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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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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
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Singapore:20250325T100000
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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
DTSTAMP:20250312T025903Z
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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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