Tuesday, November 21, 2023 at 18:00 to 22:00 (Manila Time)
Venue: Forbes Ballroom (Level 3), Conrad Manila
18:00
Registration & Cocktail Reception
19:00
Welcome remarks
Christopher Forbes, Vice Chairman, Forbes Media
Teresita Sy Coson, Vice Chairperson, SM Investments Corporation
19:10
Dinner to be served
19:30 - 20:00
Session I: Scaling Up
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, scaling up is a critical objective for companies seeking to stay ahead. How do they identify and prioritize growth opportunities? What are some of the challenges encountered during the process and how best to overcome them? CEOs of recent Best Under A Billion companies share their strategies to meet customer demands, drive efficiencies, unlock new opportunities and move toward the $1 billion (in sales) mark and beyond.
Moderated by Rana Wehbe Watson, Special Projects Director, Forbes Asia
Confirmed speakers:
Cheah Cheng Hye, Co-Chairman and Co-CIO, Value Partners Group
(Best Under A Billion Company 2018, 2015)
Mohammad Asif Peer, Group CEO, Systems Limited
(Best Under A Billion Company 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020)
Tandean Rustandy, Founder and CEO, Arwana Citramulia
(Best Under A Billion Company 2023, 2022, 2020, 2014, 2006)
20:30 - 21:10
Session II: Path To Excellence
Good leadership is essential to achieving success. What are some of the qualities of good leaders? How do they adapt to changing landscapes, embrace innovation, and cultivate a strong organizational culture? Successful industry leaders, who are also Best Under A Billion alumni, share invaluable insights, stories and lessons learned on the path to long-term excellence.
Moderated by Justin Doebele, Editor and Vice President - Content, Forbes Asia
Confirmed speakers:
Tony Fernandes, CEO, Capital A
(Best Under A Billion Company 2006, 2005 - AirAsia)
Vincent Tan, Founder and Advisor, Berjaya Corporation Group of Companies
(Best Under A Billion Company 2005 – Berjaya Sports Toto)
Ernesto Tanmantiong, President and CEO, Jollibee Foods Corporation
(Best Under A Billion Company 2005, 2002)
21:20
Forbes Asia Best Under A Billion Awards Ceremony
Presented by:
Christopher Forbes, Vice Chairman, Forbes Media
Henry T. Sy, Jr., Vice Chairperson, SM Investments Corporation
Group photo with Award Recipients
22:00
End of Forum and Awards Ceremony
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CONRAD MANILA
Seaside Boulevard corner Coral Way Mall of Asia Complex
Pasay City, 1300
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CONRAD MANILA
Seaside Boulevard corner Coral Way Mall of Asia Complex
Pasay City, 1300
Philippines
CONRAD MANILA
Seaside Boulevard corner Coral Way Mall of Asia Complex
Pasay City, 1300
Philippines
General & Sponsorship Inquiries
Tina Wee
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General & Sponsorship Inquiries
Tina Wee
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Tina Wee
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Speaking Opportunities
Janelle Kuah
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Speaking Opportunities
Janelle Kuah
speakers@forbesasia.com.sg
Speaking Opportunities
Janelle Kuah
speakers@forbesasia.com.sg