The North East Community Development Council (CDC) Singapore serves a population of over 847,000 residents. The Council administers financial and employment assistance to residents in need as well as works closely with community and corporate partners to plan outreach programmes to promote bonding and social cohesion.2020-2023, Finance Committee, Member2023 onward, Finance Committee, Vice-Chair

The Diplomatic Council Advisory & Professional Services (DCAPS) is a management consulting practice. With support from the global network of the Diplomatic Council whose members are dignitaries, C-level executives, ambassadors and politicians, DCAPS will offer very unique capabilities to clients.Our management consulting services focus on solving complex challenges through on-demand, agile and multi-disciplinary teams.The Diplomatic Council has the unique advantage of its global… Show more The Diplomatic Council Advisory & Professional Services (DCAPS) is a management consulting practice. With support from the global network of the Diplomatic Council whose members are dignitaries, C-level executives, ambassadors and politicians, DCAPS will offer very unique capabilities to clients.Our management consulting services focus on solving complex challenges through on-demand, agile and multi-disciplinary teams.The Diplomatic Council has the unique advantage of its global network of members to fuel the growth of DCAPS through unparalleled client relationships, business development opportunities, investment opportunities, and high caliber of expertise across numerous domain areas.In addition to working with clients to offer management consulting services, the formation of DCAPS offers clients and Diplomatic Council members access to 300-500 million Euro available investment funds for qualified business ventures. Show less

The Diplomatic Council (with UN Consultative Status) was established as a Global Think Tank with the objective to serve as a bridge between diplomacy, economy and society. Members of the Diplomatic Council firmly believe that economic diplomacy provides a solid foundation for international understanding and a more peaceful interaction amongst nations.

The Luxury Network is the World’s most exclusive (invitation only) business-to-business network (club).Our members are board level Company decision makers of luxury brands and top end service providers working together to form structured business partnerships in a private forum. They are in all areas of the top end market including but not limited to; Aviation, Concierge, Entertainment and Fashion, Events, Finance, Golf, Health & Beauty, Jewellery and Watches, Marine, Motoring, Property… Show more The Luxury Network is the World’s most exclusive (invitation only) business-to-business network (club).Our members are board level Company decision makers of luxury brands and top end service providers working together to form structured business partnerships in a private forum. They are in all areas of the top end market including but not limited to; Aviation, Concierge, Entertainment and Fashion, Events, Finance, Golf, Health & Beauty, Jewellery and Watches, Marine, Motoring, Property and Travel.We help our members gain unparalleled access to valuable, pre qualified, high net worth private clients. We generate and develop brand awareness and professional new business development opportunities in ways high end companies cannot achieve on their own. Through us partnerships are created via strategic alignment, joint collaborations, product placement, media share, business-to-business and business-to-consumers networking events and brand partnering.We work with many of the world’s most exclusive luxury brands including but not limited to: Saks 5th Avenue, Aston Martin, Bently, Embraer Jets, Sunseeker, Riviera Boats, Cartier, Bonhams, Jimmy Choo, Silversea, Gucci and Quintessentially to name just a few.Contact contact details: http://sg.theluxurynetworkinternational.com/home.php#/contact/ Show less

Irene was nominated and elected into office during the ACCA Singapore Annual General Meeting 2020. She stood against 9 other candidates for the 4 available seats and was the only one elected who is not in the Accounting/ Finance related industries. This is a voluntary position representing the voices of >7500 ACCA Singapore members and fellows.Irene was featured in March 2021 in ACCA Magazine; "Accounting and Business" as she launched the ACCA Returnship Programme and the Community &… Show more Irene was nominated and elected into office during the ACCA Singapore Annual General Meeting 2020. She stood against 9 other candidates for the 4 available seats and was the only one elected who is not in the Accounting/ Finance related industries. This is a voluntary position representing the voices of >7500 ACCA Singapore members and fellows.Irene was featured in March 2021 in ACCA Magazine; "Accounting and Business" as she launched the ACCA Returnship Programme and the Community & Social Impact Interest Group to support ACCA’s mission to be a Force for Public Good and ACCA’s response to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals - https://abmagazine.accaglobal.com/global/articles/2021/mar/acca/supporting-women-returners.htmlIrene was featured in June 2020 on the topic of "Giving Back" in ACCA Magazine; "Accounting and Business" - https://www.accaglobal.com/gb/en/member/member/accounting-business/2020/06/insights/skills-community.htmlIrene was also previously featured in April 2019 on the cover of ACCA Magazine; "Accounting and Business" - https://www.accaglobal.com/my/en/member/member/accounting-business/2019/04/interviews/irene-ho.htmlFrom 2009 to 2013, Irene was involved in raising the profile of ACCA's brand and offering amongst the potential student market during her stay in Sydney and Brisbane Australia. In recognition of her contributions, she was appointed ACCA Campus Ambassador in February 2010. She was also featured in Student Accountant (an ACCA UK magazine for trainees) January 2012, “Going Global”. Show less

The Australian Alumni of Singapore (AAS), is a non-profit organisation aimed at promoting friendship and goodwill among the various graduates and members from different Australian tertiary and professional institutions.Irene has served the AAS since 2013 since moving back from Australia. She sees this as a continuation of her volunteering efforts when she flew the Singapore Flag while she was in Australia being the elected President of the Singapore Business Council of Australia for… Show more The Australian Alumni of Singapore (AAS), is a non-profit organisation aimed at promoting friendship and goodwill among the various graduates and members from different Australian tertiary and professional institutions.Irene has served the AAS since 2013 since moving back from Australia. She sees this as a continuation of her volunteering efforts when she flew the Singapore Flag while she was in Australia being the elected President of the Singapore Business Council of Australia for 2012 & 2013.She was on the Working Committee in 2013 and as a co-opt member of the Management Committee in 2014 & 2015. In the 2016 Elections, she stood against 6 other candidates for the 4 available seats and emerged as the top performing candidate capturing 95% of the members' votes which was a landslide victory against all the rest of the candidates. She was the youngest and the only female elected to the Management Committee.Prior to 27 March 2014, Membership Committee.2014, Membership (VIPs).2015, Sponsorship.2016, Deputy Head of Sponsorship.2017, Deputy Head of Sponsorship. Show less

Elected - January 2012 (FY 2012).Re-elected - December 2012 (FY 2013).Achievements include but not limited to:✓ Proposed and obtained a collaboration with a Local Australian Government to present "Business Opportunities in Singapore"​ Seminar for the Brisbane market; first ever event in the Council's history since 1995.✓ Achieved exclusive partnership with Singapore Airlines; first ever initiative in the Council's history since 1995.✓ Brainchild of "Singapore Night"​ - a… Show more Elected - January 2012 (FY 2012).Re-elected - December 2012 (FY 2013).Achievements include but not limited to:✓ Proposed and obtained a collaboration with a Local Australian Government to present "Business Opportunities in Singapore"​ Seminar for the Brisbane market; first ever event in the Council's history since 1995.✓ Achieved exclusive partnership with Singapore Airlines; first ever initiative in the Council's history since 1995.✓ Brainchild of "Singapore Night"​ - a business networking event that provides an opportunity for those interested in networking with those with an interest with Singapore, in an intimate setting, featuring different guest speakers for each month as an added incentive.✓ Won over the support of key volunteers for a radio program in helping us to publicise our organisation as well as our sponsors on their radio program.✓ Organised and achieved unprecedented oversubscribed (over 150, average attendees increased by 25% to 50%) attendance at one of our major event for the year (Chinese New Year dinner 2013).✓ Raised the quality of our two major events for the year; successfully invited volunteers of a radio program to emcee as well as having state and local Government as our VIPs. Please refer to our website for a list of Ministers attending our events.✓ Successfully won new corporate sponsors. Example: Tiger beer and Westpac Premium Bank.✓ Doubled membership size within a one year period.✓ Successfully revamped our website (see http://www.sbcaust.com/).✓ Achieved presence on social media. Show less

The Queensland Chinese Forum (QCF) is the official peak organisation of the Queensland Chinese community. QCF embraces 13 association members.

Worked on a range of Mergers and Acquisitions related services; Mergers and Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Valuation and Financial Due Diligence.Nominated (by Managing Partner) and awarded PKF Stars Award in September 2011.

Financial Due Diligence.

The job scope of Chinese Services Group (CSG) Manager is to plan and execute the key priorities of CSG:✓ Strengthen Deloitte presence in the Enterprise Risk Services Group’s marketplace for Chinese companies operating in Singapore.✓ Develop brochure/materials targeted at Singapore companies operating or who plan to establish operations in China.✓ Work closer with Deloitte China in developing targets for Singapore IPOs.✓ Conduct study on the buying behavior of Chinese listed… Show more The job scope of Chinese Services Group (CSG) Manager is to plan and execute the key priorities of CSG:✓ Strengthen Deloitte presence in the Enterprise Risk Services Group’s marketplace for Chinese companies operating in Singapore.✓ Develop brochure/materials targeted at Singapore companies operating or who plan to establish operations in China.✓ Work closer with Deloitte China in developing targets for Singapore IPOs.✓ Conduct study on the buying behavior of Chinese listed companies in Singapore. Show less

IPO Audit.Best Trainer 2006 (as voted by Trainees).