GRACE DE CASTRO - BUNDE

Chief Empowerment Officer

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Grace De Castro-Bunde is a sought-after keynote presenter, inspirational speaker, and global leadership and team coach. She has a proven background in leadership development, culture transformation, and strategic advisory, and partners with organisations to align leadership, strengthen teams, and turn identity into a powerful driver of performance and sustainable results.

Known for her business acumen and human-centered insight, Grace creates high-impact experiences - from keynotes to coaching programs to LEGO® Serious Play® sessions - that shift mindsets and translate into actual business outcomes. Grounded in real life as a wife, mother, bonus parent, and “Mama G” to many, she brings a realness that challenges leaders to show up with courage, clarity, joy, and authenticity when it matters most.

Fun fact: Whether it’s BTS or Formula 1, Grace often draws inspiration from these world-class performers. This is because, at the highest levels, success is never accidental but something intentional and deeply personal.

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Leading in a Connected World: Bridging work preferences and optimizing efficiency in an AI-Accelerated Workplace
(Panel Session)

Hybrid work, digital collaboration, and generational shifts demand a new leadership mindset. Gain insights on leading diverse teams effectively in a connected, tech-enabled environment. In this panel session, learn how to:

• Learn how to bridge generational and work-style differences

• Operationalize organizational structure and leadership behaviors to drive trust and inclusion

• Lead inclusively in fast-paced, AI-enabled workplaces