With a world digitizing at a head-spinning pace and a backdrop of advancing technology shaping our world, there is huge potential for economic progress and new avenues of opportunity. Ensuring that no-one is left in the dust of our ever-evolving world, our panel of speakers will share their work and lessons in empowering communities and championing change through policy, education, and inspiration.

Moderator:Manisha Tank, News Anchor, CNNSpeakers:Noeleen Heyzer, Trustee, The Asia Foundation; Former Under-Secretary-General, United NationsShaun Lee Managing, Director, Project Chulia StreetAnne Lesser, Director, Strategic Initiatives, Overseas Private Investment CorporationNirmala Rao, Vice Chancellor, Asian University for WomenHeidi Toribio, Managing Director, Global Head Banks and Broker Dealers, Standard Chartered Bank