Day 1

Dr Sarjit SINGH
Senior Advisor, Audit & Assurance, Deloitte & Touche LLP; Leader, Deloitte Learning Solutions Southeast Asia

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to identify and address hidden risks is more crucial than ever. As organisations expand and diversify, so do the complexities of the risks they face. In this plenary session, we will dive deep into the unseen dangers lurking beneath the surface of organisational processes, exposing the often-overlooked blind spots that can derail even the most resilient organisations.

This session will empower leaders and risk professionals to sharpen their foresight, equipping them with the tools to detect early warning signs and act decisively. By understanding the anatomy of red flags and risk blind spots, you will gain insights into proactive risk management strategies, transforming vulnerabilities into opportunities for growth.

Join us as we illuminate the path forward, uncovering hidden dangers that threaten sustainability and guiding organisations toward a future of resilience and success.

Plenary 2: Mitigating Clinical Risks through Enhanced Surgical Safety

A/Prof TAN Hiang Khoon
Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Future Health System), Singapore General Hospital (SGH)
Senior Consultant, Division of Surgery & Surgical Oncology, SGH & National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS)
Group Director, International Collaboration Office, SingHealth

Clinical risk management in surgical settings is crucial, with data indicating that 30% of surgical deaths are preventable. A comprehensive strategy is essential for mitigating these risks, involving stringent privileging standards, harmonized care practices, advanced technological integration, and patient engagement.

A multi-faceted approach combines meticulous data monitoring, standardised practices, and patient involvement. By integrating these strategies, healthcare systems can better manage clinical risks and achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Plenary 3: Geopolitics in the Indo-Pacific: A Singapore Perspective

Mr Ashok MIRPURI
Head, International Policy & Governance, Temasek International Pte. Ltd

Ashok Mirpuri will offer a personal perspective on current geopolitical developments in the Indo-Pacific from the vantage point of a former Ambassador with a front row seat of the policy evolution and changes in the region. Ashok was Singapore Ambassador to United States from 2012-2023, Ambassador to Indonesia, High Commissioner to Malaysia and High Commissioner to Australia.

Plenary 4: ERM Unleashed: Empowering Staff to Deliver ERM in Action

Cl Asst. Prof Jai Prashanth RAO
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery, National Neuroscience Institute (NNI)
Chair, ERM Education Taskforce (E2TF), SingHealth

Empowering healthcare staff to deliver warm, compassionate care within the framework of enterprise risk management (ERM) is essential for both patient safety and organizational resilience. When staff are empowered and motivated, they not only enhance patient experiences but also contribute to a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Through the use of case studies, the talk will aim to distill learning points that can be applied to any organization looking to deliver compassionate ERM practices.

Plenary 5: Artificial Intelligence – Managing Risks and Leveraging Opportunities

Prof Simon CHESTERMAN
Senior Director, AI Governance, AI Singapore
Professor, National University of Singapore (NUS) College, NUS

There are, now, hundreds of guides, frameworks, and principles intended to make AI “ethical” or “responsible”. Nevertheless, ever more powerful applications continue to be released ever more quickly. Safety and security teams are being downsized or sidelined to bring AI products to market. And a significant portion of AI developers apparently believe there is a real risk that their work poses an existential threat to humanity.

The tragedy of AI governance is that those with the greatest leverage to regulate AI have the least interest in doing so, while those with the greatest interest have the least leverage.

Resolving these challenges may require rethinking the incentive structures — or waiting for a crisis that brings the need for regulation and coordination into sharper focus.

Plenary 6: Risk Management in Aviation

Mr Faris ISKANDAR
Co-Founder, Aeroviation Singapore

In his speech on managing risk in aviation, Mr Iskandar will emphasise the critical importance of risk management not only within the aviation industry but also across various other sectors.

He will bring us through risk management key elements, which include Safety Culture, Communication & Collaboration and Technology & Innovation.

By incorporating the key elements into risk management practices, industries beyond aviation can enhance their resilience, minimise vulnerabilities, and foster a culture of safety and efficiency.

Plenary 7: Your 3rd Party Suppliers Should Not Be Your Weakest Link

Mr HOI Wai Khin
Partner, Technology Consulting, RSM Singapore

In the digital age, outsourcing enhances the backbone of organizational operations, providing critical hardware, software, and services that underpin digital infrastructure. However, when the weakest link in the chain is the 3rd party vendors, it exposes businesses to a spectrum of risks and vulnerabilities. This session delves into the intricacies of 3rd party supplier dependencies within organisational frameworks, examining the origins, consequences, and strategies for mitigating vulnerabilities.