Steven Okun is Founder and CEO of Singapore-based APAC Advisors, a public affairs consultancy working with clients on ESG, sustainability and stakeholder engagement. In addition, he serves as the ASEAN Representative for EMPEA and is a member of its global ESG community. Steve has lived and worked in Asia since 2003, most recently for KKR. As KKR’s first Director of Asia Public Affairs, Mr. Okun’s responsibilities encompassed government affairs, communications, stakeholder engagement and sustainability including KKR’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Prior to moving to Asia, Steven served in the Clinton Administration and is a graduate of the University of Virginia and University of Virginia School of Law.