CEO,
The Lumiere Consulting
Ailynn is a well-known thought leader in the Hospitality and Events space with 25 years successful track record in sales and marketing leadership roles. She has worked with renowned 5-star luxury hotels including Marina Bay Sands, Hilton and the Mandarin group.
Ailynn is highly regarded for her expertise in Sustainability and CSR and has actively participated as a guest speaker, moderator, and guest lecturer at both local and international events and universities where she shares valuable insights on Sustainability and DEI related topics.
Co-Managing Partner,
Kelvin & Frank Reid
Born in Malaysia, Frank Chen has spent the last 20 years in Singapore, where he developed his passion in interior design. With a diverse experience in the industry, he is fascinated by “avant-garde” concepts and believes in communicating his design vision in a clear, dynamic and creative way. By collaborating closely with clients, Frank is able to innovate and respond to changing business needs.
Principal,
Graphite Studio
A creative force in workplace design, Matilda Sung has dedicated her career to crafting multi-layered social and work environments. Believing that good design addresses both global challenges and personal needs, Matilda Sung aims to enrich the rhythm and routine of users’ lives through their projects.
Founder,
Fuel to Flourish
Elle Adda-Lane is an international performing artist, writer, producer, behavioral health coach, triathlete, and motivational speaker. She has spent the past 15 years touring stages in over 100 countries and 6 continents for various events, concerts, races, summits, organizations, and advocacies.
Associate Professor,
SUSS
Emily Ortega is an Associate Professor and Head of the Psychology programme at the School of Humanities & Behavioural Sciences, Singapore University of Social Sciences. Emily’s research area is in psychophysiology of optimal performance, focusing on heart rate variability. Another research interest is time use and quality of life. Currently, she is working on a 5-year panel study on time use and quality of life of Singaporeans.
Founder,
Flow Estate
Over the past 16 years, Mag has immersed herself in the world of fitness and wellness, weaving magic through brand communication. This fulfilling journey has been the outcome of aligning her path with a passion for making a positive impact on both fitness and mental wellbeing.
Founder & Managing Director,
Valternative
Valentina Doncevic is an entrepreneur within hospitality, finance, design, and real estate. Her focus is on establishing long-lasting partnerships with people, while delivering results of uncompromising quality, attention to detail, and tight controls on timelines.
Head of Branding & Communications,
NTT Data Singapore
Jean is a highly accomplished communications professional with over 20 years of experience in esteemed organizations such as IMDA, NTT DATA, MediaCorp, and the Singapore International Film Festival. She has a proven track record of driving publicity, engaging stakeholders, and fostering enduring relationships with collaborative partners.
Jean’s adaptability, extensive network of influential contacts, and outstanding public relations skills have led to remarkable accomplishments and earned her respect from senior executives and colleagues across diverse industries.
CoFounder / CEO,
V-Plus Agritech Pte Ltd
James is the CEO of V-Plus Agritech Pte Ltd. He saw climate change as a crisis that requires urgent action, and decided to step forward. He is scaling circular agriculture and is on the lookout for new opportunities to deliver environmental and social impact.
James is a Futures Fellow in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy Executive Education and adjunct lecturer in the Singapore Management University sustainability certificate programme. He is a member of the Singapore Institute of Directors and serves on the boards of a non-profit and MOE school.
Assistant Director of Research,
SG Her Empowerment
Natalie studies online harms and attitudes relating to the role of women at work, home and other spheres. Collectively, these projects inform public education and advocacy for a more safe and equal society for women and men alike.
Prior to SHE, she held research roles at the Ministry of Communications and Information, National Council of Social Service, Institute of Policy Studies and UNICEF.
Co-founder,
Women In Sports for Empowerment
Through WISME, Peggy has brought together a group of women leaders from various sectors of sports industry such as sports events management, sports properties, sports innovations and sports media.
Driven by a passion for sports and living a life of significance, Peggy believes in the power of sports to make a difference for everyone.
Founder,
Rockstar Fit
With 25 years of global consulting experience in media, travel, sports and wellness under her belt, Natalie aims to make the world a better place through storytelling. She is usually found travelling the world to create content, host events or consult on lifestyle projects.
Entrepreneur,
The Artists Inc
June Goh is essentially a single mum, Auteur in Hair, Makeup and Costume technology and an Entrepreneur, and she brings that same dedication to all segments of her life.
Now a successful entrepreneur and founder of The Artists Inc, June spends her time managing a team of talented MUAs and shares her skills, passion and experiences with ladies from all sectors, in hopes of lifting them up, both inside and out, through her novel skills training and use of makeup.
Director & Counsellor,
Harmony Counselling
Martin is a qualified counsellor based in Singapore and the Asian Pacific region since 1990. He has had multiple experiences of living in challenging conditions which few professional people can match, which has given him a high level of professionalism, cultural sensitivity & understanding, and an outlook on life which is both balanced and informed. He is passionate about working with individuals, couples & families to help them make the best use of their strengths and resources in order to improve their lives.
Private Dining Chef,
Snowcology
Wee Loon is a self-taught home chef who ran several private dining for events and corporate clients. He started cooking in 2017 when he received an amazing recipe book from Eleven Madison, a 3 Michelin-star restaurant in New York, and has never stopped since. He enjoys exploring recipes, recreating flavors, and incorporating his pets into every dish photography, as a way of creating memories.
Content and Partnerships Manager,
Media Clubroom
Dawn is a content producer who believes in the power of visual expression.
She finds purpose in telling human stories that can effect change and provoke thought, giving a voice to the voiceless and raising awareness for typically shunned issues.
Branding & Marketing Consultant,
Neu Entity
Imran Tahir is a brand strategist and marketing expert who helps founders cut through the noise and turn forgettable personal brands into magnetic ones. With his Anti-BS Marketing System, he ditches outdated strategies in favor of authenticity, strategic positioning, and powerful messaging.
Imran specializes in helping businesses refine their brand voice, maximize launch impact, and create content that commands attention. His no-fluff approach has helped entrepreneurs boost revenue and build brands that spark movements. If you’re ready to own your message and stand out, Imran is the partner to make it happen.
Vice President & Singapore Compliance Officer,
Marex
Honey is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in wealth management and compliance within the wealth management and capital markets sectors. She began her career as a banker with HSBC in Dubai, where she quickly built a reputation as a trusted financial advisor, providing clients with dedicated guidance and expertise.
Senior Lecturer,
Singapore Polytechnic
M Thiyagarajan (Rajan) is currently a Senior Lecturer in Singapore Polytechnic, in the Business & The Creatives Cluster, for over 20 years.
With a robust skill set that includes University Teaching, Higher Education, Academic Writing, Theory, E Learning and more, Rajan hopes to make an impact on peers and build lasting relationships.
Leadership Coach & Keynote Speaker
Kai has over 30 years of successful track record of building and leading teams in the shipping, logistics, corporate travel management as well as luxury beauty distribution sectors in Asia Pacific and Globally. Her vision is to facilitate growth by providing top-quality service, and she is very well-known for my passion for People Development and Corporate Social Responsibility
Founder & CEO,
Motion: For Impact
Juliana Mattar is a visionary business leader and founder of Motion: For Impact, where she pioneered a sensorial methodology that moves people into action through immersive experiences. With a background in media, theatre production, and events, she combines artistry and business acumen to lead Motion’s partnerships in content, events, and culture, inspiring authenticity, presence, and impact.
Executive Director,
Exordium Consulting Pte Ltd
Ivy Wong is an experienced Senior Director with a demonstrated history of working in the computer and network security industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Sales, Management, Marketing Communications Planning, and Business Development. Strong professional with a Bachelor of Commerce focused in IT Business · Communications · Marketing from The University of Western Australia.
Chief Growth Officer,
Trust Bank
Gloria, Chief Growth Officer at Trust Bank, led its rapid rise to over 400,000 customers within four months, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks. With 20+ years in banking, she’s passionate about innovation, driving growth, and delivering real-time customer experiences.
CEO,
Comexposium Asia Pacific
Elaine Chia, CEO of Asia Pacific at Comexposium APAC and a leadership development coach, has over 15 years of experience leading cross-cultural teams and driving growth through innovative strategies in the exhibitions industry. She is passionate about empowering individuals and businesses, combining her expertise in leadership, business development, and strategic alliances to deliver impactful and transformative results.
Founder and Creative Director,
Wolf and Byrd
As the founder of Wolf & Byrd, Bhajinder Kaur creates timeless pieces that empower women to embrace their individuality and narratives with confidence. She is a purpose-driven creative dedicated to weaving art, storytelling, and conscious design into every endeavour.
With a passion for sustainability, wellbeing, and women’s empowerment, her work is guided by a commitment to making a meaningful impact – blending artistry with purpose to inspire confidence and self-expression while championing a better world.
Founder,
What’s Your Story Slam
Anna Ong is a storytelling coach, speaker, and founder of What’s Your Story Slam, Singapore’s premier storytelling platform. With a background in banking and a transformative journey through improv and storytelling, she helps leaders, founders, and professionals craft compelling narratives that captivate audiences and drive influence.
Anna has trained thousands globally, working with Fortune 500 companies and executives to turn messages into movements. She believes that great ideas alone don’t win—great storytellers do. Through coaching, workshops, and events, she empowers individuals to own the room and make a lasting impact.
Leadership & Team Coach/Organization Development,
Soar Collective Asia
Adeline Tiah is a thought leader on the future of work with over 25 years of experience leading high-performance teams in telco and banking. She specialises in partnering with CEOs, CHROs, and leaders to build adaptive, high-trust cultures that thrive in the face of AI disruption, equipping them with the skills to drive innovation and lead for the future.
Psychotherapist & Coach
Qi Zhai-McCartney brings 20 years of experience in financial services, where she honed her expertise in financial services. Driven by her passion for understanding people, she transitioned into her second career as a Couples Therapist & Relationship Coach. Today, she specialises in helping professionals, leaders, and couples build better relationships.
Co-Founder & Creative Director,
GramVideos
As the co-Founder & Creative Director of Gram Videos, Jun Yi creates effective B2B video content for brands. With close to 20 decade’s expertise in the media industry, his growing list of satisfied clientele includes UOB, StashAway, Ogilvy & Mather, the Make-a-Wish Foundation, and the Ministry of Education (Singapore). His expertise lies in video marketing, where he has led & advised successful projects from corporate explainer videos, government comms, national TV programmes, social media campaigns, to brand ads.
Jun Yi is also building Cammunity – a Media-focused Community that provides a platform for media professionals and content creators to learn from each other and grow together as a creative family. He believes sparks can fly when great ideas meet excellent execution.
Executive Coach, Public Speaker, Author, and Chief Storyteller,
Institute for Greatness
Anthony Tse is a seasoned business leader, investor, and executive coach with a diverse global career spanning multiple industries and continents. As a professional director, private investor, and two-time entrepreneur, he brings deep expertise in corporate governance, leadership development, and business transformation. Anthony is passionate about guiding high-achieving professionals to embrace challenges, take calculated risks, and lead with authenticity.
Through his portfolio career, public speaking, and his book Breaking the Glass Ceiling – An Insider Memoir, he inspires others to break barriers, reinvent themselves, and pursue a life of purpose and fulfillment.
Head of Conference Production,
GovInsider
Idris Jonathan Cheetham is an accomplished leader, communicator, planner, optimiser and project manager across content and events, with 15 years of experience in creating successful business event portfolios and seven in a management role.
Magic Coach,
International Brotherhood of Magicians Ring 115
Carson Goh is a magician dedicated to bringing people together through the power of fun and storytelling. With a background in coaching, journalism, and performing arts, he blends magic with engaging narratives to captivate audiences of all ages. Carson conducts magic workshops, performs at events, and speaks on the role of fun in learning and connection, helping teams and families create meaningful experiences.
Co Founder & Director,
The Common Roof Pvt Ltd
As a former director of Digital Strategy and Client Engagement at Citibank, Meenakshi has led the client and advisor channels engagement, sales and client analytics for the global private banking business. With over 20 years of experience in the finance industry, She developed and executed innovative digital strategies that enhance client experience, operational efficiency, and business performance across the global Private banking business.
Managing Director,
28 Falcon Law Corporation
Waltson is a corporate lawyer with more than 8 years of post-qualification experience in mergers & acquisitions, corporate finance and investment funds transactions. He has also represented numerous leading multinational organizations on a broad spectrum of corporate, regulatory, cross-border restructuring and employment matters.
Professional Speaker,
Elite Performance Hub
Sakthivel Thevar is a dynamic and inspirational speaker with more than 25 years of experience as an Airborne Ranger, Financial Advisory Entrepreneur, and Ironman triathlete, dedicated to guiding professionals and leaders toward achieving ‘Elite Performance.’ His journey has equipped him with the knowledge and expertise to help others thrive under pressure and excel in competitive environments.
Founder & Managing Director,
Edenity
With over a decade of experience with SMEs in Southeast Asia, Eldred founded Edenity, with a mission to connect people through valued relationships. He is dedicated to empowering SME growth through lasting partnerships.
Before founding Edenity, Eldred led M&A at Abacus Capital, managing deals from start to finish. He began his career auditing SMEs at PwC Singapore and subsequently held a pivotal role in a Singapore-based sustainability-focused private equity firm, where he guided strategic expansion into Indonesia, the Philippines, and India.
Mindfulness Trainer & Coach,
Head Buyer Underwriting, Standard Chartered Bank,
Author, ‘Not So Tough’
Eric has 20+ years of experience as a risk management expert in the financial industry. During his life journey, he discovered the benefits of giving back through mindfulness work with inmates in prison as well as coaching for underprivileged women. It changed his perspective on many aspects of life. He is a free spirit with a strong drive to connect and evolve.
Mind Trainer & Relationship Coach,
Mindtology founder and Free Human Project co-founder
Candice Chaignat is a Mind Trainer and Relationship Coach passionate about empowering individuals to create profound connections – starting with themselves. Through the transformative power of hypnotherapy, NLP, Inner Child Integration, and relational skills, she guides people to unlock their inner potential and build strong, lasting bonds.
