ReThink Forum
Adapting to Global Shifts: Strengthening Systemic Resilience Across Asia
10 Sep (Thur) Day 1 : 10:20 – 11:10
As global sustainability enters a volatile new era, the language of “ESG” is being replaced by the hard reality of “Systems Change.” This session examines how Hong Kong can maintain its green momentum amidst shifting global trade dynamics, geopolitical tensions, and the urgent need for a new economic vocabulary. Participants will explore how to move beyond fragmented reporting to achieve the deep, structural shifts required in energy, finance, and supply chains. The discussion focuses on how Hong Kong businesses can insulate their sustainability strategies from political volatility and use systems thinking to drive radical collaboration. By addressing the “momentum gap,” this panel provides a roadmap for leaders to stay the course on long-term climate goals while navigating a complex, fast-changing global environment.
Session Learnings:
- Understand how global geopolitical shifts and trade policies are redefining local sustainability priorities.
- Identify the “systems change” levers required to move beyond incremental gains toward radical decarbonisation.
- Explore new ways of communicating impact that resonate in a more sceptical and pragmatic global market.
Post-Event Actions:
- Review sustainability strategies through a geopolitical risk lens to ensure long-term resilience.
- Audit internal “systems” to identify where siloed thinking is blocking large-scale carbon reduction.
- Refine corporate sustainability messaging to align with the evolving language of global value and transition.
Speakers
Scott Price
Group Chief Executive
DFI Retail Group
Scott Price
DFI Retail Group
Group Chief Executive
Scott Price is the Group Chief Executive of DFI Retail Group, bringing over 30 years of experience in retail, logistics and consumer packaged goods sectors globally. He began his career with The Coca-Cola Company in Japan where he continued through various leadership roles across Asia. In 2002, Scott joined DHL Express as President in Japan before advancing to Chief Executive Officer for Asia Pacific in 2005 and Chief Executive Officer for Europe in 2007.
From 2009, Scott led Walmart’s Asia business from Hong Kong overseeing operations across the region. He relocated in 2014 to the United States to take on a global leadership role, managing Walmart’s global sourcing as well as strategy, technology and real estate for the International Division.
In 2017, Scott joined UPS as Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer, responsible for strategic planning, Global Business Services and the company’s Advanced Technology Group. He was appointed Executive Vice-President, UPS International in 2020, overseeing all 220 markets outside the U.S.
In August 2023, Scott joined DFI Retail Group to lead the business. He also serves on the boards of Coles Group in Australia, The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) and the World Retail Congress. Additionally, Scott is a co-sponsor of CGF’s Net Zero Coalition of Action, an initiative aimed at accelerating the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions within the retail and consumer goods industry.
Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of North Carolina and earned both an MBA and a master’s degree in Asian studies from the University of Virginia.
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Adapting to Global Shifts: Strengthening Systemic Resilience Across Asia