BDO Asia Pacific Regional Conference 2024

12 to 13 August 2024 | Singapore

BDO in Singapore will be hosting the Asia Pacific Regional Conference in Singapore from Monday, 12 August to Tuesday, 13 August 2024. 

We are excited to invite you to this significant event, which brings together leaders and professionals from the Asia Pacific region. Conference attendees can expect in-depth discussions on current and future initiatives to improve our ability to execute the key strategies of growing international business and how we can continue delivering high and consistent quality service across all our services.

The two-day conference will offer valuable insights, enriching discussion, networking opportunities, and the chance to explore innovative and joint "go-to-market" across all our services and strategies that will shape our future in the region.

Conference attendees can look forward to engaging in discussions about current and future initiatives to enhance our ability to execute key strategies for international business growth. The agenda promises high-impact sessions, actionable takeaways, and the opportunity to connect with peers across the network. 

Date: 12 to 13 August 2024

Venue: Andaz Singapore: A Concept by Hyatt

Secure your spot now! Registration is now open and will close on Friday 12 July 2024. 

REGISTRATION CLOSED

Conference fee* and payment: USD750 per person. After completing the registration form, please proceed to make payment by clicking the payment button below. You will be redirected to a secure payment page managed by Stripe. Conference fee does not include hotel accommodation and travel.

We will send you an email confirmation and any important information within 7 working days upon receipt of completed registration and payment. In the meantime, if you have any questions or require further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to our event team at apconf2024@bdo.com.sg.

We look forward to your active participation in this event and anticipate that your presence will contribute to the success of our BDO Asia Pacific Regional Conference 2024.

PAYMENT CLOSED

*Fee includes 9% Goods and Services Tax.

The conference will take place in Singapore from Monday, 12 August to Tuesday, 13 August 2024. 


Programme

Sunday, 11 August 2024 

  • Evening - Pre-conference Welcome Dinner

Monday, 12 August 2024 

  • Morning/Afternoon: Conference Day 1
  • Evening: Offsite Group Dinner

Tuesday, 13 August 2024

  • Morning/Afternoon: Conference Day 2


Registration

The conference fee is USD750 per person.

  • When registering, you are confirming attendance to both conference days
  • The conference fee includes conference costs, meals and dinners during the main conference programme
  • Hotel booking and travel are not covered by the conference fee
  • Registration will close on Friday, 12 July 2024. 


Venue

Andaz Singapore - A Concept by Hyatt

5 Fraser Street. Singapore 189354

Phone: +65 6408 1234


Accommodation

We have negotiated special group room rates with Andaz Singapore. We will provide you with the registration link separately upon receiving your registration where you will directly make a reservation with the hotel.

Group Room Rates

  • 1 King Bed with Heritage View - SGD$340++/SGD370++ per room/night (inclusive of daily breakfast for single/double occupancy, in-room internet, mini-bar - excluding spirits (replenished once daily), and all-day refreshments in the Sunroom)
  • 2 Twin Beds with Heritage View - SGD370++ per room/night (inclusive of daily breakfast for single / double occupancy, in-room internet, mini-bar - excluding spirits (replenished once daily), and all-day refreshments in the Sunroom)

The Group Rates are subject to 10% service charge plus prevailing 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST).

The above rates offered may be applicable for up to two (2) nights prior and one (1) night after the main group dates, subject to room and rate availability.

Requests for specific bed types must be made in advance.

Individual corporate rates will not apply to delegates/attendees for this event over 11 to 12 August 2024 (both dates inclusive).

Check-in at 15:00 on day of arrival and checkout by 12:00 on day of departure.


Transport

Click the link below to learn how to get around Singapore from Changi Airport.

https://www.changiairport.com/en/airport-guide/transport/leaving-the-airport.html


Dress code

Conference: Business attire (e.g. Suit w/o tie for men) and Smart casual for dinner/social events.

Evening events: Smart Casual

BDO Asia Pacific Regional Conference 2024 - Conference Agenda


Sunday, 11 August 2024

TimeProgramme
Location
 7:00 pm - 10:00 pmWelcome DinnerThe Glasshouse


Day One: Monday, 12 August 2024

TimeProgrammePresenters /  PanellistsLocation
 9:00 am - 09:10 amWelcome AddressFrankie Chia (Singapore)The Glasshouse
 9:10 am - 09:30 amOpening Address & Global UpdatesTrond-Morten Lindberg (Global)
 9:30 am - 10:30 amQuality ManagementPanel
Ng Yun Qi (Global) - Moderator
Tan Khoon Yeow (Malaysia)
Jocelyn Goh (Singapore)
Jane Bowen (Australia)
Noel Ashpole (Thailand)
10:30 am - 10:50 amCoffee Break
The Glasshouse Foyer
10:50 am - 11:30 amLeveraging Global Value Chain Solutions to Drive ValuePanel
Tom Ewigleben (APAC) - Moderator
Zara Ritchie (Australia)
Jackson Cai (Singapore)
Melea Cruz (Thailand)
Ashley Hetrick (US)

11:30 am - 12:30 pmBDO Digital: Where Technology and Business Goals ConvergeGerard Seng (Singapore)
Brett Hall, One Paper Lane
Melvin Xavier, CrimsonLogic
Gabriel Wong (MVGX Tech)
12:30 pm - 1:30 pmLunch Break
The Glasshouse Foyer
  1:30 pm - 2:10 pmMicrosoft - The Global Alliance and AI StrategyMark van Hilten, 
Global Client Director, Microsoft
  2:10 pm - 2:55 pmPeople & CultureBonnie Tham (Malaysia)
Peter O'Sullivan (Australia)
Jocelyn Goh (Singapore)
  2:55 pm - 3:25 pmLarge Audit - the SAP ExperienceJens Freiberg (Germany)
Ayelet Rotblat, CFO - SAP Southeast Asia 

  3:25 pm - 3:45 pmCoffee Break
The Glasshouse Foyer
  3:45 pm - 4:30 pmCollaborating & Winning International Business Area (Breakout Session)

Audit: Applying the BDO Way for Group Audits to Achieve Efficiencies and Enhance Client Experience. With the requirements to implement the BDO Way for group audits being effective for 31 December 2024 year ends, join us to discuss the opportunities we have during implementation to achieve efficiencies, including how the changes impact pricing decisions on group engagements and collaborating globally to achieve a consistent client experience.

Tax: The global tax landscape has been changing at an unprecedented pace, driven by technology, geopolitical and macroeconomic factors, and calls for transparency. These changes are having a major impact on many of our clients and, in turn, our business. As Tax becomes an increasingly important business issue, opportunities for us to be part of our client's strategic tax journey abound. Join us on this tax track as we navigate key developments and unravel opportunities to collaborate and win international projects.

Advisory: This session will explore how we can leverage the substantial investments in Digital Assets. Learn how to utilise the various digital tools and platforms already in place to drive efficiency and innovation across member firms in the region. This is a unique opportunity to harness existing resources for maximum impact.

In addition, we will discuss strategies for uplifting capabilities and skillsets across the region. By enhancing our collective expertise, we can foster stronger collaboration and increase our chances of winning more opportunities together. Don't miss this chance to contribute to and benefit from our region's growth and success. 

Audit - Jane Bowen (Australia)

Tax - Chris Low (Malaysia)

Advisory - Athanasius Arif Tanubrata (Indonesia)		The Glasshouse

Studio 1

Studio 2
  4:30 pm - 5:00 pmSummary of the Breakout Session
The Glasshouse
  5:00 pmEnd of Day One

  6:00 pmTransfer to Offsite Dinner Venue
Andaz Coach Bay
  7:00 pm onwardsDinner
The Empress Restaurant


Day Two: Tuesday, 13 August 2024

TimeProgrammePresenters/PanellistsLocation
  9:00 am - 10:00 amIn-Conversation with APAC Managing PartnersTrond-Morten Lindberg (Global) - Moderator
Dato' Gan Ah Tee (Malaysia)
Athanasius Arif Tanubrata (Indonesia)
Clement Chan (Hong Kong)
Steven Sorbello (Australia)
Frankie Chia (Singapore)

The Glasshouse
10:00 am - 10:30 amRegional Excellence and Collaborative SolutionsPanel
Lim Mei Khim (Singapore) - Moderator
Riazel Bontia (Philippines)
Tang Poh Choo (Malaysia)
Rangga Iman (Indonesia)
Hillary Vu (Vietnam)
10:30 am - 10:50 amCoffee Break
The Glasshouse Foyer
10:50 am - 11:20 amAccelerate Digital Transformation with BDO Digital-As-A-ServiceJulia Paush (Germany)
11:20 am - 11:50 amThe Future of Invoicing: E-InvoicingPanel
Eu Chin Sien (Singapore) - Moderator
David Lai (Malaysia)
Suwenny Leonardi (Indonesia)
Melea Cruz (Thailand)

11:50 am - 12:20 pmFast-Track Client Procurement CapabilitiesAshley Hetrick (US)
12:20 pm - 1:20 pmLunch Break
The Glasshouse Foyer
  1:20 pm - 2:05 pmSustainability Trends & LandscapePanel
Aletta Boshoff (Australia) - Moderator
Ricky Cheng (Hong Kong)
Philip Aw (Singapore)
Johan Sebastian (Indonesia)
  2:05 pm - 2:50 pmThe Future of Work: M365 Copilot Transforming the Way We WorkMick Teo, 
Microsoft, Global Black Belt


  2:50 pm - 3:10 pmCoffee Break

  3:10 pm - 3:40 pmPost-Deal Services - Continuing Asia's Inc. Pursuit of Effective M&APanel
Aldric How (Singapore) - Moderator
Kunal Bharat Gala (India)
Lim Shen Xiang, 65 Equity Partners
Julian Barendse, Mori Hamada & Matsumoto (Singapore) LLP
  3:40 pm - 4:25 pmStrategic Intelligence in Cybersecurity: Navigating Modern Threats 
Panel
Sanjay Sidhu (Malaysia) - Moderator
Cecil Su (Singapore)
Yudhi Praseto (Indonesia)
Ricky Cheng (Hong Kong)

  4:25 pm - 4:55 pmSupporting through BDO Edge and the International Business TeamAmit Agarwal (India)
Munjal Almoula (India)

  4:55 pm - 5:10 pmClosing Remarks

  5:10 pmEnd of Conference


Note: Conference agenda is subject to change without prior notice.

correct as at: 5 August 2024


Singapore, known as the "Lion City," is a vibrant and modern city-state located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. Renowned for its impressive skyline, lush greenery, and rich multicultural heritage, Singapore offers a unique blend of the old and the new.

Highlights:

Marina Bay Sands: This iconic resort complex includes a hotel, casino, shopping mall, and the stunning SkyPark with its infinity pool offering breathtaking views of the city.

Gardens by the Bay: A futuristic park featuring the Supertree Grove, Cloud Forest, and Flower Dome, showcasing innovative garden design and sustainable architecture.

Sentosa Island: A popular resort destination with attractions like Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium, and beautiful beaches.

Orchard Road: Singapore's premier shopping street, lined with international brands, luxury boutiques, and diverse dining options.

Cultural Districts: Explore Chinatown, Little India, and Kampong Glam to experience Singapore's diverse cultural heritage, unique architecture, and delicious local cuisine.

Dining:

Singapore is a food lover's paradise, known for its hawker centers where you can savor affordable and mouth-watering local dishes like Hainanese chicken rice, laksa, and chili crab.

Transportation:

Getting around is easy with Singapore's efficient public transportation system, including the MRT (Mass Rapid Transit), buses, taxis and ride-hailing services such as Grab, Gojek, Tada and Ryde. You may need to download the ride-hailing apps from the Apple Apps Store or Google Play Store.

Climate:

Singapore has a tropical climate, with warm and humid weather year-round. Be prepared for occasional rain showers.

Tips:

Cleanliness: Singapore is known for its cleanliness and strict laws against littering.

Language: English is widely spoken, making communication easy for most visitors.

Currency: The Singapore Dollar (SGD) is the local currency.

Whether you're here for business or leisure, Singapore promises a memorable and enjoyable stay with its seamless blend of tradition and modernity. Enjoy your visit!

For more information, visit https://www.visitsingapore.com/en/

We will be using the Event Mobile App platform from Live Group for this conference. 

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