Business Speakers in Singapore

Mohit Arora has worked extensively in the areas of market entry, new product design and performance benchmarking across multiple industry sectors. He was the Regional Vice President at J.D. Power Asia Pacific responsible for overseeing the company’s operations as well as building and managing business relationships with clients in the Asia Pacific region.

Mohit was the regional consulting head for the company and led advisory on solutions, customer satisfaction, product quality and network improvement programs. He currently mentors and consults business on solution based selling, strategy and operations excellence. Mohit has specific focus on the auto sector, with key insights on topics such as industry trends, consumer behavior, and data-based decision making. 

A passionate consultant at heart with continued involvement in leading consulting engagements helping organizations get ready for the Future of Work. Demonstrated abilities to collaborate, partner and influence multiple stakeholders across various geographies and cultures. Entrepreneurial builder with proven track record of starting and scaling up teams and professional services practices across multiple organizations. Key sponsor of the HR innovation ecosystem - startups, accelerators, venture capitalists, innovators in South East Asia. Keynote speaker at Regional and Global HR conferences with various media mentions in both Print and Television. Strong and consistent business growth in business leadership roles undertaken. Enabled by clearly articulated priorities and focus, strengthened client value proposition with relevant and future ready offerings, strong business operations and discipline and nurturing senior team effectiveness.

An advocate of sustainability, Cancrie develops high-quality material by recycling coconut shells which is an eco-friendly and efficient way of manufacturing batteries and supercapacitors. My work includes securing grants/funds, establishing and conceptualizing facilities to innovate and carry out production and commercialization. Worked as a Principal Investigator and Technology Consultant for Multi-National Companies (MNCs) and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Singapore. Holds a Ph.D. degree from National University.

PandL leader with a track record of impact in Fortune 50 Pharma, Medical and Consumer Product companies, driving transformations to the tune of $250m and EBITDA uplift of $100m. Versatility and the ability to drive sustainable change in managing different mandates be that a Start-up, a Multinational or an SME. Proven change agent with the ability to navigate multiple countries, regions and cultures (Europe, Asia and ANZ) with a track record of driving employee experience and 98%+ retention.

Eric is an experienced senior executive, advocate and trusted advisor with over 21 years combined experiences comprising Capital Markets, FinTech, Entrepreneurship, Intrapreneurship and VUCA Leadership in building up businesses and establishing footholds. Eric has always been an ardent technologist, enthused by new innovations. Prior to his Entrepreneurship, he had the privilege to be part of Asia Pacific senior sales leadership team in BT Group, UOB Kay Hian, CMC Markets, RTS Realtime Systems and FlexTrade Systems. Most recently, Eric was appointed as a Board Director of Medway Investments, a family office investment management company with minimum AUM of $100 million established since 1980 and the former President of Hg Exchange, a digital private securities exchange awarded Monetary Authority of Singapore ("MAS") Recognised Market Operator in 2021.

Vishal is a seasoned media executive with an extensive background spanning Asia-Pacific. Presently, he holds the role of Chief Commercial Officer at HOOQ, shouldering full commercial and operational responsibilities for the region. His remit includes leading Partnerships, Business Strategy, and Customer Service. Vishal's journey led him to HOOQ after a notable nine-year tenure at Turner, where he culminated as General Manager for Southeast Asia. He orchestrated several pioneering feats for Turner, encompassing launching the Cartoon Network Watch and Play app and establishing pivotal telco partnerships. Notably, he drove Turner's ventures into Korean entertainment, played a pivotal role in a TOP 5 free-to-air network joint venture in Thailand, and facilitated investments in Vietnam's largest digital content creator and publisher. Beyond media, Vishal is a fintech, health, wellness, and food tech enthusiast. Holding an MBA from INSEAD Business School, his expertise amalgamates media prowess with a passion for transformative industries.

Ashok Menghani is a Business leader, an Entrepreneur, Firmly believes in Channels and Alliances, Services, Digital transformations, and market share growth ensuring an accelerated and sustainable business. Specialties: CEO of the assigned Business operations, New and Emerging Markets. Go-to-Market, Operational Marketing, Services, and transformation. Thought leadership towards Mega-trends like industrialization, urbanization, and digitization and realities on how we design and operate for the future. He is committed to providing sustainable solutions to dynamic shifts that are brought about by mega-trends, ensuring that we are collectively building a more sustainable world.

Ramesh is a passionate macro markets Investor, start-up advisor/investor/mentor/board member and innovation seeker. Ramesh thrives on creating/ learning and assessing opportunities in the alternate investments world. Ramesh currently is the Vice Chairman of Business Angel Network of South East Asia( BANSEA) and part of the investment commitee of its different funds.He hasadvised/invested and mentored start ups across Asia Pacific, Israel and US and has been a speaker in several start up conferences in the region.

Glenn is a Co-Founder and the current Group CEO of CAC-H2 Pte Ltd, green hydrogen and renewable energy company headquartered in Singapore. Glenn is also a Co-Founder and Group CEO of CannAcubed, a Singapore-based biotech company focused on health, clean energy, poverty alleviation, and climate change.

Robin Speculand is a recognized pioneer and expert in strategy and digital implementation. He is driven to transform strategy implementation globally by inspiring leaders to adopt a different mindset and approach. The founder of three companies and three business associations, Robin is CEO of Bridges Business Consultancy Int. and co-founder of the Strategy Implementation Institute and the Ticking Clock Guys. He is also a TEDx presenter and facilitator for IMD, and Duke CE.

Sandrine Woirnesson was the Chief Financial Officer at Villeroy and Boch. She is an accomplished Business Turnaround Executive with over 20 years of corporate experience working with multinational companies and medium sized enterprises in global markets. Her Cross- sector expertise lies in organizational development, operations and strategic planning, as well as financial management and corporate finance. Prior to Villeroy and Boch, she has been associated with Groupe Beaumanoir, Delphi, SEB Asia, and Philips.

Jix Sze is a senior management professional at Jix Sze and Partners LLP, which render services in terms of talks, training, learning and development consultancy for different sectors including the early childhood education sector. He is also co-founding partner of an insurance consulting agency. For eight years, he also helmed a firm that distributes and publishes children�s educational products. Besides entrepreneurial experience, his training consultancy experience includes inspirational talks, human capital development, workplace learning, train-the-trainer programmes.

John Buchanan, an Australian cricket strategist, left an indelible mark on the sport. As the coach of the Australian cricket team from 1999 to 2007, his tenure witnessed unparalleled success, securing multiple Ashes victories and consecutive Cricket World Cup wins. Known for innovative tactics, he introduced sports psychology and unconventional team structures, reshaping cricket coaching methodologies. Despite initial skepticism, Buchanan's leadership revolutionized team dynamics, emphasizing collaboration and mental resilience. Post his coaching career, he contributed to various cricket leagues globally and authored insightful books on leadership and coaching. His pioneering strategies continue to influence modern cricket coaching and team management.

Gil Petersil is a global thought leader on business strategy, effective networking, and mastermind methodology. As a serial entrepreneur and global speaker, Gil is passionate about empowering conscious entrepreneurs, global leaders, and organizations on how to organically scale their business, create long-lasting win-win partnerships that bring value to their communities, and make an impact in the World by implementing sustainable business practices. He is a senior management professional at GoGlobal MasterMind, a networking forum for leaders. With over 23 years of entrepreneurial experience gained in 6 countries and over 1000 mentored start-ups, he is an authority in building relationships based on genuine, meaningful connections. He is also the Bestselling Author of “New Code of Networking”, a catalyst for merging Entrepreneurial Ecosystems, a Business Mentor to top executives and global leaders, a master at organizing networks and creating bridges across various sectors of Technology, Innovation, Government and Entrepreneurship.

Sazzad Hossain, a Singaporean visionary, embarked on his entrepreneurial journey at the tender age of nineteen with the creation of SDI Academy. Recognizing the struggles faced by migrant workers in Singapore due to language barriers, he initiated a mission to foster assimilation. Having migrated to Singapore at the age of ten, Sazzad's commitment to societal betterment led him to earn a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. Today, SDI Academy has evolved into SDI Global, and Sazzad oversees Crane HR and Atlas Consulting. A passionate public speaker, he has graced numerous forums nationally and internationally. Sazzad's remarkable achievements include being featured in Forbes 30 under 30, serving as an Ashoka Fellow, and holding the title of an Obama Leader.

Xiao Saunders, Franchise Consultant & Marketing Director at Deren Marketing, bridges Western brands into Asia's markets with a stellar track record. Fluent in English and Chinese, adept in communication, and armed with extensive marketing and franchising expertise, she has propelled numerous fitness brands to success as their exclusive consultant. Specializing in WeChat, TikTok, and RedBook marketing, she has mastered brand promotion both locally in Singapore and globally. 

Scott Harrison specializes in executive coaching, offering tailored solutions for leaders seeking personal and professional development. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by organizations, executives, and managers, Scott provides personalized guidance to enhance leadership skills and achieve work-life balance. Drawing on his coaching expertise, practical business acumen, and emotional intelligence accreditation , he empowers clients to strategically solve problems, level up their leadership, and improve decision-making. Scott helps clients transform their lives, achieving remarkable results such as increased efficiency, improved relationships, and heightened self-belief. 

Carina started as a practising lawyer at the Paris Bar, with experience in both Paris and Singapore. She quickly became Head of the French Desk at an international law firm, eventually becoming a partner in less than 5 years. During her career, Carina served as a Board Director of the now-known as the Belgium-Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce, from Sept. 2012 to Sept. 2018. She also shares her expertise as a Visiting University Lecturer/Trainer currently at the Singapore Management University.
Carina is an ICF - PCC certified coach and an accredited Mediator.  With fluency in English, French, Luxembourgish, German, and Portuguese, Carina embraces diverse languages and cultures. She continues to contribute her expertise in leadership and management to individuals and organizations.

With 15 years of commercial experience at brands such as PayPal, Levi Strauss, Adobe & Mastercard, across developed & developing markets, I have expertise in turning small business segments into growth driving portfolios for any organization. I have worked across a portfolio of international markets including South East Asia, India, Japan, Greater China, Australia, Latin America, Africa and Eastern Europe and launched many pilot programs.
My areas of expertise include Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing (SEO, SEM, Programmatic, Performance Marketing, Website, Social Media), AI/ML, Web 3.0, CRM, B2B and B2C Marketing, Brand Marketing.
In addition to being a growth marketer, I am an active supporter and volunteer for 2 key causes- women in business and education for underprivileged kids.

Sidharth Sogani is the Founder and CEO of CREBACO, a pure research based company working with the best professionals globally Building trust. They focus on making the industry a safer place for retail and institutional investor, who aims at auditing projects related to Block chain technology, Crypto-currencies, digital asset exchanges. He has a vision of making the industry more reliable and trustworthy by recognizing the potential projects in the space. He is also among board members of Block Next Solutions, which is a Crypto Portfolio Management Company.

The expert is a Senior Management Professional at 21North Euros Assistance. An Indian-born Singapore businessman who was instrumental in pioneering Vehicle Ownership Lifecycle Assistance company, 21North, with the vision to enhance experience of global vehicle owning demography in using, maintaining and managing their automobile properties. After moving to India, he worked as Manager of Corporate Sales for ICICI Bank. He later held executive positions at SIXT, Arval (BNP Paribas Group) and OPC Asset Solutions. He is well regarded for his expertise in asset procurement through diverse funding models.