In collaboration with Chamber member Salesforce, we were honoured to host an exclusive fireside chat with their Chief Futures Officer Mr. Peter Schwartz. Peter is an internationally recognized futurist and one of the world’s most respected business strategist. This thought-provoking dialogue, moderated by Ms. Jennifer Chen, Former Editor of The Peak Singapore, is specially curated for C-suites and senior business leaders in the Chamber’s ecosystem.

✨ Peter shared bold and timely perspectives on the shift reshaping our world over the next 25 years.

🔹 Scenario Planning for Strategic Clarity
Peter emphasized that the goal isn’t to predict the future, but to prepare for it. Scenario planning helps leaders make better decisions today by testing choices against multiple future possibilities.

🔹 Resilience Through Imagination
In uncertain times, business resilience demands more than data, it requires imaginative thinking. Companies must foster cultures that embrace curiosity and adaptability.

🔹 AI as a Catalyst for Growth
AI is transforming the business landscape. While it raises questions around displacement, Peter highlighted its immense potential to boost productivity, redefine roles, and create new opportunities.

🔹 The Future of Global Trade
Despite geopolitical turbulence, the economic logic for globalization remains strong. The future lies in renewed cooperation and smart adaptation to shifting power dynamics.

🔹 Singapore’s Strategic Advantage
Singapore’s continued success will hinge on innovation, openness to talent, and smart demographic strategies, especially as it navigates an evolving global landscape.

🔹 Anticipating Wildcards
From emerging technologies to potential geopolitical shocks, leaders must prepare for wildcards, including the unexpected and ensure flexibility in strategy.

🔹 AI Ethics & Governance
As AI capabilities grow, so too must our ethical frameworks. Peter called for responsible innovation, focused on safety, regulation, and the human impact of intelligent systems.

🔹 Political Uncertainty & Leadership
Discussing US politics, Peter noted the resilience of democratic institutions and the critical role of leadership in shaping a hopeful path forward.

💡 This fireside chat reminded us: The future isn’t something that just happens, it’s something we must actively shape.

A huge thank you to our esteemed guest, Peter Schwartz, and all who joined us in exploring what lies ahead. Let’s continue this vital conversation and reimagine the future together.

🙏 We would also like to thank Spark Systems, Acclaim Insurance Brokers and Chamber member Eleanor Lee for their kind sponsorship, which helped make this event possible.