Clara Kwan is Chief Sustainability Officer at the Singapore Manufacturing Federation where she drives the advancement of sustainability strategies that align business ambition with recognised ESG standards. She works with companies across the region to embed ESG into core operations, strengthen assessments and chart strategic roadmaps for long-term resilience. With leadership experience spanning investment management, legal compliance and business operations, Clara has served in senior roles including COO, Head of Sustainability and Managing Director at a regional green power producer, and Global Head of Sustainability and Impact Investments at an international creative change firm. A recognised advocate for sustainable development and social impact, she contributes at board and advisory levels, guides organisations on governance, investment and ESG matters and mentors the next generation of leaders. Clara also shares her expertise as a lecturer in sustainability leadership and governance. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from NUS, an Executive MBA from Kellogg-HKUST and multiple professional certifications in ESG and sustainability standards.