BritCham Singapore

In this episode, BritCham Singapore's Executive Director David Kelly sits down with Morgan Stark, Head of Asia at SRM, for a deep dive into reputational due diligence, geopolitical risk, and the realities of doing business across Asia's diverse markets.Drawing from over 15 years of experience in corporate intelligence, Morgan unpacks how businesses can better navigate corruption risks, fraud typologies, and misinformation—especially in high-stakes environments such as M&A, private equity, and cross-border partnerships.The conversation explores the critical role of non-financial due diligence in today's volatile landscape, how AI is changing the nature of information gathering, and why trust, transparency, and local insight matter more than ever. Morgan also shares his journey from academia into the intelligence space, and what it's like leading a team across Asia from SRM's Hong Kong base.Other key themes include the complexities of compliance in Southeast Asia, the impact of shifting global tariffs, and how businesses—big and small—can protect themselves through smarter, upfront risk assessment.

In this special episode recorded in London, BritCham Singapore's Executive Director David Kelly sits down with the Right Honourable Ian Murray, Secretary of State for Scotland, to explore Scotland's international strategy and growing global footprint.Secretary Murray shares insights from his recent trade mission to Singapore, where he launched Brand Scotland—an initiative focused on showcasing Scottish innovation, technology, and green energy transition to global markets beyond domestic borders.The conversation delves into Scotland's emerging strengths in AI development (dating back to 1963), life sciences, and the green economy, as well as the role of Scottish universities in forming impactful global partnerships—particularly with institutions in Singapore. This Scotland-Singapore collaboration is helping to drive knowledge exchange, tech sector growth, and education-based soft power.Other topics include the North Sea's energy transition, the UK industrial strategy, and the implications of the UK joining the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)—offering new opportunities for Scottish businesses to expand into Southeast Asian markets.

Could a new generation of business leaders be the key to solving our climate crisis? Join us as we chat with two remarkable students whose fresh thinking on green financing, policy development and sustainability might just give us the much-needed optimism we've been searching for.Stephen Skalecki, member of the Chamber's Sustainability and Resilience committee visits Westbourne College to chat with two brilliant IB students, Manan Agarwal and Andre Khristoliubov, who took part in the Chamber's Sustainability Dialogue last year. Stephen is also the Technical Principal – Sustainability and Climate Change at EnviroSolutions & Consulting.Manan and Andre share their top takeaways from the Dialogue and reveal how smart city planning and sustainable policies and the fight against greenwashing have shaped their academic work and career aspirations.Westbourne's students offer a refreshingly different perspectives on climate action – from Manan's keen interest in taxation policies that bolster environmental protection to Andre's passion for green financing that values long-term planetary health over quick profits. Their optimism about sustainability solutions and belief in the power of individual actions brings energy to the current state of climate conversations.Whether you're curious about the business opportunities in sustainability, wondering how the next generation views environmental challenges, or simply fancy a bit of hope about our planet's future, this episode delivers great insights from tomorrow's leaders.

How do businesses grow in an ever-changing market landscape? How can marketers apply evidence-based insights to drive success? We put world-leading marketing expert, Professor Byron Sharp, Director, Ehrenberg-Bass Institute, University of South Australia, in the hot seat. Speaking to David Kelly, Executive Director of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore, Byron shares his ground-breaking research on how brands grow, the power of evidence-based marketing, and why many traditional marketing beliefs are myths. He also discusses the upcoming "How Brands Grow Live!" executive development program in Singapore, designed to help businesses translate marketing science into real-world growth strategies. Professor Byron Sharp is the author of How Brands Grow and How Brands Grow 2, two of the most influential marketing books of our time. He leads the Ehrenberg-Bass institute, one of the world's top research centres in marketing science, which advises global corporations like Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, and General Motors.Join other leading marketing and business professionals and learn directly from Professor Byron Sharp in the"How Brands Grow Live!" masterclass. Happening in Singapore from April 7-10, register here: https://marketingscience.info/apply-for-how-brands-grow-for-executives/

How does one get their book published? How do authors get discovered these days? Do aspiring authors need a large social media following? We put Vice President and Publisher at Penguin Random House SEA, Nora Nazarene Abu Bakar in the hot seat.Speaking to Vice President of the Chamber, Suzy Goulding, Nora reveals the exact steps you need to take to get published as an author. She walks us through tips on how aspiring authors can maximise their chances of getting discovered by publishers.Nora also tells us the pitfalls business and fiction writers make when pitching their manuscripts. Move your written script from the slush pile to the yes pile by knowing the publisher and your audience.Nora leads the publishing of literary works across the Southeast Asia region for Penguin Random House, the world's largest book publisher. She has two decades of publishing experience under her belt, and has been with Penguin since its Southeast Asian arm was first set up in 2018.

How does one of the most prolific UK composers of our time compose? How can musicians make classical music accessible? We put contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE and Paul Hughes, former Director of the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus in the hot seat. Speaking to Tanglin Trust School's Head of Co-curricular Michael Holiday, Jonathan and Paul share their journey in developing the world premiere of A Bridge Across the Sea – a Cantata performance based on the Ramayana, commissioned by Tanglin Trust School for its centenary celebration. Contemporary British Composer Jonathan Dove CBE is one of the most performed living opera composers. He has written more than 30 operas including Flight (1998) which has seen more than 30 productions, Mansfield Park (2011) and Marx in London (2018). Paul Hughes is a former Director at the BBC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus and the BBC Singers for more than 20 years. He currently mentors the next generation of young conductors at the Lead! Foundation. This episode was produced in partnership with member company Tanglin Trust School. You can get tickets to the World Premiere of A Bridge Across the Sea, a specially-commissioned Cantata for soloists, Children's Chorus, Adult Chorus and Orchestra by Jonathan Dove CBE here: https://sg.bookmyshow.com/en/e/TTSMUSIC

In this special episode, British High Commissioner to Singapore H.E. Nik Mehta OBE unpacks his first 100 days on the job, the future of the Singapore-UK relationship, and more about himself and his family. Speaking to David Kelly, the Executive Director of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore with a live studio audience, Nik recounts his journey to becoming High Commissioner, his experience settling in Singapore, and his biggest impressions and learnings from his first 100 days. Nik also tells us how his communications plan was developed with his team at the High Commission, and the future of the growing relationship between Singapore and the UK. Diversity and inclusion is an area that Nik supports strongly. He talks about his own background and experience in supporting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The episode closes with a Q&A session with our live audience at the studio. The Chamber would like to thank Poddster Singapore for their support in producing this episode. Tune in to the full episode to get to know our new British High Commissioner and his priorities for his term. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and please take a moment to give us a 5* rating if you enjoyed the show. Note: The UK acceded to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) on 15 December 2024. This episode was filmed on 5 December 2024.

Can we change how we support refugees to make an even bigger social impact? We speak with member company UNHCR – the UN Refugee Agency to understand how they have been using technology and innovation to make a bigger impact in international aid. Carmen Hett, UNHCR's Corporate Treasurer, shares how UNHCR has been using blockchain and biometrics technology to disburse financial aid, giving refugees flexibility on what essentials they purchase and where they purchase them. Besides empowering the economic inclusion of refugees, the rich data from aid disbursement better informs UNHCR of the needs of the refugee community, and safe spots to disburse aid. David Sharatt, Co-Chair of BritChamSG's Financial and Fintech Committee and Global Head of Data Product Commercialisation at Standard Chartered is our moderator for the conversation. In this episode, David discusses how financial services can better support the international community through initiatives such as digitally enabled embedded finance rails. Together, Carmen and David also explore the challenges behind refugee aid, the myths behind what it means to be a refugee, and how the global and business community can better come to support refugees. Carmen also shares her personal stories from more than 20 years with UNHCR, and what motivates her to make an impact every single day. Tune in to the full episode to find out how finance technology and businesses are transforming refugee aid, and how you too can make a difference. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and please take a moment to give us a 5* rating if you enjoyed the show.

Explore the evolving landscape of brand strategy, consumer insights, and luxury innovation with the top marketing leaders from 1HQ, Canvas8 and Diageo. Floydd Wood, Strategy Director at 1HQ, shares his expertise on brand strategy and the creative solutions driving his agency's success. Andrea Ng, APAC Insights Director at Canvas8 and our moderator for the conversation, tells us about the latest consumer insights and cultural trends shaping the Asia-Pacific market. Perrine Cavat, Luxury Scotch Innovation Director APAC at Diageo, discusses the innovations and strategies redefining luxury scotch brands in the region. Together, they explore the impact of evolving consumer preferences, the role of innovative strategies in brand success, and the future of luxury marketing. They also reflect on their personal experiences, challenges, and successes within their fields. Listen to the full episode to gain valuable insights into brand strategy, consumer behaviour, and luxury innovation, and discover the latest trends driving the marketing and business forward. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and please take a moment to give us a 5* rating if you enjoyed the show.

In this podcast episode, Sheena Jacob, Partner at CMS Holborn sits with Daisy Radford, Chair of the Chamber's Technology Committee, to speak about the nuances around the recent amendments to the 2018 Cybersecurity Act and its impact on businesses. This episode first gives an overview of the key points and objectives of the 2018 Cybersecurity Act. Sheena then explores the significant amendments introduced in response to the rapid digital transformation during the pandemic. The discussion highlights how third-party systems in the supply chain, new regulated entities, and virtual computer systems are now included in the newly expanded law. Our speakers also discuss what these changes mean for businesses, particularly those in the supply chain of Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) providers, and their impact on Singapore's national security. Tune in to the whole episode to stay informed on how your business may be impacted by the new regulatory updates on cybersecurity and how you can stay on top of the current regulatory requirements. If you're a CII provider, a cybersecurity vendor, or part of the cybersecurity and IT supply chain, this episode is not to be missed. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Sign up for our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website.

In this podcast episode, Romain Gagliardi, Senior Manager at Wavestone Asia sits with Daisy Radford, Chair of the Chamber's Technology Committee to talk about the findings of WaveStone's latest global survey on Gen AI and data-related trends. The comprehensive survey covering 600 companies across the globe, reveals important trends businesses need to know before investing in Artificial Intelligence (AI).    This discussion explores differences in AI adoption across industries and regions, with Singapore leading the way in positivity and readiness compared to more cautious markets like the UK.    The episode also addresses the need for a balanced approach to Gen AI – Businesses must consider both opportunities and risks before investing in and implementing AI in their operations.    Listen to the full episode to stay up to the date on the current state and prospects of AI across different regions, and learn practical advice for your business to embark on AI adoption.    Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show.    ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 

In this special episode of the BritChamSG podcast, our outgoing patron and British High Commissioner Her Excellency Kara Owen CMG CVO reflects on her term in Singapore with the Chamber's Executive Director David Kelly. This episode was recorded live on 4 June in the Poddster Singapore studio with a live audience of Chamber members. This exclusive conversation with Her Excellency Kara Owen covers her journey as a career diplomat, moments in Asia and Singapore, cultural exchanges, diplomatic challenges, the Chamber and the business community and beyond. Her Excellency outlines the growth of UK-Singapore trade relations, the UK business community and trade and investment between the UK and Singapore during her tenure. She also shares her challenges and the important lessons she has picked up during her postings in Singapore and Asia. Closer to her heart, Kara tells us about her most memorable moments in Singapore, the support she has received from her team and the community, and personal stories from her early and recent years. The episode concludes with her hopes for the future of UK-Singapore relations, and an intimate Q&A session with Chamber members. Listen to the full episode to hear Her Excellency Kara Owen's reflections on working with businesses and communities in the UK and Singapore, and her thoughts on businesses and UK-Singapore trade relations going ahead. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching!

In this latest episode of the BritChamSG podcast, we hear from Chamber members Control Risks as they unpack the 2024 India Election Results. Join us for a conversation between Control Risks' Angela Mancini, Partner and Head of Global Risks Analysis APAC and Amit Narayan, Partner and Head of South Asia as they outline what the Indian election results mean for government, businesses and the international community. While Prime Minister Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured the election victory, Amit outlines why the margin of victory has deviated from the predicted landslide outcome. Even though this would be Prime Minister Modi's first time navigating a coalition government, Amit also emphasises that this is not a radical shift in Indian governance but a slight adjustment. The BJP still has the mandate to fulfil its promises to its people and its governance manifesto. Amit also addresses the concerns around potential shifts from Prime Minister Modi's pro-business and pro-multilateralism stance. He shares how the Indian government might pivot to finessing the minutiae on policy and regulations rather than broad transformation changes, which may yield more opportunities for businesses. As China moves up the value chain, India may also realign its trade relations and seek to fill the manufacturing opportunities from its neighbour. India may also take a wait-and-see approach to engaging with the West as the UK, US and Europe find their way through the election season. Listen to the full episode to discover the opportunities and challenges arising from the Indian elections, and how your business can rise above India's new wave of governance and policy. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sign up for our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this special episode of our podcast celebrating International Women's Month, Charlotte Wilkinson of the British Chamber of Commerce Diversity and Inclusion Committee speaks with Pushkaraj Gumaste, Head Of Corporate Banking For Asia Pacific & Middle East, and Executive Sponsor For Barclays APAC Gender Agenda; and Aditi Nair, Managing Director Head Of HR, Asia Pacific, and Global HR Business Partner, Sustainable Finance, both from Barclays Bank Plc. The discussion explores how diversity, equity and inclusion can be built in organisations and how it can become a competitive advantage. Pushkaraj and Aditi share how Barclays' commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and gender representation has grown over the years. Barclays has been increasing their female representation in leadership roles and providing avenues for women to have successful careers after returning from breaks. One example is through Launchpad - a platform that women across the organisation can access to plan and enable their careers in a structured manner. The conversation covers the challenges around gender equality and equity programmes in businesses, and the importance of having people take personal accountability for driving inclusion and diversity. The duo also touched on the importance of staying the course in DEI initiatives, not expecting immediate results and the power of employee resource groups in building equality and equity. These networks build community, solidarity and momentum in bringing about sustainable change within organisations. The episode culminates with practical wisdom and steps that organisations of all sizes can apply to begin addressing DEI and gender equity. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy theshow. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our Podcast, Kate Wheble of the British Chamber of Commerce's Sustainability Committee, speaks with Yuki Yasui, Managing Director of GFANZ Asia Pacific Network. The discussion presents a thought-provoking exploration of how sustainable finance can be a powerful force for positive change in addressing pressing environmental and social challenges on a global scale. Yuki shares her personal journey into sustainable finance, tracing back to her early involvement with the United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and highlights pivotal moments such as the launch of the Equator Principles and the Principles for Responsible Investment. The dialogue extends to recent global developments, with a particular focus on the outcomes of COP26 and COP28. Yuki underscores the critical importance of sustainable finance in driving forward the global climate agenda, emphasising the need for concerted efforts from governments, multinationals, and financial institutions alike. Furthermore, Yuki articulates the imperative for clear definitions and robust transition planning in sustainable finance. She advocates for common understanding and alignment on financing strategies, particularly in the transition from "brown" to "green" economies, to mitigate risks such as greenwashing and ensure genuine impact. Throughout the conversation, Yuki's insights underscore the pivotal role of finance in catalysing sustainability efforts, shaping policies, and fostering collaboration across sectors. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast, Mike Rourke, Head of Product at GSG, speaks with Nawaz Imam, Group Head of Corporate Development at MoneyHero Group, discussing the growth of FinTech in Asia. Sharing insights into Money Hero Group's journey to make personal finance decisions rewarding and timesaving for the five markets they operate in across greater Southeast Asia – Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Hong Kong and Taiwan, the conversation explores the strategic planning behind Money Hero's growth – highlighting some of the key challenges of adapting to varying levels of financial literacy within the markets they operate in, achieving standardisation across these diverse markets and the importance of operational efficiency. The conversation also spotlights his personal journey from the institutional finance world to becoming a FinTech entrepreneur – delving into the challenges and successes faced in building a FinTech startup in Asia. Emphasising the understanding market dynamics and having a clear commercial strategy, he shares key lessons from his experiences and touches on resilience in entrepreneurship – encouraging individuals to embrace the learnings that come with the journey. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this insightful podcast, Nick Magnus, Head of Dulwich College (Singapore), speaks with Sophie Hughes, Head of Business Development at Lightfoot Travel, as she provides valuable insights into the post-pandemic travel landscape in Singapore. The discussion covers evolving travel trends, emphasising the shift towards personalised itineraries and immersive experiences while underscoring the advantages of using tour operators for stress-free planning. Through the conversation, they delve into changing dynamics in family holidays, highlighting the demand for active and educational experiences, especially for children - bringing to light the increasing popularity of the digital detox holiday. Looking ahead, she anticipates a growing trend of exploring less-visited destinations. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for watching! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast series, Bridging the Sustainability Gap, Brendan May, Chairman and Founder of Robertsbridge, speaks with Lorena Paglia, Data and AI Global Business Programs and Operations Lead and Sustainability Ambassador at Microsoft and Member of the Board at the British Chamber of Commerce - exploring the challenges and nuance of sustainability development, how the industry has transformed over the years and the opportunities we have before us. A pioneer in strategic sustainability, Brendan founded his own sustainability consultancy Robertsbridge in 2010, employing some of the most prominent environmental thinkers of our time. As a team, they drive real transformative change in sustainable development with their customers, often not shying away from challenging and complex multi-stakeholder work. Our podcast series, Bridging the Sustainability Gap, is focused on businesses and individuals who are making a difference in driving impact across sustainability development and industry transition. The intent of this series is to celebrate work that is in progress, be open about the challenges that exist and take our listeners on a learning journey on what more can be done to Bridge the Sustainability Gap.  Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this podcast episode, our Executive Director, David Kelly, speaks with the Headmaster of Caterham School, Ceri Jones, discussing the importance of British education and exploring factors as to why it continues to be so highly regarded even as educational landscapes and needs have been subject to change over the years. Through the conversation, Ceri highlights the need for students to develop a diverse toolkit of skills, including emotional self-regulation and adaptability, in addition to pursuing academic excellence. He also emphasises the role of well-being in students' success and the importance of creating inclusive school environments that allow for students to be their true selves and thrive - lending insights to some of the initiatives at Caterham School that have been set in place to foster global citizens that are equipped with the skills to adapt in an everchanging, rapidly globalising world. The conversation explores the continued excellence of British education throughout the years, spotlighting its ability to adapt to changing needs and technologies, while focusing on building emotional intelligence and resilience, bringing to light the role of schools in preparing students for a rapidly changing world and the diverse pathways available to them after their education, including university, apprenticeships, and entrepreneurship.  Looking into the future, the discussion delves into the landscape for students as they progress through tertiary education, touching on the significance of emotional well-being in both education and the workplace and the role of businesses in supporting students in their transition to the workforce. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠. Thank you for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In light of Singapore International Cyber Security Week, we are delighted to have with us, in this very special segment of our In Conversation series, Baroness Neville Rolfe DBE CMG, talks to David Kelly, Executive Director of the British Chamber of Commerce Singapore. Baroness Lucy Neville-Rolfe DBE CMG has been a minister in the Cabinet Office at the heart of the UK Government since 2022. Lucy has a broad range of responsibilities, including Cyber Security and other national security related areas, the Conflict Stability and Security Fund (a £1 billion fund that tackles conflict, stability and security challenges overseas), tackling public sector fraud and the post Brexit trade border. Lucy joined the House of Lords as a Conservative Peer in October 2013 and served as a junior minister in the Business, Culture and Treasury departments 2014-17. For much of this period, she was Minister for Intellectual Property and, in 2015-16, responsible for data protection. Lucy also worked at Tesco Plc from 1997 to 2013 and was an executive director on the main Board from 2006. She has served on the boards of ITV, PwC, Metro AG, and other organisations and has chaired EuroCommerce, the EU retail trade association, the UK ASEAN Business Council and Crown Agent. Through the conversation, she discusses the shifts she feels are impacting businesses operating in both the UK and overseas, highlighting the influence of the move to the digital on economies and the opportunities it can bring for businesses – delving into the important role ASEAN plays in this realm. Placing emphasis on the importance of the UK's relationship with not only Singapore but ASEAN as a whole, she shares her insights on the importance of international cooperation in tackling challenges involving cybersecurity, fraud, and data protection – in particular, ensuring the improvement of professional standards across the board through supporting skills development as well as establishing inclusivity through increasing female representation within the industry. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast series, we draw from the insights of our recent business sentiment survey, spotlighting two of the top challenges businesses reflected they were facing – attraction of talent and retention of talent. Putting a lens on small businesses, we explore the challenges they are facing within these realms, providing thoughtful discussions around the options and opportunities available for them to navigate through these obstacles. Steve McArthur, Managing Director/Resident CHRO at Insights & Solutions Asia and member of our Start Up, Entrepreneur & Small Business Committee, speaks with our Executive Director, David Kelly – taking listeners through some of the current challenges SMEs are facing with talent attraction and talent retention. Through the conversation, he lends his own experiences and successes consulting with SMEs to curate employee benefit packages tailored to the demographics of their organisation. Delving into the changing needs of today's multi-generational employee workforce, he highlights the wide range of resources and possible solutions available for small business owners and other leaders within smaller organisations to build strong employee welfare and development programmes. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠ Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠. Thank you for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast series, Bridging the Sustainability Gap, we explore the topic of green finance, putting a lens on the role financial institutions play in enabling business to meet their sustainability goals and effectively mitigate climate change. Going beyond just the green, we take the conversation further, diving into the importance of addressing the blue economy as well when thinking about building a robust climate strategy. Søren Nikolajsen, CEO of NatWest Asia Pacific, speaks with Lorena Paglia of our Sustainability Committee – taking listeners through some of NatWest's climate initiatives and priorities in sustainable development around the carbon market, he shares with us the role he played in driving leadership with the organisations sustainability strategy and spotlights the opportunities that can come with investing sustainable business practices. Through the conversation, he also lends his insights on the significance of blue bonds and what they entail, bringing to focus the blue economy's role in leading successful climate change action. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠⁠ Signup to our newsletter⁠⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠⁠website⁠⁠. Thank you for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast, we explore the multifaceted topic of leadership and workplace culture – delving into the extent leaders play in shaping, creating and influencing environments, behaviour's and attitudes within organisations. Elizabeth Bradford, Managing Director for Wholesale Banking at HSBC draws from her wealth of experience leading global teams as she speaks with Ashish Trivedi of our Leadership and Talent Development Committee, sharing her tips and strategies for cultivating positive, conducive and inclusive workplace culture. Bringing real world experiences into the conversation, she highlights some of the common challenges facing leaders today, lending insights on how to navigate through the shifts happening in today's organisational culture. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠website⁠. Thank you for tuning in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this episode of our podcast, we delve into the crucial topic of staying safe while navigating the vast digital realm. As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, it is increasingly essential to equip ourselves with practical tips and knowledge to ensure the safety of ourselves and loved ones. Ian Stevenson, CEO and Co-founder of Cyacomb shares with us more about technology safety online with Daisy Radford of the ICT Committee, and gave his knowledge regarding the dark web, the impact on one's psychological health especially in children if we are not careful and steps on building awareness to see the warning signs. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Our Executive Director, David Kelly had the opportunity to interview Rt Hon Anne-Marie Trevelyan MP, Minister of State (Indo-Pacific) for the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office during her visit to Singapore. She shared in detail regarding her role in the region and what are the plans surrounding opportunities between UK and Singapore. The in-depth conversation shed some light on sustainability, tech and building relations with countries within the region. A chartered accountant by trade, Anne-Marie sat on the House of Commons' Public Accounts Committee from July 2015 to May 2017 and December 2018 to July 2019. She has previously served as the Parliamentary Private Secretary to the Secretary of State for Defence. As an MP, she has campaigned with colleagues for greater autism awareness and has focused on the Armed Forces Covenant. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Welcome to our second episode of The Customer Experience Series where we explore how to bring behavioural science into your customer experience. In this episode, Nicki Houghton continues to deep dive into the benefits of implementing behavioural sciences into our daily lives from work, businesses and how we even interact with others on face to face level. An example Richard Chataway gave is a concept called, The Paradox of Choice, which is that if we're given too many options to choose from, and an abundance of choice in terms of providers and services that we can use. We find that overwhelming as people often face choice paralysis. So, we don't make a decision because we have too many options and we can't possibly decide what the best one is. And if we observe carefully at online streaming platforms and even e-commerce sites, these recommendation engines are a part of utilising behavioural sciences for your business which boosts the customer experience. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠website⁠. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Welcome to our first episode of The Customer Experience Series where we explore how to bring behavioural science into your customer experience. In this episode, our speakers from GoBeyond speak to Nicki Houghton on how businesses have started to apply behavioural science principles to customer experience in order to improve their services and products. During their discussion, it was noted how businesses can apply behavioural science to customer experience through multiple methods that influences one's decisions. One such example was the use of nudges which are subtle cues which encourages an individual to make a certain decision. Research has shown that customer behaviour can be influenced by a variety of factors, such as social norms, emotions, cognitive biases, and environmental cues. By understanding these factors, businesses can design their customer experience to encourage positive behaviours and improve customer satisfaction. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Our flagship diversity event of the year, the International Women's Day Lunch, returned to the calendar for 2023 with a stellar line-up of speakers on this year's theme - #EmbraceEquity. The event, led by our Women in Business Committee, opens with a welcome glass of champagne, kindly sponsored by ⁠The Global Collective⁠ In our second IWD episode, we hear from Naomi Vowels, Co-Founder and Director of givvable, and David Jacob, Chief Executive Officer of Marsh Asia, who share their personal experiences with embracing diversity and equity at work and at home. Our speakers advocate for the narrative to be more outspoken and to have a voice in places where it matters, such as engaging the committee and becoming the voice of change. Thank you to our Title Partner, and Official Diversity and Inclusion Partner of the Chamber since 2014, ⁠Barclays⁠, along with our Supporting Partners, ⁠XCL World Academy⁠, ⁠Santa Fe Relocation⁠, ⁠Mercer, ⁠⁠Mott MacDonald⁠, ⁠Kennedys Legal Solutions⁠, ⁠BT⁠and ⁠Elliott Scott HR⁠. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. ⁠Signup to our newsletter⁠ for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our ⁠website⁠. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Our flagship diversity event of the year, the International Women's Day Lunch, returned to the calendar for 2023 with a stellar line-up of speakers on this year's theme - #EmbraceEquity. The event, led by our Women in Business Committee, opens with a welcome glass of champagne, kindly sponsored by The Global Collective In this episode, we hear from Christine Amour-Levar, Co-Founder Women on a Mission and Founder HER Planet Earth who discusses how that different resources are needed to address an uneven social system. She also explained how through equity, it would give a voice to individuals of different backgrounds an even playing ground to take a step forward to more better world. Our speakers Christine Amour-Levar, Co-Founder Women on a Mission and Founder HER Planet Earth, Naomi Vowels, Co-Founder and Director of givvable, Godelieve Van Dooren, CEO, Southeast Asia Growth Markets of Mercer and David Jacob, Chief Executive Officer, Marsh Asia also provided their comments and insights where they open questions to the floor during the moderated panel discussion in this podcast. Thank you to our Title Partner, and Official Diversity and Inclusion Partner of the Chamber since 2014, Barclays , along with our Supporting Partners, XCL World Academyn, Santa Fe Relocation, Mercer, Mott MacDonald, Kennedys Legal Solutions, BT and Elliott Scott HR. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

Welcome to another episode of Marketing Movers & Shakers, a podcast series by the Marketing and Communications Committee featuring some of Singapore's and Asia's most inspiring marketers and communicators today. In this series, we learn what makes our guests tick, what their professional journey has been thus far, their predictions for the future of the marketing and communications sector in Asia, and what advice they would provide to ambitious marketers and communicators who are just starting out. In this episode, Suzy Goulding, Chair of the M&C committee invited Nicki Houghton, Regional Marketing VP, Asia Pacific at Collinson. Nicki oversees lead generation and brand awareness initiatives from communications and PR to digital campaigns. With a career rooted in marketing communications, Nikki is skilled in securing live broadcast interviews with the likes of BBC World News, Bloomberg and CNBC. As an expert in her field she advises young marketers to be more bold and daring. Networking or having a voice in meetings is a good start but ultimately putting oneself out there despite feeling nervous or anxious about it. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In the rush for the digitalisation in the financial services and regulation sector, customers are gaining a higher level of convenience and processes in their systems. However, with the rise of convenience, an almost parental state is emerging in which businesses are increasingly asked to safeguard and look after individuals. Sasha Slevec, Financial Crime Lead, Australia, Featurespace, discussed with Mike Rourke, Chair of the Finance and FinTech Committee on how fraud and scams work especially in the very fast paced finance and fintech industry. Sasha explained how there is a very thin silver lining between frauds and scams and how one can practice vigilance and awareness to see them. Our speakers also shared how 'trust' is the common key factor in how these scammers execute their plans on unsuspecting victims. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

In this special episode, we are delighted to have three students from Dulwich College (Singapore), Rumi Lorenzo Aquino, Jessica Boa and Charlotte Chloe Cretot sharing with us more with their views on sustainability and how it has an effect on the younger generation and future economy. Although a number of students are involved in sustainability in lots of different ways, these three have all been recommended hiring by teachers at the college, which is why they have this opportunity to speak to us all. The students focused on how sustainability begins at the bottom level and how promoting this topic through education could be a good place to start in raising awareness. These students hope to see more sustainable practices in the industry in the near future and to raise awareness one step at a time. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/britcham-singapore/message

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Welcome to the final episode of our Journey to Sustainable Finance series and the final podcast of 2022, in which we discuss key aspects in environmental finance, social finance, and governance (ESG). Eric Lim, CSO, UOB Bank, and our host, Oriana Brine of the British Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Committee, join us in this episode. Eric Lim discusses how he got to where he is today, what drew him to sustainability, what is occurring today that he anticipated would happen a decade ago, and what, in his opinion, industry and government should prioritize. Eric is on this podcast because of his unique position as an agent of change within the ASEAN and financial systems. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

In this very special episode, we are delighted to have Professor Sir Steve Smith who was appointed as the UK International Education Champion in June 2019; a government role aimed at boosting Global Education partnerships all over the world. He was also appointed as the Prime Minister's Special Representative for education to Saudi Arabia in October 2019. And of the five tier one countries for Steve to help enhance UK International Education partnerships. Education was the theme during the first week of December in Singapore with the British Council who ran the first regional edition of their flagship Going Global Conference. In conjunction with the theme, Professor Sir Steve Smith shares with us the trends he is seeing in this part of the world and what the UK plans to develop the talent and people in ASEAN more broadly. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

In this podcast, we are delighted to have Jacob Martin, Deputy Head of College of Dulwich College Singapore who shares with us more about the Compassionate Systems Framework and how it is implemented in our current education system. The Compassionate Systems Framework's fundamental goal is to cultivate "compassionate integrity" in students and teachers—alignment between how we think, feel, and act as a result of a growing understanding of interconnectedness. So there are a set of wellbeing, mindful tools, which are also used in the classroom, in conjunction with those systems thinking tools that unpack those environmental issues. So it's a combination of those two things, the learning tools we use in the classroom, and then a set of practices around mindfulness, and also compassionate practice which we practice with our students. When they're experiencing these sorts of lessons. And it's, through the framework which has actually changed our culture, more than any other aspect. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

Welcome to the second episode of our Journey to Sustainable Finance series, in which we address significant issues in the field of environmental finance, social and governance (ESG). In this episode, we're joined by Vi Nguyen, Principal Sustainability Strategist, Forum for the Future, and our host, Oriana Brine of the British Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Committee. Vi Nguyen shared her story more about her call to leadership and what makes the world of sustainable finance essential in transforming our current systems. She mentioned how decarbonisation is the main focus in today's economy but there is no one solution that fixes it all; learning to adapt and adjust to the current economy and linking it to the industry. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

Today for our In Conversation series, we're discussing technology and logistics and how they complement each other in the world of business. Andrew McKeown has more than 20 years of professional experience in international logistics and leadership, and he has a proven track record of providing cutting-edge services in tough circumstances. He is currently the Co-Founder and CEO of Logchain, a digital platform that aims to transform the logistics industry for everyone who moves things around or purchase them. Our Executive Director, David Kelly, discusses with Andrew more about the history of how supply chain has came to be and how it has adapted during turbulent times such as COVID-19. In this podcast we gain a deeper appreciation of the logistics and supply chain process and understand how the two works hand in hand. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

As diversity and inclusion continues to be top of mind for many businesses, the lack of diverse representation in leadership positions is at the forefront of the discussion. In this podcast, D&I Committee member and Partner for Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, Wanjing Goh, talks to Karen Loon, acclaimed author and member of the Governing Council at the Singapore Institute of Directors. This episode looks at how successful culturally diverse leaders at work resolve the contradictions and tensions of their identities within organisations, and what we can learn from leaders who advocate for this change. With this in mind and how Singapore is thriving as a business hub, we learn more about the need for talent and how diversity and inclusion come into play. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

In conjunction with Mental health week, our Executive Director, David Kelly sits down with our Healthcare & Life Sciences Chair and Committee member, Sigal Atzmon, from Medix Global and John Ntatsopoulos from Expat Insurance. Our speakers discuss on the perception of mental healthcare and how the insurance and medical field can further improve awareness and address the stigma around it. With increased awareness of mental health conditions, more people are looking for insurance plans that cover mental health issues. Although some insurers are witnessing an increase in demand for insurance policies that include mental health coverage, industry analysts say such options are still limited and are often inadequate. However, our Healthcare & Life Sciences Committee believe that there is progress in raising awareness and that we should work together as a nation to make Singapore a better place for mental health. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

In this special edition of our In Conversation episodes, we are excited to bring you Abbie Eaton, racing driver in the W Series women's elite motorsport league. The W Series is a free-to-enter championship, launched in 2018, that provides equal opportunities for women and eliminates the financial barriers that have historically prevented them from progressing to the upper echelons of motorsport. W Series races appear in the racing calendar around the globe, including in Singapore this weekend. Abbie talked with our Executive Director, David Kelly about her driving journey, the obstacles she has faced including her back-breaking racing injury last October, and the success that comes with hard work and commitment. Born to a racing driver father but without a silver spoon in her mouth, Abbie grew up around motorsport. In 2018, she joined the cast of Amazon's The Grand Tour as a test driver. Initially a critic of the W Series, after seeing the debut season and witnessing how it supported the development of the drivers' careers, she converted and jumped back into the driver's seat. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

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Cybersecurity is the protection of internet-connected systems such as hardware, software and data from cyberthreats. The practice is used by individuals and enterprises to protect against unauthorized access to data centers and other computerized systems. Richard Koh, Chief Technology & Security Officer, Microsoft Singapore, discussed with Daisy Radford of the ICT Committee how we can educate both individuals from a society and community perspective, but also at the organisational level for cybersecurity threats. Our guest shares how to strengthen the foundation with the people of Singapore to protect themselves from scammers and cyber criminals who are constantly adapting and growing just to retrieve private confidential data. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

In our latest In Conversation episode, Alvin Tan, Assistant CEO of the Industry Cluster Group for JTC, discusses the upcoming developments and foreseeable future for Jurong Innovation District and Punggol Digital District with our Executive Director, David Kelly. Alvin also briefed us on the future of manufacturing and reimagining the future of the built environment sector. Alvin points out that its no longer just about providing land and building, but to play the role of an ecosystem builder to really connect the dots and bring projects together. In time to come, the new face of Singapore's manufacturing will be drastically different. It will be cleaner, smarter, and collaborative. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

Giles Henman Chartered MCSI, Senior Partner & Head of Business, Asia, Eight Wealth International is joined by Kelly Greig Eight International Tax & Legacy Experts who shares with us more about tax. As the world of finance becomes more complex, with growing different perspectives, Kelly and Giles answer the question that many people want to know but are afraid to ask. Despite the fact that many people have a broad understanding of finance and tax, Kelly felt there was a lack of legacy planning, and she shares with us more on advising clients, structuring their affairs, what you can do to save tax, and, most importantly, ensuring how your assets are protected for future generations. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

The world is changing, with old capitals declining and new hotspots emerging. We asked industry leaders from the sustainable and financial sectors what the present situation is for the world of green finance. In this episode of the Britcham Singapore podcast, Max Thomas from HSBC, Yoonme Jeong from OCBC, and Dominic Gregory from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP London talk to our Built Environment committee host, Amara Buyse. In the second part of our double episode on the topic, our speakers discuss how some of the new and creative instruments in this field work, and what recent advances mean for the mainstreaming of green finance. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

Welcome to the first episode of Marketing Movers & Shakers, a podcast series by the Marketing and Communications Committee featuring some of Singapore's and Asia's most inspiring marketers and communicators today. In this series, we learn what makes our guests tick, what their professional journey has been thus far, their predictions for the future of the marketing and communications sector in Asia, and what advice they would provide to ambitious marketers and communicators who are just starting out. In this episode, Suzy Goulding, co-chair of the M&C committee invited Guy Middleton, General Manager Innovation - Asia Pacific, DIAGEO who tells us more about his career journey, how he overcame hurdles and share some social tips for all aspiring marketers in the industry. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

The world is changing, with old capitals declining and new hotspots emerging. So we asked industry leaders from the sustainable and financial sectors what the present situation is for the world of green finance. Max Thomas from HSBC, Yoonme Jeong from OCBC, and Dominic Gregory from Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP London tells our Built Environment committee host, Amara Buyse, more. This week, we examine the landscape of sustainable investing and highlight green finance. Our speakers discuss how some new and creative instruments in this field work, and our panelists discuss what recent advances mean for the mainstreaming of green finance. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/britcham-singapore/message

Cyber security and protection is a hot topic right now among market players, analysts, and investors. In this episode, we consider how threats to endpoint security cause volatility and attempt to gauge what challenges – and opportunities – such dynamics can offer. Syed Abdul Rahman Alsagoff, Regional Sales Specialist for CISCO, discussed the strength and consequences of how powerful technology has become with Daisy Radford of the ICT Committee, and gave his knowledge on endpoint security and vital tips and skills to spot potential risks and breaches for businesses. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening!

As the workplace recovers from the pandemic, there are numerous opportunities to reevaluate how we conduct business. Graham Lim, Senior Partner Manager at Globalisation Partners, Janelle Gavin, Regional HR Manager, APAC & ANZ at Mott Macdonald, Rob Squires, Vice President & Head of Sales, Asia & Japan at Ceridian, and Vidya Santhanam, Co-founder & CEO at Fitbots discuss key current issues ranging from flexible hours to physical workplaces, as well as the importance of retaining a global outlook and talents. Our presenters also highlighted the great resignation and how businesses better retain and support their current talents in a very competitive job market. As the future of work evolves, having a modern, technology-driven employee experience will be critical to an organization's capacity to continue to attract and retain talent, manage a more distributed workforce, and respond to any future workforce disruption. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we invite Nick Adams, Vice President of Sales EMEA, Globalization Partners who shares with us on a current and trending topic; recruiting globally and expanding into different regions. As the pandemic winds down in 2022, remote jobs and international prospects have been making headlines. Nick discusses how businesses adapted and experimented with their operations during the pandemic, and how some were able to maintain and even thrive during the period. With this, we are gradually seeing a transition in the workforce market in which diversity and inclusivity are all taken into account, resulting in a more diverse workforce for all industries. Subscribe to the BritCham Singapore Podcast on your favourite player, and if you're listening on Spotify or Apple, please take a second to give us a 5* rating if you enjoy the show. Signup to our newsletter for more information and the opportunity to request topics and guests in future episodes, or head to our website. Thanks for listening!