Elisa Liu Email & Phone Number

International

Selected Awards, Exhibitions, Residencies & ActivitiesMulti-Disciplinary Exhibition, 'Together, Hue & Me', Buangkok Square, Singapore. (2024)Community arts project with Jalan Kayu CACC. Part of Singapore Art Week 2024.Multi-disciplinary Exhibition, 'WALLFLOWERS: Somerset', *SCAPE, Singapore. (2023)*SCAPE Community Arts Residency. Part of Singapore Art Week 2023.Group Exhibition, ‘Art Is Essential’ Virtual Exhibition, Singapore (2021 - 2022)• Works selected by Singapore Art Society for exhibition • Part of Singapore Art Week 2021. Supported by National Arts CouncilAcrylic Painting & Mixed Media Workshop with Xin Yuan Community Care (2020) • Engaged as a guest artist to conduct workshops for elderlies and caregivers • Supported by WeCare Arts FundGroup Exhibition, TOUCH Giving Art, Singapore, Jun 2019 --- Invited by Touch Community Services to exhibit works at Arts House (7 to 9 Jun) Art Collaboration with Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore, Jan 2019--- Artwork featured in Noise Local Motif Moving Exhibition Singapore Art Society, Tan Tsze Chor Art Awards, Dec 2018--- Group Exhibition, The Arts House Singapore, 14th to 17th Dec 2018Live-painting, Red Room Taipei, Taiwan, Nov 2018--- Featured Artist, Live Painting Performance at Red Room's 9th Anniversary, 24th Nov 2018Finalist, Angelico Art Awards 2018--- Group Exhibition, Angelico Art Award Showcase, 10 Square Art Gallery, Orchard Central, 20th to 26th Oct 2018"Landscapes of Our Minds", Gallery XY, XY Hotel Bugis, Sep 2018--- Solo Art Exhibition, 22nd Sep to 8th Oct 2018--- Exhibition Opening & Live Performance with Multi-Vocal Pianist, 22nd Sep, 4pm to 6pmFeatured Artist, Red Gate Gallery Artist Residency, Beijing, China, May 2018--- Artist Talk at The Bookworm, Beijing, 23rd May 2018--- Live-Painting Showcase at Red Gate Residency Open Studios, 27th May 2018

Singapore

Founder, Producer and Mentor for 'Indie Creative SG' (2021 to 2022) A COVID-time initiative. By independent artists and musicians, for aspiring artists and musicians. Supported by National Arts Council Singapore.• Founded Indie Creative SG as a platform for networking, insights-sharing and collaboration amongst local artists and musicians• Served as producer and mentor for visual-arts vertical of Indie Creative SG• Built and managed the Indie Creative community on Discord, as well as Indie Creative social media on Instagram and Facebook• Co-lead for project management, execution and budget management of the platform• Developed content and program for visual-arts-related forums and workshopsKey topics covered:- Overview of the Independent Art Landscape- A Deep-dive into Being an Indie Visual Artist- Personal Branding and Social Media- How to Build a Sustainable Visual Arts Career- Mental Resilience and the Benefits of Collaboration'Indie Creative SG' was retired at the end of the pandemic in 2022.Speaker, Student Mentor, Forum Panelist (2022 to Ongoing) • 2023: Organised and conducted 2-day Arts Cultural Experience Camp for Student Arts Leaders, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore.Segment Highlights:--- Creative Team Strategy: Creativity in Limitations--- Creative Journeys: Collaboration & Mental Resilience as Arts Leaders--- Project Leadership Workshop--- Arts Forum: Professionalism as Arts Leaders• 2022: Served as Student Mentor for tertiary arts students, Design Leadership Challenge 2022, *SCAPE, Singapore. Please DM for speaking or workshop engagements.

Singapore

Producer and co-host of the Why Why Why ShowA comedy trivia podcast based in Singapore. Available on all major podcasting platforms.Forum Panelist, Podcast Podtalk 2023, *SCAPE, Singapore.Conference Speaker, Asian Podcast Festival 2022, *SCAPE, Singapore.Listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/7fnksvXhYS5sLNTUWdXEi6?si=jv81nIXlTMea2KxJew-BYQListen on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/why-why-why-show/id1534843951Milestones & Press for Why Why Why Show:- #9: highest charted position in Top Charts (Comedy) on Apple Podcasts, Singapore- Featured on South China Morning Post and TimeOut Singapore- Featured podcast on SPH(Singapore Press Holdings)'s Awedio App

Asia Pacific

Approached by Asia Leap to be a collaboration partner, conducting objective-driven art programs, in:- Team-building and corporate retreats- Team diagnostics through art- Cultural art programs for cross-geographic teams- Visual recording and live-painting for talks and workshopsRelevant credentials:- Certified Trainer & Facilitator (ACTA - Advanced Certificate in Training & Assessment)- Advanced Facilitation Skills (PD Training)- Ministry of Education Approved Instructor (AMIS - Art & Music Instructors Scheme)- WSQ Certified Service Professional (SIRS - Singapore Institute of Retail Studies)- Certificate in Effective Supervisory Management (LMI - Learning Management International)

Asia Pacific

Approached by In Leadership to be an Associate Consultant for corporate workshops and trainings in:- International Business Strategy in the 21st Century- Business Development through Digital Media- Creative Team-Building and Community OutreachRelevant credentials:- Certified Trainer & Facilitator (ACTA - Advanced Certificate in Training & Assessment)- Ministry of Education Approved Instructor (AMIS - Art & Music Instructors Scheme)- WSQ Certified Service Professional (SIRS - Singapore Institute of Retail Studies)- Various other certifications in Business Operations, People Management and Retail Management

Asia Pacific, Middle East

Having surpassed targets and expectations in previous role, was promoted to take on an additional role of leading business development for Eastman's newly acquired product segment (PPF) for the Asia Pacific and Middle East region. • Travelled to key cities in Asia Pacific and Middle East to identify opportunities and develop working relationships with international partners.• Developed and executed regional business strategy and go-to-market plans. Prioritized and coordinated key countries for market activation in Asia Pacific and Middle East.• Conducted competitive analysis and market research to understand market trends. Developed growth strategies and programs for international partners (Achieved 117% for Middle East, >10x increase in revenue contribution for opening new markets across Asia Pacific).• Developed and conducted various trainings, workshops, seminars and cross-geographic teleconferences for external staff and internal staff in SG, EU and US offices.• Collaborated with various departments from other regions (in US and EU) to provide business and marketing support for the APAC and ME region.Key accounts for Middle East: UAE, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi ArabiaKey accounts for Asia Pacific: Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, India, South Korea

Asia Pacific

Managed business development for Eastman's Architectural Films (AF) brands for Asia Pacific region• Designed training curriculum and strategic programs for regional partners. Setup an online resource for best practices sharing.• Travelled around Asia Pacific to conduct trainings and seminars, facilitate business discussions and assist customers in presentations and sales pitches.• Coordinated business and marketing support for Eastman partners in various trade events and exhibitions. Organized post-exhibition analysis and customer visits.• Formulated research parameters for China and Asia Pacific markets. Conducted external interviews and market surveys to provide sales team with critical insights on Asia Pacific market development.• Exceeded key financial targets for Asia Pacific's AF segment (achieved ~120% of revenue target) by recommending strategies to Sales team to secure notable projects in Asia Pacific region.Key accounts in: Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, SingaporeSecondary accounts in: Philippines, South Korea, Hong Kong, India, Maldives, Saipan

Singapore

1 out of 5 local graduates selected for NTUC Fairprice’s Retail Management Associate Program 2010. Upon completion of Program, was assigned to manage retail operations of NTUC's Dover branch.• Planned, forecast & managed retail operationso During Management Associate Program, assisted in managing large 2-storey, 24-hour supermarket at Bedok North branch (headcount of 130 staff)o Upon completion of Management Associate Program, placed in charge of overall management of Dover branch (headcount of 28 staff), including manpower planning. Accountable for profit & loss and overall business operations.• Developed business relationships with channel partners (like Unilever, P&G, DKSH, Nestle, Kraft Foods) and collaborated on key projects to maximize business opportunitieso Arranged events and road shows with trade suppliers to maximize both our and their ROIso Oversee supplier space-buys throughout the store and across departments• Coordinated large-scale festive atrium sales and festive events: o 2,000sq ft @ Bedok Central Hari Raya Fair 2011 & Chinese New Year 2012• Lead creative initiatives that help exceed sales and display KPIs, achieved:o 1st Place in PnG Laundry Display Contesto 1st place for M&M’s In-Store Display Contesto Won an all-expense paid trip to Coca Cola Headquarters @ Atlanta for achieving 1st place in Coca Cola Sales Challenge (Large Supermarket format)• Formulated and executed plans for conformance and compliance to government and industry standards (ISO, HACCP) • Attended to customers front-line in the store, and spontaneously respond to customers’ feedback

Singapore

Awarded Certificate of Commendation (Top 10% of cohort) from NTU and SPOC for excellent service provided during Professional Attachment• Account servicing: managed relationships between clients and creative department to deliver creative artworks and solutions.• Facilitated media planning and sponsorship proposal meetings for Singapore Tourism Board's Singapore Food Festival 2009.• Conceptualised creative campaigns and prepared presentation pitches for Nando’s Singapore Launch and Prudential's Help Ed Campaign• Coordinated work traffic of designers for People's Association's Active Ageing Carnival project• Designed artwork for CAAS and iCabtv and uZonemedia• Conceptualised, executed and art-directed packaging redesign for 3M Bathroom product range

Advanced Certificate, Chinese Ink Painting

Bachelor Of Business, Marketing, 2Nd Upper Hons.

Activities and Societies: Distinction for Final Year Project Thesis "Effects of Group Dynamics on Consumer Buying Behaviour" Team Spectrum.