"To successfully lead change leaders must IMAGINE what's possible then create a compelling vision of the future: INSPIRE others to deliver the vision and IMPLEMENT plans to make the vision a marketplace reality."

Deborah Henretta Group President, Asia The Procter & Gamble Company




"Lead the Change: leave a legacy of good work and values to our children and employees, not just an inheritance" Eduardo Delgado CEO Delbros, Inc



"The only constant is change. Organisations and individuals that adapt and thrive on change will lead the pack." Steve Bertamini Group Executive Director & CEO Global Consumer Banking Standard Chartered Bank



"As Leaders of businesses and society, we have become very used to going to the best position for today, what we think works - the world has really changed and as today? and future leaders we MUST go to where the FUTURE IS - we need to see it, feel the change, anticipate it and then CREATE it!" A Patrick Imbardelli President & CEO Pan Pacific Hotels Group



"To rebuild the global economy, we hope to see leaders who can effect responsible behavioral changes in themselves and their followers... whatever may be the cause, crisis or opportunity!" Richard Hoon Founder & CEO I Search Worldwide Group



"If we are to grow from the aftermath of the global economic crises, then growth means change and change involves risk. As we move forward, stepping from the known to the unknown, what kind of risks, perceived or otherwise, will our businesses tolerate in the pursuit of re-building and re-energising our companies and workers?" Darren Thomson President & CEO Manulife (Singapore) Pte Ltd



"There is an urgency to come up with sustainable new business models, right here, right now, and our Summit is designed to facilitate this process." Chong Siak Ching Chair, APEC CEO Summit 2009 and President & CEO, Ascendas Pte Ltd



"In the Chinese language, the word for crisis (wei ji) consists of the characters that symbolize danger and opportunity - success is seizing the opportunity in a crisis." Lorencz Tay, Managing Director, PeopleSearch



"The challenge for business leaders going forward is how to align the varying interests of shareholders, customers and employees going forward, in a way that enables us to do good business in a good way." Sushan Tan Managing Director Morgan Stanley/Private Wealth Management



"You must not just look at global, regional and even country trends. You have to De-average everything. Every country, every market, every channel, every consumer is reacting differently to the crises and as the cards are re-shuffled many new opportunities can be found" Jan Zijderveld EVP, South East Asia & Australasia Unilever



"It's less about ?talking up? the economy and more about doing what is necessary to bring about the improvements & changes in our respective economic, social & political structures so that we will create a conducive environment for our fellow citizens to continue to improve their lives and those of their loved ones." Patrick L Go Chief Executive Officer Paramount Life & General Insurance Corporation



"Rebuilding the global economy is a big challenge; but climate change is even bigger. As business leaders, we should take the lead in establishing a sustainable economic system that promotes economic growth while protecting the environment. Achieving this goal will require an enormous collective effort on the part of national governments and business, yet it is an effort all of us must make for the sake of future generations." Peter Loescher President & CEO Siemens AG



"It's about time to consider Asia?s significant role and model in leading the global economic changes." Roosniati Salihin Deputy President Pan Indonesia Bank



"In today's economic volatility, some companies are gaining share, even with the head-winds. Is this due to the industry or the depth of Talent Management of these Companies? Are they holding their leadership & teams more accountable? Who?s leading the change?" Hester Chew Chairman & Chief Executive Mcthai Co Ltd



"Our generation's response to this challenge will be judged by history, for if we fail to meet it - boldly, swiftly, and together- we risk consigning future generations to an irreversible catastrophe." HE Barack Obama President The United States of America



"Many times the change that is necessary is not about seeking out new things or new horizons, it is about seeing things with a new sense of curiosity, a new pair of eyes. As leaders, it is important to have the ability to see what is not obvious, to have the courage to go through unchartered terrains and the ability to keep the team motivated at the same time." Poh Mui Hoon Chief Executive Officer NETS



"At the dawn of economic recovery, we have to open our minds to all kinds of possibilities and lead the change ahead of employees and customers. Minding the risks, but in the same time not fearing to think BIG and INNOVATIVE." Susan S Chang Chairperson Bank of Taiwan Asian Bankers Association



"The dislocation of markets and competitors created by the GFC has created an opportunity for all leaders. So as not to waste this opportunity, it is a time to review our thinking and strategy to adapt to a generational change in economic world leadership, in a fast changing regulatory landscape." Karl Morris Executive Chairman Ord Minnett



"How can governments and banks better support SMEs and their need for Capital? Bailing out the giants makes the headlines but it?s the SMEs who can react to the new economic challenges much faster and make a true difference in the growth of the region." Marcus Luer Group CEO Total Sports Asia



"The challenges of sustainable growth and the legitimate ethical expectations of consumers, citizens and other stakeholders in an interdependent world demand a new attitude from business leaders, fostering dialogue and cooperation and accelerated progress. Has the time come for businesses to communicate not only about their strengths and unique abilities, but also about their weaknesses?" Guillaume Lévy-Lambert CEO Tyna Pte Ltd



"Make elevating lives & businesses a life goal." Jaime Lim Consulting Director PeopleSearch



"How democracy is beneficially transferred to the People should be the fundamental objective of leading the change to rebuild the global economy. We as the leaders, are responsible to serve the People, not to serve the politicians and /or ourselves only." Dinh Ba Thanh Group Chairman & CEO DatvietVAC Group Holdings



"Our host economy, Singapore is an ideal platform to recount the importance of collective will, reasoned action and dogged persistence ? the impassioned will of its founding father ? in reviving the health of the global economy." Lou E Pelton University of North Texas Chairman, Global Market Education Development



"We face a globalized, interdependent world where communications technologies are creating greater transparency between markets and cultures. It is a world where individuals have greater access and voice, where collaboration has more consequence than any single leader or nation." Tim Love Vice Chairman & CEO Omnicom APIMA Omnicom Group



"In a world where there is continual change, there needs to be closer collaboration with Government, Business and NGOs, with a commitment from Governments to delegate not abdicate their responsibility, to support their constituents and community and deliver sustainable economies and communities." Garry Browne CEO & Managing Director Stuart Alexander



"The ability to anticipate market changes, and particularly to manage risk effectively and responsively, will characterise the best performers as the upturn gathers pace. Now is not the time for faint-hearted management, but for conviction and the agility to meet change head on." Dennis M Nally Global Chairman PricewaterhouseCoopers International Ltd



"Global climate change has a profound impact on the existence and development of mankind and is a major challenge facing all countries." HE Hu Jintao President The People?s Republic of China



"All business leaders, but especially the younger generation, have a responsibility to learn the lessons from the latest economic crisis, such as the need to stay close to the fundamentals of business. These lessons compel us to look beyond the short term gains and develop sustainable global economic and social growth. For transformational change to occur, we must have bold, long-term vision and conviction." Madhu Koneru Group CEO MEC Holdings



"Changes in the marketplace are happening at such an increased SPEED and VELOCITY these days, that as leaders, it is our paramount challenge to learn how to make decisions fast without sacrificing or compromising the fundamental research and strategic thoughts behind those decisions" Daniel Budiman Founding Partner Mahanusa Capital



"If you cannot go to the mountain, you can move the mountain with modern mining technology. The destiny is possible. It is up to the world leaders to create the destiny, specially the implementation of green energy initiatives to save the world." Tan Ching Khoon Chairman Hatim Capital Pte Ltd



"APEC: Aspiration, Possibility, Envision, Create: The new voice in a post-recession world." Nitish Jain President S P Jain Center of Management



"Finally we realized the difference between economy of the poor and the poor economy. The third world countries economy of the poor have survived the poor world economy of the rich countries." Shinta Widjaja Kamdani Managing Director of Sintesa Group and Chairman of Foreign Investment of the Indonesian Chamber Of Commerce and Industry



"It is critical to understand that the recent financial crisis has the potential to be not just a salutary experience for all and warning signal, but a positive catalyst for a step-change. Nowhere should this be more apparent, or relevant, than the economies of the Asia-Pacific - the 'miracle economies' of our times." Sam Walsh Chief Executive Iron Ore Rio Tinto



"As leaders, we have to dream new alternative worlds to create new realities. We have to be prepared to discard old businesses and invest in new technologies. Doing more of the same more efficiently may not leave our children a better world to live in." Tan Leicheng CEO Goldis Berhad



"As we look ahead to a more stable ? and I hope sustainable future, we must not waste the opportunity this recent financial crisis has presented us with. That opportunity is not only to refine the rules, but to review the values of the market system to ensure they better serve social and economic development. To re-assess the contribution of our companies, and ourselves as individuals. To re-establish our industry as a major contributor to human prosperity and development. And to ensure there is, truly, good value in banking." Stephen K Green Group Chairman HSBC Holdings plc



"The crisis gives us an opportunity to rewrite our ?manual of leadership." This has to be done with urgency for the next generation is in search of answers. As their mentors we must help them go through this period with the right perspective so that the future will be much brighter for everyone. Christina C Tan General Manager Suy Sing Commercial Corporation



"Every member of the global business community - regardless of size or industry - has a stake in the global economy. This is a transformational crisis that requires collaboration across borders. What we will learn is that by integrating the resources of the world and working together, we will emerge stronger." William V Hickey President & CEO Sealed Air Corporation



"Climate change and the environment seem secondary issues to many as it does not affect most of us personally or our business. Do you need your home to be demolished by a typhoon or cyclone before you believe in what the scientist tell us about CO2 and temperature caps and to take positive action to save energy and take the lead on a sustainable future? Your business and the global economy depends on your actions today. Believe in Climate Change and Global Warming and act now." Edwin T F Khew CEO & MD IUT Global



"We have to remake Singapore. Our economy, our education, our mindset, our city. It must be a totally different Singapore. Because if it's the same Singapore as today, we're dead." HE Lee Hsien Loong Prime Minister Singapore



"As business people, its our job to deliver REAL VALUE to society. The last 18 months have taught us the true meaning of REAL VALUE. Its about delivering goods and services ? REAL GOODS AND SERVICES in a sustainable and ethical way. Lets get on with this and make sure we do it properly. If this remains our focus, the rewards will flow." Nick Cocks Group Managing Director Readymix Holdings International Pte Ltd



"I am looking to this Summit to evolve policies and strategies that will benefit the peoples and businesses of the 21-member economies of APEC." Tony Chew Chairman Singapore Business Federation



"The process of becoming different is called CHANGE. However, change does not exist on its own and has to be SUSTAINABLE." Kelvin Leung CEO DHL Global Forwarding North Asia Pacific



"The development of natural resources creates economic velocity through jobs, infrastructure development, taxes and community development programs. Private investment by reputable companies in major projects is one of the most effective ways to raise the standards of living in developing regions. The recent extractive industry transparency initiatives, which promote measuring and reporting on these benefits, enable the public to clearly see the contribution of these projects to the government." Richard W Adkerson President & CEO Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc



"We are lucky! We have at least 20 years or more of growth opportunities in front of us; we need to exchange, debate, share, inspire and emulate in order to flourish, persevere and grow. This is why we are all at the summit as one of the many steps to be taken for the future of our staff, companies and well being of our fellow countrymen." Marc Castagnet Chairman SgT Group



"Improving the quality of healthcare throughout the world is one of societies greatest challenges and requires true leadership. We are committed to work with all governments and civil society in partnership to help in improve the health of communities by delivering the most innovative medicines in a sustainable manner." Jean-Louis Grunwald Vice President Asia Pacific Sanofi-Aventis



"The last two years have shown us the weaknesses in post war global institutions as well as in the mantra of totally uncontrolled free markets of the last three decades. The next few years give us the opportunity to rebuild an architecture that is more balanced, recognizing the geo-political shifts that have occured as well as the need for a more balanced agenda serving multiple constituents. We must not let this opportunity pass." Piyush Gupta Group CEO DBS Bank Ltd



"Leaders are in an enviable position where purposeful action can galvanize people to overcome insurmountable obstacles." Fang Ai Lian Chairman Great Eastern Holdings Ltd



"The time is now to support the growth of small and medium sized businesses. Somewhere in the world right now in a garage or a flat is the planet's next exciting company or game-changing technology that will bring real long-term improvement to people's lives, and with the proper support, new entrepreneurial dreams will be realized. It takes time to stop talking and start taking action. SMEs must never forget about the dreams. Stick to your dream, follow your passion, make things happen, and your dream will come true. ABAC and the APEC SME summit must be platform OF SMEs, FOR SMEs, and BY SMEs." Jack Ma Chairman Alibaba Group



"Responsible leadership is not just about inspiring change and generating growth, it is also caring about the effects of growth -- on the environment, on the have-nots, on quality of human life generally." Paul Beh President Asia Pacific Reed Exhibitions