Renowned experts from around the globe across investment, innovation, leadership, and sustainability to headline the landmark event, taking place in Singapore on March 12-13, 2025.
Featured speakers include 12x Olympic & World Champion Michael Johnson, Alibaba Group Chairman Joe Tsai, and Schneider Electric Chairman Jean-Pascal Tricoire.
NEW YORK, LONDON, SINGAPORE, January 20, 2025 – NBCUniversal and CNBC today announced the first slate of speakers for ‘CONVERGE LIVE’, a two-day event convening global business leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and key decision-makers.
Taking place at the world-famous Jewel in Singapore, and with an agenda spearheaded by CNBC editorial, ‘CONVERGE LIVE’ will explore new business opportunities and transformative ideas across innovation, leadership, sustainability, and investment in sectors including technology, advanced manufacturing, sports, and entertainment.
Guest speakers for ‘CONVERGE LIVE’ include:
- Michael Johnson, 12x Olympic & World Champion
- Joe Tsai, Chairman, Alibaba Group
- Jean-Pascal Tricoire, Chairman, Schneider Electric
- Aneel Bhusri, Co-founder & Executive Chair, Workday
- John Graham, Group CEO, Zuellig Pharma
- Anthony Tan, Co-founder & CEO, Grab
- Ángela Pérez, Chairperson & CEO, COFIDES
- Philipp Joeing, Group CEO, Menzies Aviation Group
- Danny Tang, Co-founder & CEO, Hero Esports
- Cenk Alper, CEO, Sabanci Holding
- James Peng, Founder & CEO, Pony.ai
- Jacob Duer, CEO, Alliance to End Plastic Waste
- Svanika Balasubramanian, Co-founder & CEO, rePurpose Global
- Kevin Tan, CEO, Alliance Global Group
- Timothy Cosulich, CEO, Fratelli Cosulich Group
Leading high-level panel discussions and fireside chats are CNBC’s David Faber, Sara Eisen, Julia Boorstin, Robert Frank, Martin Soong, Tania Bryer, Christine Tan, Arjun Kharpal and Lin Lin. Panels include: ‘Where Next for the AI Frontier’, ‘Scaling the Circular Economy’, and ‘The Next Generation of Leadership’.
Beyond the main stage, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in interactive experiences presented by NBCUniversal. The Tech Activation Zone will host demonstrations of cutting-edge innovations, such as AI, automation, and quantum computing, bridging the gap between abstract concepts and practical applications. Attendees will also experience the convergence of art and future-thinking technology with Ai-Da, a humanoid robot artist, as she creates a live installation across digital mediums.
Throughout the two days, The Future of eSports will feature a gaming tournament tapping into the competitive corporate spirit and gamification, start-ups, SMEs and global MNCs will compete for prizes across three separate competitions. The tournament will be amplified via the new multi-platform editorial series: CNBC eSports, which will debut at ‘CONVERGE LIVE’.
The Sustainability Showcase will demonstrate innovative and tangible examples of how organizations can lead in areas like carbon reduction, renewable energy, and sustainable supply chains. The Wellness Zone will provide attendees with a space to unwind and recharge.
“We have designed ‘CONVERGE LIVE’ to be an innovative live event designed to inform and excite the in-person, online and viewing audiences looking for insights into and opportunities with those shaping change across the business, sport, and entertainment industries.” said CNBC President, KC Sullivan.
“The vibrant business and technology ecosystem in Singapore makes it the perfect place to bring together investors, entrepreneurs, and business leaders who are shaping their industries, and it is our pleasure to partner with Singapore to convene CNBC’s global audience in the region.” Sullivan added.
Ms Jacqueline Poh, Managing Director, Singapore Economic Development Board said, “We are delighted to welcome key business leaders and decision-makers across industries to Singapore to discuss ideas around innovation and leadership, and forge meaningful collaborations. Hosting this inaugural summit underscores Singapore’s commitment to fostering connections and conversations that can empower businesses and societies to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing global landscape.
Further details will be announced, including additional guest speakers and the full agenda.
Visit www.convergelive.com to request your invitation.
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Singapore is the Host Country of ‘CONVERGE LIVE’. B.Grimm Power Public Company Limited is a Platinum Sponsor and Prime Infrastructure Capital, Inc., is a Bronze Sponsor.
For speaking and sponsorship opportunities, please email converge.live@nbcuni.com.
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For more information contact:
Mihiri Bonney
NBCUniversal
mihiri.bonney@nbcuni.com
Eden Kyle
CNBC
eden.kyle@nbcuni.com
