A scientist by day and an activist by evening and weekends. Maisha Reza’s campaigns are pivoted on feminism- ensuring equitable opportunities and resources to bring out the best in everyone. What's your story? Born in Bangladesh and raised in Singapore in a privileged family since childhood, gave …
Following his passion, and wanting to make sure that no one is left behind during the new digital revolution, Yoann founded Dathappy to merge social and digital innovation. What's your story? Growing up in the French countryside as my father was a farmer, I discovered local and …
After some failed attempts, Willis Lau gradually got to where he is today by believing anything can be achieved if you attack it relentlessly. He enjoys muay thai, swimming in his spare time. What's your story? I was an extreme introvert, especially during my younger days. I …
Angie Lau is an accomplished journalist who is optimizing her experience with technology to truly help businesses communicate effectively and authentically. What's your story? After 20+ years as a journalist, I am embracing my inner entrepreneur and giving her the driver’s seat. I left my anchor role …
With years of experience as a 5-star Hotelier, Chris Harris is reinventing education with the introduction of technology and focus on the perfect customer experience for every student. What's your story? I’m the Executive Dean -Academic and Industry Engagement at Kaplan Singapore. This role means my team …
New parents are commonly faced with the task of trying to find safe clothes for their kids to wear. Ellen and Leisia make this easy with their online shop. What's your story? Ellen: With us both new to motherhood, we were on the hunt for casual-cool clothing …
At a young age and with lack of experience, Lennise’s first attempt at starting a business was not a success. She did not give up and now has a successful business in the tech sector. What's your story? I was born into a family of entrepreneurs. There …
Ethan Lim shares how a casual dinner and natural conversation sparked how to use technology more broadly to help the education sector. He founded Teach-n-Learn soon after. What's your story? Growing up, my parents would make me watch the evening news to improve my command of English. …
Susannah is the founder of a multi-label online boutique. In her down time she enjoys exercise and making music. What's your story? I’m originally from the United Kingdom but have called Singapore home since 2012. During my 4.5 years working as a magazine editor, I became jaded …
I met Shiyan Koh at the Women in Tech Singapore 2018. Koh was the VP of business operations and corporate development at personal finance company NerdWallet. She formerly worked as an investment professional at Bridgewater Associates and Institutional Venture Partners. She is now at Hustle Fund; …
