AFES

11-12 November 2025
Makati Shangri-La
Manila, Philippines

ASIAN FORUM ON ENTERPRISE FOR SOCIETY​

Now on its fourth run, Asia’s premier forum on enterprise for society returns to the spotlight, highlighting how businesses can lead and thrive amidst disruption, fulfilling their role not only as value creators, but as enablers of resilience, inclusion, and innovation.

Through diverse, timely, and relevant themes, AFES 2025 will explore how organizations, and enterprise leaders can adapt core strategies to be more sustainable, responsive, and socially responsible which will yield to stronger institutions, empowered communities, and a more resilient future for all.

In an era marked by rapid change and rising uncertainty, the Asian Forum brings together bold ideas and practical insights on how enterprises can lead with purpose amidst disruption. A two-day forum awaits with rich dialogue and thought-provoking exchange of ideas.

Participants from the event will explore meaningful and significant conversations across multiple themes while navigating complex global challenges. The sessions will tackle interconnected themes such as financial inclusion, sustainability through innovation, education, and strengthening supply chains. Through these conversations, the forum aims to inspire actionable strategies that empower not only organizations but also communities to adapt and drive purposeful impact in a disrupted world.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

H.E. Ban Ki-Moon

8th Secretary General, United Nations

Ban Ki-moon is the 8th Secretary General of the United Nations. He served two consecutive terms from 2007 to 2016.

Throughout his tenure at the UN, Ban strove to be a bridge builder, to give voice to the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, and to make the organization more transparent and effective. He successfully pressed for action to combat climate change–an effort that culminated in the adoption and rapid entry into force of the landmark Paris Agreement in 2016. He worked closely with member states of the UN to shape the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and to establish UN Women, which has been advancing the organization’s work for gender equality and women’s empowerment. He also launched major efforts to strengthen UN peace operations, to protect human rights, to improve humanitarian response, to prevent violent extremism, and to revitalize the disarmament agenda.

At the time of his appointment to the UN, Ban was the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade of the Republic of Korea. During his 37 years with the Ministry, his responsibilities included serving as Foreign Policy Adviser to the President, Chief National Security Adviser to the President, Vice Minister, Deputy Minister for Policy Planning, and Director-General for American Affairs. He was also actively involved in issues relating to inter-Korean relations as Chairman of the Preparatory Commission for the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty Organization.

He currently serves as the Chairman of the Ban Ki-moon Foundation for a Better Future, Chairman of the Boao Forum for Asia, Co-Chair of the Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens, Honour Member of the International Olympic Committee (previously Chair of the IOC Ethics Commission), President of the Assembly & Chair of the Council of the Global Green Growth Institute, Emeritus member of The Elders (previously Deputy Chair), Honorary Chair of the Global Center on Adaptation, and Distinguished Chair Professor and Honorary Chairman of the Future Strategy Institute at Seoul National University.

Ban received a bachelor’s degree in international relations from Seoul National University in 1970 and a master’s degree in public administration from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University in 1985.

He is married with three children and four grandchildren.

 

PANEL SPEAKERS

Dr.-Muhammad-Amjad-Saqib_New-2
Anshu Gupta_New
Dr.-Jaime-Aristotle-B.-Alip_New-2
Raul Fabella_NewV2
Robyn Mijares_New
Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo_New
Adrienne-Heinrich_New
Mark Ruiz_New
Louise-Mabulo_New-2
Neha Das_New
Romolo Nati_New2
Imelda-Madarang_New
Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank

Testimonial-1

Federico Tancongco

Senior Vice President & Chief Compliance Officer, BDO Unibank


ACTION-INSPIRING CONVERSATIONS

9:00 - 10:15

OPENING SESSION

Welcome Remarks
by Amb. Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.,

Chair of Advisory Board, AIM RVR Center for Enterprise on Society

Opening Keynote

H.E. Ban Ki-Moon
8th Secretary General,
United Nations

10:15 – 10:30

NETWORKING BREAK

10:30 – 11:45

SESSION ONE:

Navigating Global Disruptions Strategically

A dialogue on disruptions in global cooperation and geopolitics and what enterprise leaders must prioritize to navigate this challenging landscape. 

Moderator:  

  • Ms. Cathy Yang, Head of Programs, Cignal TV, Inc. 

Panelists: 

  • Ms. Neha Das, Head, UN Global Compact (Asia & Oceania) 
  • Mr. Anshu Gupta, 2015 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee for Enterprise Leadership and Citizen Engagement   

11:45 - 13:15

NETWORKING LUNCH

13:15 – 14:30

SESSION TWO:

Back to Nature for Climate Emergency

A discussion on the heightening climate emergency and what nature-based solutions can do in restoring the planet’s health 

Moderator:  

  • Dr. Chad Michael Briggs, Professor and Academic Program Director of Executive Master in Disaster Risk and Crisis Management, AIM 

 

Panelists:  

  • Ms. Louise Mabulo, 2019 UN Young Champion of the Earth, Founder of The Cacao Project 
  • Archi. Romolo Nati, Chairman and CEO of Italpinas Development Corporation 

14:30 – 15:45

SESSION THREE:

Race with AI

A dialogue on the challenges and promises of AI, as the technological race picks up. 

Moderator:  

  • Dr. Christopher Monterola, Professor and Head of Aboitiz School of Innovation, Technology, and Entrepreneurship (ASITE), Asian Institute of Management

Panelists: 

  • Dr. Raul Fabella, National Scientist, National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) 
  • Ms. Anna Mae Yu Lamentillo, Founder, NightOwlGPT  

15:45 – 16:00

NETWORKING BREAK

16:00 – 17:15

SESSION FOUR:

“Targeting DEI: An Enterprise Priority Debate” 

A debate on the motion: “Amidst disruption, enterprises must remain committed to their DEI priorities.” 

Moderator: 

  • Dato Timothy Ong, Chairman, Asia Inc Forum 

09:00 – 09:30

I TO I IMPACT SESSION:

“Balancing Profit with Purpose”

A talk on major private equity firms can channel capital into sustainable enterprises, foster inclusive growth, and support long-term infrastructure investments that serve communities.

 SPEAKER:

  • Mr. Weijan Shan, Chairman & Co-founder of PAG and Independent Director of Alibaba

09:30 – 10:45

SESSION FIVE:

Equipping Resilient Future Through Education

A voice from the youth on their preparedness to live in a disrupted world: 

  • Ms. Robyn Mijares, Founder and CEO, Grow School Philippines & Youth Uprising 

 

Followed by a discussion on how youth may be empowered to thrive through education. 

Moderator: 

  • Mr. Tony Lambino, President, Ayala Foundation, Inc. 

 

Panelists: 

  • Ms. Robyn Mijares, Founder and CEO, Grow School Philippines & Youth Uprising

10:45 – 11:00

NETWORKING BREAK

11:00 – 12:15

SESSION SIX:

Bootstrapping by Microentrepreneurs

A live demonstration of business opportunities on Tiktok by: 

  • Ms. Jacqe Yuengtian-Gutierrez, Co-founder and CEO, Happy Skin 

A conversation on how entrepreneurship at micro and small scale promote self-help and job creation to uplift communities. 

 

Moderator: 

  • Dr. Bradley Googins, Strategy Professor, E4Impact Foundation 

 

Panelists: 

  • Mr. Mark Ruiz, Co-founder, Hapinoy 

12:15 – 13:45

Call to Action: Enterprise Commitment to Transforming Education  

A motion for enterprises to actively shape and support education systems that are aligned with the evolving needs of industry. 

Led by: 

  • The Ayala Foundation, Inc. 

13:45 – 15:00

SESSION SEVEN:

Microfinancing 2.0: Investing in Potential

A dialogue on equitable financial access to fuel inclusive growth and alleviate poverty. 

Moderator:  

  • Dr. Daniel Broby, Academic Program Director, Master of Science in Financial Technology, AIM 

 

Panelists: 

  • Dr. Aris Alip, Founder, CARD MRI, 2008 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee for Public Service 
  • Dr. Muhammad Amjad Saqib, 2021 Ramon Magsaysay Awardee for Poverty Alleviation 
  • Dr. Adrienne Heinrich, Head, AI Center of Excellence, UnionBank of the Philippines 

15:00 – 16:15

SESSION EIGHT:

Boosting Global Supply Chains Amidst Disruptions

A discussion on boosting supply chain resilience in a landscape of border wars and tariff threats. 

Moderator:  

  • Dr. Dynah A. Basuil, Professor, Executive Director; Ramon V Del Rosario Sr. Center on Enterprise for Society, AIM 

 

Panelists:  

  • Mr. Charlie Villasenor, Chairman, Procurement & Supply Institute of Asia (PASIA) Global  

16:15 – 16:30

NETWORKING BREAK

16:30 – 17:30

CLOSING KEYNOTE  

  • Mr. Piyush Gupta, former CEO and Director of DBS Group 

 

CLOSING SESSION 

Concluding Remarks  

  • Dr. Jikyeong Kang, President and Dean, Asian Institute of Management 

SPONSORS

HOST

sps-1
sps-1
sps-1

GOLD

sps-1
sps-1
sps-1

STRATEGIC PARTNERS

  • WASHINGTON SYCIP
    GRADUATE SCHOOL
    OF BUSINESS

  • STEPHEN ZUELLIG
    GRADUATE SCHOOL
    OF DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT

  • ABOITIZ
    SCHOOL OF INNOVATION,
    TECHNOLOGY, & ENTREPRENEURSHIP

  • SCHOOL OF EXECUTIVE EDUCATION
    AND LIFELONG LEARNING

  • AIM ALUMNI
    RELATIONS OFFICE

  • AIM CAREER
    SERVICES OFFICE

  • RIZALINO S. NAVARRO
    POLICY CENTER FOR COMPETITIVENESS

  • GOV. JOSE B FERNANDEZ, JR.
    CENTER FOR SUSTAINABLE FINANCE

  • DR. ANDREW L. TAN
    CENTER FOR TOURISM