COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, HONG KONG

Anasuya Sanyal is a former broadcast professional who was an Asia based reporter for Singapore's national broadcaster CNA for a decade. She was the channel's bureau chief based in Bangkok from 2006 to 2014 where she covered major political and economic news in the region. Her coverage highlights included the 2006 Thailand coup, the 2010 anti-government protests and interviews with several regional prime ministers. She has also hosted, written and produced several documentary series regarding issues facing India during the 2014 elections, the crises facing Myanmar's Rohingya people and another Myanmar series covering the country's emergence from isolation in 2010. She has also reported on stories such as the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, the Shangri-La Dialogues, the 2015 Nepal earthquake and was a field reporter for the Southeast Asian Games in 2015. Prior to her role at CNA, she was a production assistant at ABC News in New York City.

She was a speaker coach for 2023 & 2024’s TEDxTinHauWomen's event. 

Anasuya also has extensive experience in the corporate world as a risk consultant with a global investigations firm. Her focus has remained in Asia and she has worked across offices in Singapore, New Delhi and Hong Kong for global clients which include private equity and pension funds, energy and technology companies, manufacturers and NGOs. She has conducted hundreds of due diligence and business intelligence assignments, looking into whistleblower allegations and conducting investigative interviews. 

Anasuya was born in the US and has studied at Smith College, Dartmouth College and New York University. She speaks three languages and has lived in India, Italy, Thailand, Singapore and Hong Kong. She was a board member of the Foreign Correspondents' Club of Thailand and was its president from 2013 to 2014. She lives in Hong Kong with her husband and son.

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COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, HONG KONG

Karen Koh is a prominent figure in the world of broadcast media and is recognized by countless viewers and listeners across Asia. With a foundation in television news and current affairs, Karen has left her mark as an anchor and reporter for prestigious international media outlets, including BBC World, CNBC Asia, CNN International, STAR TV, Thomson Reuters, and WSJ Digital.

At the core of her impressive three-decade career, Karen has engaged with an array of individuals, from heads of state to corporate visionaries, through her insightful interviews. Beyond her on-screen presence, Karen empowers others with her expertise, offering media and presentation skills training to diverse clients across sectors such as finance, luxury goods, education, and social justice.

Her guidance extends even further, and she has developed and led courses for esteemed organizations like the Hong Kong Police, the Independent Commission Against Corruption, and renowned companies like Goldman Sachs, Richemont Group, and Swire Properties. She has nurtured the talents of print journalists from Thomson Reuters and WSJ, honing their live TV and video packaging skills, allowing her clients' narratives to come alive in captivating ways.

Karen is not only a skilled communicator but also an influential coach. Currently based in Hong Kong, she plays a vital role in the TedXTinHauWomen’s events, mentoring speakers on a spectrum of subjects, from the exploration of Mars to matters of mental well-being. Moreover, she takes her expertise to the realm of corporate radio and podcasting, masterminding engaging live and recorded audio content for her corporate clientele.

A versatile presence, Karen takes charge as an adept MC and moderator for diverse gatherings, including prominent events like the Asian Financial Forum, the Asian Logistics and Maritime Conference, and the Women’s Foundation Annual Gala. Additionally, she brings her expertise to intimate private events for clients in finance, luxury, and consulting.

Karen's impact goes beyond just the media. She actively contributes to the Hong Kong Foreign Correspondents Club's board and serves as a member of the Board of Directors for EngenderHealth, a Washington D.C.-based NGO specializing in global sexual reproductive health and rights. Hailing from Sydney, Australia, Karen pursued Economics at the University of Sydney and has traversed life across Australia, Singapore, London, and Hong Kong. She is a proud wife and mother of three sons and brings her passion for balance to the realm of fitness, holding certifications as a yoga and standup paddle board instructor.

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