About the conference
Theme: EcoXellence – Seeds of Impact
Join over 200 youth changemakers for a full-day eco-conscious movement designed to inspire action and spark collaboration.
Connect with visionary thought leaders, entrepreneurs and passionate peers as we explore how leadership, entrepreneurship, community and the environment come together to drive sustainable impact.
What You will Discover
Leadership
Learn how leaders plant the seeds of sustainable change — by shaping vision, building strategy, and rallying others into action.
Entrepreneurship
Explore how innovation, creativity, and purpose-driven ventures can transform sustainability challenges into game-changing opportunities.
Environment & Community
Understand the role of collective grassroots efforts and environmental stewardship in sustaining long-term impact.
Register now and grow with us!
Whether you're a student, activist, creative or curious mind, FLES 2025 is your space to connect, learn, and lead. Come plant your seed of impact and walk away with new tools, insights, and connections to make your sustainability journey count.
Date
21 June 2025 (Saturday)
Time
9 AM - 5 PM
Venue
GG08, Block G, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Early Bird Price
RM 15 for the first 75 seats!
Normal Price
RM 20 per pax
Conference Highlights
1
Keynote Address
“Sustainability Starts Here: The Seeds of EcoXellence”
By Distinguished Professor Tan Sri Dr Zakri Bin Abdul Hamid
2
Masterclass
“Malaysia’s Sustainability Landscape: Finding a Role That’s Just Right”
With Jonathan Dason
3
Panel Discussion
EcoXplore: Pathways to Sustainability
Featuring youth leaders and sustainability professionals sharing real-world journeys
4
Interactive Forum
Seeds of Change: Voices for Sustainability
Open mic-style dialogue on values, vision, and how youth can lead the movement
5
Sustainability Workshop
Engage in a practical sustainability session where ideas turn into action
6
Finalists Reveal
“Act Now: A Green Future Starts With You”
Top videos from the Sustainability Video Competition will be screened & celebrated!
meet our speakers
Distinguished Professor Tan Sri Dr Zakri Bin Abdul Hamid
Founding Director of the UCSI’s International Institute of Science Diplomacy and Sustainability
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Jonathan Dason
Manager of Sustainability Centre of Excellence, National Financial Institution
Dr. Renard Siew
Head of Corporate Sustainability, Yinson Holdings Berhad
Dr. Yasmin Rasyid
Founder, EcoKnights & General Manager of Sustainability, Sime Darby Property
Prakash Rao Sanasaya
Head of Corporate and Business Strategy, Gentari Malaysia
Thenmoli Segaran
Protégé, Climate Change & Reporting, SD Guthrie Berhad and Outreach Team Member, Youths United For Earth (YUFE)
Khairull Hafiz Ismail
Senior ESG Consultant, Wellkinetics & Manager, Sustainable Plantation Division, Bernard Business Consulting
Leong Sat Sing
Vice President of Group Sustainability Office, UCSI Group
programme schedule
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 8:30am | Participant Registration |
| 9:15am | Arrival of VIP & Guests |
| 9:30am | VIP & Guests Tour at Sustainability Marketplace |
| 10:00am |
Welcome by Oung Bing Heng Chief Director of Youth Beyond Boundaries |
| 10:05am |
Speech by Yang Berhahagia Professor Datuk Ir. Ts. Dr. Siti Hamisah Binti Tapsir UCSI Group CEO & UCSI University Vice-Chancellor |
| 10:15am |
Keynote Address "Sustainability Starts Here: The Seeds of EcoXellence" by Distinguished Professor Tan Sri Dr Zakri Bin Abdul Hamid Founding Director of the UCSI's International Institute of Science Diplomacy for Sustainability |
| 10:45am |
Announcement Of The Winners & Finalists For FLES 2025 Sustainability Video Competition + Award Ceremony |
| 11:00am |
Masterclass "Malaysia's Sustainability Landscape: Finding a Role that's Just Right" by Jonathan Dason, Manager of Sustainability Centre of Excellence, National Financial Institution |
| 11:45am |
EcoXplore: Pathways to Sustainability
|
| 12:45pm | Lunch Time & Sustainability Marketplace |
| 2:45pm |
Interactive Forum: Seeds of Change: Voices for Sustainability
|
| 3:30pm | Breakout Session: Sustainability Workshops |
| 3:45pm |
Workshop 1: "Building a Sustainable Future Through Social Entrepreneurship" by Mr Chun Wah Hoo - Founder & Managing Director GivingHub & NGOHub
Workshop 2: "Stay Afloat: Navigating Climate Change" by Ms Lyvia Chong - Founder, Wander Wild Enterprise Workshop 3: "Your Life, your footprint: A carbon workshop for everyday impact" by Ts. Fong Yit Meng, Director, i-kitar Digital Kitar Semula |
| 5:00pm |
Thank You speech by Lee Jose Win, Organizing Chairperson of FLES 2025 |
*The programme and invited speakers are subject to changes and the acceptance of the speakers.