SWITZERLAND
grand business expo 2.0
20-21th
of november
of november
Los
Angeles
Keynote Speakers: Conferences typically feature keynote speakers who are industry experts or thought leaders.
30
Forum
Days
Days
150
Great
Speakers
Speakers
our Schedule
day 01
day 02
day 03
09:00
Welcome & Opening
09:35
Panel
How do purposeful companies stay on mission?
speakers
Gilbert Lee, B Lab HK & Macau
Corey Lien, Asia-Pacific B Corporation Association
Moderator
Amber Wan, Baba Yaga Consultancy
Every business has a mission to fulfill.Yet, many organizstions fall into a tunnel vision of seeking their financial interest beyond other important factors. We chat with the two pioneering companies in Asia, the first ones to become B Corp certified to share their journey and the ripple effect that they have seen / made over the years.
10:05
Panel
Do consumers really care? Learnings from retail brands.
speakers
Shiba Babamiri, The Baby Gifting Company
Venisa Chu, L’Occitane en Provence
Susan Allen Augustin, Here We Flo!
Ted Robinson, Grind Coffee
Venisa Chu, L’Occitane en Provence
Susan Allen Augustin, Here We Flo!
Ted Robinson, Grind Coffee
Moderator
Kitty Tam, Programme Lead at Civic Exchange
There has been a global hype towards sustainable consumption. What are the realities towards becoming more circular and reducing waste? We will delve into the consumer’s behaviours and trends, from Europe to Asia, how does it look like and what do consumer brands need to consider to stay competitive?
10:45
Break
Coffee break
11:00
Panel
Flipping the script: Marketing as a strategy for co-creating shared value
speakers
Rania Robinson, Quiet Storm
Meilin Wong, Milk & Honey
Mathilde Bétinas, OnTheList
Susan Allen Augustin, Here we Flo!
Moderator
Samantha Chung, Ripple Marketing
This panel explores how marketing and communications can move beyond traditional client–agency models to create shared value — not only for brands and consumers, but also for communities and emerging talent. When brands open the creative process to include underrepresented voices, the work becomes more authentic and more culturally grounded. It also distributes opportunities in a way that strengthens the entire industry.
11:40
Panel
How did we get here? Getting Certified.
Speakers
Shiba Babamiri, The Baby Gifting Company
Rachel Mountains, EcoSecurities
Sarah Mui, OneBite social
Rachel Mountains, EcoSecurities
Sarah Mui, OneBite social
Moderator
Amber Wan, Baba Yaga Consultancy
This panel tells the story behind the decision to pursue B Corp certification and the values that guided the journey. Hear how purpose, persistence, and a commitment to doing better shaped the path—and how becoming a B Corp has helped turn intention into lasting impact.
12:20
Break
Business Lunch
Sponsored by the B Corp community, this midday break is transformed into an opportunity for meaningful exchange with B Corp leaders from Hong Kong.
13:40
Workshop
What could our future economy look like?
We don’t have all the answers today, but at least we can start asking ourselves the right questions. Through the ASK game, we look at the future with an optimistic lens – is there a better way to shape our economy? Can we leave behind a legacy that still allows our children, and theirs, to experience a safe, just, inclusive society? Let’s talk.
14:05
Panel
Beyond Compliance: Ethical Supply Chains as a Strategic Advantage
speakers
Matt Friedman, Mekong Club
Pascal Vieilvoye, Concept 4
Simeon Cheng, Vitasoy International
Ted Robinson, Grind Coffee
Pascal Vieilvoye, Concept 4
Simeon Cheng, Vitasoy International
Ted Robinson, Grind Coffee
Moderator
Per Dahlberg, B Purpose Bureau
Discover how rethinking ethics, human rights, and DEI in the supply chain—from values to performance—can unlock real competitive advantage. Senior leaders will reveal how strategic supplier partnerships drive continuity, quality, and resilience, and what trade‑offs executives must navigate to build ethical, future‑ready global networks.
14:45
Panel
What the TECH? Innovations that are good for people, planet and profit
speakers
Zeiad Idris, Algbra
Liam Thomas, Sleek
Ronald Li, Urban Spring
Liam Thomas, Sleek
Ronald Li, Urban Spring
Moderator
Marco Chak, Dream Impact
Technology is reshaping how businesses operate, compete, and create value – but the real question is not just what technology can do, but what it should do. This panel brings together leaders at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and business strategy to look at the opportunities, the trade-offs, and the practical ways companies can harness technology not just to move faster, but to move smarter.
15:25
Break
Coffee break
15:40
Panel
Passing the Torch: Succession Planning for Purpose-Led Companies
speakers
Corey Lien, DOMI
Rania Robinson, Quiet Storm
Prof Rebecca Choy Yung, Golden Age Foundation
Theodore Lai, Fortune Pharmacal
Moderator
Johanna Chan, RIL CREED
Every mission-driven organisation eventually faces a defining question: How do we ensure that our purpose outlives our founders? This panel brings together leaders who have navigated, advised on, or are preparing for leadership transitions, exploring how companies can build resilient structures, empower future stewards, and design transitions that protect both commercial performance and the integrity of their mission.
16:20
KEYNOTE
What legacy will we leave behind for our next generation?
speakers
Kam-sing Wong, Hong Kong former Secretary for the Environment
16:40
Closing
Reflection and Networking
10.00 – 12.00
Los Angeles UI/UX Experience
Event/conference Harry Olson, Tina Ortega
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Trends of the Year
Event/conference Matey Black, Tina Ortega
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Mobile Design
Event/conference Mark Peterson, Michelle Larson
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Afterparty
Event/conference Kygo, David Guetta
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
10.00 – 12.00
Los Angeles UI/UX Experience
Event/conference Harry Olson, Tina Ortega
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Trends of the Year
Event/conference Matey Black, Tina Ortega
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Mobile Design
Event/conference Mark Peterson, Michelle Larson
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.
13.00 – 15.00
Los Angeles Afterparty
Event/conference Kygo, David Guetta
speakers Having your business on the internet is no longer optional if you want to attract customers. So that means having SEO for your website isn’t optional either.














