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The Inclusive Careers Fair 2023

17 June 2023
10am to 5pm
WeWork 21 Collyer Quay

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Panel Discussion with 6 speakers on How to build a Culture of Inclusivity at Proud Spaces 2019
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The Vision

JOIN an ecosystem to create more inclusive workplaces and societies

TAKE PART in a solution to create a sense of belonging for other people in the world

MEET a potential future employer of choice

DISCOVER a company you never knew existed

BUILD connections with groups of people you may not have met in your own circles

LEARN something new to better yourself

HELP someone else become better

BE a part of something bigger than yourself

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Look Forward To

Creating Connections

Curious to find out how some of the world's most admired companies build culture, achieve success and find talent? Spend time with their people at our fair and you might just find your answers.

Confidence Classes

This is all about you. Work with our facilitators and emerge stronger, with new knowledge and skills to put to the test.

Conversation circles

Do you feel belonging at work? Do you feel accepted and safe in society? Join the conversation with industry leaders, public figures and everyday people about whether inclusion and diversity work is making a difference.

A Celebration of Community

Life can be harder for some of us. Meet people who focus their efforts on making lives better for others who need it more.

Pink Fest

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Prout

Pink Fest

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Prout

Inclusive Arts Movement

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Speak Up by Petrina Kow

Using Your Voice For Presence And To Disagree Positively

  • 10.30am
  • 90 mins
  • 5
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Kumar

Founder & CEO
Verteix Co.

  • 10.30am
  • 90 mins
  • 5
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Max Tan

Chief Designer
Prmeia

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Mindy Oliver

Head Of Design
Nymphbit

  • 10.30am
  • 90 mins
  • 5
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Join our Conversation Circles

Same same but different

  • 11am to 12pm
  • Moderated by: Petrina Kow

The importance of communities and self-empowerment 

What it means to be different – “lived experiences”

The spirit of inclusion as the foundation of a diverse society

Panelists

Patrick Lee

CEO, Standard Chartered

Vivian Law Annan

Head of HR, AEJ, Nomura

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Co-chair of Pride Network, Nomura

Victor Mills

CEO, Singapore International Chamber of Commerce

Is diversity and inclusion a double-edged sword?

  • 2pm to 3pm
  • Moderated by: Nikki Muller

What are the challenges faced by organisations pushing for a more inclusive workplace culture?

How do you balance fairness and belonging amongst various groups in an organisation?

How does an organisation that is truly inclusive feel like and look like to you

Panelists

Vivian Law Annan

Head of HR, AEJ, Nomura

Patrick Lee

CEO, Standard Chartered

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Co-chair of Pride Network, Nomura

Victor Mills

CEO, Singapore International Chamber of Commerce

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Sign up for a Confidence Class

This is all about you. Work with our facilitators and emerge stronger, with new knowledge and skills to put to the test.
At SGD$5 a class, it’s a steal!

Rest Up by ResMed

When was the last time you woke up feeling fresh and ready for the day? Join ResMed for this interactive session that is sure to keep you awake! Answer a quiz to check how good your sleep is, learn what good sleep habits are and how to start practicing them. You’ll be raring to go to sleep after.

  • 10am
  • 60 mins
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Brand Up by Linkedin

LinkedIn’s social media platform is a necessary part of professional networking and career development. Discover how to rock your LinkedIn profile. Learn how to build your personal brand and get noticed by recruiters.

  • 11am
  • 60 mins
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Power up by Expedia Group

Boost your next interview with tips on how to create a captivating narrative. Go get that next interview!

  • 12pm
  • 60 mins
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Speak Up by Petrina Kow

Learn breathing and articulation exercises taught to actors and professional speakers, enabling you to connect with others and to feel vocally vibrant.

  • 1pm
  • 60 mins
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Show Up By foodpanda

Show up confidently with your 'elevator pitch' anywhere, anytime. This class will help you sharpen that important first impression.

  • 3pm
  • 60 mins
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Team Up By Agata Mathiasen

Get a better understanding of the roots of your identity, the meaning of what we pay attention to and our preferences, how we communicate, make decisions, and build connections with others.

  • 4pm
  • 60 mins
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Join Our Conversation Circles​

Same same but different

  • 11am to 12pm
  • Moderated by: Petrina Kow

Our panellists will discuss the importance of communities, self-empowerment, and the spirit of inclusion as the foundation of a diverse society.  Watch them explore what it means to be ‘different’ and how their lived experiences have contributed to their opinions on the subject.

Panellists

Kumar

Comedian, Actor, Television Host and Drag Queen

Kumar wears many hats. He is a comedian, actor, television host and drag queen. With sharp humour and keen observations, his commentary on life in Singapore, particularly about race, sex and politics has made him a household name. 

Come hear him speak of the importance of finding your voice and being true to yourself, while always having a laugh.

Kumar wears many hats. He is a comedian, actor, television host and drag queen. With sharp humour and keen observations, his commentary on life in Singapore, particularly about race, sex and politics has made him a household name. 

Come hear him speak of the importance of finding your voice and being true to yourself, while always having a laugh.

Yvelyn Tey

Recruiter, Industrial Light & Magic

Yvelyn never gave up pursuing the life she wanted to lead. A rare condition called Macular Oedema almost left her blind in one eye and to this day, she requires long term steroid eye drops to manage her sight. To protect her eyes, she left her job as an auditor, started a cafe with friends and finally moved into recruitment when the cafe closed just before COVID. 

The fear of going blind whenever her condition flares up is a feature of Yvelyn’s life. Somehow, that has not dimmed her zest for life. To hear her speak is to be inspired and to recognise the importance of welcoming change, taking risks and maintaining strong support networks.

Yvelyn never gave up pursuing the life she wanted to lead. A rare condition called Macular Oedema almost left her blind in one eye and to this day, she requires long term steroid eye drops to manage her sight. To protect her eyes, she left her job as an auditor, started a cafe with friends and finally moved into recruitment when the cafe closed just before COVID. 

The fear of going blind whenever her condition flares up is a feature of Yvelyn’s life. Somehow, that has not dimmed her zest for life. To hear her speak is to be inspired and to recognise the importance of welcoming change, taking risks and maintaining strong support networks.

Avon Neo

Managing Director Head of Global Markets Private Bank Sales, Asia ex-Japan, Nomura

Avon is a high achiever in the world of finance. She holds a First Class Honor in Finance from The University of Western Australia and started managing teams before the age of 30. Be prepared to learn and laugh with Avon as she shares her experiences of changing mindsets in the financial industry, the importance of courage and managing your response when uncomfortable situations arise.

Avon is a high achiever in the world of finance. She holds a First Class Honor in Finance from The University of Western Australia and started managing teams before the age of 30. Be prepared to learn and laugh with Avon as she shares her experiences of changing mindsets in the financial industry, the importance of courage and managing your response when uncomfortable situations arise.

Toh Wei Soong

Singaporean competitive swimmer, publisher and fashion-lover

Yvelyn never gave up pursuing the life she wanted to lead. A rare condition called Macular Oedema almost left her blind in one eye and to this day, she requires long term steroid eye drops to manage her sight. To protect her eyes, she left her job as an auditor, started a cafe with friends and finally moved into recruitment when the cafe closed just before COVID. 

The fear of going blind whenever her condition flares up is a feature of Yvelyn’s life. Somehow, that has not dimmed her zest for life. To hear her speak is to be inspired and to recognise the importance of welcoming change, taking risks and maintaining strong support networks.

Wei Soong understands suffering and has used it to lead a life of growth and self-improvement. He is a Paralympian and a two-time Asian Para Games gold medallist.

At the recent ASEAN Para Games 2023, he won a total of three gold medals, as well as breaking his own record at the S7 100m Freestyle. He publishes poetry and philosophy. He is a fresh graduate of The Bridge Fashion Innovator incubator organised by The Singapore Fashion Council. 

Key to Wei Soong’s success is his unwavering focus on his goals, starting and ending his days with the question “What do I want to achieve today?” He is a believer in “doing the small things” to move forward, to overcome helplessness and take control. This is how he triumphs and breaks new ground.

Photo by: Singapore National Paralympic Council

Is diversity and inclusion a double-edged sword?

  • 2pm to 3pm
  • Moderated by: Nikki Muller

Change is hard, and organisations inevitably face challenges pushing for a more inclusive workplace culture. Our panel of business leaders will share what a truly inclusive organisation feels like and looks like to them. They’ll tell us how they balance fairness and belonging amongst various groups in an organisation

Panellists

Vivian
Law-Annan

Head of Human Resources and Head of Wholesale HR Advisory for the Asia ex-Japan region, Nomura

Vivian Law Annan is the Nomura Group’s Head of Human Resources and Head of Wholesale HR Advisory for the Asia ex-Japan region. Before joining Nomura, she spent 11 years at Standard Bank and later ICBC Standard Bank where she was Head of HR, Asia and Senior HR Business Partner to Investment Banking and Global Markets.

Throughout her career, Vivian has worked across Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney and Toronto in a variety of sectors including HR Consulting and Executive Search. Vivian holds a BSc Hons from University of Toronto with Majors in Economics and Psychology, and a Graduate Diploma in Organizational Psychology with the University of Sydney. She is a strong champion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and loves spending time with her family, including her two dogs and their adopted cat.

Vivian Law Annan is the Nomura Group’s Head of Human Resources and Head of Wholesale HR Advisory for the Asia ex-Japan region. Before joining Nomura, she spent 11 years at Standard Bank and later ICBC Standard Bank where she was Head of HR, Asia and Senior HR Business Partner to Investment Banking and Global Markets.

Throughout her career, Vivian has worked across Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney and Toronto in a variety of sectors including HR Consulting and Executive Search. Vivian holds a BSc Hons from University of Toronto with Majors in Economics and Psychology, and a Graduate Diploma in Organizational Psychology with the University of Sydney. She is a strong champion of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and loves spending time with her family, including her two dogs and their adopted cat.

Aalishaan Zaidi

Global Head Personal Banking, Standard Chartered Bank

Aalishaan is the Global Head, Personal Banking for Consumer, Private & Business Banking (CPBB) at Standard Chartered Bank.

Based in Singapore, Aalishaan is responsible for delivering best in class client experience through a bank that  is “always on”,  is ubiquitous and is the partner of choice for ecosystems for the mass segment.

 

Aalishaan has been with Standard Chartered Bank for over 29 years and worked in the corporate & institutional, consumer & retail  and investment banking divisions of Standard Chartered since joining the bank in 1994 as a management trainee in Pakistan.

He has held a number of senior roles across Asia, Africa and the Middle East including Global Head Client Experience, Channels and Digital Banking, Chief Operating Officer Retail Banking, Group Head Branch Banking and Head of Consumer Banking, Pakistan.

Aalishaan is married and has 3 children. Outside of work, he is an avid painter and a committed student of Architecture.

Aalishaan is the Global Head, Personal Banking for Consumer, Private & Business Banking (CPBB) at Standard Chartered Bank.

Based in Singapore, Aalishaan is responsible for delivering best in class client experience through a bank that  is “always on”,  is ubiquitous and is the partner of choice for ecosystems for the mass segment.

 

Aalishaan has been with Standard Chartered Bank for over 29 years and worked in the corporate & institutional, consumer & retail  and investment banking divisions of Standard Chartered since joining the bank in 1994 as a management trainee in Pakistan.

He has held a number of senior roles across Asia, Africa and the Middle East including Global Head Client Experience, Channels and Digital Banking, Chief Operating Officer Retail Banking, Group Head Branch Banking and Head of Consumer Banking, Pakistan.

Aalishaan is married and has 3 children. Outside of work, he is an avid painter and a committed student of Architecture.

Michael Dykes

Vice President, Market Management (APAC), Expedia Group

Michael is leading the team who manages Expedia Group’s lodging inventory across Asia Pacific. In this role, he works with lodging supply partners to maximize their success and potential on the Expedia Group platform and stay ahead of digital innovation. He also works with peers across Expedia Group to create great traveller experiences and be an advocate for the APAC region.

Michael joined Expedia Group in 2015 as Representative Director. In his seven-year tenure with the company, he has built a unique B2B knowledge that can benefit all supply partners as they charter the complexities of the travel ecosystem. Prior to joining Expedia Group, Michael worked at Microsoft where his last role was Director of Corporate Accounts.

Michael holds a degree in Applied Mathematics from M.I.T. He was born in Okinawa (Japan) and raised in the U.S. from the age of 7.

In addition to his role as VP of Lodging Supply Management for APAC at Expedia Group, Michael serves as the executive sponsor of the APAC Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council. This council leverages 20+ senior leaders across all Expedia Group divisions and super-regions to ensure that inclusion work is locally relevant and embedded into all areas of the business.

Michael is leading the team who manages Expedia Group’s lodging inventory across Asia Pacific. In this role, he works with lodging supply partners to maximize their success and potential on the Expedia Group platform and stay ahead of digital innovation. He also works with peers across Expedia Group to create great traveller experiences and be an advocate for the APAC region.

Michael joined Expedia Group in 2015 as Representative Director. In his seven-year tenure with the company, he has built a unique B2B knowledge that can benefit all supply partners as they charter the complexities of the travel ecosystem. Prior to joining Expedia Group, Michael worked at Microsoft where his last role was Director of Corporate Accounts.

Michael holds a degree in Applied Mathematics from M.I.T. He was born in Okinawa (Japan) and raised in the U.S. from the age of 7.

In addition to his role as VP of Lodging Supply Management for APAC at Expedia Group, Michael serves as the executive sponsor of the APAC Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council. This council leverages 20+ senior leaders across all Expedia Group divisions and super-regions to ensure that inclusion work is locally relevant and embedded into all areas of the business.

Bernard Ryan

Employee & Labour Relations Director - APAC, Apple

Aalishaan is the Global Head, Personal Banking for Consumer, Private & Business Banking (CPBB) at Standard Chartered Bank.

Based in Singapore, Aalishaan is responsible for delivering best in class client experience through a bank that  is “always on”,  is ubiquitous and is the partner of choice for ecosystems for the mass segment.

 

Aalishaan has been with Standard Chartered Bank for over 29 years and worked in the corporate & institutional, consumer & retail  and investment banking divisions of Standard Chartered since joining the bank in 1994 as a management trainee in Pakistan.

He has held a number of senior roles across Asia, Africa and the Middle East including Global Head Client Experience, Channels and Digital Banking, Chief Operating Officer Retail Banking, Group Head Branch Banking and Head of Consumer Banking, Pakistan.

Aalishaan is married and has 3 children. Outside of work, he is an avid painter and a committed student of Architecture.

Bernard leads Apple’s APAC Employee & Labour Relations team.  Bernard is also a very proud Executive Sponsor of the Apple Singapore’s Pride@Apple Diversity Network Association. 

Growing up Bernard played the cello and dreamed of becoming a professional musician, but reality intervened and he ended up studying law and then built a career in human resources.  Bernard joined Apple in Sydney 11 years ago, and moved to Singapore 2 years ago. Prior to joining Apple, Bernard worked in HR roles in investment banking and professional services, in Sydney and in Los Angeles. 

At work, Bernard is inspired by the care that is at the core of everything we do at Apple. And outside of work, Bernard and his amazing husband of 22 years love to travel and are passionate about music and art. 

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10am to 11am

Confidence Class : Rest Up

Join Susie Justus, Clinical Concierge Specialist from ResMed as they test your sleep knowledge, illustrate the science behind the wonders of a good sleep and introduce you to Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB), including the signs and symptoms of Sleep Apnea (laughs guaranteed).

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11am to 12pm

Confidence Class : Brand Up

LinkedIn’s social media platform is a necessary part of professional networking and career development. Discover how to rock your LinkedIn profile. Learn how to build your personal brand and get noticed by recruiters.

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11am to 12pm

Conversation Circle: Same same but Different

Our panellists will discuss the importance of communities, self-empowerment, and the spirit of inclusion as the foundation of a diverse society. Watch them explore what it means to be ‘different’ and how their lived experiences have contributed to their opinions on the subject.
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12pm to 1pm

Confidence Class : Power Up

Boost your next interview with tips on how to create a captivating narrative. Go get that next interview!

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1pm to 2pm

Confidence Class : Speak Up

Learn breathing and articulation exercises taught to actors and professional speakers, enabling you to connect with others and to feel vocally vibrant.

Conducted by: Petrina Kow, Voice, Accents and Presentation Coach

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2pm to 3pm

Conversation Circle: Is diversity and inclusion a double-edged sword?

Change is hard, and organisations inevitably face challenges pushing for a more inclusive workplace culture. Our panel of business leaders will share what a truly inclusive organisation feels like and looks like to them. They’ll tell us how they balance fairness and belonging amongst various groups in an organisation.
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3pm to 4pm

Confidence Class : Show Up

Show up confidently with your 'elevator pitch' anywhere, anytime. This class will help you sharpen that important first impression.

PRESENTED BY: foodpanda

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4pm to 5pm

Confidence Class : Team Up

Get a better understanding of the roots of your identity, the meaning of what we pay attention to and our preferences, how we communicate, make decisions, and build connections with others.

Conducted by: Agata Mathiasen, Career Coach, Aperian Global

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Location

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21 Collyer Quay Singapore 049320

Getting There

By Train

North South and East West lines at Raffles Place MRT (2 minute walk) | Downtown line at Downtown MRT (10 minute walk)
 
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Bus stop (Fullterton Sq ID: 03011): 10, 10E, 57, 70, 75, 100, 107, 130, 131, 162, 167, 196, 196e, 652, 656, 660 663, 665, 850E, 868E, 951E, 971, 531

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