In an era of unprecedented disruptions - from geopolitical tensions to shifting trade policies - businesses must rethink their supply chain strategies to stay competitive.

Join us for an insightful event featuring industry leaders discussing how to build resilient, agile, and future-proof supply chains. The session will kick off with a keynote by Silvia Ding, Managing Director of Maersk Greater China, followed by a dynamic panel discussion with top executives from importing and exporting sectors. Gain actionable insights on risk management, localization, and leadership strategies in turbulent times.

Time & Date:

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 (CN)

Venue Address:

WeWork Meeting Room 4C, 4th Floor, Shanghai Plaza, 138 Middle Huaihai Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai

上海市黄浦区淮海中路138号上海广场4楼WeWork 4C会议室

Event Format:

A keynote speech followed by townhall-style panel discussions.

Agenda:

• 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM: Registration
• 4:00 PM - 4:02 PM: Welcome by Bjørn Karlsen, DCCC East Board Member and Partner at LEAF Digital
• 4:02 PM - 4:22 PM: Keynote Speech by Silvia Ding, Managing Director, Maersk Greater China
• 4:22 PM - 6:00 PM: Panel Discussion + Q&A
• Simon Lichtenberg, CEO, Trayton Group
• Philip Xiao, CEO, Profex
• Silvia Ding, Managing Director, Maersk Greater China
• 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM: Networking

Speakers & Panelists:

• Silvia Ding – Managing Director, Maersk Greater China
• Simon Lichtenberg  – CEO, Trayton Group
• Philip Xiao – CEO, Profex

Moderator:

• Bjørn Karlsen –DCCC East Board Member and Partner at LEAF Digital.

Panel Sessions:

Supply Chain 2.0

• Moving from cost-focused to resilience-driven supply chains.
• Flexibility, visibility, and adaptability as new core capabilities.
• How MNCs remain competitive in the current supply chain environment.

Managing Global Disruptions

• Lessons from the trade war, COVID, geopolitics, and the Red Sea crisis.
• Regionalization, nearshoring, and scenario-based planning.

Implications for MNCs in China

• China's dual role: manufacturing base and growth market.
• Balancing localization with global integration.

Regulatory & Risk Outlook

• Navigating policy shifts and geopolitical friction.
• ESG, compliance, and logistics under scrutiny.

Leadership in Turbulent Times

• Elevating supply chain to the C-suite agenda.
• Building agility into decision-making structures.
• Strengthen communication between China and global HQ.

Why Attend?

Gain strategic insights and practical tools to future-proof your supply chain and stay competitive in a volatile global environment.

Cancellation Policy:

No refunds will be provided within 7 days before the event date (August 11, 2025, at 23:59:59).