Theresa is the Co-Regional Managing Principal of Gensler’s Asia Pacific and Middle East (APME) region. Previously, she spent 28 years in Gensler’s DC office, seven of which she spent as Co-Managing Director of that office, working on some of the firm’s most complex international architecture and interior design projects. She is known for being a strategic advisor, leading client and consultant teams in tackling the challenges facing our cities across the globe. Theresa is a proponent of sustainable design and is adept at developing high-performance design solutions that use leading technology to reduce energy use and mitigate negative effects on the environment. A fellow of the AIA, Theresa’s portfolio spans notable international projects in the areas of hospitality, corporate headquarters and education, among others. Theresa serves as a member of Gensler’s Board of Directors and a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Urban Land Institute.
Speaking at
Tue 19 Nov
3:10 PM — 3:50 PM (GMT+07:00) Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta
Hilton Saigon, Saigon Ballroom, Level 5
Panel discussion: Sustainability & Resilience – Building Tomorrow’s Southeast Asian City: Resilience at the Forefront
In the face of increasing climate threats, the need for resilient urban development has never been greater. This session will explore how countries like Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand are enhancing and adapting their built environments to mitigate the worst risks of climate change. Our panel of experts will discuss innovative strategies to balance coastal development with climate resilience, ensuring economic growth does not come at the expense of our environment. We will also consider the critical question of how to make tourism infrastructure compatible with sustainable economic development. Can we really keep resilience and sustainability at the forefront of building tomorrow’s cities?
Wed 20 Nov
2:30 PM — 5:30 PM (GMT+07:00) Bangkok, Hanoi, Jakarta
Hilton Saigon, Saigon Ballroom, Level 5
Roundtable Discussion: Sustainability & Resilience Table 2 – Smart Planning to Create a Sustainable and Resilient Future
Smart Planning, Mobility and Community – how can we achieve these important and complementary goals in developing cities that deliver a more sustainable and resilient future?