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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20251112T170000
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250402T090000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250327T083000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250325T083000
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DTSTAMP:20250317T065349Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250320T133000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250320T190000
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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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