Join sustainability leaders Dr. Janice Lao and Dr. Merrin Pearse as they unpack what it really takes to break into this fast-evolving field. From identifying your unique edge to building the skills that matter, you’ll gain practical tools to land roles that align with your values and make real impact. Learn how to spot companies walking the talk, navigate emerging career paths, and network your way into the heart of corporate climate action

Meet the Speaker(s):

Dr. Janice Lao, Co-Founder, Project Eleven and 3X Head of Sustainability

Dr. Janice Lao is an internationally awarded environmental scientist and economist working in the field of corporate sustainability for 20 years. In the past decade, she has led the sustainability agenda for multinational companies worldwide such as Peninsula Hotels, MTR Corporation, Cathay Pacific, Swire Group, and Helen of Troy, in industries spanning conglomerates, real estate, hospitality, transport, and consumer goods. She has extensive knowledge and deep practical experience in global corporate sustainability programs, having worked in China, Australia, UK and US. She was named in Forbes Magazine in 2018 as one of the world’s most influential female sustainability leaders and by Greenbiz in 2019 as one of the most influential women working in climate. She graduated from the University of Oxford and completed her Ph.D. in Sustainability Education at Prescott College.

Dr. Merrin Pearse is a seasoned Sustainability Advisor with over 15 years of experience guiding global companies on circular economy strategy, waste reduction, and sustainable supply chains. With a doctorate in Geomatics and a track record of developing sustainability frameworks across hospitality, transport, and FMCG sectors, Merrin blends technical rigor with a people-first approach. He currently serves on the board of Masarang HK and is driven by a mission to reconnect people with nature through impactful, business-aligned climate action.