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Singapore

Singapore

Employer : Saquish Pte Ltd Position : Regional Representative Asia – FISD (About FISD)Working with the Managing Director of FISD, I assist in the organization of their Asia Pacific events for the financial information industry in Asia Pacific – these events are carried out in Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai and Sydney. Additionally, I assist in the administration of the Asia Pacific Constituent Groups as well as communications with members and sponsors.

Singapore

Reporting to the Regional Marketing Manager, my role is to lead conceptualizing, organizing, managing and execution and follow up of 8 key client events/conferences:1. Technology, Media and Communications Conference - Sydney, Australia2. Risk and Crisis Management Event - Singapore3. Asia Pacific Tax Conference - Singapore4. Singapore Fintech Festival - sub events planned around the Festival5. Asia Pacific IMT Industry Group Flagship Event- Singapore6. Asia Pacific CG&R Industry Group Flagship Event - Hong Kong7. Baker McKenzie Asia Pacific Meeting - Beijing8. INTA Asia Pacific Client Dinner - BostonMy areas of responsibility include:1. Overall project management2. Tracking progress of actions/tasks3. Communicating progress to key stakeholders4. Oversee budgets - monitor and communicate costs as necessary5. Manage plans in relation to marketing the event, internally and externally.6. Support materials coordination and printing. Follow up for speaker profiles and other hand-out materials and presentations. Assemble, organize and arrange printing, shipment of banners and materials. Ensure everything used for the event is brand compliant.7. Coordinate and support client conferences8. Coordinate media activities or roundtable meetings with the communications team9. Oversee the client engagement process and monitor progress10. Engage and brief internal and client speakers11. Prepare event feedback reports and surveys

Singapore

Reporting to the Head of Business Development (Asia Pacific), my role is a business development role with some marketing and communications responsibilities, managing 2 key regional practice groups, leading cross-border growth and profile raising initiatives.My areas of responsibility include: 1. Developing the Group’s business plan, in consultation with the Head of the Practice Groups and the Head of Business Development. Leading the implementation of all business development and marketing initiatives and reporting regularly on the progress of these. 2. Events: Centrally project manage and lead the content and execution strategy for 7-8 cross-border events in different locations across Asia Pacific, supported by the events, marketing, and knowledge management teams. 3. Pitches: Manage responses to invitations to tender or bid for cross-border work opportunities. Work with the team to ensure all regional marketing credentials and materials are regularly updated.4. Client initiatives: Identify key clients and recommend growth opportunities, aligned with the Firm's regional and global client strategy. Work with key Partners to drive initiatives. Plan and as appropriate, attend client meetings, road shows and conferences. Coordinate any presentation materials, client contact list and research as needed and lead a rigorous follow-up effort to maximize return on investment. 5. Thought leadership and other marketing campaigns: Working closely with the Marketing team, exploring and implementing new ideas to differentiate the Firm through integrated marketing plans, including thought leadership efforts and cutting edge client communications. 6. Group profiling: Research opportunities to increase the profile of the Group through relevant media including industry directories, journals, publications and websites.7. Professional development events for lawyers: Oversee organization of annual regional training programs for lawyers.

Singapore

Reporting to the Head of Business Development, Marketing & Communications, Joint Asia Offices, my role is to lead the conceptualising, planning, organising, managing and running of the Firm's flagship "Annual Meeting". This event will include large client seminars and a series of smaller client one-to-one meetings. My areas of responsibility include: 1. To be the lead contact point in working with the Global Events team with complete ownership of each element of the event as required by the Joint Asian Offices (JAO), creating and managing a project plan for each event, with clear actions and deadlines; 2. Be the main point of contact for the events and proactively communicate with key stakeholders;3. Manage plans, along with the Global, Regional and JAO teams in relation to marketing the event, internally and externally. Work with Marketing colleagues to craft all necessary communications and campaigns;4. Coordinate with external vendors and sponsorship partners to engage high profile speakers;5. Coordinate and confirm participants, manage participation schedules with the support of other team members; 6. Lead agenda and content planning. Organise calls with speakers, follow up for confirmation and ensure things run on track;7. Support materials coordination and printing. Follow up for speaker profiles and other hand-out materials and presentations. Assemble, organise and arrange printing, shipment of banners and materials. Ensure everything used for the event is brand compliant;8. Ensure that the budgets for each event are regularly updated and costs remain in budget. 9. Manage event websites information (with Global colleagues); apps and other technology platforms used for the events; and attend the events for onsite management.

January 2012 till Present:Employer : Saquish Pte Ltd Position : Regional Representative Asia – FISD (About FISD)Working with the Managing Director of FISD, I assist in the organization of their Asia Pacific events for the financial information industry in Asia Pacific – these events are carried out in Singapore, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Sydney. Additionally, I assist in the administration of the Asia Pacific Constituent Groups as well as communications with members and sponsors.

April 2015 till February 2016:Employer : Fine Grain Property Pte Ltd (www.finegrainproperty.com) Position : ConsultantWorking with the CEO, I assisted to develop and manage the Marketing Plan. In this role, I:1. Evaluated and organised the company's database system and suggested appropriate adjustments to make the database effective and easy to use2. Planned and organized events that aimed to achieve the company's goals3. Followed up after meetings on actions and next steps4. Developed communication - PR, website, LinkedIn, Seminars etc5. Documented the above processesSeptember 2013 till May 2014:Employer : Fine Grain Property Pte Ltd (www.finegrainproperty.com) Position : Manager, Investor Relations and ProjectsThe company looked to raise $75 million to invest in commercial property in Singapore. My role was to assist in the Fundraising efforts, ensure Investors were updated with the necessary documentation, prepare presentations for potential Investors as well as liaise with the necessary legal and financial partners to ensure documentation is in place at every step of the Fundraising process.December 2012 till March 2013:Employer : Singapore River One (www.singapore-river.com) Position : Project Manager – St Patrick’s Day Street Festival 20133 day Festival @ Boat Quay (inaugural event bringing in 22,000 people)Reporting to the Chairman of the Festival Committee, my responsibilities included:Managing stakeholders and their expectationsObtaining approval for a 3 day road closure on Circular RoadLeading the planning and implementation of the FestivalDefining tasks and resource requirementsManaging budget and resource allocationSeeking sponsorship amount of S$150,000Planning and scheduling timelinesImplementing and managing project changes and interventions to achieve project outputsProject evaluation and assessment of results

Singapore

Reporting to the Director of Business Development, Marketing & Communications, Asia Pacific, my role was to lead the conceptualising, planning, organising, managing and running of Doing Business Globally India 2017. The event involved large client seminars and a series of smaller client one-to-one meetings in key emerging/ high growth markets across Asia Pacific (such as India).My areas of responsibility included: 1. To be the lead event manager with complete ownership of each event, creating and managing a project plan for each event, with clear actions and deadlines; 2. Be the main point of contact for the events and proactively communicate with key stakeholders;3. Manage plans in relation to marketing the event, internally and externally. Work with Marketing colleagues to craft all necessary communications and campaigns;4. Coordinate with external vendors and sponsorship partners to engage high profile speakers;5. Coordinate and confirm participants, manage participation schedules with the support of other team members; 6. Lead agenda and content planning. Organise calls with speakers, follow up for confirmation and ensure things run on track;7. Support materials coordination and printing. Follow up for speaker profiles and other hand-out materials and presentations. Assemble, organise and arrange printing, shipment of banners and materials. Ensure everything used for the event is brand compliant;8. Ensure that the budgets for each event are regularly updated and costs remain in budget. 9. Manage event websites; apps and other technology platforms used for the events; and attend the events for onsite management. Recipient of the Baker McKenzie Business Professionals Award for the execution of "Doing Business Globally India" in Delhi and Mumbai.

Assisted the Board and the Executive Committee of The Singapore Ireland Fund (TSIF) in the running of TSIF. These areas included:1. Business Administration2. Fundraising and Communications3. Event Management4. Client Relationship5. PR and Marketing6. Budgets and Financial Management

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, my current responsibilities include:Establishing Operational Processes/Process ImprovementHuman Resource Management Marketing – Event organization and coordination, AdvertisingCustomer Relationship Management/Membership ManagementInitiating key planning issues and execution

The NMS vision is to be the “people’s museum of Singapore by providing cutting edge ways of presenting art and history that redefines the conventional museum experience.; Reporting to the Deputy Director of Operations and Business Development, I was recruited to deliver the operational support required to meet the NMS vision. Specifically, this involved recruiting, training, and leading the new Hospitality and Operations team to deliver a first class experience to our customers. I improved the existing customer experience by reviewing and redesigning the operational systems for the galleries - for example the ticketing and car park systems. I also had responsibility for all revenue generating divisions, specifically to ensure that all qualitative and quantitative targets were met. During this time I met and exceeded all necessary KPI’s with regard to customer satisfaction levels, visitorship numbers as well as ticketing revenue.

Reporting directly to the Shareholders, my responsibilities included : Marketing - Promotions, Press/Public Relations and EventsCustomer Relationship Management/Membership Management Human Resource Management Financial Management – Sales & Profit Analysis/Budgeting/Cost Control Operations of the bar and kitchen

GSA specializes in recruitment for the hotel, leisure and catering industries. GSA targets all possible divisions including senior management, chefs, food and beverage, sales and marketing, rooms division, technical and finance, human resources, spa, sports and recreation, and individual consultancies. Within GSA, I was the Food and Beverage Consultant. I was responsible for all recruitments related to positions in F & B.; My responsibilities at GSA were to extend company contacts through marketing and business knowledge and to identify and evaluate clients’ recruitment needs. Upon assessment of their needs, I was involved in sourcing for suitable candidates, interviewing them as well as negotiating terms of employment as necessary.

Wong San’s Pte Ltd is one of the leading independent bars/clubs/cafés and restaurants operators in Singapore. It was established in 1994. I joined the team in 1999 when it had 3 outlets under its wing. During my time there, I was directly involved in the set up and opening of Lush Club, Amoeba Bar, Siam SupperClub, Viet Café, Six Bar and Restaurant, Chinablack Club and Thumper Bar. My role in Wong San’s covered all aspects of the food and beverage outlets where I was responsible for the profitability of this division. When I left Wong San’s, there were 9 outlets under the group.; Reporting directly to the Shareholders, I was in charge of the following:Operations of Front of House and Back of House Marketing - Promotions, Press/Public Relations and EventsCustomer Relationship Management/Membership Management Human Resource Management Financial Management – Sales & Profit Analysis/Budgeting/Cost Control

China Jump Bar & Grill Singapore combines a bar, restaurant and disco into one. With a total seating capacity of 200 inside and al fresco, China Jump was one of the premier entertainment spots in Singapore. Upon joining the team, I was the Manager where my duties lay mainly in the front of house operations. At the same time, I was Head of Department for cashiers, bussers and servers. In this role, I was heavily involved in the recruitment and training of staff at all levels. Upon my promotion to Assistant General Manager, I was also the Head of Department for all Managers. Here, I was involved in the induction of new Managers into the company as well as to ensure that Managers were performing consistently with the company standards. In the role of Assistant GM, marketing through promotions, events and public relations became a new aspect of my position. I was also part of the team when China Jump was voted Nightspot of the Year in 1999.; Reporting directly to the General Manager, my main duties included:Operations of Front of House and Back of House Marketing – Promotions, Events and Public Relations Department Manager – Managers, Hosts, Bussers and Cashiers Human Resource Management

Reporting directly to the Assistant General ManagerDay to day operations Human Resource Management

Harry’s Bar at Boat Quay famous for being one of the pioneers of the Boat Quay strip and one of the original Heineken Starbars. For 10 years this famous nightspot has been revered as the home of Singapore’s jazz scene. I was brought into Harry’s as a Management Trainee for a period of 8 months. During my time there, I moved from division to division – I was a bartender, server, office assistant and restaurant host. During the stint at Harry’s, we opened a restaurant called Bourbon St which I was involved in from pre-opening. Due to my professionalism and dedication, I was often given the role Acting Manager on Duty when the Operations Manager was unavailable.

Diploma, Business

Education record

Education record

GCE ‘O’ Level