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With the theme “The Power of Momentum: When Capital Meets Purpose”, SFi will be convening for our third year leading family offices and asset owners from APAC and beyond to accelerate the positive momentum of purpose-driven capital across Investment, Business and Philanthropy.

An invitation-only gathering of leading voices in impact investing, curated for meaningful exchange and concrete action.

Join over 250+ leading global family offices, asset owners, private investors and impact pioneers from across APAC and beyond, to learn and share game-changing insights that will accelerate the positive transformation.

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MAY

Hopewell Hotel, Hong Kong

The Summit

One day live event for Asia’s Impact Leaders with showcases, panels discussions, and breakout groups. Intimate, relaxed, authentic.

FULL DAY

Networking

Lunch, Sunset Lounge Summit Drinks

Who? 

Invitation only.  APAC-focused leading family offices and modern wealth owners in the impact space.  



With over a trillion dollars under management globally, and growing 20% annually in Asia Pacific, the case for impact investing has never been stronger.  

And as the world faces mounting economic uncertainty and intensifying environmental impacts, now is the time for us to act decisively and build upon our progress.  

We are rising to this challenge through the strategic deployment of private capital, an increasingly vital force for change, filling crucial funding gaps and supporting innovative solutions for tomorrow. 

This landmark gathering marks our moment to share our collective wisdom and build bridges so others can join us in forging transformative outcomes together. United by our shared conviction in private capital's power for positive change, we will strengthen our momentum to build a better future together.

Guiding Thoughts

8:00 - 9:00

Coffee & Registration

9:00 - 9:20

Opening: The Power of Momentum, Building Bridges in a Shifting World

We have in our hands the extraordinary power to shape tomorrow's world. Our surprise storyteller will transport us to 2030, revealing not what might be—but what we can create together. Feel the rhythm of momentum growing. Join the drumbeat of change accelerating. The future is calling - what role will you play?
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Junice Yeo

Managing Partner

Eco-Business

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Katy Yung

CEO

Sustainable Finance Initiative

9:20 - 9:35

Impact Briefing-Global Trends and Growing Opportunities

Against an increasingly complex global backdrop, impact investing is rising as a critical force for positive change, capable of weathering short-term challenges. As opportunities for private capital evolve, what trends, policies, and themes can accelerate the growth of impact investing? 

This data-driven keynote will equip investors and family offices with essential insights into the future of impact investing around the world, and key considerations for navigating this dynamic landscape. Join us to stay ahead of the curve and unlock the potential of impact investing in a rapidly changing world.
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Christina Leijonhufvud

CEO / Co-Founder

BlueMark / Tideline

9:35- 10:20

Panel: East Meets West – Impact Leaders Exchange

Family offices are uniquely positioned to influence the impact investing sector through their nimbleness and capacity for innovation.

In this insightful panel, impact pioneers from leading family offices reveal how they have delivered impact across the capital spectrum. Through firsthand examples, they share how different ambitions, business realities, and family dynamics have shaped their distinctive approaches and achievements. This illuminating conversation will explore how they're developing new models of risk management, collaboration, and leadership to meet tomorrow's opportunities and challenges.  
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Thomas Riber Knudsen

Principal

Rumah Group

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Pearline Yum

Regional Director, Asia

The ImPact

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Robert Kim

Managing Director

JLIN LLC

10:20 - 10:35

Flourishing Beyond the Numbers: Making Room for the Intangible in Impact Investing 

Lean in to hear two experienced impact investors open up and share their honest, hard-won wisdom from the frontline. Explore how they found a meaningful balance between measurable outcomes and the intangible values of purpose, relationships, and trust. These intimate insights - rarely shared in public forums - reveal why more meaningful impact often lies beyond the data and will offer invaluable learnings for enriching your own impact journey by finding the balance that is right for you.
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Chavalit Frederick Tsao

Chairman

Tsao Pao Chee ‘TPC’

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Elsa Pau

Founder and CEO

BlueOnion

10:35 - 10:50

Break

10:50 - 11:45

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Kate Tsoi

Investment Manager

The Mills Fabrica

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Samuel Richards

Managing Director

BrightLight

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Vikalp Sabhlok

Director, Impact Investments,
Asia-Pacific Region Program

NatureVest, TNC

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Wen Lim

Regional Director of Partnerships,
Asia Pacific

Faith Driven Investor

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Kristina Hermanson

Head of APAC and Africa

Nuveen Natural Capital

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Thomas Riber Knudsen

Principal

Rumah Group

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Christina Leijonhufvud

CEO / Co-Founder

Tideline / BlueMark

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Ann Tan

Managing Director

Center for Sustainable Finance
and Private Wealth

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Dr. Daniel Wild

Chief Sustainability Officer

J. Safra Sarasin

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Richard Mak

Head of Product and Business Management

Pictet Wealth Management

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Wonsik Jeong

Investment Manager

D3Jubilee Partners

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Florence Cheng

Chief Impact Strategy Officer

Social Ventures Hong Kong ‘SVhk'

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Joan Yao

General Partner

Kickstart Ventures

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Ariel Shtarkman

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Undivided Ventures

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Josephine Price

Chair

Social Impact Partners

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Patsian Low

Chief of Markets and Deputy CEO

AVPN

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Clinton Wong

Founder

China Longevity Economic Forum

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Guneet Banga

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Parinama Group

11:45 - 12:30

Panel: Reimagining the Power of Capital

Discover how a new wave of visionary pioneers is revolutionizing impact by bridging the traditional divide between investment and philanthropy. These next-generation impact leaders are adopting flexible capital structures and innovative multi-sector partnerships to tackle critical environmental and social challenges. 

This panel will offer an insider’s perspective on the dynamics of pushing boundaries and driving transformative change through innovative capital strategies and collaborative partnerships. Gain valuable insights into the capital tools available today and reimagine how your capital can create extraordinary impact.
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Justin Chang

Director of Philanthropy and
Catalytic Capital

RS Group (HK)

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Chii Fen Hiu

Director

Center for Impact Investing
and Practice

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Carol Liew

Managing Director

ECCA Family Foundation

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Xiaojing Fei

Partnership Director, Asia

Global Energy Alliance for People
and Planet

12:30 - 12:45

Pulsecheck: Impact in Asia

Each of us represents a personal vision, a family legacy, an evolving business or purpose-led platform. Why are you here? Which themes are you investing in? What are your drivers and challenges? 

SFi’s dynamic duo Christine Yu and Francesco Stadler will lead a pulse check to connect you with peers, survey common interests, and share insights about SFi’s community. 
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Christine Yu

Head of Innovation

Sustainable Finance Initiative

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Francesco Stadler

Director of Impact Funds & Ventures

Sustainable Finance Initiative

12:45 - 14:15

Lunch

14:15 - 14:45

Fireside: Unlocking AI for Impact – Reimagining the Future of Impact Investing

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are rapidly reshaping industries, but GIIN’s recent “State of the Market” report found that, despite growing interest, almost half of impact investors remain reticent about integrating AI into their investment process. Faced with limited understanding and uncertain track records, how should impact investors utilise AI to amplify their impact? And how can AI be used to support underlying projects and investees? 

Designed to simplify and demystify AI, this discussion will empower you with actionable insights to harness AI’s transformative power and accelerate impact in your portfolio and the world.
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Sophiya Chiang

Founder

Deploy.

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Ilaria Chan

Founding Chairwoman

Grab's think tank, Grab /
Tech For Good Institute

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Peng T. Ong

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Monk’s Hill Ventures

14:45 - 15:40

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Kate Tsoi

Investment Manager

The Mills Fabrica

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Samuel Richards

Managing Director

BrightLight

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Vikalp Sabhlok

Director, Impact Investments,
Asia-Pacific Region Program

NatureVest, TNC

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Wen Lim

Regional Director of Partnerships,
Asia Pacific

Faith Driven Investor

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Kristina Hermanson

Head of APAC and Africa

Nuveen Natural Capital

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Thomas Riber Knudsen

Principal

Rumah Group

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Christina Leijonhufvud

CEO / Co-Founder

Tideline / BlueMark

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Ann Tan

Managing Director

Center for Sustainable Finance
and Private Wealth

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Dr. Daniel Wild

Chief Sustainability Officer

J. Safra Sarasin

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Richard Mak

Head of Product and Business Management

Pictet Wealth Management

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Wonsik Jeong

Investment Manager

D3Jubilee Partners

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Florence Cheng

Chief Impact Strategy Officer

Social Ventures Hong Kong ‘SVhk'

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Joan Yao

General Partner

Kickstart Ventures

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Ariel Shtarkman

Managing Partner & Co-Founder

Undivided Ventures

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Josephine Price

Chair

Social Impact Partners

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Patsian Low

Chief of Markets and Deputy CEO

AVPN

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Clinton Wong

Founder

China Longevity Economic Forum

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Guneet Banga

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Parinama Group

15:40 - 15:55

Break

15:55 - 16:40

Panel: Unlocking Venture Capital for a Sustainable Future

As climate threats, biodiversity loss, and economic uncertainty intensify, unlocking capital for decarbonisation and climate solutions has become more urgent than ever. Yet GIIN research shows that while 15-30% of global impact investments target climate-focused solutions, less than 10% reaches early-stage companies—creating an urgent gap for bold investments to fund transformative innovations.   

This panel of leading VC-oriented impact investors will provide unique insight into how to navigate the challenges of risk and reward, accelerate sustainability innovation, and scale solutions for high-emitting sectors to create a cleaner and more resilient future.  
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Francesco Stadler

Director of Impact Funds & Ventures

Sustainable Finance Initiative

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Dan Fitzgerald

Founder and Managing Partner

ReGen Ventures

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Gustavo Bassetti

Partner

Just Climate

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Helen Wong

Managing Partner

AC Ventures

16:40 - 17:25

Panel: Leveraging Sport for Impact and Sustainability in Asia

Sport transcends cultural boundaries and connects communities, yet remains underutilised as a path to social and environmental wellbeing. Strategic capital allocations into sport-related initiatives across Hong Kong and Asia Pacific can generate positive impact—from economic opportunities and community empowerment to catalysing the transition to a net-zero future. Hear from a panel of pioneers who are turning their passion for sport into powerful engines for positive change. 
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Moraine Chan

APAC Development Representative

Laureus Sport For Good Foundation

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Jamie Farndale

General Manager Club Development and Sustainability

Hong Kong China Rugby

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Yvette Man-yi Kong

Founder & CEO

Arelyx

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Joanna Bowers

Creative Director and Filmmaker

Cheeky Monkey Productions

17:25 - 17:35

Closing: Rising Together to Sustain Impact in a Changing World

As we reflect on our journey, SFi envisions a bold future where APAC-focused asset owners continue to drive the momentum in mainstreaming sustainable finance and impact investing as forces for lasting change. The progress we’ve made together is just the beginning—now is the time to accelerate, innovate, and lead with purpose. What role will you play in sustaining this momentum, and what story will you bring back to inspire us next year? 
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Katy Yung

CEO

Sustainable Finance Initiative

17:35 - 19:30

Networking Drinks

Deep Dive: Themes, Trends & Opportunities

  • Active Aging

  • Can CVCs be a Force for Good?

  • Carbon Markets

  • Faith Based Investing

  • Funding Social Ventures Beyond the Seed Stage

  • Impact Due Diligence and Monitoring

  • Leveraging Capital in the Community

  • Navigating Impact in Asia’s Maritime Industry

  • Next Gen Journey

  • Processes and Considerations of Investing as an Impact LP

  • Regenerative Agriculture and Investing in Natural Capital

  • Strategic Minerals

  • Sustainability Considerations in Endowment Investing

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About SFi


Sustainable Finance Initiative is a global platform created by and for APAC-focused private investors and change-makers, who believe in mobilising private capital for positive impact. We advise, guide, and collaborate with impact driven family offices, asset owners, private investors, and financial services professionals to best position their capital for profit and purpose.

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