Join us as we launch our day by broadening our understanding of how environmental stewardship and social equity can work hand-in-hand to transform our built environment. Be inspired by possibilities that emerge when we design with both planetary health and human flourishing in mind, highlighting the vast opportunities ahead for creating thriving, sustainable communities. Through an energizing exploration of innovation and collaboration, discover how to catalyze the positive change happening at the intersection of green building and inclusive development.

Speakers:

• Sarah Bader, Principal, Executive Director, Gensler Associates International Ltd

Join this dynamic session featuring influential leaders from IWBI, USGBC and GBJ who are driving the green and healthy buildings movement. Through candid conversations and case studies, panelists will share lessons learned, emerging trends and visionary strategies for creating buildings that are not only sustainable but also enhance well-being and business performance.

Moderator:

• Jack Noonan, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, IWBI
  
  

Speakers:

• Jessica Cooper, Chief Product Officer, IWBI

• Yasushi Kinoshita, Co-Chairperson of Green Building Japan and Representative Member for Eminence Partners G.K.

• Jing Wang, Vice President, North Asia, US Green Building Council

This session explores the critical intersection of urban planning and public health, highlighting how thoughtful city design interspersed with ample green spaces can lead to healthier, more resilient communities. Experts will discuss evidence-based strategies for incorporating parks, green infrastructure, walkable neighborhoods and sustainable transportation into urban development. Attendees will learn how these interventions can reduce pollution, promote physical activity, improve mental health and mitigate the effects of climate change; ultimately creating cities where people thrive.

Speakers:

• Hiromi Harada, Landscape Designer, Toho Leo

Speakers:

• Satoru Matsuda, Deputy General Manager, Air Conditioning Division, Daikin Industries, Ltd

Learn how enhanced investor engagement and reporting platforms like WELL and GRESB are shaping how the APAC real estate sector approaches ESG performance and long-term value creation. Hear from leading firms about how they are leveraging these frameworks to deliver measurable social impact and meet evolving investor expectations. This panel will explore the convergence of environmental, social and governance strategies with healthy, sustainable building practices, offering insights on how organizations can drive positive change through responsible and impactful initiatives.

Moderator:

• Yasushi Kinoshita, Co-Chairperson of Green Building Japan and Representative Member for Eminence Partners G.K.
  
  

Speakers:

• Ryuichi Horie, Founder & CEO, CSR Design

• Yoko Kawai, Lecturer at Yale School of Architecture and Co-Founder of Mirai Work Space

• Seiko Ikeda, Head of Real Estate, M&G Japan

• Hirokazu Miyazaki, GM of Solution Products Division at Mitsubishi UFJ Bank

This session delves into the pivotal role material selection plays in shaping the well-being of people and the planet. From building construction to product design, the materials we choose impact air quality, resource use, labor practices and community well-being. In this presentation, Todd Jarvis, Vice President of Global Resilient Flooring & Marketing at Shaw Industries, will examine frameworks and tools for evaluating material impacts across the supply chain, highlighting strategies that prioritize safe, ethically sourced and low-carbon options. Attendees will gain practical insights into making informed decisions that support healthy environments, social fairness and long-term sustainability.

Speakers:

• Todd Jarvis, Vice President, Global Resilient Flooring & Marketing, Shaw Industries

This session highlights the often-overlooked importance of indoor air quality (IAQ) in achieving both public health and environmental goals. With people spending the majority of their time indoors, the quality of indoor air directly affects respiratory health, cognitive function and overall performance. Experts will explore the sources of indoor pollutants as well as the ways that building materials and ventilation systems affect indoor air quality, energy efficiency and climate resilience. Attendees will learn how improving indoor air quality can contribute to occupant health, lower healthcare costs and more sustainable building operations.

Moderator:

• Jack Noonan, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, IWBI
  

Speakers:

• Dustin Jefferson Onghanseng, Co-Founder & CEO, uHoo

• Kirara Washida, Head of WELL & WELL Performance Verification, Woonerf Inc.

• Ryoko Komai, Manager, Air Conditioning Division, Daikin Industries, Ltd

in insights into project planning, certification management, client engagement and on-the-ground problem-solving through real-world stories and practical examples. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how these credentials are applied in practice and how they help drive measurable impact in building performance, occupant health.

Moderator:

• Siân Welch, Vice President, Partnerships & Events, IWBI
  
  

Speakers:

• Yuko Murata, Associate, LEED + WELL AP, Nikken Sekkei

Speakers:

• Yoko Kawai, Lecturer at Yale School of Architecture and Co-Founder of Mirai Work Space

In this session, a leading expert from Panasonic—an organization with deep expertise in human-centric lighting and energy-efficient technologies—shares insights on how thoughtfully designed lighting systems can support circadian health, enhance daily experiences and meet rigorous sustainability goals. Drawing from their role on the IWBI Light Advisory, the speaker will highlight how WELL and LEED frameworks can guide the integration of cutting-edge lighting strategies in buildings worldwide.

Speakers:

• Tatsukiyo Uchida, General Manager, Lighting Application Group, Panasonic Corporation

Discover how the WELL and LEED pathway can help projects seamlessly create high-performing buildings that lead on both environmental sustainability and human health. This session will showcase three compelling case studies from Japan, each highlighting unique approaches to achieving dual certification. Attendees will gain insight into practical strategies, challenges overcome and impactful outcomes. The session will also introduce key resources and tools designed to streamline the certification process and support attendees in applying this process to their own work.

Moderator:

• Jing Wang, Vice President, North Asia, US Green Building Council
  
  

Speakers:

• Jessica Cooper, Chief Product Officer, IWBI

• Jin Matsumoto, Head of Energy and Sustainability Services, JLL

• Takahiko Naruse, Tokyo Torch Development Division, Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.

• Sachiko Watanabe, WELL Consultant, Woonerf Inc.

Speakers:

• Jessica Cooper, Chief Product Officer, IWBI

• Yasushi Kinoshita, Co-Chairperson of Green Building Japan and Representative Member for Eminence Partners G.K.

• Andy To, Managing Director, North Asia, US Green Building Council

Speakers:

• Jessica Cooper, Chief Product Officer, IWBI

The WELL ecosystem has been growing and adapting to better serve the health and well-being needs of people and organizations around the world. Keep current on regional trends, new offerings and programmatic updates to learn how to efficiently and effectively engage with WELL programs to meet your organizational health goals.

Speakers:

• Nicole Alfonsin, Senior Strategic Account Manager, IWBI

Learn about the value of integrating health, well-being and social sustainability as core components to ESG strategy. Capitaland shares their approach to embedding social impact considerations throughout the real estate development lifecycle, from planning and design through operations. Discover how to deliver lasting positive impact for occupants and communities while driving business performance and attracting investors.

Moderator:

• Jack Noonan, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, IWBI

Speakers:

• Giovanni Cossu, Head of Sustainability, CapitaLand

Explore how centuries-old Japanese spatial concepts can inform and inspire modern workplace design. In this session, Yoko Kawai—architect, Yale University educator, and co-founder of Mirai Work Space Alliance—shares how mindfulness and nature-oriented design traditions can foster well-being in today’s technology-driven environments. Drawing on her deep expertise in Japanese architecture and her work creating “space for well-being,” this conversation offers a thoughtful lens on integrating cultural wisdom into the future of workspaces.

Speakers:

• Yoko Kawai, Lecturer at Yale School of Architecture and Co-Founder of Mirai Work Space

Discover how organizations are revolutionizing workplace culture by integrating health and well-being strategies into their building designs, organizational policies and operational frameworks. Learn how leading Japanese companies are prioritizing employee experience and recognizing that healthy workplaces directly impact productivity, talent retention and organizational resilience.

Speakers:

• Masaki Hori, General Manager, Real Estate Investment Department, The Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, Ltd.

• Yoshio Ohtsuki Facility Management Lead for Japan, Global Workplace & Enterprise Services (GWES), MSD K.K.

Panasonic Corporation and CBRE share insights and impacts of health and well-being strategies implemented within their spaces, showcasing their collaborative approach across their project lifecycles—from initial consulting and strategic planning through design implementation to performance measurement and outcomes assessment. Learn how this partnership has enhanced both organizations' well-being initiatives and created measurable impacts on occupant health and productivity.

Speakers:

• Hisashi Hara, Director, Well-Being Business Development, Solution Engineering Division, Electric Works Company, Panasonic Corporation

• Laurent Riteau, Director, CBRE K. K.

WELL for residential is the first and only holistic, third-party verified certification program to exclusively address health and well-being in all residence types. Discover how to effectively and efficiently apply the program in any home to support health at home. Learn practical insights about the certification process and explore actionable approaches for fostering health and well-being in your own residential projects and homes.

Moderator:

• Nicole Alfonsin, Senior Strategic Account Manager, IWBI

Speakers:

• Hajime Hongo, Mechanical Engineer, Shimizu Corporation

• Wataru Saito, Planning and Promotion Manager, ReBITA Co., Ltd. Residential Division

• Kana Mizutani, Senior Consultant, Woonerf Inc.

IWBI is committed to providing flexible, holistic and effective approaches for organizations to meet their diverse health and well-being goals. Maximize impact with a refocused approach that emphasizes honing your strategy, targeting customized initiatives and increasing ROI. Learn about enhanced metrics that allow for monitoring progress throughout each WELL journey Understand how WELL's data-driven insights help demonstrate measurable business impact while achieving meaningful improvements in employee health, productivity and organizational performance.

Moderator:

• Jack Noonan, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, IWBI

Speakers:

• Jessica Cooper, Chief Product Officer, IWBI

• Yasushi Kinoshita, Co-Chairperson of Green Building Japan and Representative Member for Eminence Partners G.K.