Dr Karl Pilny Managing Director asia 21 gmbh Moderator Abstract Dr Karl Pilny is a reknown investment and Asia expert. His numerous books like the trilogy The Asian Century, Investment Guide Asia, and Asia the Great Energy Game, and his strong network and frequent public appearances make him one of the most eminent public speakers and moderators. His diverse background and experience enables him to bridge business, politics and cultures. Dr Pilny is an interface across sectors and is a valued content producer and thought leader. Biography Dr Karl Pilny is Managing Partner of asia-21 for more than 10 years. Before this he was Managing Partner of Travers Smith and Coudert Brothers in Germany. For more than twenty years Dr Pilny offers advice about China, Japan, Korea and India. He is an experienced international business lawyer with vast experience in structuring and executing international projects, particularly in Asia. He initiates capital market investment funds and advises on asset allocation and fund management. He is a business angel and has co-founded a venture capital company. Dr Pilny is investing in numerouse start-ups, in which he takes an active advisory role. Dr Pilny lectured German Law at the Universities of Kyoto and Osaka, was a Research Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for International Intellectual Property Law in Munich. His main mission, as an entrepreneur, author, and advisor, is to make a difference and a positive impact on the world. asia 21 gmbh Eigenheimstrasse 45 8700 Küsnacht (ZH), Switzerland www.asia-21.com
Dr Ingeborg Schumacher-Hummel Member of the Board Forum Nachhaltige Geldanlagen Panel Discussion: Impact Investing for Institutional Investors Panel Description This panel will reflect on the different motivations, approaches and experiences by insitutional investors have in making investments in this segment and to highlight the key challenges and learnings of impact investments as well as some of the advantages of participating in this market. Moderator: Dr Ingeborg Schumacher-Hummel. She is founder of Responsible Impact and consults institutional clients and asset managers on the development and implementation of a RI strategy. She brings 20 years experience in Sustainable/Responsible Investments, including 12 years at UBS Asset Management to develop the SRI funds at UBS. Panelist 1: Mr Ralph Kretschmer. He founded EBG Investment Solutions an international provider of tailored investment management and advisory services for institutional clients in the area of sustainable investments. He initiated the Environmental Business Group at Credit Suisse. Panelist 2: Ms Rhea Hamilton. She is advisor at Kessel Solar and is an experienced investment professional in the areas of sustainable/clean technology, renewable energy and natural resources. She has built and managed multiple venture portfolios, most recently with the family office Aeris Capital. Panelist 3: Mr Nicholas Colloff. He is Executive Director Argidius Foundation. Mr. Colloff supports enterprise development in Africa and Latin America both through grants and impact investment funds. Before Argidius Foundation, he founded an impact investment fund, two microfinance banks, and was Oxfam s Russia country director.
Mr. Jorma Kario President Go! Aviation Ltd Business Case: Go! Aviation Ltd Rethinking an airline for sustainability: carbon-neutral flying with an agile and a differentiating business model Abstract A landmark change in EASA regulations for airlines is now enabling commercial scheduled operations in Europe with single engine aircraft. This has opened the door for developing air travel services that are both cost-efficient and environmentally sustainable. The presentation covers the goals and business innovations that are taking a Finnish startup airline to Europe operating the Swiss-manufactured Pilatus PC12 aircraft. Go! Aviation Ltd is a game-changer with a unique selling proposition, and the topics covered in the presentation include resource-optimizing key differentiators in the business model: - Total CO2 offsetting of fuel usage - An unlimited travel scheme based on membership - Unparalleled convenience and service for high-frequency travellers - Demand-based destinations and schedules across Europe Go! Aviation was granted its SE-IMC AOC (Air Operator Certificate) in February 2016. Starting in July 2016, the company starts flying based on its revolutionary concept, becoming an industry-first in an exciting and growing segment. Biography Mr Jorma Kario is a serial entrepreneur with a successful exit in 2001 when he sold his image agency business to a listed company in Finland. A licensed pilot and flight enthusiast, Mr Kario has had a long career in IT and software ventures. Go! Aviation Ltd, headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, was co-founded by Mr Kario in 2014. Go! Aviation Ltd Keilaranta 19 02150 Espoo, Finland www.goaviation.net