In Conjunction with Putrajaya Festival of Ideas (FOI)

Mr. Rob Smith

Rob is a seasoned industry advisor with over 20 years of experience leading transformation across the Education and Public Sector. As Director, Industry Advisor for Education, Rob works closely with national ministries, institutional leaders, and policy makers to shape forward-looking strategies that strengthen education systems, promote digital equity, and build institutional resilience. His deep regional expertise—particularly in Southeast Asia—combined with a practical understanding of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, enables him to guide leaders in navigating the evolving intersection of policy, pedagogy, and innovation. Rob is a trusted voice in engagements focused on modernizing education, fostering public-private collaboration, and unlocking the societal potential of technology.

Dr. Kartina Sury

Seasoned marketing and strategic business professional with 25+ years of experience in the banking & finance industry including the fintech based, building financial ecosystem for the underbanked and sharia segment. I am the advisory board member in the financial planning standard board, Asia Regional leader for customer experience professional association, Qualified Financial Coach and actively involved in MSME community development (Wiranesia). I am also a Senior Fellow and Research Committee. My areas of research are Digital Economy, Business Transformation, CX & Digital Innovation, Strategic Business & Marketing.