Day 1 unfolded in the stunning Alien Art Center, beginning with talks from corporate leaders across APAC that set the stage for reflection and dialogue. Participants then moved into creative, hands-on workshops before gathering around our signature networking dinner — an evening of conversation and inspiration at a long candlelit table.
For day 2, the program extended beyond the art center into two unique spaces for networking. One group sailed along Kaohsiung’s harbor, sharing drinks and stories against the backdrop of the sea. Another group gathered at HUTU, a tea sanctuary in Tainan, where the calm setting invited reflection and conversation. Together, these curated experiences reminded us that sustaining energy means engaging both body and mind, while finding strength in the connections we share.
Day 1: Ideas, Creativity, and Connection
Day 1 began with a warm welcome from Yi-Liang Chen, Deputy Director-General of the Kaohsiung Economic Development Bureau. Nelson Wen, Public Affairs Officer at AIT Kaohsiung Branch, then addressed the challenges women encounter in the workplace and emphasized allyship, the importance of listening not only to “what is said” but also to “what goes unsaid.”
Panel 1: Powering Our Planet
This panel brought together leaders from semiconductors and construction to explore how global companies are embedding sustainability into their operations. What united their voices was a conviction that sustainability is not a choice but a business imperative, and that real progress depends on collaboration across industries, governments, and even competitors.
Anna Tseng, who serves as Deputy Director of TSMC’s Green Manufacturing Department and Professor at National Chung-Hsing University, spoke about TSMC’s commitment to reaching net zero by 2050, highlighting innovations in carbon capture and storage and the company’s push to exceed 85 percent water reuse. She also reflected on her personal journey, noting that she came from an academic background and that joining TSMC required a different mindset — one that meant thinking on a larger scale, balancing theoretical thinking with practical constraints, and developing solutions that could work not just in principle but across global operations.
At Micron, Peggy Chen, Director of Smart Manufacturing and AI, explained that sustainability is built into fabs from the ground up, with smarter layouts that cut waste and systems that make water and energy use more efficient. She stressed that Micron is also encouraging its suppliers to meet higher sustainability standards, ensuring that progress extends beyond its own operations. AI, she added, now plays a crucial role in revealing inefficiencies, guiding predictive planning, and integrating renewable energy into production.
Denis Bacon, General Manager for Semiconductors at Bechtel, described how the company is cutting waste and improving resource efficiency in large-scale construction projects through green building methods. He explained that AI-driven sequencing is helping shorten construction timelines while reducing fuel, water, and material use. Bechtel sees sustainability not as an add-on but as the framework through which all infrastructure is envisioned and realized.
PANEL 2: Powering Her
“You should think of your energy as if it’s expensive, as if it’s a luxury item. Not everyone deserves it.” Opening with this Taylor Swift quote, moderator Christina framed a conversation on how leaders protect their energy in demanding lives, a theme that resonated strongly with the audience.
The panel brought together two remarkable leaders, both at defining moments in their professional and personal journey: Grace Wang, Vice President and General Manager of ASML Taiwan, and Viola Lin, Deputy Chairperson of Ørsted Taiwan and Head of Legal APAC for Ørsted Asia Pacific.
Grace recently stepped into her role at ASML Taiwan after more than two decades at Intel — a transition that demanded resilience and focus. Viola, meanwhile, is not only leading Ørsted’s legal strategy across Asia-Pacific but also helping shape Taiwan’s offshore wind industry as deputy chair of its association. Both are also mothers of two, making their reflections on energy and balance especially compelling.
Grace reflected on how priorities shift with life’s stages. With her two daughters now in college, she has found a renewed passion for directing her energy toward empowering people at ASML and across the semiconductor industry. What gives her the deepest sense of purpose, she explained, is nurturing others — mentoring younger engineers, encouraging colleagues, and creating space for people to realize their potential.
Looking back on her career, she noted that one of the most important lessons has been rethinking how she measures growth. In the early years, success meant chasing major milestones, but over time she realized that real progress is built in the smaller, quieter wins that accumulate day by day. “In my own journey, I’ve learned to celebrate small successes. They remind me that growth isn’t only measured in big milestones.” This shift in perspective, she added, has helped her sustain energy, avoid burnout, and lead with greater steadiness and balance.
Viola looked back on her early career as a lawyer, when boundaries were almost nonexistent and long hours seemed the only path to success. That mindset, she admitted, has shifted. With two young children now at the center of her life, she has learned to be deliberate about where her energy goes. With candour and humor, she shared how even something as simple as getting eyelash extensions has become a ritual of renewal, a reminder that noticing what recharges us, however small, is essential to sustaining energy over the long term.
These changes, she reflected, have also shaped the way she leads. Motherhood has made her more empathetic, more attuned to the struggles of others, and ultimately a stronger manager.
Speaking to the audience, she underlined that honoring one’s individuality is key to sustaining energy and doing meaningful work.“Stereotypes and outside expectations should never dictate who you are or what your role should be,” she said. “Instead, you can shape your role in a way that feels natural to you.”
Workshops and Art Tour
Shell We Create
After our Panel, we split into groups for workshops and an art tour. In Shell We Create, participants worked with eco-friendly Jesmonite to mold their own ocean-inspired plates. From pouring and shaping to adding the finishing touches, the session blended creativity with sustainability, producing one-of-a-kind designs to take home.
Sip Me Baby One More Time
Meanwhile, in Sip Me Baby One More Time, participants sipped sparkling probiotic drinks while exploring the connection between gut health, hormones, and stress. The workshop offered practical tools to feel calmer and clearer, leaving everyone refreshed and with new insights into how the body sustains balance.
Art Tour
Amid the day’s activities, the art tour became a quiet interlude, encouraging participants to slow down, wander the exhibition, and attune themselves to sight, sound, and presence. At the ALIEN Art Centre, we experienced two exhibitions: Celestial Eyes, where Jiro Kamata’s optical sculptures capture and refract light in unexpected ways, and Infinite Voyage, where Shao Yung-Tien merges art with AI, transforming handwritten letters into immersive, tech-driven experiences.
Networking Dinner
The evening unfolded at a long candlelit table inside the art museum, where flickering lights and shared plates of Taiwanese street food set a warm, vibrant tone. With wine pairings and conversation flowing, the night became more than a meal, sparking connections that will last well beyond the summit. A highlight of the dinner was the announcement of our lucky draw winner, who received an airline ticket to the US generously sponsored by United Airlines.
Day 2: Renewal by Sea and Tea
The second day of our summer summit offered two networking opportunities in very different settings. One group set out on a cruise along Kaohsiung’s coastline, sipping CharPard’s non-alcoholic drinks, taking in the sea air and the city’s shifting skyline. Others stepped into HUTU, a hidden tea sanctuary in Tainan, where antique wood and quiet greenery created a slower, more contemplative pace.
Together, these experiences showed that sustaining energy means engaging the whole self — the mind that learns, the body that experiences, and the spirit that thrives in connection. This sense of wholeness is what CAREhER seeks to cultivate through its curated experiences for women across APAC, and it was beautifully embodied in our 4th Summer Summit.
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