Jointly organised by Monash University Malaysia and ACES Institute, this high-level dialogue features Ren Li, Founder of Letright, in an industry sharing and moderated dialogue on responsible leadership in Asia, also reflecting Monash University's commitment to the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), which is to advance discourse and practice in responsible leadership in Asia.
The session centres on how sustainability, innovation, and values-driven leadership can continue to shape resilient, future-ready businesses while elevating Asian perspectives in global business discourse.
Why You Should Attend
Agenda
9.30 am – 10.00am : Registration & Breakfast
10.00am – 10.10am : Welcome Address
Dr. Chong Yit Sean (Esther), Associate Professor in Management Department at Monash University Malaysia.
● Overview of Monash-ACES collaboration on research projects on Sustainable Luxury and Responsible Leadership.
● Sharing of teaching case development on ‘Ren Li’s Vision: Transforming Outdoor Living with Elegance and Environmental Stewardship’.
10:10am – 10.20am : Opening Remarks
Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Institute and CEO of MORS Group, as well as a Monash PhD alumni.
10:20am - 10:25am : Video Case Screening
Ren’s Vision: A short video adaptation based on the Monash-ACES case featuring Ren Li and Letright
10.25am – 11.05am : Industry Sharing
Ren Li, Founder & CEO of Letright.
● His experience building a values-led, design-driven Asian enterprise
● Leadership philosophies rooted in responsibility, sustainability, and innovation
● Reflections on themes explored in the Monash-ACES teaching case developed around his journey
● How Asian leadership can help reshape global assumptions around innovation and ethics
11.05am – 11.35am : Fireside Chat and Q&A Session
Moderator: Dr. Chong Yit Sean (Esther), Associate Professor in Management Department at Monash University Malaysia.
11.35am - 11.50am : Induction of Ren Li to the ACES Institute Distinguished Fellow
Facilitators: Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Institute and CEO of MORS Group, as well as a Monash PhD alumni;
Maverick Ling, Vice-president of MORS Group
11.50am : Closing Remarks
Prof. Avvari V. Mohan, a Professor and Deputy Head (Research, Engagement & Impact) at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia
12.00pm : Photo Session
12.05pm : Networking Lunch
9.30 am – 10.00am : Registration & Breakfast
10.00am – 10.20am : Welcome Address
Dr. Chong Yit Sean (Esther), Associate Professor in Management Department at Monash University Malaysia.
● Overview of Monash-ACES collaboration on research projects on Sustainable Luxury and Responsible Leadership.
● Sharing of teaching case development on ‘Ren Li’s Vision: Transforming Outdoor Living with Elegance and Environmental Stewardship’.
10:20am – 10.30am : Opening Remarks
Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Institute and CEO of MORS Group, as well as a Monash PhD alumni.
10:30am - 10:35am : Video Case Screening
Ren’s Vision: A short video adaptation based on the Monash-ACES case featuring Ren Li and Letright
10.35am – 11.15am : Industry Sharing
Ren Li, Founder & CEO of Letright
● His experience building a values-led, design-driven Asian enterprise
● Leadership philosophies rooted in responsibility, sustainability, and innovation
● Reflections on themes explored in the Monash-ACES teaching case developed around his journey
● How Asian leadership can help reshape global assumptions around innovation and ethics
11.15am – 12.00pm : Fireside Chat and Q&A Session
Moderator: Dr. Chong Yit Sean (Esther), Associate Professor in Management Department at Monash University Malaysia.
12.00pm - 12:15pm : Induction of Ren Li to the ACES Institute Distinguished Fellow
Facilitator: Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Institute and CEO of MORS Group, as well as a Monash PhD alumni.
12.15pm – 12.45pm : Closing Remarks
Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Institute and CEO of MORS Group, as well as a Monash PhD alumni.
Prof. Avvari V. Mohan, a Professor and Deputy Head (Research, Engagement &Impact) at the School of Business, Monash University Malaysia.
12.45pm-1.00pm : Photo Session
1.00pm – 2.00pm : Networking Lunch
Our Experts
A key pioneer in sustainable outdoor furniture manufacturing, Ren Li transformed Letright into a top-tier Chinese player by embedding sustainability early - halting wooden umbrella production in 2001 and introducing Polywood in 2007 to reduce wood usage.
Under his leadership, Letright delivers innovative, energy-efficient products such as the Ombra Smart Pergola, which integrates energy-efficient technology to reduce carbon emissions.
Ren Li advocates for businesses to balance economic progress with environmental stewardship. He has consistently emphasised that companies should act as forces for good by addressing global challenges through innovation and sustainable practices. His leadership has positioned Letright Corporation as a trailblazer in sustainable outdoor living solutions while contributing to global efforts to reduce carbon emissions.
Moderator: Dr. Chong Yit Sean (Esther), Associate Professor in Management Department at Monash University Malaysia.
Emcee: Anne Edwards, Media Icon, Journalist, Master Trainer, Public Speaker
