counsel: Harder Than Ever? Ana HAYNES•Melissa KOH•Shin Min THNG•Felix TSE•Louis NG
In today’s fast-evolving legal landscape, attracting, retaining, and motivating top in-house legal talent has become more challenging than ever. With increasing workloads, rising expectations from business stakeholders, and shifting workplace priorities, legal teams must adapt to new realities to maintain a competitive edge.
This session will explore the key drivers behind these challenges, including talent shortages, evolving career aspirations, compensation pressures, and the growing demand for work-life balance. Experts will share insights on effective recruitment strategies, innovative retention initiatives, and motivational techniques that go beyond traditional incentives.
Delegates will gain practical strategies to build resilient, engaged, and high-performing legal teams that align with their organisation’s broader business goals. The discussion will also address how in-house counsel roles are transforming and what legal leaders can do to future-proof their teams in an increasingly complex corporate environment.
Ana HAYNES
General Counsel – SEAK, Japan & India at EssilorLuxottica
Melissa KOH
Market Unit Legal Director and Contracting Lead for Southeast Asia of Accenture
Shin Min THNG
Senior Director, Regional General Counsel, APAC of onsemi
Felix TSE
General Counsel at Pavilion Energy Pte Ltd
Louis NG
Chief Legal Officer at Ministry of Finance
Should Ethics Be the Foundation of Law and Legal Practice (E.g., Contracts/Regulations/Dispute Resolution)? Maree MYERSCOUGH•Nick TOMLINSON•Hai TRAN•Rachel YEE•John SANTELER
This panel explores the critical role of ethical principles in shaping robust legal strategies and driving sustainable business growth. In an era of rapid innovation and complex regulatory landscapes, ethical decision-making is essential for maintaining stakeholder trust, ensuring compliance, and fostering a positive corporate culture. This topic delves into the intersection of ethics with corporate governance, risk management, and strategic partnerships, highlighting how integrity and transparency serve as catalysts for long-term success. By addressing real-world challenges and providing actionable insights, this discussion underscores the transformative power of ethics in creating resilient organisations that excel in both legal and business arenas.
Maree MYERSCOUGH
COO & General Counsel at Aquila Clean Energy Asia Pacific
Nick TOMLINSON
Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer at Dentsu International
Hai TRAN
Head of Legal, APAC at Marex
Rachel YEE
Head of Legal & Compliance, Singapore & Southeast Asia at Sembcorp Industries Ltd
John SANTELER
APAC head of Ethics and Business Integrity at Google
APAC Legal Congress Closing Stanley PARK•Yi WONG
Stanley PARK
Co-Chairman of APAC Legal Congress & Board Director at Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
Yi WONG
General Counsel at Lum Chang
Registration & Refreshments
APAC Legal Congress Welcome Stanley PARK•Yi WONG
Stanley PARK
Co-Chairman of APAC Legal Congress & Board Director at Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
Yi WONG
General Counsel at Lum Chang
Opening Keynote by Distinguished Guest Justice CHUA Lee Ming
Justice CHUA Lee Ming
High Court Judge at Supreme Court, Singapore
In-House Counsel as Gatekeeper or Growth Partner: Which Role Is More Important for Technology Innovation? Deborah IM•Jean CHAY•Winnie CHING•Gladys CHUN•Eugene YAP
This panel explores the evolving role of in-house legal teams as enablers of growth and drivers of innovation. Traditionally seen as gatekeepers focused on compliance and risk mitigation, legal departments are now embracing a proactive, collaborative approach to foster innovation and strategic alignment with business goals. This session delves into practical strategies for transitioning from reactive problem-solvers to forward-thinking growth partners, highlighting the importance of agility, technology adoption, and cross-functional partnerships. Attendees will gain insights into how legal teams can create value by navigating regulatory challenges creatively, shaping corporate innovation strategies, and fostering a culture of collaboration and adaptability.
Deborah IM
Chief Legal Officer at Coda
Jean CHAY
Vice-President, Legal, Risk & Compliance at NTT DATA Asia Pacific
Winnie CHING
Group Director (Legal and Enforcement) of Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore
Gladys CHUN
General Counsel at Doctor Anywhere
Eugene YAP
General Counsel & Data Privacy Officer at L’Oréal Travel Retail Asia Pacific
Using Gen AI: Progress Report of the APAC GC Thomas CHUANG•Darren FOO•John HO•Lyn LEE•Lin ZHAN
This panel explores how legal departments can leverage digital transformation to enhance efficiency, adaptability, and strategic impact. This session delves into the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as AI, machine learning, and process automation to streamline workflows, improve decision-making, and reduce operational bottlenecks. It also emphasises the importance of cultivating agile legal teams equipped to respond rapidly to dynamic business environments and regulatory changes. Delegates will learn best practices for implementing digital tools, fostering a culture of innovation, and aligning legal strategies with organisational goals to drive growth and maintain a competitive edge.
Thomas CHUANG
Solutions Consultant at Thomson Reuters
Darren FOO
Vice President, Assistant General Counsel at Worldpay
John HO
Head, Legal, Financial Markets at Standard Chartered
Lyn LEE
Group Head, Legal at OCBC Bank
Lin ZHAN
Managing Counsel at Chanel
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Has Technology Allowed In-House Counsel to “Do More With Less”? Has the Result Been Beneficial for In-House Counsel and/or the Company? Jozsef ACABO•John CHUNG•Yasmin HUSSAIN•Daniel SEE•Swapnil SULE
The legal landscape is rapidly evolving, and in-house counsel are under increasing pressure to manage growing workloads efficiently while controlling costs. Technology has become a critical tool in this transformation, with advancements in artificial intelligence, contract automation, e-discovery, legal analytics, and collaboration platforms promising to help legal teams “do more with less.”
This session will explore whether these technological innovations have genuinely improved the efficiency and effectiveness of in-house legal teams—or whether they have introduced new challenges. Has technology empowered legal departments to provide greater strategic value to their organisations? Or has it simply shifted the burden, leading to heightened expectations, additional complexity, or potential risks?
Through real-world discussions and expert insights, we will assess how technology is reshaping the in-house counsel role, its impact on legal decision-making and risk management, and whether the benefits ultimately outweigh the costs for both legal teams and the companies they serve.
Jozsef ACABO
Strategic Account Director of Diligent
John CHUNG
Associate General Counsel at Intel Corporation
Yasmin HUSSAIN
Head of Legal Asia at LexisNexis
Daniel SEE
Vice President and General Counsel at Tech Data
Swapnil SULE
Director of EY Forensic & Integrity Services
Navigating the Intersection of Data Privacy, Security, & Innovation Hee Won (Marina) MOON•Eli SEROTA•Edna ESSIEN
The intersection of data privacy, security, and innovation presents a complex yet essential challenge for organisations in the digital era. As companies strive to harness the power of data to drive innovation, they must also navigate a tightening regulatory landscape and rising consumer expectations for privacy and security. This topic explores how in-house counsel can serve as strategic enablers, balancing compliance with privacy laws and emerging regulations, while fostering innovation through robust data governance frameworks. By addressing key issues like ethical data usage, cross-border data flows, and secure implementation of new technologies, legal teams can position themselves as catalysts for sustainable innovation, ensuring that privacy and security remain integral to business growth.
Hee Won (Marina) MOON
Partner at Kim & Chang
Eli SEROTA
Asia Lead, Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Communications at FTI Consulting
Edna ESSIEN
Director, Head of Data Protection Office, APAC/LATAM at PayPal
Crypto Redux Under Trump: The APAC GC’s Perspective Jared GROSS•Andrew GROTOWSKI•Wayne TAN•Ezra TAY•Derrick BOO
The rapid evolution of cryptocurrency markets presents unique challenges for in-house counsel, requiring a balance between compliance with fluctuating regulatory frameworks and fostering innovation. This session explores the dynamic legal landscape of digital assets, highlighting the implications of differing global regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) requirements, and evolving tax laws. It delves into strategies for navigating the complexities of decentralised finance (DeFi) platforms, stablecoins, and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), while addressing the risks of enforcement actions. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging legal agility to anticipate regulatory changes, foster strategic partnerships, and enable business growth in this volatile and fast-moving industry.
Jared GROSS
Managing Member at East West Technology Ventures Pte Ltd
Andrew GROTOWSKI
Chief Legal Officer at Libeara
Wayne TAN
General Counsel at OpenEden
Ezra TAY
Chief Legal and Compliance Officer at Travala.com
Derrick BOO
General Counsel at Xterio
Lunch Break & Networking Session
Technology and Dispute Resolution: Has Technology Made It Easier or Harder to Resolve Disputes? Wendy LIN•Anand SASHIDHARAN•Chen Yang SIA•Natasha SULAIMAN•Ramesh MOOSA
This panel explores the evolving landscape of cross-border conflicts as emerging technologies and novel business models redefine global commerce. The session examines how advancements in digital platforms, blockchain, and artificial intelligence are reshaping traditional dispute resolution mechanisms, introducing challenges like jurisdictional ambiguity, data privacy concerns, and enforcement complexities. It delves into the role of international arbitration and mediation in providing adaptable frameworks, while also highlighting the need for innovative legal solutions to address disputes arising in decentralised ecosystems, such as cryptocurrency markets and global supply chains. By fostering a deeper understanding of these dynamics, the discussion aims to equip in-house counsel and legal practitioners with strategies to navigate disputes effectively while promoting innovation-friendly resolution processes.
Wendy LIN
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Anand SASHIDHARAN
Group General Counsel at Synergy Marine Group
Chen Yang SIA
General Counsel at Golden Gate Ventures
Natasha SULAIMAN
Vice President Legal & Compliance at Singapore Airlines
Ramesh MOOSA
Partner at EY
How Important is the Role of In-House Counsel in Fighting Cyber-Crime? Daniel CHOO•Meng Wai LOW•Sandhia NAIR•Roy SIM•Karim ES-SAID
In an era where cyber threats are escalating in frequency and sophistication, the role of in-house counsel has become critical in safeguarding organisations against cyber-crime. Beyond their traditional legal responsibilities, in-house counsel now serve as key strategists in cybersecurity risk management, regulatory compliance, and incident response.
This session will explore the evolving responsibilities of in-house legal teams in preventing, mitigating, and responding to cyber threats. It will examine how they collaborate with IT and security teams, ensure compliance with data protection laws, and manage the legal and reputational risks associated with cyber breaches. The discussion will also address the importance of proactive legal frameworks, incident response planning, and regulatory reporting obligations.
Attendees will gain insights into best practices for cyber risk governance, emerging regulatory trends, and the legal complexities of cross-border cyber incidents. The session aims to equip in-house counsel with the knowledge and tools needed to play a proactive and strategic role in defending their organisations against cyber-crime.
Daniel CHOO
General Counsel & Privacy Responsible (APAC) at Bruker
Meng Wai LOW
Group General Counsel and Company Secretary at Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd
Sandhia NAIR
Head Legal South APAC at Swiss Re Asia Pte. Ltd.
Roy SIM
Head of APAC Legal and Regulatory Affairs at Houlihan Lokey
Karim ES-SAID
General Counsel (APAC) at Siemens Energy
Coffee Break & Networking Session
How Do ALSPs Serve as Catalysts for Legal Innovation? Neeraj ATHALYE•Brett MENADUE•Stephen ROTSTEIN•Zee Kin YEONG•Samson LEO
This panel explores how in-house legal teams can leverage Alternative Legal Service Providers (ALSPs) to drive efficiency, innovation, and strategic growth. This session highlights the role of ALSPs in handling routine or high-volume tasks, such as contract review, e-discovery, and compliance support, allowing in-house counsel to focus on complex, high-value activities. It delves into strategies for selecting the right ALSPs, fostering collaboration, and integrating their capabilities with internal legal operations. By embracing these partnerships, legal departments can enhance agility, reduce costs, and accelerate the adoption of cutting-edge technologies, ultimately positioning themselves as proactive business enablers in a competitive landscape.
Neeraj ATHALYE
Vice President & Head - APAC at Icertis
Brett MENADUE
Managing Director, Asia & Middle East of LOD
Stephen ROTSTEIN
President at In-house Counsel Worldwide (ICW)
Zee Kin YEONG
Chief Executive at Singapore Academy of Law
Samson LEO
Chief Legal Officer at Fazz Financial Group & StraitsX
Gen AI & Technological Progress in the Future: The Hopes, Worries & Preparations of the APAC GC Naomi GASTON•Chee Kin LAM•Taur-Jiun WONG•Sherry ZHANG
As generative AI and emerging technologies continue to reshape industries, legal leaders across the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region are facing unprecedented challenges and opportunities. This session will explore how in-house counsel can navigate the evolving technological landscape, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance, ethical considerations, and risk management.
The panel will discuss the hopes that AI-driven efficiencies and automation bring to legal workflows, contract management, and business decision-making. At the same time, examine the worries surrounding data privacy, intellectual property risks, and regulatory uncertainties across different APAC jurisdictions. Finally, the session will provide practical guidance on how general counsel (GCs) can prepare their organisations—developing AI governance frameworks, upskilling legal teams, and ensuring strategic alignment between legal and business functions.
Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of AI in legal practice and how APAC GCs can lead their organisations through this transformative era.
Naomi GASTON
Senior Legal Consultant at ContractPodAi
Chee Kin LAM
Managing Director & Head Group Legal & Compliance of DBS Bank Ltd
Taur-Jiun WONG
Head of Legal & Compliance, Southeast Asia at Rabobank
Sherry ZHANG
Group General Counsel at Advance Intelligence Group
APAC Legal Congress Closing Stanley PARK•Yi WONG
Stanley PARK
Co-Chairman of APAC Legal Congress & Board Director at Singapore Corporate Counsel Association
Yi WONG
General Counsel at Lum Chang
Evening Cocktail Reception
Kim & Chang • Overview of Korea re: Impeachment and its Potential Impact on Korean Regulations for Key Industries Jin PARK
How will South Korea’s political landscape change following the Constitutional Court’s final ruling on the presidential impeachment case?
What impact will the new political landscape have on the country's domestic policy and foreign relations?
What implications will these changes have for foreign investments and business operations in South Korea?
Jin PARK
Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and four-term member of National Assembly, Senior Advisor at Kim & Chang
Kim & Chang • Turbulent Trade: An Update John Patrick LEONARD•Marie PARK
Join us for a session on recent US trade developments, including a comprehensive summary of recent US trade actions to date and enforcement of new tariff measures by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). We will explore the implications for companies conducting business in Korea, as well as Korea’s response to these US actions and the larger implications for the countries in the region. Additionally, we will discuss practical strategies that companies can adopt to proactively navigate this evolving landscape.
John Patrick LEONARD
Former Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner of the Office of Trade at the US Customs and Border Protection(“CBP”)), Senior Advisor at Kim & Chang
Marie PARK
Partner at Kim & Chang
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Kim & Chang • Workforce Strategies for Responding to the Changing Business Environment and Legal Updates Matthew F. JONES•Hee Won (Marina) MOON•HyungChul Andy PARK•Jung Taek PARK
As the Korean economy continues to face various challenges, we will cover some key issues and strategies in the area of restructuring, people management and key legal updates on certain wage and benefit issues. Among others, we will explain the top 5 mistakes that companies make when they need to separate employees. We will also explain how the recent Supreme Court case on “ordinary wage” is causing companies to have to reevaluate their current wage payment practices and what can be done to reduce the risk. Finally, we will cover issues and strategies that companies face in dealing with low performance and workplace harassment and what are some proactive approaches to evaluate and assess the company’s current system and readiness to deal with such issues.
Matthew F. JONES
Partner at Kim & Chang
Hee Won (Marina) MOON
Partner at Kim & Chang
HyungChul Andy PARK
Head of Management & People Center at Kim & Chang
Jung Taek PARK
Partner at Kim & Chang
Registration & Refreshments
S-RM • Is dealmaking coming back in 2025 – and what new risks are coming down the pipeline? Tess FORGE•Morgan STARK
Expectations for transaction activity in Asia coming into 2025 were high, even bullish. From what our panellists have seen so far, at least some of this optimism seems justified, with dealmaking in Asia showing strong signs of momentum. Given the dynamic geopolitical environment, our panellists discuss challenges for legal and risk professionals supporting M&A in 2025. We seek to make sense of developments in the regional market, discussing whether risk vectors are largely known of if the changing global environment is creating new, unfamiliar problems.
Tess FORGE
Counsel at Clifford Chance
Morgan STARK
Head of Asia at S-RM
Coffee Break & Networking Session
S-RM • Enforcement in 2030: what will matter more for Asia – the FCPA, tariffs, or sanctions? Wataru KAWAI•Septimus KNOX•Benjamin KOSTRZEWA•Nick TURNER•Khushaal VED
Trump 2.0 has seen a 180-day pause to FCPA enforcement, a news cycle dominated by announcements of new tariffs, as well as ongoing speculation about the new US administration’s policy on sanctions. Our panellists will parse through what this might mean for enforcement patterns in Asia by the end of the current administration – will it change attitudes to corruption and bribery? Should legal counsel be more concerned about tariffs? Or, as one saying goes, are ‘sanctions the new FCPA?’ What will this all mean for legal counsel and investigators trying to navigate this changing landscape?
Wataru KAWAI
Global Compliance at Bytedance
Septimus KNOX
Director, Disputes & Investigations of S-RM
Benjamin KOSTRZEWA
Foreign Legal Consultant at Hogan Lovells
Nick TURNER
Global Sanctions Lead Counsel at Binance
Khushaal VED
Partner at Hogan Lovells
S-RM • From Zero to Cyber Cartel: How Ransomware Gangs are Created? Mark FARLEY•Lester LIM
Have you ever wondered how ransomware gangs come together to execute their first attacks? As formidable global threats, these gangs cause costly disruptions to businesses and governments alike. This interactive session delves into the steps and operational decisions in their formation and initial operations. We will explore the motivations behind these gangs, scrutinise the infrastructure, tooling choices, and economic factors that drive them, and consider how the countermeasures employed by target companies influence their behaviour. By placing you in the mindset of an attacker, this session aims to enhance your understanding of the ransomware landscape, ultimately equipping you with strategies to better safeguard your business.
Mark FARLEY
Head of Proactive Services, Asia at S-RM
Lester LIM
Director, Cybersecurity Asia of S-RM
Lunch Break & Networking Session
Drew & Napier • Crypto, Compliance & Crisis: A Legal Roadmap for In-House Counsel Grace CHONG•Shumin LIN•Jonathan CHEONG
With regulatory scrutiny tightening and market fluctuations creating new risks, in-house counsel face mounting challenges in web3 compliance. This panel will explore practical steps to ensure regulatory adherence, manage risk, and respond to potential disputes, equipping corporate legal teams with actionable strategies. We will also examine the potential impact of a crypto-friendly Trump presidency on regulatory approaches and compliance strategies.
Grace CHONG
Director of Drew & Napier LLC
Shumin LIN
Director of Drew & Napier LLC
Jonathan CHEONG
Head of Legal, Risk & Compliance at Bybit
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Drew & Napier • Scenarios in Complex Disputes & how to manage them– Views from Across the Table Adam MANIAM•Mahesh RAI•Natasha SULAIMAN•Esther YANG•Louis NG
Disputes have never been as complex as they are today – multi-faceted, multi-jurisdictional and often involving an enormous amount of documentation and evidence. Join us for an interactive session where disputes experts from Drew & Napier and in-house counsel will share different perspectives on how to manage various scenarios that typically arise in the course of disputes.
Adam MANIAM
Director of Drew & Napier LLC
Mahesh RAI
Director of Drew & Napier LLC
Natasha SULAIMAN
Vice President Legal & Compliance at Singapore Airlines
Esther YANG
Director, Legal Services of Creative Technology Ltd
Louis NG
Chief Legal Officer at Ministry of Finance
LexMundi • Product Launches in the wake of Data Protection: Obligation or Opportunity? Jillian CHIA•Shashank MISHRA•Wei-Shen MAK
Discussions around building compliance with data protection regimes often focus on the costs associated with implementing these compliances. However, in a digital economy where consumers are increasingly concerned about how companies collect and use their data, investing in data protection measures may offer organisations a competitive advantage. In this context, we will explore how organizations are moving from a paradigm where data protection measures are implemented as an afterthought to one where data protection is integrated as a core principle in every stage of a new product launch - from design, to development, right up to the actual deployment of the product.
In this expert panel, our panelists will discuss how thinking regarding building compliance has changed over the past few years, the measures they keep in mind when launching products now, and how differences in data protection regimes among jurisdictions impact how the same product is launched in different countries.
Jillian CHIA
Partner at Skrine
Shashank MISHRA
Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Wei-Shen MAK
VP, Legal & Business Affairs at Viki Inc
LexMundi • Data Privacy Litigation: Legal Challenges and Strategies in Protecting Personal Data Shashank MISHRA•Jeanne WANG
This panel discussion reviews data privacy litigation, exploring how legal actions are evolving in response to breaches, misuse of personal information, and non-compliance with data protection laws. With increasing concerns about data security and privacy, the panel will exchange views on whether and to what extent litigation is a powerful tool for individuals, regulatory bodies, and organizations in addressing violations. This session will examine current litigation trends in different regions, legal remedies available for privacy infringements, and the broader implications of data privacy lawsuits in today's digital economy.
This discussion will provide a deep, nuanced look at how data privacy violations are being addressed in courtrooms, the potential consequences for businesses, and the role of litigation in advancing privacy rights in the digital world, concluded by offering practical advice for businesses, individuals, and legal practitioners on how to navigate the complex world of data privacy litigation.
Shashank MISHRA
Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Jeanne WANG
Partner at Tsar & Tsai Law Firm
Coffee Break & Networking Session
LexMundi • Exploring data related concerns in deal making Shashank MISHRA•Tomonobu MURATA•Tristan DELGADO
The increasing importance of data protection today makes data a key concern at every stage of the transaction - from due diligence, to evaluating deal valuations, to integrating data post the transaction. There are instances of deal value getting impacted after discovery of data breaches. This only highlights the importance of being “data-aware” even in corporate transactions.
In this panel, we will explore the challenges and best practices for navigating data protection regulations, conducting thorough due diligence and ensuring compliance, and integrating data securely post-transaction.
Shashank MISHRA
Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Tomonobu MURATA
Partner at Nishimura & Asahi
Tristan DELGADO
Senior Associate at Romulo
LexMundi • Navigating Data Protection in 2025: Regional Trends, Risks & Readiness Jillian CHIA•Shashank MISHRA•Jeanne WANG•Tomonobu MURATA•Tristan DELGADO
As data protection laws continue to evolve across the region, organisations must stay ahead of regulatory changes and emerging risks. This panel will provide key insights into the latest developments in China, India, Japan, Malaysia and the Philippines, highlighting significant legislative updates and compliance challenges. In this session, our expert panel will discuss, the major regulatory shifts and what they mean for businesses operating in multiple jurisdictions, emerging risks in data protection – from cross-border data flows to cybersecurity threats and key compliance priorities for 2025 and practical steps organisations should take to prepare.
Jillian CHIA
Partner at Skrine
Shashank MISHRA
Partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co
Jeanne WANG
Partner at Tsar & Tsai Law Firm
Tomonobu MURATA
Partner at Nishimura & Asahi
Tristan DELGADO
Senior Associate at Romulo
Registration & Refreshments
WongPartnership • Retreating from ESG? Do Impact Investing! Teck Wee TIONG•Christy LIM•Sion Yoong TIAN•Jolynn LIM
Impact investing, which seeks both financial returns and positive social or environmental outcomes, is a growing field and presents unique legal challenges and opportunities. In addition, impact investments are critical to helping businesses future proof against climate and social risks. Join us as we explore the regulatory landscape, structuring options, and practical considerations for legal professional advising their organisations in this area.
Teck Wee TIONG
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Christy LIM
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Sion Yoong TIAN
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Jolynn LIM
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Coffee Break & Networking Session
WongPartnership • When Things Fall Apart: How to Manage and Mitigate Disputes and Financial Distress Peng Cheng TAY•Smitha MENON•Wei Lee LIM•Wendy LIN
It is unavoidable that relationships and businesses come under stress and distress. Positioning your organisation optimally when there is a dispute or financial difficulty is key. This requires taking strategic steps before, during and after the problem arises so that business relationships and reputation can be salvaged and paper judgments can be avoided. The session will address how this can be done with a focus on infrastructure disputes, insolvency risk and asset recovery.
Peng Cheng TAY
Partner at WongPartnership
Smitha MENON
Partner at WongPartnership
Wei Lee LIM
Partner at WongPartnership
Wendy LIN
Partner at WongPartnership LLP
Lunch Break & Networking Session
Dentons Rodyk • Seismic Changes in Tax and Employment Law – What In-House Counsel Need to Know Chun Ying NG•Mark SEAH•Shu Yih NG
This session will explore pivotal changes in the regulatory framework pertaining to two key areas- tax and employment law. Both of these are particularly relevant to companies operating in Singapore. Join us for a concise session to equip you with the knowledge to navigate the impact of these developments as General or in-house counsel.
On the tax front, the OECD's Two Pillar Solution is a major overhaul of global tax rules that will permanently change the international tax landscape. Singapore has implemented Pillar Two by recently enacting the Multinational Enterprise (Minimum Tax) Act. This landmark legislation ensures that large corporations pay a minimum level of tax on their income. We seek to demystify these developments and will also discuss the key updates from the recent Singapore Budget. These tax reforms will have significant implications for multinational companies in planning their operations, as well as for Singapore as a hub.
Recent developments in Singapore employment law include the passing of the Workplace Fairness Act, the first of a two-step plan this year that will continue to transform the labour law environment here. We will delve into the preparations that corporates have to make, to be ready when the Act comes into force, and will explore the impact of these enhancements on employers as workforce management becomes an increasingly complex part of the overall engagement with stakeholders in the modern business world.
Chun Ying NG
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Mark SEAH
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Shu Yih NG
Senior Associate at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Dentons Rodyk • The fastest route to debt recovery • wind up or arbitrate? Ajinderpal SINGH•Melissa THNG•Alexander LEE
Arbitration has become a preferred method of dispute resolution (over state courts), but it remains cheaper and easier to serve a statutory demand and wind up if the debt is (or should be) undisputed. Which course should you take if your contract contains an arbitration clause? Join us in discussing recent developments in Singapore and English law on the issue. The wrong choice means going back to the drawing board and starting all over.
New institutional tools have been developed such as the SIAC Rules 2025 (which came into effect on 1 January 2025) and SIAC Insolvency Arbitration Protocol (currently in draft, under consultation) which make it easier for you to navigate these issues. The new rules also are intended to result in cost and time efficiencies. Come and join us for a discussion on these issues.
Ajinderpal SINGH
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Melissa THNG
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Alexander LEE
Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Dentons Rodyk • Practical considerations of Sustainability in Business Jonathan GUWE•Jean Nie HO•Ron OONG
As sustainability becomes a key priority for businesses, in-house lawyers play a crucial role in navigating the legal, regulatory, and reputational aspects of sustainability initiatives. This panel will provide practical insights into the sustainability-related legal issues that in-house counsel commonly encounter.
Jonathan GUWE
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Jean Nie HO
Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Ron OONG
Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Dentons Rodyk • Ransomware Attacks and the Crypto Ransom: Survival Guide for In-House Counsels Audrey CHIANG•Gilbert LEONG•Yi Jing TEO•Emma CAROLAN
In an era where cyber threats loom larger than ever, ransomware attacks are becoming a grim reality for organizations across all sectors. Join our expert panel as they navigate the treacherous waters of cybercrime and cryptocurrency ransom demands, equipping in-house counsels with essential insights and strategies for defence and recovery.
Is payment of a ransom illegal? Is tracing and asset recovery of crypto paid in a ransom possible? What are the risks that may be insured against?
This session will explore some of these questions and wider legal questions about ransomware attacks and cryptocurrencies. Learn the do's and don'ts that could save your organization from further legal pitfalls and delve into the insurance landscape surrounding ransomware risks.
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that aims to empower in-house counsels with the tools they need to combat ransomware threats effectively. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your knowledge and prepare your organization for the challenges of a digital world.
Audrey CHIANG
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Gilbert LEONG
Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Yi Jing TEO
Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP
Emma CAROLAN
Head of Cyber Claims and Coverage (APAC) at Aon
Kroll • M&A Beyond Numbers: Unearthing the Hidden Stories in Deals Saket BHARTIA•Maurice BURKE•Tania PAVASKAR•Geraldine LIM
In this session, we will shift focus from traditional financial metrics to the often-overlooked cultural, ethical, and geopolitical risks in mergers and acquisitions. This session will uncover the hidden stories behind successful and failed deals, emphasizing how integrity issues can make or break an acquisition. Through compelling case studies, participants will learn how to identify and mitigate these risks to ensure smoother integrations and more sustainable outcomes.
Saket BHARTIA
Managing Director, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance of Kroll
Maurice BURKE
Managing Director of Kroll
Tania PAVASKAR
APAC Head of Compliance at Autodesk
Geraldine LIM
Senior Vice President, Head of Legal, Compliance and Risk at Suntory Beverage & Food Asia Pacific
Kroll • Geopolitical Risk 2.0 and its Impact on Compliance Programs Graham ONG-WEBB
We will explore the evolving landscape of geopolitical risks, including heightened trade tensions, regulatory changes, and political instability. This session will delve into how these factors influence corporate compliance programs, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies including AI, data-driven risk assessments to navigate new challenges and ensure regulatory adherence in a volatile global environment.
Graham ONG-WEBB
Senior Vice President, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance at Kroll
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Kroll • Integrity Due Diligence: The New Gold Standard in ESG Investments Tadashi KAGEYAMA
In this session, we will delve into the importance of integrity due diligence in ESG investments, highlighting how it serves as a safeguard against greenwashing and ethical breaches. Through real-world examples, participants will learn how to identify red flags and implement best practices to ensure their ESG initiatives are both credible and impactful.
Tadashi KAGEYAMA
Senior Managing Director, Investigations, Diligence and Compliance of Kroll
Kroll • You’ve won the case, what’s next?: Effective Enforcement Strategies for Corporate Asset Recovery Jin LOW
In today’s globalized economy, asset recovery is a critical yet complex challenge for corporations navigating fraud, insolvency, and enforcement disputes. This session will provide participants with an insider’s perspective on navigating cross-border enforcement challenges, and executing high-stakes recovery strategies.
With practical insights, this session will equip attendees with the knowledge to proactively identify and recover assets, mitigate corporate risk, and partner effectively with external specialists in complex disputes.
Jin LOW
Director of Kroll
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Morrison Foerster • Building an Effective Global IP Strategy – Mitigating Risks to your IP Portfolio and Managing IP Disputes Zhikang FU•Yi-Jun KANG•Gordon MILNER•Lingeng ZHUANG
In today’s global economy, intellectual property remains a cornerstone of competitive advantage. Developing an effective IP strategy is essential to safeguarding innovation, driving business growth, and maintaining a competitive edge. This panel will focus on portfolio risk assessment, licensing, and litigation strategies, and share best practices on building an effective global IP strategy – both for multinational companies seeking to protect and defend their IP portfolios in APAC, and for APAC companies seeking to scale up their IP portfolios. Join us to gain insight on proactive risk management of IP assets and be equipped with practical knowledge to develop and implement a cross-jurisdictional IP strategy.
Zhikang FU
Director, Senior IP Strategy Solutions of IPOS International
Yi-Jun KANG
Associate, International Arbitration at Morrison Foerster, Singapore
Gordon MILNER
Partner, Technology Transactions Group at Morrison Foerster, Singapore
Lingeng ZHUANG
Associate, Dispute Resolution at Morrison Foerster, Singapore
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Morrison Foerster • Navigating the New Reality: Providing Perspective for Businesses in APAC in the Era of Evolving Trade Controls Charmaine CHAN-RICHARD•David A. NEWMAN•B. Chen ZHU•Rishikeesh WIJAYA
In today’s fragmented world, governments globally are increasingly leveraging sanctions and export controls as foreign policy tools. Companies across industries are grappling with the repercussions of the shifting geopolitical landscape that present legal, compliance, and reputational challenges. This panel will focus on emerging regulatory and enforcement trends in sanctions and export controls from the U.S. and beyond, compliance challenges unique to businesses in APAC, and how companies in the region may prepare and adopt strategies to deal with evolving trade controls.
Charmaine CHAN-RICHARD
Assistant General Counsel at Singtel
David A. NEWMAN
Co-chair of the National Security and Crisis Management practices at Morrison Foerster, Washington, D.C.
B. Chen ZHU
Head of Sanctions and Export Controls Practice for Asia at Morrison Foerster, Hong Kong
Rishikeesh WIJAYA
Associate, Investigations + White Collar Defense at Morrison Foerster, Singapore
Morrison Foerster • Beyond the War Room: Turning Strategic Response into your Strategic Advantage Mathew ORR•Daniel LEVISON•Saqib ALAM•Anish HAZRA
Threats to businesses take various forms, often at the intersection of legal, reputational, and governmental risks. In-house legal teams are expected to manage, if not, lead strategic responses to these threats to ensure alignment with business objectives, while coordinating with multiple internal and external stakeholders. In APAC, a multi-disciplinary approach in your strategic response considering unique business, regulatory, and cultural nuances in each jurisdiction is essential.
This panel will walk through a scenario-based discussion with real-life examples to discuss how in-house counsel may appropriately identify and analyze relevant risks, develop and adopt strategies to respond to these risks, and prepare their businesses for potential threats in the future.
Mathew ORR
Director of Investigations, Asia Pacific & Japan at Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Daniel LEVISON
Head of Litigation, Singapore and the firm’s Ethics and Compliance regional practice in Asia at Morrison Foerster
Saqib ALAM
Partner, Crisis Management at Morrison Foerster, London
Anish HAZRA
Associate, Litigation at Morrison Foerster, Singapore
Lunch Break & Networking Session
Providence Law Asia • Crisis Management in an Era of Fraud Simon ELLIOT•Reshmi KHURANA•Abraham VERGIS SC•Darren CERASI
With the proliferation of sophisticated frauds and scams, business and institutions are increasingly at risk of being the target of bad actors. Join our expert panel, as they discuss the most pressing issues surrounding such attacks.
Through real-life case studies and expert insights, this session will share perspectives on the tough choices organisations face when dealing with cybercriminals and how to manage such crises. It will also provide a comprehensive checklist for in-house counsel, ensuring they are prepared to manage the legal and operational aspects of a fraud crisis.
Simon ELLIOT
Partner at Three Crowns
Reshmi KHURANA
Partner and Managing Director of AlixPartners
Abraham VERGIS SC
Managing Director of Providence Law Asia
Darren CERASI
Partner at Deloitte
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Providence Law Asia • Corporate Workouts and Restructurings: Managing Stakeholders and Avoiding Pitfalls in Distressed Situations Daniel TAN•Joshua TAYLOR•Anupam BEHURA
In times of financial distress, companies often face a choice between out-of-court workouts and formal restructurings. Corporate counsel play a critical role in navigating these complex situations—balancing stakeholder interests, mitigating legal risks, and ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations. Missteps can lead to litigation, reputational damage, or even insolvency proceedings.
Daniel TAN
Director of Providence Law Asia
Joshua TAYLOR
Managing Director of Alvarez & Marsal
Anupam BEHURA
Partner at Bain Capital
Providence Law Asia • Funding the Fight: Litigation Funding Trends and Strategies Colin LIEW•Arvindran MANOOSEGARAN•Carolina CARLSTEDT
Explore the latest trends in litigation as our distinguished panel discuss the innovative strategies, market growth, and the challenges of financing complex litigation. This session will offer practical insights into how litigation funders assess risks, structure deals, and navigate the legal and financial complexities of funding high-profile cases.
Colin LIEW
Director of Providence Law Asia
Arvindran MANOOSEGARAN
Investment Manager at Omni Bridgeway
Carolina CARLSTEDT
Investment Manager at LCM
Rajah & Tann • FDI – Legal and Business Considerations in Malaysia & the Johor-Singapore Economic Zone Jennifer LEE•Jacyn PHUAH•Khairil SUHAIREE•Pei Tze GAN
The session covers the growing importance of the Johor Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for international businesses, emphasizing key legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations for foreign investors. It explores practical aspects of setting up operations, real estate investments, and supply chain integration with Singapore, along with cross-border compliance. The session concludes with an expert panel discussion, offering insights into key legal and business issues impacting investments in Johor.
Jennifer LEE
Partner, Banking & Finance, Capital Markets at Christopher & Lee Ong
Jacyn PHUAH
Partner, Mergers & Acquisitions at Christopher & Lee Ong
Khairil SUHAIREE
Partner, Corporate Commercial at Rajah & Tann Singapore
Pei Tze GAN
Partner at PwC Malaysia
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Rajah & Tann • Competition, Consumer Protection and AI – What are the developing risks? Joshua SEET•Tanya TANG•Anastasia PRITAHAYU
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving innovation while raising significant competition and regulatory challenges across various industries. This panel will examine key legal issues as well as broader regulatory and compliance considerations. As authorities seek to balance innovation with fair competition and consumer protection, our competition and consumer protection law experts will provide in-house counsel with practical insights into emerging risks, enforcement trends, and strategies for navigating AI’s evolving legal landscape.
Joshua SEET
Partner, Competition & Antitrust and Trade at Rajah & Tann Singapore
Tanya TANG
Partner (Chief Economic and Policy Advisor), Competition & Antitrust and Trade and Technology, Media & Telecommunications at Rajah & Tann Singapore
Anastasia PRITAHAYU
Senior Associate, Competition & Antitrust and Trade at Assegaf Hamzah & Partners
Rajah & Tann • The Future of ESG: Trends, Board Accountability, and Corporate Responsibility Weilin LEE•Disa SIM•Yee Ming YAU•Ailing LEE
This session will address the latest ESG trends, focusing on social and governance issues beyond environmental concerns. It will explore the evolving expectations and accountability of boards in response to regulatory changes and stakeholder pressures. Additionally, it will discuss the balance between ESG goals, corporate responsibility, and business performance, offering insights on how legal teams can better support boards in managing these complexities.
Partner, Corporate Practice Group at Christopher & Lee Ong
Ailing LEE
Director, Legal & Regulatory of Temasek
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Control Risks • The role of modern General Counsels in a fractured world Angela MANCINI•Steve WILFORD•Pamela QIU
In today's complex global landscape, General Counsels (GCs) play a multifaceted role, managing both financial and non-financial risks, navigating global trade dynamics, and staying ahead of evolving ethics and compliance trends. As technology advances, GCs must also address emerging threats such as AI-enabled fraud. Their adaptability and strategic vision are crucial in guiding organisations through these challenges, positioning them as indispensable leaders in a rapidly changing world.
Angela MANCINI
Head of Geopolitical Risk Analysis, Asia Pacific at Control Risks
Steve WILFORD
Head of Strategic Advisory, Asia Pacific at Control Risks
Pamela QIU
Head of Southeast Asia at Control Risks
Control Risks • Eyes on the ground: Indonesia case study Achmad SUKARSONO
Geopolitics matters but don’t overlook the hyperlocal! Indonesia has long been a study case of an environment that confuses investors. The new regime has not made this maze any easier to decipher although who calls the shots is now clearer. Recent reforms and policies in fact have increased confusion, leaving the option of connecting with stakeholders as the most reliable cipher with its own risks.
Achmad SUKARSONO
Indonesia Lead Analyst at Control Risks
Coffee Break & Networking Session
Control Risks • Enhancing Resilience: Integrating threat intelligence to protect your company from emerging threats Jim FITZSIMMONS•Nadav DAVIDAI
Control Risks experts will look at how the global threat landscape has evolved (including the origination of online threats to the physical realm) and discuss intelligence-driven approaches that organisations can adopt to safeguard executives, protect the company’s brand equity and reputation, and reduce exposure to emerging risks.
Jim FITZSIMMONS
Principal, Digital Risks, Asia Pacific at Control Risks
Nadav DAVIDAI
Head of Crisis & Security Consulting, Asia Pacific at Control Risks
Control Risks • Responding to the white-collar fraud threat amid growing sophistication and AI Chin Yong KWEK•Edward BLENK•Jim FITZSIMMONS
Highly sophisticated white-collar scam syndicates have defrauded major multinational and listed companies around to the tune of tens of millions of dollars at a time. The prevalence of such scams increased during the Covid-19 pandemic, which normalised remote relationship-building and caused a liquidity crunch in many industries. But the trend did not die down. With each successful swindle, these scammers obtained more sophisticated resources, partners and tools to perfect their dark craft. Control Risks will talk through redacted examples of such cases, and discuss how AI will only heighten the threat, and ways that companies can protect themselves.
Chin Yong KWEK
Head of Forensics practice , Southeast Asia at Control Risks
Edward BLENK
Head of Business Intelligence, Southeast Asia at Control Risks
Jim FITZSIMMONS
Principal, Digital Risks, Asia Pacific at Control Risks
Conrol Risks • Closing remarks Pamela QIU
Pamela QIU
Head of Southeast Asia at Control Risks
Lunch Break & Networking Session
KorumLegal • What Next? The Future-Ready Legal Department: Building the Legal Team of 2030 and Beyond Titus RAHIRI•Amber RILEY•Tanveen SINGH•Welly TANTONO•Karuna MAH
The legal landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by global risks, emerging technologies, and innovative legal service models. How can tomorrow’s General Counsel and legal teams stay ahead?
Join KorumLegal as we explore 'What Next?' in building the Future-Ready Legal Department for 2030 and beyond. Discover the steps legal leaders must take today to prepare for the future.
Key topics we will cover: • People & Careers: Explore the evolving responsibilities of legal departments, the essential skill sets for future leaders, leadership pathways for aspiring General Counsels, and the importance of agility in a world of geopolitical and economic uncertainty. • Technology & Innovation: Understand the impact of Gen AI, automation, and data analytics on legal service delivery, and learn how the 2030 General Counsel can drive strategic value. • Legal Ecosystem: Discover how ALSPs, law firms, and in-house teams will collaborate in new ways to enhance efficiency and innovation. • Strategic Positioning: Discuss how to embed legal within the wider organisation to influence decision-making and effectively respond to challenges such as immigration shifts, Asia-US trade tensions, and unpredictable global markets.
Designed for legal leaders and future General Counsels, this session is a must-attend for those looking to future-proof their careers and legal teams. Don’t just react to change—be the architect of the legal department of the future.
Titus RAHIRI
CEO & Founder of KorumLegal
Amber RILEY
Senior Managing Director of Macquarie Bank
Tanveen SINGH
General Counsel & Director of IRD GLOBAL
Welly TANTONO
Group General Counsel at Secretlab
Karuna MAH
General Counsel for Avanade APAC at Accenture
Coffee Break & Networking Session
KorumLegal • What Next? The Future-Ready Legal Department: Building the Legal Team of 2030 and Beyond Titus RAHIRI•Amber RILEY•Tanveen SINGH•Welly TANTONO•Karuna MAH
The legal landscape is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by global risks, emerging technologies, and innovative legal service models. How can tomorrow’s General Counsel and legal teams stay ahead?
Join KorumLegal as we explore 'What Next?' in building the Future-Ready Legal Department for 2030 and beyond. Discover the steps legal leaders must take today to prepare for the future.
Key topics we will cover: • People & Careers: Explore the evolving responsibilities of legal departments, the essential skill sets for future leaders, leadership pathways for aspiring General Counsels, and the importance of agility in a world of geopolitical and economic uncertainty. • Technology & Innovation: Understand the impact of Gen AI, automation, and data analytics on legal service delivery, and learn how the 2030 General Counsel can drive strategic value. • Legal Ecosystem: Discover how ALSPs, law firms, and in-house teams will collaborate in new ways to enhance efficiency and innovation. • Strategic Positioning: Discuss how to embed legal within the wider organisation to influence decision-making and effectively respond to challenges such as immigration shifts, Asia-US trade tensions, and unpredictable global markets.
Designed for legal leaders and future General Counsels, this session is a must-attend for those looking to future-proof their careers and legal teams. Don’t just react to change—be the architect of the legal department of the future.
Titus RAHIRI
CEO & Founder of KorumLegal
Amber RILEY
Senior Managing Director of Macquarie Bank
Tanveen SINGH
General Counsel & Director of IRD GLOBAL
Welly TANTONO
Group General Counsel at Secretlab
Karuna MAH
General Counsel for Avanade APAC at Accenture
SIAC • Managing Disputes I – Procedural Tools and Innovations in the SIAC Rules 2025 Asiyah ARIF•Swati JHAVERI•Sue Ann MAH•Rishabh MALAVIYA•Abhishek SRIVASTAVA•Angelia THNG
Drawing on examples from the SIAC Rules 2025 that came into force on 1 January 2025, this panel will consider how different procedural tools can be deployed by in-house counsel and their legal advisers for efficiently and effectively resolving disputes - whether as claimant or respondent. This includes a discussion on new procedures introduced in the SIAC Rules 2025 such as the Streamlined Procedure, Preliminary Determination, and Coordinated Proceedings; expansion of the cases eligible for the Expedited Procedure; and enhancements to the Emergency Arbitrator procedure. The panel features speakers from the SIAC Secretariat and Strategy & Development teams as well as leading practitioners with extensive arbitration experience.
Asiyah ARIF
Member, YSIAC Council; Director of Providence Law Asia
Swati JHAVERI
Director & Head (Planning, Development and Research) of SIAC
Sue Ann MAH
Senior Strategy & Development Manager (Legal) at SIAC
Rishabh MALAVIYA
Counsel at SIAC
Abhishek SRIVASTAVA
Associate at Lindsay Francis & Mangan
Angelia THNG
Partner at Braddell Brothers LLP
Coffee Break & Networking Session
SIAC • Managing Disputes II • From Award to Enforcement Ameline HO•Kate LAN•Rishabh MALAVIYA•Yue ZHAO•Joshua CHIA
This panel will consider how to take an award from issuance to enforcement and recovery both in and out of court. Panellists will discuss aspects of enforcement proceedings in national courts and practical strategies for identifying and recovering assets of an award debtor. Panellists will also consider winding-up and insolvency as an option and the role of arbitration here under the soon-to-be launched SIAC Restructuring and Insolvency Arbitration Protocol. The panel features speakers from the SIAC Secretariat and Strategy & Development teams as well as leading practitioners with extensive arbitration experience.
Ameline HO
Senior Strategy & Development Manager (Legal) at SIAC
Kate LAN
APAC Lead, YSIAC Council; Counsel at Carey Olsen Singapore LLP
Rishabh MALAVIYA
Counsel at SIAC
Yue ZHAO
Deputy Counsel at SIAC
Joshua CHIA
Associate at Herbert Smith Freehills
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SAL • Investments Trends in SEA's Technology Company Fundraising and usage of VIMA Documents Kelvin GOH•Kyle LEE•Gabriel LI•Gang LEE
This panel will discuss the latest trends seen across South-East Asia in navigating investments into tech businesses and how the Venture Capital Investment Model Agreements (VIMA) can help to mitigate some of the challenges.
The VIMA documents are a set of model documents launched by the Singapore Academy of Law and the Singapore Venture & Private Capital Association to support the Singapore Government’s endeavours to boost Singapore’s appeal as a regional hub for start-ups and venture capital investments. Leveraging on VIMA in the fundraising toolkit, both founders and investors can streamline their negotiations, ultimately paving the way for effective and successful investment outcomes.
Kelvin GOH
General Counsel and Executive Director of Openspace Ventures
Kyle LEE
Co-Head of the WPGrow: Start-Up / Venture Capital Practice at WongPartnership
Gabriel LI
Vice President (Legal) at Kredivo Group
Gang LEE
Co-founder and CEO of ELGO AI
Coffee Break & Networking Session
SAL • In-house Counsel’s Role in M&A Transactions Sandy FOO•Kah Loon MAH•Raymond TONG•Koh Peng CHUA
In-house counsel play a critical role in M&A, bridging stakeholders, mitigating risks and ensuring seamless execution.
This session will explore how legal teams can navigate the deal lifecycle—from spotting red flags before signing to managing post-merger issues.
Join our panel of experts as they discuss: • Key considerations for in-house counsel in an M&A transaction • Common red flags and pitfalls • Managing post-merger integration challenges
Sandy FOO
Deputy Head, Corporate and Transactional Group Head, Mergers & Acquisitions at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP
Kah Loon MAH
Senior Advisor at Ernst & Young Corporate Finance Pte Ltd
Raymond TONG
Partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP
Koh Peng CHUA
COO & Asia General Counsel at Proterra Asia
SAL • Employment Essentials: Current trends for Corporate Counsel Jason CHUA•Zhao Yang NG•Nicole Evangeline POH•Khelvin XU
Be part of an engaging discussion with Khelvin Xu (Covenant Chambers), Jason Chua (Temasek Polytechnic), and Ng Zhao Yang (Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow), led by moderator Nicole Evangeline Poh (Covenant Chambers). Together, they will navigate the evolving landscape of employment law, tackling key developments and their impact on businesses. Expect insights on:
• Restrictive covenants (Non-compete clauses) in employment contracts and their enforceability • The impact of the new Workplace Fairness Legislation on employers, how they should prepare, and grievance handling procedures • Key trends in and the future of the Employment Claims Tribunal
Jason CHUA
Law Lecturer at Temasek Polytechnic
Zhao Yang NG
Local Principal at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow
Nicole Evangeline POH
Associate Director of Covenant Chambers
Khelvin XU
Director of Covenant Chambers
Lunch Break & Networking Session
SIMC • Mediation: Why it’s a MUST in today’s General Counsel’s toolbox Francis GOH•Antony LEE•Benatt LEE•Shaun LEONG•Mariam GOTSIRIDZE
Many businesses are experiencing increased legal dispute risks arising from geopolitical tensions and uncertainties as a consequence of technology advancement, AI and the climate change agenda. Disputes will arise and be more complex. The business environment is increasingly fast-paced. Business owners and senior management will expect their GC and the legal function to resolve these disputes in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Today’s GCs and in-house legal teams are strategic business partners. They must be adept at resolving disputes efficiently, minimizing costs and, even better, preserving relationships.
Mediation with its unique features is a vital and indispensable tool in a GC’s arsenal, offering a flexible, collaborative, and cost-effective option as an alternative or complement to arbitration and litigation. With a focus on the interests of parties, mediation has the potential to preserve existing relations and create future opportunities.
The panel will share case studies and insights to highlight why mediation is a must-have in a GC’s toolbox and how it can be integrated into a business’ overall legal strategy to better manage this growing and costly risk.
Francis GOH
Consultant at Legis Point LLC
Antony LEE
Director of Strategic Engagements at Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC)
Benatt LEE
Registrar at Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC)
Shaun LEONG
Mediator Counsel at Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC)
Mariam GOTSIRIDZE
Principal Research Fellow at Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA)
Coffee Break & Networking Session
SIMC • Use of AI in SIMC mediation Siong Koon SIM•Oommen MATHEW
Please join us for an insightful session on the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in mediations conducted at the Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC). This presentation will explore SIMC’s journey in adopting AI, highlighting key milestones and innovations. Attendees will witness a demonstration of AI capabilities using redacted real data, showcasing how AI can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of mediation.
A seasoned SIMC mediator will share his/her firsthand experiences with AI in mediation, providing valuable insights into the practical applications and benefits observed. The session will conclude with an interactive Q&A segment, addressing any questions or concerns. This event promises to be an enlightening experience for legal professionals interested in the future of mediation and the transformative potential of AI in dispute resolution.
Siong Koon SIM
Director for Strategic Partnerships of Singapore International Mediation Centre (SIMC)
Oommen MATHEW
Managing Director of Omni Law LLC
*Programme topics, speakers and timings are subject to changes without notice
