Join our ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA - Asia Pacific Speaker Series #2 – The Sustainability Edge: Balancing Long-Term Value and Near-Term ROIs
Date: 13 November 2025, Thursday
Venue: (In-person) ESSEC APAC campus, 5 Nepal Park, 3C10. See directions here
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30 PM
Registration will start from 6:30 PM
We are living in an unsustainable era filled with climate, political, economic, and social challenges. Can AI and technologies solve all the real-world problems? Can the largest economies provide all the solutions needed for a more sustainable future? Who should lead and drive change? Is there a strategic blueprint for business leaders to navigate a world defined by climate and nature crisis, finite resources, and shifting societal expectations? How could businesses challenge the conventional wisdom that long-term sustainability goals are at odds with near-term benefits and demands of regulators, investors, and consumers? Is it possible at all to build a resilient, profitable, and purpose-driven enterprise that thrives in the new business reality?
Agenda:
6:30 – 7:00 PM | Registration
7:00 – 7:05 PM | Welcome Remarks by Professor Julien Salanave, Academic Director, ESSEC & Mannheim EMBA
7:05 – 7:35 PM | Keynote
7:35 – 8:30 PM | Panel Discussion + 15-minute Audience Q&A
Presented by:
Esther An
Chief Sustainability Officer
CDL
Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer of City Developments Limited (CDL), is a renowned sustainability pioneer with nearly 30 years of experience driving ESG strategies and transformational change in the real estate sector. Under her leadership, CDL has set global benchmarks for sustainability, from publishing Singapore’s first sustainability report to launching innovative green financing solutions. Recognized as a UN SDG Pioneer and one of Asia’s most influential climate leaders, Esther has championed industry collaboration and empowered both women and youth in climate action. Her deep expertise and visionary approach make her an inspiring voice for integrating sustainability into business strategy.
Fung Ling Seah
ESSEC EMBA Alumni
VP, Strategy & Commercial Operations (SCO), Sustainability & Marketing (Singapore)
Schneider Electric
Fung Ling is a purpose-driven leader and sustainability advocate, currently spearheading strategy, commercial operations, and sustainability initiatives for Schneider Electric in Singapore. She has been at the forefront of accelerating energy transition and enabling sustainable growth across various sectors. Her leadership spans key pillars of strategic planning, operational excellence, decarbonization partnerships, and integrated marketing, all designed to help industries prepare for a resilient, low-carbon future. Fung Ling has collaborated with public and industry stakeholders to advance national Net Zero ambitions and has driven programs for organisations to embrace climate action. Her diverse experience, ranging from pre-sales engineering to transformation projects in Singapore and the region, underscores a holistic commitment to innovation and sustainable development. Fung Ling’s visionary work continues to empower women, youth, and business leaders in climate action, making her a compelling advocate for purposeful transformation in the energy sector.
Brice Degeyter
Founder / CEO
Bizsu
Brice Degeyter is a pioneering sustainability technologist, educator, and entrepreneur, dedicated to making decarbonization simple and accessible for businesses across Asia. As Founder & CEO of Bizsu, Brice leverages over two decades of sustainable technology expertise to deliver practical energy-saving solutions, enabling companiesto cut operational costs by up to 50% while significantly shrinking their carbon footprint. A TEDx speaker and Lecturer at ESSEC Asia-Pacific, Brice’s holistic approach combines innovation, business strategy, and real-world impact to drive transformation in building management, SME manufacturing, and corporate sustainability. His proven methods have empowered organizations to maximize efficiency, improve system longevity, and amplify sustainability outcomes. Passionate about mentoring, Brice works with startup founders and industry leaders to spark action and momentum for climate solutions. As a thought leader and advocate, he champions the business case for sustainability, urging companies to act decisively rather than wait for “the perfect moment” turning every action into a win for operations, finance, and planet.
