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SUMMARY:SFDA Annual Marquee Event
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Singapore Land Tower\, Level 4 | 50 Raffles Place\, Singapore 048623Singapore \n\n\n \n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nThis event will bring together our Executive Committee members to share key membership updates and future plans for SFDA. The evening will also feature an engaging fireside chat with Jean Chia\, Global Chief Investment Officer at Bank of Singapore\, who will share her perspectives on navigating macro uncertainty\, long-term investment strategies\, and what it means to invest in an age of longevity. \nThe event will also act as a graduation ceremony for all our members who have completed our Certificate in Fund Governance in 2026 to date. We welcome those members to attend so we can celebrate their achievements. \nFeel free to bring along a friend\, colleague\, or plus-one who may be interested in SFDA! Please note that they will also need to register to secure their spot. \n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n16:30 – 17:00Registration \n17:00 – 17:05Opening AddressMartin O’Regan \n17:05 – 17:15Membership Committee Update Jon Robinson \n17:15 – 17:45Fireside Chat – Investing for the Long Term: Navigating Macro Uncertainty and Building Resilient Portfolios in an Age of Longevity Jean Chia and Nicolas HurasA fireside chat with Jean Chia\, Global Chief Investment Officer\, Bank of Singapore\, moderated by SFDA Director Nicolas Huras \n17:45 – 18:00Graduation Ceremony \n18:00 – 20:30Networking with Cocktails and Canapes \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nJean ChiaGlobal Chief Investment Officer at Bank of SingaporeLinkedIn \nJean is a Managing Director and Head of the Portfolio Management and Research Office responsible for Macroeconomics\, Investment Strategy\, FX\, Equity and Fixed Income Research\, Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM)\, among others. Jean has over two decades experience including at UBS and Allianz Global Investors and holds a Master’s Degree in Philosophy\, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nNicolas HurasManaging Partner at MiCa GroupLinkedIn \nNicolas Huras\, Managing Partner at MiCa Group\, advises on asset servicing\, fund structuring\, and value chain optimization. A former Senior Regional Director at a leading Swiss bank\, he has over 20 years of experience in finance\, a strong global network\, and involvement in multiple start-ups\, including the Swiss Venture Philanthropy Forum. Co-author of Circular Economy – New Solutions for a Better Tomorrow (2023)\, he holds an MBA\, a MIR\, and executive diplomas from Harvard\, Cambridge\, and INSEAD. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of Solas Fiduciary ServicesLinkedIn \nMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJon RobinsonManaging Director of Robinson ConsultingLinkedIn \nJon has a wide range of experience in the fund industry. He worked with investment consulting firms\, Mercer and WTW\, and was the first managing director for Vanguard Investments in the region. He serves as an independent director for investment funds\, including VCC’s\, and MAS regulated companies. His qualifications include being a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst and a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Directors.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/sfda-annual-marquee-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260520T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260520T180000
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SUMMARY:Post-Merger Integration Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Institute of Mergers\, Acquisitions & Alliances (IMAA) is hosting their annual Post-Merger Integration Conference (PMIC) 2026 which brings together senior executives\, dealmakers\, operators\, and advisors to address one of the most critical phases of M&A success: post-merger integration (PMI). SFDA has been invited to participate in this conference\, we have a panel discussion on corporate governance and its importance pre and post-merger. This conference would be very useful to our members in the private equity/VC space. \n\nDate: 20 May 2026\nTime: 8am to 6pm\n\nAs cross-border transactions continue to shape the APAC deal landscape\, effective integration has become the primary determinant of long-term value creation. This conference focuses on practical\, execution-driven insights tailored to the unique regulatory\, cultural\, and operational complexities of the Asia-Pacific region. \nThe vision is to be the definitive APAC forum for transforming M&A complexity into sustainable value\, empowering leaders to master the art of integration through robust governance and operational excellence. \nFor more information about the event\, please visit here.  \nExclusive for SFDA Members: Complimentary Tickets to PMIC 2026\nA limited number of ten (10) complimentary passes are available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Please submit your interest below:
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/post-merger-integration-conference-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260519T134500
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SUMMARY:Tokenisation – Practical Considerations for Fund Managers
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Walkers Singapore | 8 Marina View\, #35-06 Asia Square Tower 1\, Singapore 018960 \n\n\n \n \n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nVisit Website \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nPlease join the Singapore Fund Directors Association in collaboration with Walkers\, together with Greenberg Traurig\, and Apex Group\, for an informative and practical discussion on tokenisation\, focused on how institutional investors and fund managers can structure\, launch and manage strategies of tokenised funds in an evolving regulatory environment. \nThis session will explore key considerations across the lifecycle of a tokenised fund\, including legal and regulatory frameworks\, operational controls\, and the role of third‑party service providers in supporting secure and efficient workflows. \nSpeakers will share insights on current market and regulatory developments\, emerging best practices and strategic decision‑making\, helping attendees assess where and how they may wish to participate in this rapidly developing space. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n12:00 – 12:30Registration and Light Lunch \n12:30 – 13:30Panel Discussion Natalie Curtis\, Joshua Heng\, Tania Toh and Vincent Turcotte \n13:30 – 13:45Q&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nNatalie CurtisPartner\, Asia Head of Regulatory & Risk Advisory at WalkersLinkedIn \nNatalie leads Walkers’ Regulatory Risk & Advisory practice in Asia and the Middle East and is a member of Walkers’ Global Fintech Group. \nNatalie has extensive experience advising financial service providers\, investment funds\, and fintech and virtual asset service providers (VASP) on non-contentious and contentious regulatory matters. In the rapidly evolving fintech and virtual asset sectors in particular\, Natalie has worked with an impressive client roster spanning leading virtual asset trading platforms and technology companies to traditional financial institutions. Natalie’s experience in these sectors includes advising on establishing tokenised funds and virtual banks\, tokenised debt issuances\, payment and VASP licensing and registration\, compliance frameworks for VASPs\, token/coin/NFT generation events\, RWA tokenisation\, OTC crypto-derivative trading and app-based securities trading platforms. \nNatalie regularly interacts with key regulators and works closely with industry bodies to drive financial services and virtual asset regulatory reform and developments. Natalie is a member of AIMA’s Hong Kong Regulatory Committee and its Asia Digital Assets Working Group\, among other industry associations. She also regularly speaks at industry conferences on regulatory and virtual asset-related topics. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJoshua HengShareholder/ Partner at Greenberg TraurigLinkedIn \nJoshua Heng advises fund managers and their investment funds on formation and restructuring matters. He works with all types of retail and private funds\, including mutual funds\, unit trusts\, hedge funds\, fund of funds\, digital assets funds\, venture capital funds\, private equity funds\, ETFs\, and real estate funds. \nJoshua also provides guidance to fund managers and their investment funds in investor negotiations\, negotiating segregated managed account mandates and advising on cross border regulatory matters\, including licensing and registration considerations\, exemptions from licensing requirements\, marketing arrangements\, offering rules\, conduct of business obligations and regulatory reporting requirements. He also advises fund managers and other licensed and exempt entities in setting up in the region\, including on associated regulatory\, employment and immigration considerations. \nHe has launched tokenized funds and has represented global asset managers involved in tokenizing the Variable Capital Company (VCC) as part of the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s Project. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nTania TohPartner\, Investment Funds & Corporate at WalkersLinkedIn \nTania is a partner in Walkers’ Investment Funds and Corporate Group based in Singapore\, specialising in investment fund formation as well as corporate and capital markets transactions. \nTania regularly works with managers on the formation of private equity\, hedge and venture capital fund structures and the establishment of carry\, co-investment and alternative investment structures with a focus on managers based in Singapore\, Southeast Asia and Australia. Tania is a member of AIMA’s digital assets working group. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nVincent TurcotteDirector of Business Development at ApexLinkedIn \nVincent is the Director of Business Development for Apex Digital in Asia Pacific\, as well as Senior Advisor\, APAC for Chainlink labs. \nHe also serves as co-Chair of the FIX Digital Assets Committee. Vince has worked in various roles in the Digital Assets space since 2017\, focusing on Compliance SaaS\, market infrastructure\, and blockchain technology and applications. Prior to that\, he worked in Asia Pacific in listed derivatives and fixed income for Nomura\, Newedge\, UBS and J.P. Morgan. Vince’s passion is working to bridge traditional centralized market technology with the world of decentralized finance.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/tokenisation-practical-considerations-for-fund-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260429T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260429T190000
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SUMMARY:Fundraising in Private Wealth
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Linklaters | 2 Central Boulevard\, IOI Central Boulevard\, #28-01 West Tower\, Singapore 018916 \n\n\n \n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nWith the funds industry increasingly turning to private wealth sources of capital\, join our panel of experts as they take you through this important trend. Hear about governance and diligence required in overseeing this\, legal angles to keep in mind while marketing and documenting capital raising and how fund managers view this source of capital for growth and stability. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n16:30 – 17:00Registration and Networking \n17:00 – 18:00Panel Discussion Gita Advani\, Martin O’Regan\, Joel Seow\, Veiverne Yuen and Damayanti Shahani \n18:00 – 19:00Networking Drinks and Light Bites \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nGita AdvaniSenior Operational Due Diligence Analyst at Albourne \nLinkedIn Gita Advani is an Operational Due Diligence (ODD) Senior Analyst in Albourne Partners Singapore. She conducts ODD reviews on alternative asset managers across APAC. She started her career 15 years ago in audit in the Big 4. She graduated from the University of Southern California and is a CAIA charterholder. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nVeiverne YuenPartner at Blauwpark Partners \nLinkedIn Veiverne is an experienced investment manager whose experience spans institutional asset management\, private equity\, venture capital\, and mergers & acquisitions. Prior to BPP\, he has held roles at tryb Group\, GIC Pte Ltd\, Rabobank\, and the Monetary Authority of Singapore. He holds a MSc in Applied Finance from SMU\, and a MEng in Aeronautical Engineering from the University of Bristol. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJoel SeowInvestment Funds Partner\, Singapore at Linklaters \nWebsite Joel is a private investment funds lawyer with close to 20 years of experience in top-tier investment funds practices in London and Singapore. He has extensive experience advising sponsors in Asia on the establishment of private investment funds across various asset classes and jurisdictions\, with a particular focus on private equity\, private credit\, venture capital\, real estate\, infrastructure\, hedge and special situations funds. Joel has worked on various non-traditional private investment fund setups such as platform structures\, hybrid funds\, club deals and open-ended illiquid funds. He has also advised institutional and non-institutional LPs from Asia\, Europe and the US\, including sovereign wealth funds\, financial institutions\, pension funds\, corporations\, family offices and fund of funds\, on their investments into private funds. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDamayanti ShahaniManaging Director of Principium Consulting Pte Ltd \nLinkedIn Damayanti is a senior compliance professional\, entrepreneur and lawyer with more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public capital markets. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Principium\, a compliance consulting firm that provides regulatory compliance consulting support to the financial services industry particularly in the fund management arena. In the past\, Damayanti has worked at and held leadership roles at blue-chip consulting and law firms in Singapore\, New York and Mumbai\, in the capital markets service lines. In terms of qualifications\, Damayanti is a tri-qualified lawyer and holds a master’s in law from Georgetown University on the Dean’s List and with Distinction. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of Solas Fiduciary Services Pte Ltd \nLinkedIn Martin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/fundraising-in-private-wealth/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260428T160000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260428T170000
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SUMMARY:Webinar - Preparing for MAS Transition Guidelines for Asset Managers
DESCRIPTION:Organizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatter \nMatter is a Nordic-born fintech\, with presence in Hong Kong\, London and Copenhagen – providing sustainability data and advisory to power investment decision-making. \nwww.thisismatter.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nThe Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”) has released three sets of Guidelines on Environmental Risk Management – Transition Planning​ (“TPGs”) to strengthen how financial institutions (“FIs”) manage climate-related risks within their business models and investment portfolios. \nThe Guidelines set out the supervisory expectations of MAS for banks\, insurers\, fund managers and asset managers (collectively\, “FIs”) to manage the transition and physical risks they and their portfolios face from climate change. \nThe Guidelines build upon 2020 MAS Environmental Risk frameworks\, shifting the focus from high-level sustainability commitments to requiring the development of practical\, long-term transition plans. These plans proactively address climate-related risks across business strategy\, portfolios\, and governance. \nOur presenters from Matter will discuss the implications specifically for asset managers. \nJoin us to learn: \n\nWhat are the key requirements and how TPGs build upon the 2020 ERM Guidelines\nWhat your gap/risk assessment should cover\nTransition planning and portfolio alignment with MAS expectations\nLeveraging data to identify companies with credible transition pathways\n\nWebinar link will be emailed to you upon registration.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nGita AdvaniAsia Lead – Institutional Investors at Matter \nLinkedIn Leonie has over 16 years of experience in sustainable investment working as an advisor on portfolio integration and in-house at RS Group Asia LP where she launched Sustainable Finance Initiative Hong Kong. She was previously Head of Impact Investment at the Zoological Society of London launching the Rhino Impact Bond and Global Head of Sustainable Investment Consulting at Ogier LLP Hong Kong where she ran an advisory practice for institutional investors. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nLise PretoriusChief Sustainability Analysis Officer at Matter \nLinkedIn Lise is Chief Sustainability Analysis Officer at Matter\, a Nordic-born fintech\, with presence in Hong Kong\, London and Copenhagen. Here her work focuses on integrating multi-stakeholder and science-based data and frameworks into tech solutions for portfolio analysis\, with a focus on bringing these insights into investment decision-making. Prior to joining Matter\, Lise was Vice President at WWF’s Asia Sustainable Finance team based in Singapore where she supported financial institutions across the region with research and training on sustainable finance \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/webinar-preparing-for-mas-transition-guidelines-for-asset-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260423T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260423T180000
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SUMMARY:TSSAG x SFDA - Navigating the Asian Investment Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Singapore Cricket Club | Gilmour Room\, Connaught Drive A\, Singapore 179681 \n\n\n \n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nTSSAG and SFDA\, in continuation of their thought leadership series “Navigating the Asian Investment Landscape\,” are pleased to announce their Annual Conference to be on 23 April 2026. This half day post lunch event will feature expert panels on emerging opportunities within the Asia Middle East corridor\, investment funds\, and the changing scene in Asia\, and harnessing AI in Asia within financial services. We hope you can save the date for this event. Attendance is by invitation. More event details will be shared soon. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n14:00 – 14:30Registration and Networking Coffee/Tea \n14:30 – 14:35Welcome Address \n14:35 – 15:15Session 1 – The Asia-Middle East Corridor Martin O’Regan\, Valerie Mantot-Groene\, Shuai Lu and Shantanu MukerjiFollowing on from last year’s panel discussion\, the Asia-Middle East Corridor continues to attract attention and focus\, what are the latest developments? \nThis panel will delve into the emerging opportunities in the Middle East\, exploring opportunities for the potential set up by investors\, managers and service providers. \n15:15 – 16:00Session 2 – The Future of Capital Flows Mrugank Paranjape\, Thomas Scott-Barton\, Justin Christopher and Kai-Niklas SchneiderWith wealth transition\, geopolitical risk\, and democratisation of investing\, are we looking at a paradigm shift\, and are we ready? \nThis panel will examine the opportunities and challenges faced by fund sponsors to enhance evolving practices in the face of the new dynamics. \n16:00 – 16:30Coffee Break \n16:30 – 17:15Session 3 – Fortifying for the Future: AI in APAC’s Financial Sector Lawrence Au\, Hai Jade Fuan\, Boon Hiong Chan and Rajiv PremkumarIn 2026\, the financial sector will experience a transformative shift as advanced data strategies and AI reshape banking\, asset management\, insurance\, and FinTech. With AI set to automate over a third of manual processes\, efficiency gains will be substantial. \nThis panel will delve into scaled AI investment and corporate implementation\, featuring insights on regulation\, generative AI\, and security. \n17:25 – 17:30Concluding Remarks \n17:30 – 19:30Drinks and Canapes \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nLawrence AuFounder & CEO of The LaunchPad.Biz \nLinkedIn Lawrence Au served as Asia Pacific CEO at BNP Paribas Securities Services and Northern Trust for 16 years combined\, building their Asian operations from the ground up and providing strategic leadership to more than 2\,000 staff across eight countries. His industry contributions were honoured by Global Custodian’s “Industry Legend Award” (2023)\, Asia Asset Management’s “Lifetime Achievement Award” (2016)\, and the University of Queensland’s “Vice Chancellor Alumni Excellence Award” (2020). He has authored two books on the evolution of Asia’s financial industry—”Asia’s Financial Industry 1986–2016″ and “From Physical to Digital”— both held in university and public libraries worldwide. Since retiring from corporate life in 2018\, he has remained active as a consultant\, guest lecturer\, mentor\, and philanthropic supporter\, and serves on several advisory bodies including HKMA CMU’s Market Advisory Group. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nBoon Hiong ChanIndustry Applied Innovation Lead & Head APAC Market and Technology Advocacy\, Securities Services at Deutsche Bank \nLinkedIn \nBoon‑Hiong Chan leads Deutsche Bank’s Securities Market and Technology Advocacy and applied innovation in APAC\, with a focus on market structure\, post‑trade & funds\, digital assets and AI. \nWith over 20 years’ experience across public‑private sector engagement\, transformation and securities services\, he represents Deutsche Bank in industry forums including GFMA and ASIFMA\, and in initiatives such as MAS Project Guardian and Pathfin.AI. He has led DLT and AI initiatives recognised through five innovation awards in 2024–25 with Deutsche Bank named as co‑recipient. \nBased in Singapore\, he supports capital market modernisation across the region. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJustin ChristopherManaging Director\, Head of Asia at Calastone \nLinkedIn \nJustin is responsible for Calastone’s Asia business. \nJustin has over 20 years’ in the financial services industry extensively in the Operations\, Managed Funds and Funds Administration. His most recent roles include Chief Operating Officer at Link Fund Solutions (part of the Link Group)\, Managing Director\, Custody Services at One Investment Group and Head of Clearing\, Custody Services and Product for BNP Paribas Securities Services Australia and New Zealand. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nHai Jade FuanExecutive Director\, Head Product Commercialisation\, Financing & Securities Services of Standard Chartered \nLinkedIn \nHai Jade joined Standard Chartered Bank in 2012 and currently leads Product Commercialisation within the Financing and Securities Services business\, spanning new product development\, client solutioning\, strategic messaging\, and thought leadership. With over two decades of post-trade experience across Asia and Europe\, she brings a practitioner’s perspective on how emerging technologies\, particularly AI\, can enhance decision-making\, operational resilience\, and client outcomes within regulated financial markets. She also oversees the Market Insights function\, represents Standard Chartered on the ISSA operating committee\, and works closely with clients and market participants to translate trends in digital assets\, funds\, custody\, and post-trade infrastructure into commercially viable\, market-ready solutions. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nShuai LuSenior Executive Officer & Managing Director of Gordian Capital (DIFC) Limited \nLinkedIn \nShuai serves as the Senior Executive Officer and Managing Director of Gordian Capital (DIFC) Limited\, as well as the Chief Representative for Gordian Capital Limited Shanghai Representative Office. Prior to this\, he served as Gordian Capital’s Singapore based\, Head of Trading as well as the Responsible Officer of Gordian Capital Hong Kong Limited. Joining Gordian Capital as a graduate in 2011\, he has gained considerable experiences in operations\, risk management and trading\, executing trades in equity and\, derivative instruments\, across all Asian markets. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Statistics) from the National University of Singapore. Originally from Hangzhou\, China\, he is a Singapore citizen. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nValerie Mantot-GroeneRegional Head of Asia at APEX Group \nLinkedIn \nValerie is a Regional Head-ASIA at Apex Group\, with over 20 years of experience in leading alternative assets servicing teams across Europe\, Middle East\, and Asia. \nValerie has been an active contributor to the industry throughout her career\, serving on the board of various professional organizations and committees. Currently\, she is the Chair of the Association of Luxembourg Funds (ALFI) in Southeast Asia\, as well as member of the D&I committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) and the Singapore Venture Capital Association (SVCA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nShantanu MukerjiManaging Director of Gulf Capital \nLinkedIn \nShantanu is the Managing Director and head of Gulf Capital’s Singapore office\, a leading thematic alternative investment firm with over 18 years of experience in growth markets. He has been leading the firm’s private equity investments and portfolio growth activities in Asia since 2021. With over 20 years of experience\, he specializes in consumer and luxury industries\, having previously spent nearly a decade at L Catterton\, the world’s largest consumer-focused private equity group. There\, he handled investments\, value creation\, and divestments. He also held senior roles at renowned brands like LVMH Watch & Jewellery\, Zegna\, and Nike. Shantanu holds a B. Tech from IIT Delhi and an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad in India. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of Solas Fiduciary Services Pte Ltd \nLinkedIn \nMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMrugank ParanjapeManaging Partner at MCQube \nLinkedIn \nMrugank is a renowned expert and consultant in capital & commodities markets. He is the Non-Executive Independent Director on the Board of the State Bank of India & Oracle Financial Software Services\, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Sewa International. Prior to this\, he held leadership and senior roles in NCDEX eMarkets Private Limited\, Multi Commodity Exchange of India\, and Deutsche Bank. He was awarded the “Custodian Banker of the Year” (2012) by Asian Investor. Mrugank is an alumnus of IIT Mumbai (B Tech\, Electrical Engineering) and IIM Ahmedabad (PGDM with Specialization in Information Systems). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nRajiv PremkumarCEO of Curia Regis \nRajiv Premkumar is the CEO of Curia Regis\, Board Member of the Association of Cryptocurrency Startups and Enterprises Singapore (ACCESS) and Chair of the ACCESS Digital Asset Management Subcommittee (ADAMS). He is a regulatory compliance specialist and legal professional focused on financial services\, digital assets\, and institutional market infrastructure. \nWith extensive experience in regulatory compliance\, he has worked across the industry and in multiple jurisidictions\, bringing together his deep local and global exposure. He played a key role in building out Singapore’s Payment Services requirements by securing Singapore’s first crypto-exchange license. Rajiv and his team engage with industry stakeholders on innovation\, data\, and technology to advance automation and institutionalization in digital asset management\, and have been actively involved in the delineation of AI use within financial markets. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nKai-Niklas SchneiderPartner at Clifford Chance \nLinkedIn \nKai-Niklas Schneider is a Partner in the Singapore office and a member of the APAC Private Funds Group. He is a US-qualified lawyer with over 20 years of specialist experience in the funds sector and advises clients on the formation of and investment in a wide variety of private equity funds\, real estate funds\, infrastructure funds and credit funds. He also counsels clients on co-investments\, secondaries and spin outs. \nKai is the co-chair of the Executive Committee of the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG)\, a public-private partnership between the MAS and the funds industry. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nThomas Scott-BartonAPAC Chief Operating Officer at Jain Global (Singapore) \nLinkedIn \nThomas Scott Barton is APAC COO of Jain Global with over two decades of hedge fund experience\, beginning his career at Tudor and later founding global macro and digital asset funds in Singapore. He is a member of AIMA’s Global Council (since September 2022) and Chair of the AIMA Singapore Executive Committee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/tssag-x-sfda-navigating-the-asian-investment-landscape/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260422T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260422T103000
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SUMMARY:Briefing on Fund Closures – Monetising Future Class Action Claims Today
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Singapore Land Tower\, Level 4 | 50 Raffles Place\, Singapore 048623Singapore \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nSingapore Fund Directors’ Association (SFDA) is pleased to invite you to our exclusive Breakfast Insights with Financial Recovery Technologies’ APAC Vice President & Managing Director\, Sean Cookson. The exclusive session will cover a Pan-Asia Securities Litigation Overview in the main jurisdictions in the region and importantly\, what fund managers and directors need to know. Sean will cover trends\, issues\, risks and major cases across China\, Japan\, Australia and most recently in Hong Kong. He’ll also be covering how closing funds with FRT’s help can monetise unrealised future class actions claims today\, which will help with the cost of liquidations and winding up of funds. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n08:30 – 09:00Registration and Breakfast  \n09:00 – 10:00Presentation and Q&A Sean Cookson \n10:00 – 10:30Wrap-Up\, Networking\, Light Refreshments \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nSean CooksonVice President and Managing Director – APAC of Financial Recovery Technologies \nLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/briefing-on-fund-closures-monetising-future-class-action-claims-today/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260319T183000
DTSTAMP:20260226T121901Z
CREATED:20260217T142631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T121901Z
UID:4136-1773941400-1773945000@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:SFDA International Women’s Day 2026 | Give to Gain
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Sundaram Tagore Gallery | 5 Lock Road\, 01-05\, Gillman Barracks\, Singapore 108933 \n\n\n \n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat if giving time\, sponsorship\, opportunity\, and advocacy were recognised not as a trade-off\, but as a strategic advantage in the asset management industry? \nTo mark International Women’s Day 2026\, SFDA\, in partnership with Sundaram Tagore Gallery is convening a panel of senior leaders from the asset management industry to discuss “Give to Gain”\, how inclusive leadership\, diversity-driven governance\, and intentional investment in people create stronger organisations and better long-term outcomes on Thursday\, 19 March at Sundaram Tagore Gallery. A Gallery Tour and Drinks will follow the panel discussion. \nThis conversation will challenge traditional assumptions\, share real-world experiences\, and highlight practical actions leaders can take to turn commitment into impact because when we give with purpose\, everyone gains. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n17:00 – 17:30Registration \n17:30 – 18:30Panel Discussion Hoda Abou-Jamra\, Emma Ooi\, Georgette Tan\, Sherry Wong and Ming Eng \n18:30 – 19:30Drinks and Tour of Sundaram Tagore Gallery \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nHoda Abou-JamraCo-Founder and Managing Partner of TVM Capital Healthcare \nLinkedIn Hoda Abou-Jamra is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of TVM Capital Healthcare\, based in Singapore. She played a pivotal role in establishing the firm’s presence in the Middle East in 2007\, launching one of the first healthcare-focused private equity platforms in the MENA region. Recognising similar structural opportunities in Asia\, she later expanded the business to Singapore\, advancing access to high-quality\, affordable specialty healthcare across Southeast Asia and leading the first close of the TVM Healthcare Southeast Asia Fund in 2025. Her cross-border experience across the U.S.\, Europe\, the Middle East\, and Southeast Asia has shaped TVM Capital Healthcare into a leading emerging markets investor with a dual mandate of strong commercial value creation and measurable social impact. \nHoda serves on the boards of Manzil Healthcare Services (UAE) and Amecath Medical Technologies\, and is Chairperson of Alina Vision in Vietnam. She is also a Board Member of 2X Global\, leading TVM’s commitment to the 2X Challenge to advance gender-smart investing. A strong advocate for women’s leadership\, she co-founded and served as founding Chair of the 30% Club MENA and contributes actively to global healthcare and women’s networks. In 2025\, she was named one of the “Top 15 Women Leaders in the Middle East” by the Women Leaders Summit KSA and was appointed to the International Advisory Council of Mass General Brigham (Boston). She holds a degree from Northeastern University’s Bouvé College of Health Sciences\, School of Pharmacy. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMing EngManaging Partner at Granite Asia \nLinkedIn Ming Eng is a Managing Partner at Granite Asia. Based in Singapore\, she leads its credit solutions offerings. With 20 years of Asia private credit and financial markets experience\, Ming was previously a Managing Partner at Orion Capital Asia\, where she led investment activities and co-managed the firm’s rebranding from Olympus Capital Asia Credit. Earlier\, she held senior roles at Macquarie Bank and VTB Capital and also worked at Goldman Sachs. Ming holds an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nEmma OoiManaging Director\, Development & Solutions of Azalea Investment Management \nLinkedIn Ms Emma Ooi is the Managing Director\, Development & Solutions at Azalea Investment Management Pte. Ltd. \nPrior to joining Azalea Group in 2015\, she was at Pavilion Capital where she was responsible for China private equity fund investments and direct co-investments and setting up the portfolio management systems. Before Pavilion Capital\, she was with Temasek’s China investment team where she covered private equity fund investment and direct investments in China. \nShe first joined Temasek in 2006\, and was part of the team that started Temasek’s operations in Shanghai and developed strategic relationships to establish Temasek’s footprint in the region. Ms Ooi holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Honours) degree from the National University of Singapore and an MBA from INSEAD. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nGeorgette TanBoard Member and Immediate Past President of United Women Singapore \nLinkedIn Georgette is Board Member and Immediate Past President of United Women Singapore\, an NGO advocating gender equality and women’s empowerment. Prior to her retirement\, she was Senior Vice President heading up Communications\, CSR and Corporate Reputation at MasterCard Asia Pacific. Her career included senior communications functions in both private and public sectors in Singapore and Hong Kong. \nShe currently serves on the boards of SHE (SG Her Empowerment)\, CHIJ Sanctuary for Children\, and is Co-Chair of BoardAgender\, and\, of the School Advisory Council of Alexander Primary School. \nGeorgette serves on the International Advisory Council of APCO Worldwide\, and also advises and mentors start-up ventures and social enterprises in the region\, headed by women entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nSherry WongHead of Client Initiatives at Fidelity International \nLinkedIn  \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/sfda-international-womens-day-2026-give-to-gain/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260311T120000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260217T144954Z
CREATED:20260217T141222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T144954Z
UID:4127-1773230400-1773237600@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:DIFC Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre | Raffles Place 50\, Singapore Land Tower\, Level 4\, Singapore 048623 \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us to discover why fund managers\, family offices\, and financial services providers from across the Asia Pacific are choosing the Dubai International Financial Centre. Our speakers will discuss the regulatory environment\, the key benefits of the centre\, and how efficient the setup process is. \nPlease RSVP by Thursday\, 26 February\, as seats are limited. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda (11 March 2026\, Wed)\n\n\n12:00 – 12:30Registration and Lunch  \n12:30 – 13:30DIFC Discussion Jonathan Beardall and Ortwin Gierhake (Moderator) \n13:30 – 14:00Networking \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nJonathan BeardallHead of Wealth & Asset Management) at Dubai International Financial Centre Authority \nLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n \nOrtwin Gierhake (Moderator)Head of Asia Prime Services Sales at Marex Prime Services \nLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/difc-luncheon/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20260310T110000
DTSTAMP:20260226T092214Z
CREATED:20260217T134853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T092214Z
UID:4121-1773133200-1773140400@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Cayman Closed-Ended Funds: Key Considerations for Singapore Managers
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre\, Singapore Land Tower | Raffles Place 50\, Level 4\, Singapore 048623 \n\n\n \n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover why the Cayman Islands remain a top choice jurisdiction for closed-ended funds. This session will explore the Cayman funds regime\, key statutes\, fund structures\, setup process\, and ongoing obligations — with practical insights tailored for Singapore-based managers and directors. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nWhy the Cayman Islands remain a leading jurisdiction for closed-ended funds.\nThe Cayman funds regime in the global context.\nA deep dive into the Private Funds Act and common closed-ended fund structures.\nOther relevant and ancillary legislation impacting Cayman closed-ended funds.\nThe process of setting up a Cayman closed-ended fund and the ongoing obligations involved.\nImportant considerations for directors overseeing Cayman closed-ended funds.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n09:00 – 09:30Registration and Light Refreshments  \n09:30 – 10:15Panel Discussion Christopher Page and Martin O’Regan (Moderator) \n10:15 – 10:30Q&A \n10:30 – 11:00Networking and Light Refreshments \n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nChristopher PageFounder of Paget Advisors Limited \nLinkedIn Christopher Page founded Paget Advisors Limited in 2025\, to offer professional independent non-executive director services\, particularly to offshore investment funds. He recently completed the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma and is an associate member of the Singapore Fund Directors Association. \nChris is a seasoned legal professional based in Hong Kong with over 25 years’ experience in offshore investment funds and corporate law. He worked as a senior funds lawyer at Conyers\, the offshore law firm\, from 2013 to 2025 in Hong Kong and Singapore\, advising Cayman Islands and BVI investment funds and related managers. Prior to that\, he worked as a funds lawyer in Conyers’ Bermuda office from 1999 to 2013\, and as in-house counsel for a Hong Kong based venture capital manager from 1995-1999. \nChris began his legal career in Scotland\, qualifying as a solicitor in 1994\, and holds a law degree from the University of Edinburgh. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’Regan (Moderator)Managing Director of Solas \nLinkedIn Martin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/cayman-closed-ended-funds-key-considerations-for-singapore-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251203T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251203T110000
DTSTAMP:20251112T030014Z
CREATED:20251112T021807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T030014Z
UID:4020-1764752400-1764759600@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Getting the SPV Right from Day One: Practical Insights for Fund Managers
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Singapore Land Tower\, Level 4 (Boardroom) | 50 Raffles Place\, Singapore 048623 \n\n\n \n\n\nSponsors and Partners\n\n\nOrganizer \n\n\n\n\n \nView website \n\n\n\n\n\n \nView website \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nWith M&A activity in Singapore and across Asia regaining momentum\, fund managers are actively reviewing the fund and holding structures (including use of SPVs) to hold assets\, execute add-ons and manage exits. Yet tax leakages\, weak governance and operational gaps can quietly compound if the SPV is not designed and stewarded well from the start. This interactive panel brings together practitioners across tax\, directorship\, corporate secretarial and accounting to share practical do’s and don’ts\, recent regulatory developments\, and real-world case studies. Expect candid discussion and actionable takeaways you can apply immediately to your SPV portfolios. \n\n\nWhy Attend:\n\n\n\nUnderstand the latest Singapore tax issues affecting SPVs\, including substance\, withholding tax\, treaty access and Section 10L.\nLearn how directors act as stewards and gatekeepers—what good oversight looks like and where things most often go wrong.\nSpot governance triggers before they cascade into regulatory non-compliance (ACRA filings\, minute books\, shareholder registers).\nTie accounting hygiene to tax and investor reporting to avoid surprises at audit\, financing or exit.\nBenchmark your current operating model across multiple SPVs and jurisdictions and identify quick wins to de-risk.\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\n\n\nPE\, VC\, credit\, real assets and family office managers using SPVs for acquisitions\, co-invests and warehousing.\nFund directors and independent directors serving on SPV boards.\nLegal\, tax\, finance and operations leads overseeing SPV portfolios.\nCorporate secretarial\, compliance and middle-office professionals supporting SPVs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n09:00 – 09:30Registration and Light Breakfast \n09:30 – 11:00Panel Discussion and Q&A Phakawee Borisov\, Yuneswaran Keraishnasamy\, Charles Lim\, Martin O’Regan and Trevina Talina \n1. Welcome & Framing \n2. Tax Structuring for SPVs\, presented by Trevina Talina \n3. Directors as Stewards and Gatekeepers\, presented by Martin O’Regan \n4. Corporate Secretarial & Governance\, presented by Phakawee Borisov \n5. Accounting and Operational Oversight\, presented by Yuneswaran Keraishnasamy \n6. Audience Q&A & Open Discussions \n*The event will be moderated by Charles Lim \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nPhakawee BorisovManager – Corporate Support Services\, Asset and Wealth Managed Services at PwCLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n \nYuneswaran KeraishnasamyPartner – Financial Services Assurance at PwCLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n \nCharles LimDeputy Head of Fund Office Support Services\, Asset and Wealth Managed Services at PwCLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of SolasLinkedIn \nMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nTrevina TalinaPartner – Financial Services Tax at PwCLinkedIn \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/getting-the-spv-right-from-day-one-practical-insights-for-fund-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251127T173000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251127T203000
DTSTAMP:20251112T030141Z
CREATED:20251112T024750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T030141Z
UID:4043-1764264600-1764275400@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:SFDA Members End of Year Gathering & Networking
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – IOI Central Boulevard Towers | 2 Central Blvd\, Level 32 & 40\, West Tower\, Singapore 018916 \n\n\n \n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe’re excited to announce that the SFDA year-end gathering and networking event is set to take place on Thursday\, 27 November 2025\, from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. \nIt’s a great opportunity for our members to come together at year’s end in an informal capacity and a chance for our chairman to update our members on activities over the year and highlight key events in the new year. \nThe event will also act as a graduation ceremony for all our members who completed our Certificate in Fund Governance over the last 6 months\, we welcome those members to attend so we can celebrate their achievements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n17:30 – 18:00Registration \n18:00 – 18:10Opening Address and Year in Review from SFDA Chairman \n18:10 – 18:15Graduation Ceremony \n18:15 – 20:30Networking (Free flow F&B) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/sfda-members-end-of-year-gathering-networking/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251112T170000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20251112T005819Z
CREATED:20251010T112158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T005819Z
UID:3933-1762966800-1762975800@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Global Fund Landscape: Cayman\, Dublin\, Luxembourg\, Australia & Singapore
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Rajah and Tann Singapore | 9 Straits View\, #07-07\, West Tower\, Marina One\, Singapore 018937 \n\n\n\nView Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors and Partners\n\n\nOrganizer  \n\n\n\n\n \nView website \n\n\n\n\n\n \nView website \n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nWith regulatory\, tax\, and operational considerations at the forefront\, fund managers and investors face a sophisticated landscape when selecting the right fund domicile. This panel will offer a balanced exploration of the world’s leading fund jurisdictions—including the Cayman Islands\, Dublin\, Luxembourg\, Australia\, and Singapore—unpacking the core features\, benefits\, and limitations of each. While established centres like Cayman and Luxembourg continue to attract global capital\, Singapore’s Variable Capital Company (VCC) regime is generating increasing interest for its innovative approach and regional connectivity. \nKey Discussion Points: \n\nComparative analysis of fund vehicles: operational flexibility\, regulatory environment\, and investor protection across major jurisdictions\nTax efficiency\, access to markets\, and structuring options: what sets each region apart?\nReal-world case studies: successes and challenges in launching and managing funds globally\nThe evolving role of Asia: How Singapore’s VCC is positioning itself amid traditional fund centres\nStrategic considerations for managers: aligning fund structure with investor needs and investment strategy\nFuture trends: What’s next for global fund domiciliation and regulatory convergence?\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n17:00 – 17:30Registration \n17:30 – 18:30Panel Discussion Valerie Mantot\, Linus Stigsby and Zixiang Sun \n18:30 – 19:30Networking \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nValerie MantotRegional Head of ASEAN at APEX Group \nLinkedIn \nValerie is a Regional Head-ASEAN at Apex Group\, with over 20 years of experience in leading alternative assets servicing teams across Europe\, Middle East\, and Asia.In her current role at Apex Group\, she also has a focus on driving ESG and D&I initiatives in APAC. \nValerie has been an active contributor to the industry throughout her career\, serving on the board of various professional organizations and committees. Currently\, she is the Chair of the Association of Luxembourg Funds (ALFI) in Southeast Asia\, as well as member of the D&I committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) and the Singapore Venture Capital Association (SVCA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nLinus StigsbyChief Executive Officer of WI Capital \nLinkedIn \nLinus Stigsby is the CEO of WICapital\, specialising in Private Equity growth investing in Southeast Asia and Australia. Linus has 20 years of private equity and venture capital experience across various industries and is a guest lecturer at NTU School of Business Singapore. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nZixiang SunPartner at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP \nWebsite \nZixiang is a Partner in Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP’s investment funds practice. He specialises in the formation of private funds pursuing a diverse range of strategies in the alternative investments space. Zixiang also regularly advises on the establishment of fund management businesses\, securities offerings and mergers and acquisitions involving licensed managers and fund portfolios. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/global-fund-landscape-cayman-dublin-luxembourg-australia-singapore/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251105T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251105T160000
DTSTAMP:20251017T084559Z
CREATED:20251015T072744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T084559Z
UID:3957-1762351200-1762358400@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Webinar - Ernst & Young's Annual Update on Accounting\, Regulatory and Tax
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\n\n\nDate: 5 November\, Wednesday\nTime: 2pm to 4pm\nVenue: Virtual\, meeting link will be sent to you after registration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe panel of EY speakers will bring you through recent updates on\n\n\n\nTax updates and trends for fund managers and funds in Singapore. Key insights of 1 year from implementation of revised 13O/U incentives\, transfer pricing updates and Sec 10L insights.\nAccounting matters impacting fund management business – upcoming standards on IFRS 18\, ACRA FSRP results etc.\nRegulatory updates – MAS’s initiative on Liquidity risk management\, quantitative data survey\, AML updates\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEY Speakers\n\n\n\nArmin Choksey\, Partner\, Financial Services Assurance – Wealth & Asset Management\nDesmond Wong\, Partner\, Financial Services Tax – Wealth & Asset Management\nCharles Parnell\, Partner\, Financial Services Tax\nWeimin Lim\, Associate Partner\, Financial Services – Regulatory\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/webinar-ernst-youngs-annual-update-on-accounting-regulatory-and-tax/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251009T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251009T103000
DTSTAMP:20250917T060035Z
CREATED:20250917T055840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T060035Z
UID:3911-1759998600-1760005800@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Fund Governance: Through the Lens of Compliance & Audits
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Capital Square\, Level 7\, Meeting Room 7A & 7B | 23 Church Street\, Singapore 04981\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nFund governance\, viewed through the lens of audit and compliance\, emphasizes more than oversight — it’s about ensuring accurate financial reporting\, strong internal controls\, adherence to regulations\, and effective risk management. These independent checks are pillars that safeguard investor confidence and demonstrate a fund’s commitment to transparency and accountability. By aligning governance with robust audit and compliance practices\, funds build resilience\, inspire trust\, and set themselves apart in today’s competitive landscape. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n08:30 – 09:00Registration and Light Breakfast \n09:00 – 09:45Panel Discussion Corina Quah\, Damayanti Shahani and Vivian Tay \n09:45 – 10:30Networking and Light Refreshments \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nCorina QuahDirector of Solas Fiduciary \nLinkedIn \nCorina Quah has joined Solas Fiduciary Services Pte. Ltd. to serve as an independent director on the boards of various hedge funds\, private equity and real estate funds\, investment management companies and related structures. \nPrior to joining Solas\, Corina has held several senior positions in the financial services industry in Singapore\, specialising in fund administration and corporate trusts. With more than 17 years’ experience\, her previous roles were with Equinoxe Alternative Investments Services\, Intertrust and Deutsche Bank AG. She also worked in similar roles at HSBC and was a manager of the REITS business at HSBC Institutional Trust Services Limited. \nCorina began her career as an accountant at The Financial Training Co (S) Pte. Ltd and she holds a Bachelor of Commerce\, specializing in Accountancy and Marketing (Merit) from the University of Wollongong. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDamayanti ShahaniManaging Director of Principium Consulting Pte Ltd \nLinkedIn \nDamayanti is a senior lawyer and compliance professional with more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public capital markets. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Principium\, a compliance consulting firm that provides regulatory compliance consulting support to the financial services industry particularly in the fund management arena. \nIn the past\, Damayanti has worked at and held leadership roles at blue-chip consulting and law firms in Singapore\, New York and Mumbai in the capital markets service lines. Damayanti has also worked at a regulator during her stint at the US SEC in Washington DC\, in the Division of Corporation Finance. \nShe is called to the bar in New York\, England & Wales and India and has a Master’s in Law (Securities & Financial Regulation) on the Dean’s List and with Distinction\, from Georgetown University in Washington DC. \nDamayanti sits on the Executive Committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA)\, where she leads the DEI sub-committee. She is also a member of the Singapore Impact Committee of 100 Women in Finance\, where she was Chair until recently. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nVivian TayAudit & Assurance Partner at Deloitte \nLinkedIn \nVivian has more than 15 years of professional experience with Deloitte Singapore and Luxembourg providing assurance and advisory services to clients in the financial services industry. She has extensive experience in the audits of multinationals\, local and state-owned companies in the investment management\, trust and banking industries\, as well as experience in the audit of investments funds and private equity funds under various accounting standards (i.e. IFRS and US GAAP). \nVivian has significant experience in regulatory compliance\, with extensive understanding of the Singapore regulatory reporting governance framework. Above her audit experience\, Vivian worked with regulators in conducting a thematic inspection and review of financial institutions\, covering capital market intermediaries\, financial advisors and trust companies. She also assisted in various Anti Money Laundering advisory projects and Tax Crime Risk advisory projects for banks\, capital market intermediaries and payment institutions. \nVivian has been actively involved in ESG assurance with a focus on sustainable reporting and sustainable finance\, where she has served multinational clients in the real estate sector. \nVivian is a member of the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/fund-governance-through-the-lens-of-compliance-audits/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250924T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250924T103000
DTSTAMP:20250917T054614Z
CREATED:20250901T093327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T054614Z
UID:3869-1758702600-1758709800@www.sfda.com.sg
SUMMARY:Cayman Hedge Funds: Benefits and Insights for Singapore Managers
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Singapore Land Tower\, Level 4 (Boardroom) | 50 Raffles Place\, Singapore 048623\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\nDiscover why the Cayman Islands remain a top choice jurisdiction for hedge funds. This session will explore the Cayman funds regime\, key statutes\, fund structures\, setup process\, and ongoing obligations — with practical insights tailored for Singapore-based managers and directors. \nParticipants will gain insights into: \n\nWhy the Cayman Islands remain a leading jurisdiction for hedge funds.\nThe Cayman funds regime in the global context.\nA dive into the Mutual Funds Act and common hedge fund structures.\nOther relevant and ancillary legislation impacting Cayman hedge funds.\nThe process of setting up a Cayman hedge fund and the ongoing obligations involved.\nImportant considerations for directors overseeing Cayman hedge funds.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n08:30 – 09:00Registration and Light Refreshments \n09:00 – 09:45Panel Discussion Christopher Page and Martin O’Regan (Moderator) \n09:45 – 10:00Q&A \n10:00 – 10:30Networking and Light Refreshments \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nChristopher PageFounder of Paget Advisors Limited \nWebsite \nChristopher Page founded Paget Advisors Limited in 2025\, to offer professional independent non-executive director services\, particularly to offshore investment funds. He recently completed the FT Non-Executive Director Diploma and is an associate member of the Singapore Fund Directors Association. \nChris is a seasoned legal professional based in Hong Kong with over 25 years’ experience in offshore investment funds and corporate law. He worked as a senior funds lawyer at Conyers\, the offshore law firm\, from 2013 to 2025 in Hong Kong and Singapore\, advising Cayman Islands and BVI investment funds and related managers. Prior to that\, he worked as a funds lawyer in Conyers’ Bermuda office from 1999 to 2013\, and as in-house counsel for a Hong Kong based venture capital manager from 1995-1999. \nChris began his legal career in Scotland\, qualifying as a solicitor in 1994\, and holds a law degree from the University of Edinburgh. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’Regan (Moderator)Managing Director of Solas \nLinkedIn \nMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA).
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/cayman-hedge-funds-benefits-and-insights-for-singapore-managers/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250917T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250917T103000
DTSTAMP:20250901T094925Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking Down the MAS Circular on Governance and Management of VCCs
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – Capital Square\, Level 7\, Meeting Room 7A & 7B | 23 Church St\, Singapore 049481\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView Map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn 26 June 2025\, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) issued Circular No. IID 04/2025 (Circular) on the governance and management of variable capital companies (VCCs). The Circular follows MAS’ thematic review conducted in 2024 and outlines key observations\, supervisory expectations\, and good practices for VCC managers. These learnings may also impact how VCC directors carry out their duties. \nMAS has clarified that while the Circular is premised on MAS’ observations in respect of VCCs\, the supervisory expectations are also relevant to other types of fund structures where applicable. \nThe main segments below highlight the main observations and expectations outlined in the Circular: \n\nMAS clarifies key supervisory expectations in respect of VCCs\, including custody arrangements and directorships\nMAS reiterates the need for VCC managers to carry out substantive fund management activity\nMAS expects VCCs to ensure compliance against key AML/CFT requirements and its directors to receive appropriate and regular training on ML/TF risk management\n\nOur panel will talk through their experience with VCCs and practical hands-on experience\, and feedback from the MAS and industry on the key points of the circular. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n08:30 – 09:00Registration and Light Refreshments \n09:00 – 09:45Panel Discussion Armin Choksey\, Emily Low\, Damayanti Shahani and Martin O’Regan (Moderator) \n09:45 – 10:00Q&A \n10:00 – 10:30Networking and Light Refreshments \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nArmin ChokseyExecutive Director\, Financial Services of Ernst & Young LLP \nLinkedIn \nArmin joined EY as an executive director at Ernst & Young LLP where he focuses on serving wealth and asset management clients with over 22 years of asset management industry experience under his belt. \nHe started his career in India then traveled across USA\, Luxembourg\, and now Singapore. One of his notable highlights include spending some time with the central bank and financial regulatory authority of Singapore working on VCC 2.0 and other regulation conceptualization. \nHis other areas of focus include market entry\, funds distribution strategies\, ODD\, responsible investments strategy and framework implementation\, target operating model\, policy initiatives\, performance measurement and verification\, product rationalization and operational efficiency. \nArmin has Chartered Accounting qualification in Canada\, United States of America and Singapore. He also has a diploma in business finance\, along with a few certifications such as Trustee administration\, ESG and GARP as part of his constant upskilling. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nEmily LowSenior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP \nLinkedIn \nEmily is a lawyer with over 20 years of experience advising fund managers on fund formation and regulatory matters. Her expertise spans multiple asset classes including private equity\, VC\, real estate and listed markets. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDamayanti ShahaniManaging Director of Principium Consulting Pte Ltd \nLinkedIn \nDamayanti is a senior lawyer and compliance professional with more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public capital markets. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Principium\, a compliance consulting firm that provides regulatory compliance consulting support to the financial services industry particularly in the fund management arena. \nIn the past\, Damayanti has worked at and held leadership roles at blue-chip consulting and law firms in Singapore\, New York and Mumbai in the capital markets service lines. Damayanti has also worked at a regulator during her stint at the US SEC in Washington DC\, in the Division of Corporation Finance. \nShe is called to the bar in New York\, England & Wales and India and has a Master’s in Law (Securities & Financial Regulation) on the Dean’s List and with Distinction\, from Georgetown University in Washington DC. \nDamayanti sits on the Executive Committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA)\, where she leads the DEI sub-committee. She is also a member of the Singapore Impact Committee of 100 Women in Finance\, where she was Chair until recently. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’Regan (Moderator)Managing Director of Solas \nLinkedIn \nMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA).
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/breaking-down-the-mas-circular-on-governance-and-management-of-vccs/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250527T083000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250527T100000
DTSTAMP:20250515T091658Z
CREATED:20250515T084637Z
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SUMMARY:Global Governance Trends: Implications for Directors
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP | 80 Raffles Place #33-00 UOB Plaza 1\, Singapore\, 048624\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nJoin us for an exclusive morning of thought leadership and networking\, where leading experts will discuss how emerging global governance trends are reshaping the future of directorship. \n\n\n\nIn today’s fast-evolving business environment\, directors must navigate increasing regulatory demands\, ESG accountability\, and digital disruption. Our panel will share actionable insights on what directors need to know — and how to prepare — for the governance challenges ahead. \n\n\n\nLight breakfast and refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\nAttendance is complimentary for SFDA members\, FT BDP alumni\, and invited guests. Space is limited. Early registration is recommended. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n08:30 – 09:00 Arrival\, Breakfast & Networking09:00 – 09:45Panel Discussion and Q&AElaine Cheung\, Alvin Chiang\, Emily Low and Martin O’Regan09:45 – 10:00Networking\, Event Close \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nElaine CheungIndependent Non-Executive Director; former Global CFO\, COO \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/elainejcheung/ \n\n\n\n\n\n \nAlvin ChiangManaging Director of Russell Reynolds Associates \nhttps://www.russellreynolds.com/en/people/consultant-directory/alvin-chiang \n\n\n\n\n\n \nEmily LowSenior Partner at Dentons Rodyk & Davidson LLP \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyeflowEmily is a lawyer with over 20 years of experience advising fund managers on fund formation and regulatory matters. Her expertise spans multiple asset classes including private equity\, VC\, real estate and listed markets. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of Solas Fiduciary Services \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/martinoreganMartin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors and Partners\n\n\n\nOrganizer\n\n\n\n\n\n    \nSingapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA)\nThe Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) is the leading organization representing fund directors\, advancing high standards of governance and best practice in Singapore. \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\nFinancial Times Board Director Programme\nThe Financial Times Board Director Programme (BDP) provides world-class board education and peer engagement for directors across the globe. \nwww.bdp.ft.com/
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/global-governance-trends-implications-for-directors/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250520T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250520T203000
DTSTAMP:20250429T130602Z
CREATED:20250429T105441Z
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SUMMARY:DEI in the Wake of US Executive Orders - Which One (T)rumps
DESCRIPTION:Venue: A Gallery\, 10 Raeburn Park\,  #01-13/21\, Block B\, Singapore 088702\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView map \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nA fireside chat discussing the implications on DEI initiatives in the wake of Trump 2.0 in Singapore and globally. A stimulating discussion in a beautiful gallery setting surrounded by artworks. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n18:00 – 18:30Registration \n18:30 – 19:15Fireside ChatJacqueline Chua\, Damayanti Shahani and Diana The \n19:15 – 20:30F&B\, Networking and Art Viewing \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nJacqueline ChuaMembership Chair\, Financial Women’s Association of Singapore & Working Committee Member\, CFA Institute DEI Code (Singapore) \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqchua Jacqueline is a multi-talented leader with deep expertise in the banking and non-profit sectors for close to 30 years. She has held frontline leadership roles in wealth management\, consumer banking\, and fund management at UBS\, RBS Coutts\, ABN AMRO\, Citibank\, and Allianz Global Investors. \nShe has over 20 years of volunteer experience focused on impactful social contributions to society by inspiring transformation and empowering countless women and young minds to embrace their potential boldly. Aside from being the past President of the FWA Singapore and ex-board member of SCWO\, she volunteers on several advisory boards\, including the CFA Institute DEI Code (Singapore)\, Singapore Changi Prisons Home Detention\, Catholic Junior College\, and Inspiring Girls Singapore. \nJacqueline graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration- RMIT and a Master of Science in Innovation and joins her daughter as a co-founder of an EdTech start-up. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDamayanti ShahaniFounder & Managing Director of Principium Consulting\, Singapore \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/damayanti-shahani-8152264 Damayanti is a senior lawyer and compliance professional with more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public capital markets. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Principium\, a compliance consulting firm that provides regulatory compliance consulting support to the financial services industry particularly in the fund management arena.  \nIn the past\, Damayanti has worked at and held leadership roles at blue-chip consulting and law firms in Singapore\, New York and Mumbai in the capital markets service lines. Damayanti has also worked at a regulator during her stint at the US SEC in Washington DC\, in the Division of Corporation Finance.  \nShe is called to the bar in New York\, England & Wales and India and has a Master’s in Law (Securities & Financial Regulation) on the Dean’s List and with Distinction\, from Georgetown University in Washington DC.  \nDamayanti sits on the Executive Committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA)\, where she leads the DEI sub-committee. She is also a member of the Singapore Impact Committee of 100 Women in Finance\, where she was Chair until recently. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDiana TheFounder and Managing Director of THE Legal Concierge LLC \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-the-hui-ling Diana is a well-established legal professional with over 25 years of experience in both the legal and financial services industries. She spent 16.5 years in-house as Chief Counsel across Asia-Pacific\, Middle East\, and Africa\, leading legal teams\, developing and implementing legal and ethical standards as well as managing legal risks in large financial institutions\, including Harmony Capital Partners\, an award-winning PE fund manager managing Asia-focused events-driven funds in the small and middle-market special opportunities\, Eastspring Investments\, a global asset management firm in Asia which is part of Prudential plc\, Aon\, a global financial services firm providing a broad range of risk\, retirement and health solutions and Tyme\, a multi-country digital banking group headquartered in Singapore. Sitting as a key executive member within the said financial institutions\, Diana was responsible for spearheading high-value projects and strategizing entry into key markets within APAC from a legal\, risk and governance perspective. With a proven track record in directing strategic vision and business operations\, Diana’s role within Aon pivoted from legal to business\, when she was appointed as its Director of Business Operations & Strategy for Asia in Retirement and Health Solutions.  \nDiana has been recognised amongst the most influential and innovative in-house counsels working in South-East Asia\, in an independent legal publication\, Legal 500’s GC Powerlist Southeast Asia 2017 within the Commercial and Professional Services sector and again for the second time in 2019\, within the Financials sector. \nDiana’s legal career started in private practice\, which spanned about 10 years before she went in-house. She started practice as a litigation lawyer for about 5.5 years\, before switching to corporate finance\, fund management\, banking and general corporate for another 5 years. \nTransforming the delivery of legal services\, Diana set up her own law firm in January 2024\, THE Legal Concierge. Diana\, through TLC\, operates within the complex environment of funds\, family offices\, fintechs and other financial services players. Diana’s areas of expertise are in funds\, financial services\, family offices and fintechs. \nDiana is a committee member of the DEI sub-committee within the Singapore Fund Directors Association. She is also a board member of several non-profit organisations include Science Centre Singapore and Equestrian Federation of Singapore.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/dei-in-the-wake-of-us-executive-orders-which-one-trumps/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250508T163000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250508T203000
DTSTAMP:20250429T130457Z
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SUMMARY:Marquee Event (Exclusive for SFDA Members)
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Executive Centre – One Raffles Quay\, Level 49\, Singapore 048583\n \nView map \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nThis event will be an insightful panel discussion featuring our Executive Committee members\, who will be sharing their perspectives on current industry trends and future plans for SFDA. \n\n\n\nThe event will also act as a graduation ceremony for all our members who completed our Certificate in Fund Governance over the last year\, we welcome those members to attend so we can celebrate their achievements. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n16:30 – 17:00 Registration \n17:00 – 17:10 Opening Address \n17:10 – 17:45Panel DiscussionSoek Khim Chang\, Nicolas Huras\, Emily Low\, Martin O’Regan\, Jon Robinson\, Damayanti Shahani and Mike Sim \n17:45 – 18:00Graduation Ceremony \n18:00 – 20:30Networking (Free flow F&B) \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nSoek Khim ChangFounder/Director of Katalyst V Consulting \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/khim/ Khim is the Founder of Katalyst V Consulting\, specializing in fund management advisory and business valuation. With over 25 years of experience in the asset management industry\, her expertise spans audit\, accounting\, investment\, dealing\, industry development and education. She has held roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers\, Bermuda Trust (HSBC)\, Arisaig Partners\, and Monetary Authority of Singapore\, gaining deep insights into operational excellence\, strategy and governance. A Chartered Accountant (Singapore) and an Accredited Director (SID)\, Khim serves as an Executive Committee member of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) and the Financial Women’s Association (FWA). She is also an adjunct lecturer at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) and Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)\, where she mentors and educates future finance professionals. She is passionate about strengthening governance standards\, fostering professional development\, and expanding the fund directorship ecosystem in Singapore. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nNicolas HurasManaging Partner at MiCa Group \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-huras Nicolas Huras\, Managing Partner at MiCa Group\, advises on asset servicing\, fund structuring\, and value chain optimization. A former Senior Regional Director at a leading Swiss bank\, he has over 20 years of experience in finance\, a strong global network\, and involvement in multiple start-ups\, including the Swiss Venture Philanthropy Forum. Co-author of Circular Economy – New Solutions for a Better Tomorrow (2023)\, he holds an MBA\, a MIR\, and executive diplomas from Harvard\, Cambridge\, and INSEAD. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nEmily LowManaging Partner at MiCa Group \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyeflow Emily is a lawyer with over 20 years of experience advising fund managers on fund formation and regulatory matters. Her expertise spans multiple asset classes including private equity\, VC\, real estate and listed markets. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganManaging Director of Solas Fiduciary Services \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/martinoregan Martin O’Regan is the founder and managing director of Solas\, providing a truly independent directorship service\, based in\, and privately owned in Asia. With over 25 years of experience in investments funds and other alternative investment vehicles\, Martin has held senior roles for Deutsche\, Citi\, Apex and UBS in Bermuda\, Dubai\, Cayman Islands\, Hong Kong\, and Singapore. Martin is licensed as a director with the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA). He is also Chairman of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA). He is an Executive Committee member of both the Singapore Funds Industry Group (SFIG) and Chinese Offshore Private Funds Association (COPFA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJon RobinsonManaging Director of Robinson Consulting \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jmerobinson Jon has a wide range of experience in the fund industry. He worked with investment consulting firms\, Mercer and WTW\, and was the first managing director for Vanguard Investments in the region. He serves as an independent director for investment funds\, including VCC’s\, and MAS regulated companies. His qualifications include being a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst and a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Directors. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDamayanti ShahaniManaging Director of Principium Consulting Pte Ltd \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/damayanti-shahani-8152264 Damayanti is a senior compliance professional\, entrepreneur and lawyer with more than 20 years of experience in both the private and public capital markets. She is the Founder and Managing Director of Principium\, a compliance consulting firm that provides regulatory compliance consulting support to the financial services industry particularly in the fund management arena. In the past\, Damayanti has worked at and held leadership roles at blue-chip consulting and law firms in Singapore\, New York and Mumbai\, in the capital markets service lines. In terms of qualifications\, Damayanti is a tri-qualified lawyer and holds a master’s in law from Georgetown University on the Dean’s List and with Distinction. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMike SimDirector of NGL Institute Pte Ltd \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/simmike Mike has 12 years in finance\, including founding and running a Singapore-based hedge fund (2017–2022). He led fund selection\, due diligence\, MAS licensing\, and key negotiations. He’s experienced in Cayman SPC and Singapore VCC setup\, management\, and wind-down.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/marquee-event-exclusive-for-sfda-members/
LOCATION:The Executive Centre\, One Raffles Quay\, Level 49\,\, 048583\, Singapore
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250416T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250416T180000
DTSTAMP:20250401T100600Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond SG60: Propelling Singapore Forward As A Trusted Financial Hub
DESCRIPTION:Sponsors and Partners\n         \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\nBusinesses today are facing new challenges brought about by geopolitical tensions and deteriorating trade relations. Climate change\, shifting social norms and technological advancements add to emerging risks. Regionally\, governments are taking steps to enhance their positioning\, with some like Japan and Korea embarking on ambitious corporate governance reforms. The Singapore government announced a budget that aims to comprehensively uplift Singapore and Singaporeans\, including a number of measures recommended by the MAS Review Group to inject vibrancy into Singapore’s equities market. As the nation commemorates SG60\, what lies ahead for Singapore? Will it come up tops as a trusted financial hub? Join this exclusive event jointly organised by CFA Society\, SFDA and SID exclusively for members of all three organisations. Seats are complimentary and limited. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n15:00 – 16:00 Registration \n16:00 – 16:05 Joint Opening Address by CFA Society\, SFDA\, and SID \n16:05 – 17:00 Panel Discussion & Opening Remarks by Sing Chiong Leong\, Deputy Managing Director\, Monetary Authority of Singapore Speakers: Sing Chiong Leong\, Martin O’Regan\, Neil Parekh and Cindy Tan (Moderator) \n17:00 – 18:00 Networking and Light Refreshments \n \n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\n\n\n \nSing Chiong LeongDeputy Managing Director Markets and Development Group of MAS \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMartin O’ReganChair at Singapore Fund Directors Association \n\n\n\n\n\n \nNeil ParekhMember at SID Governing Council \n\n\n\n\n\n \nCindy Tan (Moderator)Deputy President at CFA Society
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/beyond-sg60-propelling-singapore-forward-as-a-trusted-financial-hub/
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250408T140000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250408T190000
DTSTAMP:20250326T111457Z
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SUMMARY:SFDA & TSSAG: Navigating the Asian Investment Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Venue\nSingapore Cricket Club – Gilmour Room\nConnaught Drive\, Singapore 179681\nSingapore \n\n\n\nOrganisers \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nNavigating the Asian Investment Landscape \n\n\n\nAn exclusive industry thought-leadership exchange organised by The Securities Services Advisory Group (TSSAG) and the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) \n\n\n\nThe Securities Services Advisory Group (TSSAG)​ together with the Singapore Fund Directors Association Ltd (SFDA)​ are very pleased to invite you to a senior dialogue around topical securities and asset management industry themes at an afternoon event to be held at the Singapore Cricket Club​. \n\n\n\nTSSAG was formed to foster collaboration between consulting and other firms focused on the securities services and post trade arena enabling members to offer clients broader subject matter expertise and geographical reach and aligned to that\, to support thought leadership activity across our industry. SFDA\, established in 2020\, was formed with the mission to be Singapore’s premier body representing fund directors to foster long-term success through advocacy and standards-setting in corporate governance\, and professional development for fund directors. \n\n\n\nThis half day post lunch event will feature expert panels on emerging opportunities within the Asia Middle East corridor\, investment funds and the changing scene in Asia and harnessing AI in Asia within financial services. \n\n\n\nAttendance is by invitation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n14:00 – 14:30 Registration and Networking Coffee/TeaKick off the afternoon with an opportunity to network with peers. \n14:30 – 14:35Welcome AddressPresented by: Mr Roger Harrold\, Director\, Alfasec Advisers. \n14:35 – 15:15Session 1 – Emerging Opportunities: The Asia-Middle East CorridorSpeakers: Mathew Kathayanat\, Valérie Mantot – Groene\, Shantanu Mukerji and Mrugank Paranjape \nInfrastructure development and new energy transition in the Middle East are catalysing exciting business opportunities. Strategic partnerships between Asian and Middle Eastern stock exchanges\, business joint ventures\, offices set up by investors\, and new investment products are redefining cross-regional collaboration. \nThis panel will delve into the emerging opportunities in the Middle East\, exploring opportunities for collaboration and practical strategies to unlock the potentials. \nModerator: Mrugank Paranjape\, Managing Partner\, MCQube \nPanel:Mathew Kathayanat\, Regional Head of Product\, Securities Services\, Deutsche BankValérie Mantot – Groene\, Regional Managing Director\, Apex GroupShantanu Mukerji\, Managing Director\, Gulf Capital \n15:15 – 16:00Session 2 – Investment Funds: The changing scene in AsiaSpeakers: Dr Tom James\, Steve Knabl\, Jon Robinson and Paul Pak \nThe Asian fund industry is witnessing rapid changes driven by rising interest in private capital\, tokenized assets\, and cryptocurrencies\, alongside market instabilities and geopolitical tensions. New practices are evolving to meet these new challenges. \nThis panel will examine the opportunities and challenges faced by fund sponsors to enhance evolving practices in face of the new dynamics. \nModerator: Jon Robinson\, Managing Director\, Robinson Consulting \nPanel:Dr. Tom James\, Co-Founder – CEO / CIO – Tradeflow Capital Management Pte LtdSteve Knabl – Managing Partner\, Wealth Management AlliancePaul Pak\, PwC Asia Pacific Asset & Wealth Management Leader\, PwC \n16:00 – 16:30Coffee Break \n16:30 – 17:15Session 3 – Investment Technologies: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence in AsiaSpeakers: Lawrence Au\, Nitin Datta\, Donald McDonald and Rajiv Premkumar \nAsia’s financial services sector is embracing AI-powered tools like machine learning\, big data analytics\, and Generative AI to enhance efficiency and customer experience while staying ahead in a tech-driven world. \nThis panel will showcase some latest applications of artificial intelligence in Asia’s financial industry\, shedding light on the opportunities and challenges in integrating these exciting technologies. \nModerator: Lawrence Au\, Founder & CEO\, The LaunchPad.Biz \nPanel:Nitin Datta\, EY SG Technology Consulting Leader; Partner Data & Analytics\, Ernst & Young SolutionsDonald McDonald\, Head of Group Data Office\, OCBC BankRajiv Premkumar\, CEO\, Curia Regis \n17:25 – 17:30Concluding RemarksSpeakers: Jon Robinson \nPresented by: Jon Robinson\, Membership Committee of SFDA and Managing Director of Robinson Consulting \n17:30 – 19:30Drinks and Canapes \nWrap up the day with drinks and light bites\, while networking with peers in an informal setting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nLawrence AuFounder & CEO of The LaunchPad.Biz \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-au Lawrence is a recognised pioneer and thought-leader of Asia’s securities services industry\, who has spent 40 years at the forefront of the region’s financial sector development. He formerly served as Asia Pacific CEO at BNP Paribas Securities Services and Northern Trust for 16 years combined\, as well as senior roles at a number of global financial firms. He was honoured with prestigious awards including Global Custodian’s “Industry Legend Award” (2023) and Asia Asset Management’s “Lifetime Achievement Award” (2016)\, and has authored two books: “Asia’s Financial Industry 1986-2016” and “From Physical to Digital: Asia’s Securities Services Developments 1995-2021”. Lawrence is a member of TSSAG and SFDA. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nNitin DattaEY SG Technology Consulting Leader; Partner Data & Analytics at Ernst & Young Solutions \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nitin-datta-721243147 Nitin comes with 16+ years of Insurance and Banking solutions and consulting experience across multiple financial services giants like AIA\, Great Eastern\, NTUC Income\, Citibank\, SCB and Barclays. His strengths are in the field of health claims transformation\, risk and regulatory reporting\, advanced analytics solutions catering to turn-key program and change management of BFSI industries cutting across multiple functional lines. His interest lies in applying Thick data\, Deep data and AI for innovation in BFSI offering. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nRoger HarroldDirector of AlfaSec Advisors \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerharrold Roger Harrold (Director of AlfaSec Advisors) Roger Harrold Director of AlfaSec Advisors https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogerharrold Roger is a Singapore-based freelance consultant and Independent Director specializing in financial services. He advises regional head offices\, holding\, and operating companies on corporate governance\, sustainability\, regulatory licensing\, and business development. With extensive experience at Deutsche Bank and JP Morgan\, he has worked with major institutional and corporate clients on global transaction processing in payments\, securities\, and trade finance. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Banking and Finance and a member of the Securities and Investment Institute (UK)\, Roger brings deep industry expertise while maintaining a selective board portfolio to provide dedicated focus to his mandates. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDr Tom JamesCo-Founder – CEO / CIO of Tradeflow Capital Management Pte Ltd \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tgjamesTom James is the CEO\, CIO\, and co-founder of Trade Flow Funds\, a digital trade finance solution for bulk commodity transactions. He led the development of its USD fund in 2018 and Euro fund in 2020\, integrating risk management and scalable FinTech solutions. With 30+ years in trading\, investment management\, and commodity finance\, he advises governments and multinationals. He has served as a Senior Energy Advisor to the U.S. Department of Defense and sits on multiple advisory panels. A serial Commodity FinTech entrepreneur and published author of nine books\, Tom holds a PhD in commodity trading and risk management. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMathew KathayanatGlobal Head of Product Strategy & Client Solutions Securities Services at Deutsche Bank \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-kathayanat-mat-kat-9605b85Mathew has over 25 years’ experience in building scalable new digital and data businesses. Based in Singapore\, he is responsible for product development in support of client needs across Deutsche Bank’s Securities Services franchise globally. Prior to this\, he held senior roles at BNY Mellon and Citigroup. Mathew is a member of the International Securities Services Association’s (ISSA) Global Operating Committee\, a frequent speaker at industry events and securities market forums\, and a regular contributor to trade publications. He holds a post graduate diploma in Strategy & Innovation from University of Oxford and an MBA in Marketing & Systems. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nSteve KnablManaging Partner at Wealth Management Alliance \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-knabl-a38127With over 25 years in financial services\, including 15 years in Singapore and Hong Kong\, Steve specializes in trading\, alternative funds\, and wealth management. Previously\, as COO & Managing Partner at Swiss-Asia\, he developed the platform for wealth managers\, hedge funds and digital asset funds. Prior to moving to Asia\, he led the Trading & Treasury department at Swissquote Bank in Geneva for 9 years. A Swiss citizen\, Singapore PR and Hong Kong PR\, Steve holds a B.Sc. in Hospitality Management from EHL and studied at the University of Neuchâtel and IMD. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nValérie Mantot – GroeneRegional Managing Director of Apex Group \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/val%C3%A9rie-mantot-groene-34974b11Valerie is a Regional Head-ASEAN at Apex Group\, with over 20 years of experience in leading alternative assets servicing teams across Europe\, Middle East\, and Asia.In her current role at Apex Group\, she also has a focus on driving ESG and D&I initiatives in APAC. \nValerie has been an active contributor to the industry throughout her career\, serving on the board of various professional organizations and committees. Currently\, she is the Chair of the Association of Luxembourg Funds (ALFI) in Southeast Asia\, as well as member of the D&I committee of the Singapore Fund Directors Association (SFDA) and the Singapore Venture Capital Association (SVCA). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nDonald McDonaldHead of Group Data Office at OCBC Bank \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-macdonald-sgDonald is an industry veteran with 30 years of international experience in data analytics. Currently\, he heads OCBC Group’s Data Office across Asia\, providing support in Data Strategy\, Analytics Translation\, AI Lab\, and Data Engineering to drive value from OCBC’s data assets through Analytical and Generative AI to enhance revenue\, reduce costs\, mitigate risks\, and improve customer experiences. As the Analytics CoE\, he enables analytic teams across OCBC through development of next-generation analytics tools\, data strategy\, and literacy programs. Donald began his career in Data Mining at Standard Life\, provided consulting for PwC and IBM\, before spearheading OCBC’s data transformation. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nShantanu MukerjiManaging Director of Gulf Capital \n https://www.linkedin.com/in/shantanumukerjiShantanu is the Managing Director and head of Gulf Capital’s Singapore office\, a leading thematic alternative investment firm with over 18 years of experience in growth markets. He has been leading the firm’s private equity investments and portfolio growth activities in Asia since 2021. With over 20 years of experience\, he specializes in consumer and luxury industries\, having previously spent nearly a decade at L Catterton\, the world’s largest consumer-focused private equity group. There\, he handled investments\, value creation\, and divestments. He also held senior roles at renowned brands like LVMH Watch & Jewellery\, Zegna\, and Nike. Shantanu holds a B. Tech from IIT Delhi and an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad in India. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nPaul PakPartner\, Asia Pacific and Singapore Asset and Wealth Management Leader at PwC \n https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-pak-9a351316Paul is the Asia Pacific and Singapore Asset and Wealth Management Leader for PwC Singapore overseeing its firm-wide market strategy. He is also the Risk and Compliance Solutions Leader in PwC Singapore’s Asset and Wealth Managed Services business\, which specialises in providing regulatory compliance\, internal audit and risk solutions to asset and wealth managers\, family offices and funds. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nMrugank ParanjapeManaging Partner at MCQube \n https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrugank-paranjapeMrugank is a renowned expert and consultant in capital & commodities markets. He is the Non-Executive Independent Director on the Board of the State Bank of India & Oracle Financial Software Services\, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Sewa International. Prior to this\, he held leadership and senior roles in NCDEX eMarkets Private Limited\, Multi Commodity Exchange of India\, and Deutsche Bank. He was awarded the “Custodian Banker of the Year” (2012) by Asian Investor. Mrugank is an alumnus of IIT Mumbai (B Tech\, Electrical Engineering) and IIM Ahmedabad (PGDM with Specialization in Information Systems). \n\n\n\n\n\n \nRajiv PremkumarCEO of Curia Regis \n https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajiv-premkumar-b849826aRajiv is a qualified Barrister in England and Wales and an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya. With extensive experience in regulatory compliance\, he has worked on the buy side and in corporate and trust services with deep local and global exposure. He played a key role in securing Singapore’s first crypto-exchange license and later led Curia Regis\, a boutique compliance firm serving capital markets and web3/crypto sectors. As Chairman of Access Digital Management Subgroup\, Rajiv engages with industry stakeholders on innovation\, data\, and technology to advance automation and institutionalization in digital asset management. \n\n\n\n\n\n \nJon RobinsonManaging Director of Robinson Consulting \n https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmerobinsonJon has a wide range of experience in human resources\, remuneration\, governance\, financial services\, strategic planning and execution. This experience is supplemented by extensive knowledge of Asian markets\, business practices and cultures. Jon’s business interests include a robotic solar panel cleaning business and artificial intelligence powered recruiting technology. \nJon serves as an Independent Director for investment funds\, including two VCCs\, and Adansonia Fund Management Pte Ltd\, a private equity manager specialising in Africa. He is an Executive Committee member of SFDA and leads the membership committee. His qualifications include being a Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst and a Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Directors.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/sfda-tssag-navigating-the-asian-investment-landscape/
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SUMMARY:Integrating Legal and Regulatory Compliance\, Governance\, and Operational 
DESCRIPTION:Precision for New and Emerging Fund Managers During the Fund Formation Process \n\n\n\nWe would like to invite you to participate in the upcoming AWMS breakfast briefing – Blueprint for fund formation: Integrating legal\, regulatory compliance\, governance and operational precision.  \n\n\n\n\n\nVenue:  PwC Singapore\, Level 12\, 7 Straits View\, Marina One East Tower\, Singapore 018936 \n\n\n\nNavigating the complex fund formation process can be daunting for new and emerging fund managers. In light of this\, we are delighted to invite you to an exclusive and interactive panel discussion. \n\n\n\nThis session is essential for fund managers who aspire to build a robust foundation from the start. We will dive into the intricacies of fund formation\, discovering how to seamlessly integrate legal and regulatory compliance with fund governance and operational precision. Additionally\, we will explore the common pitfalls and pain points through real-life case studies. Join us to hear from representatives of PwC Singapore\, Rajah & Tann and Singapore Fund Directors Association\, as they share valuable insights and best practices to set your funds up for success. \n\n\n\nKindly RSVP by 26 March\, Wednesday \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\nSun Zixiang PartnerRajah & Tann Singapore LLP \n\nMartin O’ReganChairmanSingapore Fund Directors Association \n\nChang Soek KhimExcoSingapore Fund Directors Association \n\nCharles LimDeputy Head\, Fund Office Support ServicesPwC Singapore \n\nGhee Hoong KouDeputy Head\, Regulatory Compliance SolutionsPwC Singapore
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/integrating-legal-and-regulatory-compliance-governance-and-operational/
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SUMMARY:Insurance Liability Coverage For Fund Boards (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Event Details\n\n\n\nA core element of governance and risk transfer is understanding a Fund and its Directors liability landscape. \n\n\n\nOur presentation centres around identifying potential losses to the fund and the broader liability of Directors\, the funds\, and the managers. We look at the implication of Indemnities\, limitations\, and waivers of liability under contract by of Funds\, directors\, managers\, and counterparties together with an overview of current trends in fund related claims. \n\n\n\nBy building a detailed picture of issues that can lead to regulatory\, civil and criminal liability\, a director can form a perspective on what can be transferred to a Professional Indemnity\, Directors and officers\, Crime and Cyber liability insurance policy. \n\n\n\nEvent will be held online (Webinar) and the link to join the event will be sent to you after successful registration. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n09:00 – 09:45:\nPresentation and Sharing\nMartin Giggins \n\n\n\n09:45 – 10:15:\nQ&A \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n \nMartin Giggins\nExecutive Director and Head of Investment Management Industry Practice – Asia at Willis Towers Watson \n\nMartin is recognised as an industry leader in transferring the corporate and individual liability for the investment industry. With a wide range of clients spanning Hedge Funds\, Private Equity\, Venture Capitalists together the respective liability landscape for counterparties such as administrators\, lawyers\, accountants\, banks\, custodians etc…In providing risk transfer solutions to the Asset management sector\, Martin has been instrumental in driving innovation for perils that traditionally have fallen under such programs as Professional indemnity\, Directors and Officers liability\, Cyber liability\, and Crime.He is heavily involved in the claims management and settlement\, Martin is also highly experienced in handling complex civil and criminal litigation\, regulatory\, operational\, and counter party claims.With 30 years’ experience in London and Asia\, Martin established and is the Head of Willis Towers Watson Asset Management practice in Asia and is responsible for overseeing and the delivering liability solutions for the Asset management sector in Asia. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors and Partners\n\n\n\nOrganizer \n\n\n       
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/insurance-liability-coverage-for-fund-boards/
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SUMMARY:How AI will Shape the Future of Investment and Research
DESCRIPTION:We would like to inform you that the event has been postponed due to the speaker’s travel plans. A new invitation will be sent once the updated date is confirmed. \n\n\n\nWe appreciate your understanding.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/how-ai-will-shape-the-future-of-investment-and-research/
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SUMMARY:IWD 2025 TEC/SFDA Women’s Conference | Women in Motion: Driving Change & Advancement
DESCRIPTION:Location: The Executive Centre – One Raffles Quay | Serviced & Virtual Offices and Workspace\nOne Raffles Quay\, North Tower Level 49 Singapore\, 048583  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nCelebrate International Women’s Day with us at an inspiring conference designed to empower women through practical strategies\, resources\, and connections for growth and success. \n\n\n\nEngage with thought leaders and experts as they share insights on advancing women’s leadership\, financial literacy\, personal branding\, and more. The day will conclude with an exclusive networking mixer\, offering the opportunity to connect\, collaborate\, and continue the conversation in an engaging setting. \n\n\n\n*Each ticket includes full access to the conference\, networking mixers\, afternoon and evening tea break with light refreshments. \n\n\n\n*Each ticket includes goodie bags valued more than SGD 150 \n\n\n\nSpecial Thanks to Our Valued Sponsors\n\n\n\nGold Sponsor: Singapore Fund Directors Association Ltd (SFDA) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda\n\n\n\n1.30pm – 2.30pm\nRegistration & Welcome Networking \n\n\n\n2.30pm – 2.35pmWelcome Remarks from The Executive Centre (TEC) \n\n\n \n\n\nby Yvonne Lim\, Regional Managing Director – Southeast Asia at TEC \n\n\n\n2.35pm – 2.55pmOpening Keynote \n\n\n \n\n\nAs part of the Women in Motion conference\, this empowering session delivered by Reshmi Kurana will explore the transformative power of women’s leadership in shaping industries\, communities\, and futures. Drawing from Reshmi’s personal journey\, professional achievements\, and lessons learned along the way\, she will offer actionable insights on overcoming challenges\, driving progress\, and creating lasting impact. This keynote will leave attendees motivated to embrace their potential and accelerate their own journeys of leadership and influence. \n\n\n\n2.55pm – 3.45pmPanel I: Breaking Access Barriers \n\n\n    \n\n\nModerated by Kanchana Gupta\, Founder and CEO of vLookUp.ai\, join Anu Shenoy\, Yujin Evered\, Priyamvada Srivastava\, Preethi Sarma as they explore how women are reshaping leadership roles and driving innovation in business. From overcoming workplace inequalities\, the importance of mentorship\, and the future of female-led organisations\, these leaders will share insights about how women are creating impact. \n\n\n\n3.45pm – 4.10pmNetworking Tea BreakAll tickets include light refreshment(s) and access to the networking Tea Break. \n\n\n\n4.10pm – 4.40pmFireside Chat: Rewrite the Rules | Elevating Your Brand & Career \n\n\n  \n\n\nOur expert speakers Chelsea Perino and Ratna Juita will share insights on storytelling\, leveraging social media\, and building connections that matter. They’ll share their own stories of how they have crafted a personal brand that embraces authenticity\, as well as strategies for navigating the challenges and opportunities of leadership. Learn how to be intentional with how you present yourself\, from the way you communicate to the values you embody. This process involves consistently demonstrating the qualities that set you apart\, whether it’s your leadership style\, your ability to inspire others\, or your knack for innovation. \n\n\n\n4.40pm – 5.30pmPanel II: Money Matters | Financial Literacy & Closing the Wealth Gap \n\n\n    \n\n\nJoin Dona Amelia\, Dane Tang\, Vanessa Ho and Adeline Tiah as they explore how women are reshaping leadership roles and driving innovation in business. From overcoming workplace inequalities\, the importance of mentorship\, and the future of female-led organisations\, these leaders will share insights about how women are creating impact. \n\n\n\n5.30pm – 5.50pmClosing Keynote: Small Actions Big Impact \n\n\n \n\n\nJoin Eric Sim\, accomplished author and former UBS Investment Bank MD\, as he shares how small\, intentional actions taken today can lead to transformative personal and professional growth tomorrow. Saving a few minutes each day\, offering a little goodwill to someone\, or meeting just one inspiring person can yield extraordinary returns over time. Join us for Eric’s closing keynote to discover actionable strategies\, insightful tips\, and inspiring stories for big impact tomorrow. \n\n\n\n5.50pm – 6.00pmConference Wrap Up \n\n\n  \n\n\nWrap up the conference by remarks from Alexandra McGuigan\, SFDA DEI Committee and Founder & CEO of Inclusive AM. The wrap up will be followed by Jennifer Ng\, Director of Global Community at TEC. \n\n\n\n6.00pm – 7.00pmEvening Networking MixerAll tickets include canapes\, food\, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks\, and access to the networking mixers.
URL:https://www.sfda.com.sg/event/iwd-2025-tec-sfda-womens-conference-women-in-motion-driving-change-advancement/
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