APREA Leaders’ Luncheon

The APREA Leaders' Luncheon is a featured event in APREA's flagship conference, the Asia Pacific Real Assets Leaders' Congress.

With the theme The Human Advantage: Leading People and Performance in the Age of AI, the APREA Leaders' Luncheon aims to spark authentic dialogue around leadership, the opportunities and challenges presented by AI, and how business leaders can build cultures of innovation and continuous learning.

This event is by invitation only.

Programme

Panel Discussion - The Human Advantage: Leading People and Performance in the Age of AI

Why human judgment and relationships remain critical differentiators in an AI-enabled industry
Building a culture that embraces technology while managing change and addressing workforce concerns
Practical lessons and real-world experiences from leaders navigating AI adoption across their organisations

Sarah Bader

Principal and Executive Director
Gensler Tokyo

Sarah Bader

Principal and Executive Director
Gensler Tokyo

As Co-Regional Client Relationship Leader and Executive Director, Sarah leads local and global teams in crafting design solutions that harmonize aesthetic appeal with business objectives for clients worldwide. In her previous roles, she served as the Managing Director of Gensler’s Tokyo office for six years and as Co-Managing Director of the firm’s Chicago office for three years. Her extensive experience encompasses a variety of industries and project types, ranging from new urban high-rise hospitals to intimate workplace designs. Sarah excels in leading teams within diverse, multicultural environments and consistently prioritizes client experience.

Sarah is actively involved in the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan, where she serves as Vice President and Co-Chair of the CEO Forum. Additionally, she is a Co-Chair for the Hospitality Product Council at the Urban Land Institute and is the Regional Director for the U.S.-Japan Council.

APREA’s Commitment to Sustainability in Our Events

APREA is committed to making our events more environmentally responsible. We work closely with our event partners, venues, and suppliers to embed sustainability into the way we plan and execute our gatherings across the region. Our goal is to continually reduce our environmental footprint and promote responsible practices across the real assets industry.

Our key sustainability measures in our events include:

Sourcing energy-efficient venues with green certifications or demonstrated sustainable operations.
Minimizing single-use plastics, including limiting or eliminating plastic water bottles in favor of refill stations or reusable alternatives.
Reducing printed materials and handouts.
Using recycled or sustainably sourced paper when printing is necessary.
Partnering with vendors and caterers who prioritize sustainable sourcing, local produce, and low-waste food practices.
Educating attendees on sustainability efforts at the event and encouraging participation in green practices.

Through these steps, we aim to make every APREA event a reflection of our broader commitment to a more responsible and resilient industry.