SOL GLOBAL FORUM 2025
26th – 28th Sept 2025, HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM
Personal Mastery For Collective Impact
Held for the first time in Asia
A unique three-day learning & training event for leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, mentors and practitioners, committed to their next level of impact – Generating Connections and Actions Toward a Flourishing Future
Adam Kahane
Facilitating radical collaboration: helping leaders bridge differences to solve tough problems.
Don't miss this exclusive session!
In person, interactive half-day Session by Adam Kahane, globally renowned facilitator who will present learnings and practices from his latest book, EVERYDAY HABITS FOR TRANSFORMING SYSTEMS
About the event
Unlock The Future Of Leadership
When leaders commit to personal mastery and integrate the disciplines of organizational learning, they don’t just perform better — they transform the systems they serve.
We are living at an inflection point—a moment in history where the future is still open to be shaped. It is clear that the next chapter will demand more of us—not just new policies or technologies, but a profound evolution in how we lead, live, and relate to one another.
Our gathering 26 – 28 September 2025: Personal Mastery for Collective Impact – A Journey Toward Sustainable Futures, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam stands on the shoulders of giants.
It continues the 25-year legacy of the Society for Organizational Learning (SoL)—a global network co-founded by Peter Senge and other visionaries who introduced the world to systems thinking, learning organizations, and the integration of personal growth with institutional transformation.
We are convening a diverse community of pioneers, practitioners, and purpose-driven leaders along with committed changemakers and learners to explore together how deep personal mastery can unlock meaningful systems-level change. If that’s you, come join us.
Event Location
Pullman Saigon Hotel, 148 Tran Hung Dao Boulevard, District 1, 700000 Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Event Date
Friday 26 September to Sunday 28 September 2025
SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY
Deepen Your Mastery. Strengthen Your Impact.
Over three days in vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, this immersive program offers a powerful mix of panels, workshops, and peer dialogue to unlock insights and accelerate your next level of leadership, collaboration, and generation. This experience is enriched by a diverse team of facilitators and speakers, each bringing decades of practical insight, global influence, and pioneering thought leadership to the field of organizational learning. Some key takeaways will include:
✅ Gain research-backed insights into transformative leadership
✅ Co-create with next-generation leaders
✅ Learn systems tools to align teams and drive collaboration
Participants who complete all three days will receive a Certificate of Participation.
Amazing Thought Leaders & Facilitators
Inspiring Case Stories & Compelling Learnings
Follow Up Local Engagement
Global Community Access
OUR PANELLISTS AND FACILITATORS
Connecting To What Matters
SoL has always believed that change begins from within—and that the inner life of leaders directly shapes the systems we seek to transform. Since the publication of The Fifth Discipline in 1990, thousands of organizations and communities around the world—from global corporations to grassroots networks—have adopted the five disciplines to foster cultures of continuous learning for resilience and systems innovation.
In this SoL Global Forum 2025 we want to deep dive into Personal Mastery as a source of regeneration of peoples’ leadership within organizations and communities to effectively navigate today’s complexities and uncertainties while co-evolving and fulfilling the shared future that we all want.
An exciting line up of expert speakers, presenters, panellists and facilitators who will generously share their experience as well as creating the space for all of us to see new ways we can all lead ourselves and collaborate with others for collective impact.
Peter Senge
USA (live online)
Author of The Fifth Discipline, Peter is the founding father of systems thinking in organizations. His groundbreaking work has guided leaders in corporate, education, and civic systems to rethink how learning shapes the future. Peter will speak live online and share his experience and thoughts on Personal Mastery for Collective Impact.
Stephen Gianotti
USA
Stephen Gianotti, TEDx speaker, author, and entrepreneur, inspires global leaders with 30+ years of expertise in systems thinking, organizational learning, and coaching. Founder of The Woodland Group, he empowers professionals to unlock their potential, fostering creativity and transformation across 500 companies worldwide.
Adam Kahane
Canada
Known for his work on transformative facilitation, Adam has helped leaders across sectors navigate some of the world’s most complex change processes—from post-apartheid South Africa to multilateral climate initiatives.
Poorani Thanusha
VIETNAM
Poorani Thanusha catalyzes deep change through personal mastery and systems thinking. As a co-founder of Impact Velocity and principal consultant at Talent Leadership Crucible, she designs transformative journeys that awaken leadership, align purpose, and cultivate collective impact—empowering people and institutions to shape sustainable, regenerative futures with clarity and courage.
Alan AtKisson
SWEDEN (live online)
Alan AtKisson is a distinguished expert in sustainability and systemic change, with over three decades of experience. He has authored influential books, including "Believing Cassandra" and "Sustainability is for Everyone," and contributed significantly to systems-based organizational change literature. He currently resides in Stockholm, working on his final book in the “Optimist Trilogy.”
Cao Thi Ngoc Dung
Vietnam
Mdm. Cao Thi Ngoc Dung, Founder and Chairperson of Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ), is a trailblazing leader in Vietnam’s business landscape. Under her visionary guidance, PNJ has risen to become Vietnam’s leading jewelry brand and a top player in Asia. As Chairperson of the Ho Chi Minh City Association for Women Executives and Entrepreneurs (HAWEE), the SoL Global Forum 2025 local partner, she has championed initiatives that empower women to lead with purpose — fostering collaborative growth in Vietnam’s economic and social spheres.
Ramesh Ramachandra
VIETNAM
Ramesh Ramachandra , DBA, empowers leaders to transform from within. As founder of Talent Leadership Crucible, she catalyzes personal mastery and culture change to spark systemic impact. Her work bridges leadership, purpose, and sustainability—guiding organizations in Asia to thrive amid complexity with authenticity, resilience, and regenerative vision.
Patrick Bijman
Netherlands
Patrick Bijman, Chair of SOL Netherlands, champions transformative learning culture in organizations through “change from within.” Guided by his motto, “To realize your dream, you have to wake up,” he inspires individuals to make conscious choices and embrace self-reflection, fostering growth and innovation across communities and institutions.
Robert Steele
THAILAND
Robert Steele is a visionary sustainability leader with 27 years of experience across Asia. Founder of Systainability Asia and co-founder of Compass Education, he specializes in integrative planning, stakeholder engagement, and systems modeling, inspiring global progress through education, consultancy, and transformative environmental leadership.
Tara Kimbrell Cole
THAILAND
Tara Kimbrell Cole, M.A., is a leadership coach specializing in developing senior executives and high-potential leaders worldwide. A strategic thinker and cross-cultural expert, Tara empowers organizations through systemic solutions, fostering growth, resilience, and impactful change as a Board Member of the Global Association of Society for Organizational Learning Communities.
Peter Seah
Singapore
Peter Seah, President of the Society for Organizational Learning Singapore, is a transformational leader with 38 years of expertise in facilitating organizational growth. As an IAF CPF Master, Peter empowers teams and leaders globally through coaching, collaborative learning, and resilience-building, driving impactful conversations for lasting change.
Patricia Gianotti
USA
Patricia Gianotti , empowers healing through self-awareness and relational insight. A clinical psychologist and author, she integrates neuroscience and psychodynamic practice to guide individuals and professionals toward deeper authenticity and transformation. Her pioneering work cultivates emotional clarity, resilience, and the courage to connect with self and others.
Tebogo Mogaleemang
Botswana
Tebogo Mogaleemang, a visionary engineer and leader, harnesses AI at Spectrum Analytics to revolutionize infrastructure and data systems. With 16 years of expertise, he drives transformative projects globally, champions STEM education, and serves on national boards, fostering innovation and systemic change across industries and communities.
Guus Geisen
Netherlands
Guus Geisen inspires meaningful innovation in education through sustainable practices and visionary frameworks like "The school of the future." He works with schools worldwide, integrating leadership, curriculum, and community to foster impactful change, empowering learners and educators to collaborate and shape a brighter future.
Hoh Kim
South Korea
Hoh Kim, Ph.D., empowers leaders worldwide with over 25 years of expertise in insightful questioning, influence training, and team management. An acclaimed author and former Edelman Managing Director, he fosters transformation through his publications, certifications, and passion for woodworking, inspiring creativity and growth across continents..
Chris Freund
Vietnam
Chris Freund pioneers values-driven investing in Vietnam. As Founder of Mekong Capital, he empowers high-growth companies to lead with purpose, culture, and transformation. His work has reshaped Vietnam’s private equity landscape—fueling sustainable growth and nurturing a generation of impactful, conscious business leaders.
Tina Thao Tran
Vietnam
Tina is the Vice-Chairperson of the Board - Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company CEO - PNJ Jewelry Production and Trading Company.
Jimmy Pham
Vietnam
Jimmy Pham AM uplifts lives through purpose and empowerment. As founder of KOTO, he has transformed hospitality into a pathway for dignity and opportunity—empowering Vietnam’s marginalized youth through training, mentorship, and love. His visionary leadership continues to inspire inclusive growth and generational change across communities.
Nguyen Thu Hue
VIETNAM
Nguyen Thu Hue, Founder of Center for Marinelife Conservation and Community Development, champions marine conservation and coastal community development in Vietnam. A passionate lifelong learner and mentor, she has gained global recognition through prestigious leadership fellowships, blending innovation, sustainability, and empowerment to inspire others and create lasting impact worldwide.
Quang Nguyen
VIETNAM
As the former CEO and current Deputy Chairperson, his key role remains to steward the transformation of organizational culture from individual mindset to collective mindset to meet challenges and to create sustainable success. He is committed to 3Ps - People's Inner Development, Planet Renewal and Progress Sharing.
Nguyen Cong Niem
VIETNAM
Nguyen Cong Niem empowers Vietnamese leaders to thrive with purpose. As Deputy of CEO at F88, he champions leadership rooted in systemic thinking and values-based transformation, shaping resilient organizations ready for a fast-changing world.
Phung Truong
VIETNAM
With professional Montessori training, P Truong became one of the co-founders of Montessori education initiatives in Vietnam which is committed to holistic education of future generations.
Cao Thị Khánh Chi
Vietnam
As a professional CEO of a private, family run business, Cao Chi has acquired many critical experiences on the success factors to build trust and teamwork across the ecosystem of the industry. She is passionate in causing deeper connections between stakeholders to co-create a mutually beneficial environment for long term success.
Bel Villavicencio
Philippines
Bel is Action Researcher, Changemaker, Certified ExO Consultant, Facilitator of Learning sessions. She is an experienced Executive Director with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting industry. Skilled in Training and Facilitation, Organizational Learning and Development, Action Learning and Executive Coaching. Strong professional with a PhD (18 units) focused in Educational Management and Leadership from De La Salle University.
Kate Doré
Vietnam
Kate Doré, Service-Learning Coordinator at the United Nations International School in Hanoi, is a passionate educator with over 20 years of experience. Holding advanced degrees in education and sustainability, she empowers youth to become leaders for a just and sustainable world through innovative, place-based learning that fosters deep community connections.
Ranganayaki Thangavelu
Germany
PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
Exploring Together
At the heart of leading and sustaining collective change lies Personal Mastery—the practice of systems awareness, being on-purpose, and showing up fully and consistently for your self, others and the wider systems around. It’s the discipline of staying connected while navigating change with clarity and courage.
Each day we will journey through uncovering, connecting and learning; to engage with individuals and organizations that are already engaging or are ready to start engaging in Personal Mastery as the pivotal access to generate ways of living, working and socializing that bring wellbeing to every member and element of the system.
We kick off with welcome addresses by key business leader in Vietnam and Chairperson of HAWEE, Mdm Dung followed by Chairperson of Global SOL , Stephen Gianotti.
Our first panel takes us through real life applications with CEO and management insights on The Role of Personal Mastery inside Organizational Leadership what it takes to do that and how does it empower innovation, and collaboration. What are the trade-offs and risks? Is it worth it? Hear from Chris Freund from Mekong Capital, Ms Tina Thao from PNJ and Ms Tassinee Vajasthira from Abbra Group, moderated by Tara Kimbrell-Cole.
Having heard the panellists, we move to discuss a Singapore Management University Business School case study on a Vietnamese business, facilitated by co-author Dr Ramesh Ramachandra along with guest speakers, Mr Quang Nguyen and Ms Cao Thị Khánh Chi from VTHM.
The case study workshop is concluded with an introduction to co-organizer, Impact Velocity by Poorani Thanusha, Organizing Chairperson of the SOL Global Forum 2025, as well as a precursor to the live virtual talk by Peter Senge on Personal Mastery for Collective Impact, how the discipline of Personal Mastery has evolved over the last 35 years and its current and future relevance for Collective Impact.
We start this day with two concurrent workshops to choose facilitated by deep practitioners and long-time consultants: Co-authors Stephano Gionatti, Patricia Gionatti, and Hoh Kim will present their work on being a Self-Differentiated Leader, while Patrick Bijman and Guus Geisen from SOL Netherlands will share about the framework for Personal Mastery for Youth.
Then we all convene back for an exciting panel, moderated by Robert Steel, in discussion with Jimmy Pham from KOTO, Nguyen Thu Hue from Center for Marinelife Conservation and Community Development and Nguyen Cong Niem from f88 on the topic of Collective Impact For Communities; what does it take and how much does Personal Mastery shape impact at the level of communities?
We end day two with an interactive session with Adam Kahane, a master facilitator and global peace maker – futures strategist, who will utilize the framework of his latest book “Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems” to bring us to a collective clarity of action. His fireside chat with Stephen Gianotti is followed by Adam’s facilitation of the practices.
We begin the final day with two concurrent workshops – one session led by experienced Consultant and Coach Tara Kimbrell Cole covering Inner Saboteurs Toward Personal , through Positive Intelligence while the other session covering Personal Mastery with Sustainability Compass, Robert Steel from Compass Education and Kate Dore from UN International School Hanoi will share Discovering Inner Awareness Throuhg An Outer Compass Guide.
We convene for the last fireside discussion on Sustaining Change Through Learning – what do our cultures inform us about how we can cause collective change? What personal and community practices or values already exist that we can bring to the forefront with panellists Phung Truong from Montessorri Vietnam, Tebogo Mogaleemang from SOL Botswana and and T Ranganayaki from Potsdam University, Berlin.
A conference of this nature is committed to ending with a call for action, a commitment to what next. We will have a last Session to Design For Wiser Action on the concluding question: How do move forward with shared commitments? facilitated by Peter Seah, master facilitator , SOL Singapore chairperson.
By the time we conclude the session, you will have attended 9 enriching sessions that engage you (and your team) to be ready to cause the next level of collective actions for our flourishing future with specific shared projects for 2026 across communities.
We will have Alan AtKisson, retired Director of SIDA, give the Closing Address of SOL Global Forum 2025 where he will share what he sees ahead in Generating Connections and Actions Towards A Flourishing Future.
ABOUT PERSONAL MASTERY
REGISTRATION & FEES
This Is For You
Calling on leaders, changemakers, entrepreneurs, mentors, educators, innovators, facilitators and practitioners.
Join us on a journey that begins within and leads outward—to better teams, stronger organizations, and more sustainable communities.
Step in. Reflect deeply. Act wisely. Lead with mastery.
As a not-for-profit endeavour, our commitment is to keep the fees affordable and any surplus will go towards future activities organized by Global SoL as well as seed support the new Vietnam SoL Community’s activities.
For those of you travelling from overseas, please see here if you need to apply for a Vietnam E-visa https://evisa.gov.vn/.
Early Bird Fee
Extended till 30th May 2025
$450
$600
Non Refundable
50% Refundable before 1st August 2025
NOTE : Please contact us to register as group of 3 and more persons. solforum2025@impactvelocity.net
Full Fee
Closes on 31st August 2025
$900
Non Refundable
What's included?
Not included
- Full 3 Days Access
- Includes Lunch
- Adam Kahane's book Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems
- Travel
- Accommodation
- Other Incidental Expenses
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Pullman Saigon Hotel
148 Tran Hung Dao Boulevard, District 1, 700000 Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
The Venue
In The Heart Of Saigon
Situated in the bustling District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City, Pullman Saigon Hotel is just a 5-minute walk to Pham Ngu Lao area and a 10-minute walk to Ben Thanh Market as well as close to many other tourist attractions such as Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera House and Saigon River.
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