Leaders share issues facing businesses head of Singapore APEX Business Summit
Key themes addressed include the impetus for globalisation, how businesses can foster diversity and the importance of technology as a business driver. The Singapore Apex Business Summit (SABS®) today held a preview event in the build-up to the Summit which will take place between 23 and 25 July 2024 at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore. The event brought together business leaders who shared their perspectives on pertinent challenges and opportunities facing businesses across the region. Hosted by Kok Ping Soon, Chief Executive OBicer, Singapore Business Federation (SBF) and Jason Ng, Managing Director, MP Singapore, key themes addressed included the pivotal role of technology, sustainability, and the role of trade partnerships in shaping the future of business in Singapore and globally. Further discussion focused on why engendering a corporate purpose is central to business competitiveness and how it can be embodied within organisations and through philanthropic practices. According to SBF’s National Business Survey 2023/2024, 9 in 10 businesses acknowledge the importance of business transformation but require support with digitalisation, internationalisation and sustainability challenges. The upcoming SABS® will equip business leaders and decision makers with the knowledge they need to tackle these challenges head on, while equipping attendees with actionable strategies that can be implemented to deliver positive impact in these key areas. Joining Mr Kok and Mr Ng at the media conference to share their insights on key topics were: • Tony Soh, Chief Executive OXicer, NVPC, shared insights on the linkages between corporate purpose and business competitiveness • Liew Nam Soon, EY Asean Regional Managing Partner; EY Singapore and Brunei Managing Partner, provided a sneak peek into the upcoming future economy conference • Pamela Chng, Founder, Bettr Group, shared her perspectives on demographic challenges and how businesses can foster diversity • Kelvin Tan, Managing Director, Head of Sustainable Finance […]