Retail Asia Forum - Kuala Lumpur - June 27, 2024
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Overview 2024 Retail Asia Forum - Kuala Lumpur
Join the revolution of retail at the Retail Asia Forum 2024, where the brightest minds in the retail industry gather to explore and share the future of shopping in Asia. This signature event series serves as the incubator for the latest trends, technologies, and tactics that are revolutionizing retail from the streets of Tokyo to the online markets of Southeast Asia.
Starting with the historic inaugural event in the vibrant markets of Ho Chi Minh on March 14, the forum sweeps through the heart of Asia's shopping capitals — taking the stage in Bangkok on April 25, capturing the unique retail blend of Jakarta on May 16, showcasing the digital evolution of Kuala Lumpur on June 27, and wrapping up with the bustling retail innovation in Manila on October 3.
The Retail Asia Forum 2024 is not just an event—it's a strategic pivot point for retailers aiming to capture the hearts and wallets of a diverse and dynamic Asian consumer base.
Book your passage to the epicenter of retail transformation. Be among the select to redefine consumer experiences and drive unprecedented growth in one of the world's most exciting retail landscapes.
Venue: Kuala Lumpur, CBD, TBA
Why the Retail Asia Forum 2024 is the must-attend event:
ENGAGE
Connect with industry leaders, retail pioneers, and brand visionaries. Build invaluable relationships through interactive workshops and networking breaks.
EXPLORE
Experience retail reinvention with live case studies and immersive sessions. Witness firsthand how consumer behavior, e-commerce strategies, and sustainability practices are shaping the future of retail in Asia.
EMBRACE
Embrace cutting-edge technologies and marketing strategies that are setting new standards in customer experience and operational efficiency.
EVOLVE
Equip yourself with actionable strategies and innovative solutions to adapt and thrive in the fast-evolving retail ecosystem.
SPEAKERS
Ngu Heng Sing
Head of Consumer & Retail
KPMG Malaysia
Head of Consumer & Retail
KPMG Malaysia
Heng Sing started his career in KPMG by joining the Audit & Assurance division in 2007 and moved to the Transaction Services unit under KPMG’s Deal Advisory practice in May 2011.
During his tenure in Audit, Heng Sing specialized in the audit of public listed companies and multinationals from various industries including manufacturing, construction, plantation, automotive, poultry, and financial institutions. In Transaction Services, he has worked on due diligence engagements for private equity firms, corporate investors, government agencies, and government-linked companies. His due diligence experience covers financial, commercial and operational.
Among his notable engagements include:
- Assisted a leading technology company in their acquisition of various start-up companies, which included e-payment companies, online-to-offline e-commerce platforms, bicycle sharing company, and online grocery and delivery company;
- Assisted a private equity fund in the acquisition of various retail chains in Malaysia, which included pharmacies, budget stores, and specialty stores;
- Assisted the management of a leading global hamburger fast food chain in their proposed divestment of franchise rights in Malaysia and Singapore;
- Assisted a sovereign wealth fund in the market study and assessment of the online photo printing industry;
- Assisted a local investment bank in the development of an external advisors’ manual covering the general process of work performed by reporting accountants, due diligence advisors, and tax advisors.
Quan Yao Peh
Senior Analyst
Euromonitor International
Senior Analyst
Euromonitor International
Quan Yao is a Senior Analyst (Channels) at Euromonitor International, leading research for the Retail and Digital Consumer sectors in Southeast Asia. He has a keen interest in the impact of retail digitalisation and evolving business models, and its implications for businesses and consumers within the region.
Over his time in the company Quan Yao has engaged and advised clients on the industries’ competitive landscape, market trends & strategic outlook through his analysis on Euromonitor's Passport database, external publications, and client and industry conference engagements. He is the Co-Author of Euromonitor’s “Top 100 Retailers in Asia Pacific 2021” White Paper, and his sector commentary has been featured on prominent regional publications such as Singapore Business Review, Tech in Asia and DealStreetAsia.
Quan Yao holds a Bachelor of Business Management degree with a Double Major in Operations Management and Analytics from the Singapore Management University
SPONSORS
eClerx Digital
eClerx Digital is the trusted partner of choice to many of the world’s largest global brands for creative production, eCommerce/web operations and analytics and insights services. We help clients maximize the results of their digital activities across the customer journey. We complement existing capabilities through data analytics and marketing support. Global industry leaders partner with us to cost-effectively scale their digital activities by leveraging our highly-skilled and blended resource model.
AGENDA
8:30 - 9:00 AM REGISTRATION
9:05 - 9:10 AM Welcome Remarks
- Tim Charlton, Publisher, Retail Asia
9:10 - 9:25 AM Opening Session
9:25 - 9:45 AM Keynote Speaker
9:45 - 10:05 AM CEO Fireside chat
10:05 - 10:35 AM Panel Session 1
10:35 -11:15 AM COFFEE BREAK
11:15 - 11:35 AM Speaker 4
- Ngu Heng Sing, Head of Consumer & Retail, KPMG Malaysia
11:35 - 11:55 AM Speaker 5
11:55 - 12:15 PM Speaker 6
12:15 - 12:45 PM Panel Session 2
12:45 - 2:00 PM MIDDAY BREAK
2:00 - 2:20 PM Speaker 7
2:20 - 2:40 PM Speaker 8
2:40 - 3:00 PM Speaker 9
3:00 - 3:40 PM COFFEE BREAK
3:40 - 4:00 PM Speaker 10
- Quan Yao Peh, Senior Analyst, Euromonitor International
4:00 - 4:20 PM Speaker 11
4:20 - 4:50 PM Panel Session 3
5:00 PM END OF PROGRAM
SPONSORS
eClerx Digital
eClerx Digital is the trusted partner of choice to many of the world’s largest global brands for creative production, eCommerce/web operations and analytics and insights services. We help clients maximize the results of their digital activities across the customer journey. We complement existing capabilities through data analytics and marketing support. Global industry leaders partner with us to cost-effectively scale their digital activities by leveraging our highly-skilled and blended resource model.
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SPEAKERS
Ngu Heng Sing
Head of Consumer & Retail
KPMG Malaysia
Head of Consumer & Retail
KPMG Malaysia
Heng Sing started his career in KPMG by joining the Audit & Assurance division in 2007 and moved to the Transaction Services unit under KPMG’s Deal Advisory practice in May 2011.
During his tenure in Audit, Heng Sing specialized in the audit of public listed companies and multinationals from various industries including manufacturing, construction, plantation, automotive, poultry, and financial institutions. In Transaction Services, he has worked on due diligence engagements for private equity firms, corporate investors, government agencies, and government-linked companies. His due diligence experience covers financial, commercial and operational.
Among his notable engagements include:
- Assisted a leading technology company in their acquisition of various start-up companies, which included e-payment companies, online-to-offline e-commerce platforms, bicycle sharing company, and online grocery and delivery company;
- Assisted a private equity fund in the acquisition of various retail chains in Malaysia, which included pharmacies, budget stores, and specialty stores;
- Assisted the management of a leading global hamburger fast food chain in their proposed divestment of franchise rights in Malaysia and Singapore;
- Assisted a sovereign wealth fund in the market study and assessment of the online photo printing industry;
- Assisted a local investment bank in the development of an external advisors’ manual covering the general process of work performed by reporting accountants, due diligence advisors, and tax advisors.
Quan Yao Peh
Senior Analyst
Euromonitor International
Senior Analyst
Euromonitor International
Quan Yao is a Senior Analyst (Channels) at Euromonitor International, leading research for the Retail and Digital Consumer sectors in Southeast Asia. He has a keen interest in the impact of retail digitalisation and evolving business models, and its implications for businesses and consumers within the region.
Over his time in the company Quan Yao has engaged and advised clients on the industries’ competitive landscape, market trends & strategic outlook through his analysis on Euromonitor's Passport database, external publications, and client and industry conference engagements. He is the Co-Author of Euromonitor’s “Top 100 Retailers in Asia Pacific 2021” White Paper, and his sector commentary has been featured on prominent regional publications such as Singapore Business Review, Tech in Asia and DealStreetAsia.
Quan Yao holds a Bachelor of Business Management degree with a Double Major in Operations Management and Analytics from the Singapore Management University