Leading Effectively Amid Complexity & Ambiguity
Tuesday, 3rd November 2026, 6:00 - 8:00PM
Singtel 8George Academy, Community Space (Level 2), Singapore 049144
About The Event
How do leaders make sound decisions when the signals are mixed and the way forward is still unfolding?
Join Piyush Gupta, former CEO of DBS Group, for an insightful fireside conversation on what it takes to lead effectively through complexity and ambiguity.
Drawing on his leadership experience, the conversation will explore how leaders distinguish signal from noise, balance conviction with the willingness to change course, and lead with clarity as circumstances evolve.
This event is an Action Learning Project developed by 2026 SGLN Fellows Azmul Haque, Chelsea Ling, Manoj Miyogi, Rachel Lim, Sebastian Heng, Shu Ying and Pirakash T, aimed at exploring the judgement, adaptability and decision-making capabilities required of leaders navigating an increasingly uncertain world.
Agenda
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6:00 PMRegistration & Networking
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7:00 PMFireside Chat with Piyush Gupta
Event Details
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Date:
Tuesday, 3rd November 2026
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Time:
6:00 - 8:00PM
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Venue:
Singtel 8George Academy, Community Space (Level 2), Singapore 049144
Speaker
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Piyush Gupta
Former CEO, DBS Group
Piyush Gupta served as Chief Executive Officer of DBS Group from 2009 to 2025, leading the bank through a period of significant transformation and growth. Under his leadership, DBS became a globally recognised leader in banking and digital innovation, earning multiple accolades, including World’s Best Bank and World’s Best Digital Bank.
Prior to DBS, Piyush spent 27 years at Citigroup, where he held various senior leadership positions, including CEO for Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand.
He currently serves as Chairman of Keppel Ltd, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Singapore Management University, and Chairman of Mandai Wildlife Group. He is also a member of Singapore’s Council of Presidential Advisers and serves as Chairman, India, at Temasek in an advisory capacity.
With decades of experience navigating business transformation, disruption and uncertainty, Piyush brings valuable perspectives on strategic decision-making, adaptability and leadership in an increasingly complex world.
