Patsian Low is Managing Partner of Humanity Assist LLP, an independent consulting practice providing honest, nonpartisan and right-sized advisory support to funders, businesses and nonprofits across Asia’s impact ecosystem. She brings more than 30 years’ experience across sustainable finance, impact investing, philanthropy, corporate social responsibility and commercial finance in the United States and Asia Pacific.
Her background spans work with diverse partners, from sovereign wealth funds, corporates and philanthropic foundations to nonprofits, grassroots organisations and multilateral institutions, like Visa, DBS, Asia Philanthropy Circle, and National Volunteer & Philanthropy Center. Formerly Deputy CEO and Chief of Markets at AVPN, she worked to mobilise resources from hundreds of organisations across 40+ markets towards impact. Her work is grounded in collaboration, practical impact and service.
"Wealth creation and growth that endures beyond short‑term gains come from the creation of value that uplifts people, protects our planet, and inspires trust."
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Tan Sri Dr. Rebecca Fatima Sta Maria
Former Executive Director, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Secretariat; Pro Chancellor, Sunway University
"Climate and nature don't pause for politics. Sustainable impact means having the courage to build beyond the next earnings call - creating value not just for shareholders but for the society that every business ultimately serves."
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Chiew Chun Wee
Former Board Member, International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB); Regional Policy & Insights Lead, Asia Pacific, ACCA
“When we measure sustainability, we make it real. Turning commitments into tracked value lets hospitality and tourism lead the way toward a more resilient, thriving future. ”
David Fogarty
CEO and Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network Singapore (UNGCNS)
“Beyond compliance, sustainability creates its greatest value when it is felt and experienced.”
(Featured in the United Nations Global Compact case study: The GUAVA Model)
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Gabriel Tan
UN SDG Pioneer for Circular Economy; CEO, GUAVA International
"Sustainable impact is achieved when we respect both our environment and our people, creating an enduring equilibrium where prosperity, wellbeing and nature thrive together."
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Lisa Liaw
Board Member, Singapore Tourism Board (STB)
“Sustainability means doing the right thing even when no one is watching, leading by example, and making long-term, circular choices that create lasting value for people, businesses, and society.”
Miguel Teles de Menezes
Faculty, EHL Hospitality Business School
“Doing right by the environment and the community is no longer optional or an afterthought - it is an integral strategy for doing well and for lasting business success.”
Lam Yi Young
Deputy Chairperson, Community Foundation of Singapore; Secretary, Community Chest Singapore
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