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Welcome to the first edition of Access Asia for 2016. I hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday with friends and family and you are recharged and ready to go. 2016 is shaping up to be a challenging year, with some significant economic and political shifts seemingly on the horizon.

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At AustCham we’ll be doing everything we can to keep you informed of the goings on and to provide forums for our members to share information and work together to take advantage of the opportunities that arise in changing times. In this edition we have a special focus on women in business in Singapore and the region. We are proud to support the many Australian women in senior positions in MNC’s as well as Australian women running their own businesses in Singapore and crafting their way in this dynamic Asian business environment. We love to celebrate success stories and this edition of Access Asia is indeed a celebration of grand proportions. I really enjoyed my interview with Ali Moore, having Ali on the other side of the microphone was a rare treat. My return home to spend Christmas with my family in Melbourne was a wonderful time, although I was deeply frustrated by the unfriendly public transport system for users. We aspire to be a smart nation and our Prime Minister, quite rightly, is actively encouraging Australia to be a place of innovation, but the public transport system is anything but innovative. It’s a terrible way to greet the many tourists and overseas business people that come to our great country. There is a silver lining to this story. In the last week I have run into three foreign friends who happened to be in Melbourne over the break, all travelling separately and all three raved about their experience, the scenery, the vibe, the food etc. - but not the transport system! I look forward to seeing you at one of our events in February and Gong Xi Fa Cai.

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Front cover image: L-R: Penny Burtt, Ellie Sakrzewski, Norma Casinova, Jenny Soo, Suyin Lee, Tricia Morahan, Annette Tilbrook, Karen Loon, Sally Bell, Trinh Danh and Freya Hone. (Not present in image: Ali Moore, Gemma Manning, Carin Penberthy and Megan Williamson.)

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Face to Face with Ali Moore, BBC News Presenter and Producer The inside story on 25 years in media Ali: I was filling in as host of the Nine Network’s Today show for a few weeks and it was day two. That was a remarkable few days. We were basically live for five hours straight, no ads. It was truly extraordinary as it was for everybody. It wasn’t until the end of that week when I went home to my family that it really dawned on me what had happened. The world had actually changed. Guy: Throughout your career, do you think you’ve seen things that the majority of us haven’t? Ali: I don’t really, in the sense that I’m not a war correspondent and haven’t been deployed to many distaster zones.

Ali Moore

Ali Moore has more than 25 years experience as a journalist and broadcaster, working for both the ABC, the Nine Network, and BBC World News. During the early 90s she was based in Beijing as the national broadcaster’s China correspondent, before returning to Australia and joining Nine, to both report for and later host Business Sunday. In 2006 Ali returned to the ABC as inaugural host of Lateline Business, before moving to present Lateline. During her time at the ABC, Ali hosted The 7.30 Report, ABC News 24, Business Today on the Australia Network, and Mornings on ABC Melbourne radio. In 2012 Ali moved back to Asia to live in Singapore as a freelance journalist, including producing and reporting for the BBC. She regularly returns to Australia, and continues to work periodically for the ABC. Over the past 25 years Ali has interviewed key decision makers in business, economics and politics, both at home and around the world. Guy: Why Singapore? Ali: I lived in China in the early ‘90s and my husband (not at the time) lived in Hong Kong and we wanted to go back to Asia. Asia is so dynamic, it’s changing fast and driving so much growth and momentum everywhere else and we wanted to be a part of it, and to touch it and see it and smell it and feel it. I think that’s so important and we wanted our kids to do the same thing. Singapore is an incredibly easy place to live and it’s also easy to access so many other places in Asia. When my husband was offered a job, we thought it was a fantastic opportunity so we came. Guy: Where are you at with the social media aspect of life? Ali: Desperately trying to keep up. I use Twitter for work, it’s absolutely vital for any journalist because when there’s breaking news that’s one of the places where you’ll hear it first. It’s just an extraordinary resource. If I think back to the first time I was aware of Twitter it was the Mumbai bombings, seven years ago, and now one of the first things I monitor on a breaking story is my Twitter list. Facebook I mainly use to keep track of my children. I’ve never made a post and I don’t involve myself but I use it as a resource. It’s the same with Twitter, I don’t feel the need to tweet but it’s essential for work. At the BBC, when we’re working on a particular story together we use WhatsApp which is a another fantastic resource. Of course there is the other side, which is to be aware and teach your kids that what you put up stays there forever. But, I think kids are increasingly savvy and a lot of them are more aware then a few years ago. Guy: You mentioned the Mumbai bombings; can you go back a few years prior to when you were doing the 911 coverage?

But I have had access that the average person hasn’t and I’m extraordinarily privileged to have had that. The people that you get to meet, and that’s not just important people, it’s also everyday people whose lives are fascinating. On the whole it’s just people and stories and their willingness to tell the story, and allow you to share it. It is a huge privilege and something that you have to respect with constant interest and curiosity and passion for people’s lives and for what’s happening. Guy: You were never tempted to undertake war journalism? Ali: No, it’s not a conscious decision but more a product of the jobs I’ve had. Events on your patch dictate the stories you cover. Now I’m based in Singapore, the focus is events in the region. Even last week I was deployed to the Jakarta bombings. At 1.00pm I was sitting in the office and by 4.00pm I was on a plane. I’m not an Indonesian correspondent but because I’m based in Singapore I can get there quickly. By 7.00pm I’m live from the scene and broadcasting to a global audience through to the early hours. When we first arrived in Jakarta it was quite confronting. The site of the first attack wasn’t cordoned off, there was blood on the bitumen and people are walking all over the crime scene. Telling your audience how events are unfolding is key. Guy: But you’re trained to deal with a lot of different things aren’t you? Ali: I’ve never been formally trained. I started journalism as a graduate cadet and I learned on the job. There are highly specialised courses on how to deal with hostile situations, but my training has been on the job.

Guy: What about the business war zone, do you ever find that it gets personal in business media? Ali: Depends what you mean by personal. I’m sure sometimes it looks like someone is being pursued by the journalist but it’s also the way in which the interviewee responds. Crisis management for business is such a big thing now because businesses are learning that one of the worst things you can do is shut down and say nothing during a crisis, allowing someone else to fill your silence. The personal thing also has another angle though, especially in business journalism. There’s a lot of who you know and I do think there is a line to be drawn between a fair ride and too close. A basic compliment you can give any journalist is that you’ve been firm but fair. You can be as tough as you like but if you’re not fair you lose respect and in this industry, all you’ve got is your credibility. Guy: In your mind, what makes a good interview? Ali: A conversation. I always think a bad interview is like a tennis match, there is no melding between two people. Having a conversation is not just about the interviewer, it’s about the interviewee being prepared to be engaged. Some of the worst interviews you will see can be a politician who remains on message. But if I get someone who’s prepared to engage; that’s all an interview is. Guy: What do you think is one of your worst interviews? Ali: Probably Jeff Kennett when he was Victorian opposition leader, I interviewed him for radio when I was very new to the game. He got very cross with the questions I was asking and walked out of his own office. It was extraordinary when you’re very young and you’re left in the opposition leader’s rooms at Parliament House. I’ve interviewed him numerous times since, so clearly forgiven!

Most of what we do at the BBC in Singapore is television production, two TV shows are hosted from here. If you’re doing a story here it’s for TV, radio and online. I’m a senior producer at the bureau and most of what I do is produce and help keep the programs running. We have people that oversee both online and TV and we work closely together. It’s a digitally driven world where everything we do is digital first, it has to be. There is a whole exploration on different ways to tell a story now and the BBC is a proud experimenter of these different formats. It’s a fantastic thing to be part of because that is the future of what we’re doing and there is no formula. No one can tell you the best way to cover news and I love looking at how different organisations cover things. Guy: Do you feel the influence of media regulation in Singapore? Ali: I am acutely aware of the restrictions on freedom of expression in this country. The BBC doesn’t often cover Singapore stories, we’re a global organisation covering Asian news. But one exception was the death of Lee Kuan Yew which was a huge story for us, the only story that I know of in Singapore in recent times where we’ve done rolling live coverage. Guy: Journalism seems to be a career that doesn’t suffer from the gender glass ceiling, is that true? Ali: If you look at the number of women in the game then you can absolutely say that. From my own personal experience I don’t think I’ve been affected by a glass ceiling or my gender. Perhaps I’ve been lucky but I’ve never had a problem, but I do recognise that other people have and in other careers it’s a big issue for them. Guy: Any tips for women journalists looking to make the move to Asia? Ali: Just do it. As long as you’re passionate, there is no point as a journalist in turning up to work without being enthusiastic. Even after 25 years I’m still curious about what’s going on and if you’re curious then what better place to be. This whole region is a seething mass of change and development, it’s fantastic. Guy: If you had to move somewhere else? Ali: I’d love to go back to China. I was there in 1986 as a backpacker and worked there in the early 90’s. I go back every now and then but I just think it’s an amazing place. I feel lucky that I have that historical context because I do read a lot of analysis on China and I often think “how much time have you actually spent there, what perspective do you have?”. Guy: Thanks so much for your time Ali.

Guy: What are some of the different media formats that you’ve covered? Ali: I started in radio with the ABC before moving to the Nine Network, where I hosted the Business Sunday program and filled in on the Today Show. I returned to the ABC as inaugural host of Lateline Business, then as host of Afternoons on the then new 24 hour news operation. When I left Australia I was hosting the main Lateline program.

L-R: Ali Moore interviewing Australia’s High Commissioner to Singapore, Philip Green

Women in Leadership: Discover the success story behind six of our members

Penny Burtt, Visa Worldwide

Trinh Danh, Servcorp

Penny Burtt, Vice President, Government Affairs, Asia Pacific, Visa Worldwide Prior to joining Visa, I was Director of External Relations and Client Service Risk, Asia, with global management consultancy, McKinsey & Company. I joined McKinsey from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, where I had spent most of my career. In the course of my diplomatic life, I worked in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, at the UN in Geneva and New York and as an adviser to the Minister for Foreign Affairs. Plunging into a new career at a senior level was challenging, humbling and an amazing opportunity. The experience has taught me the value of building a core set of strengths you can take across sectors and issues.

Trinh Danh, General Manager, Southeast Asia, Servcorp I have over eight years of experience at Servcorp, working across various markets in Southeast Asia. Currently I’m leading the company’s regional operations and provide strategic guidance to achieve Servcorp’s mission and objectives. I was appointed General Manager, Southeast Asia in July 2014 and I’ve worked to meet budget targets with maximum revenue flow while overseeing the company’s regional marketing, business development and growth opportunities. I place strong emphasis on managing client satisfaction and staff development.

Getting involved Driving the trade and investment relationship between Australia and Asia has been both my profession and my passion. As an Australian diplomat in Singapore, I engaged closely with AustCham and the Australian business community, working with Australian companies doing business here and the wider region. Since moving to the corporate sector, I have joined the boards of a number of business organisations including the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Singapore; the U.S. National Centre for APEC; the Advisory Council of AsiaLink Business Australia; and the Singapore Committee of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Advice for women in leadership First, it is difficult to sustain your drive if you don’t know your strengths and ultimately understand your passions that give meaning to your life. One mistake leaders often make is not being true to their passions. Focus on what is the right thing for you, not just what others expect. Secondly, get active. Work can fill our every waking moment, but for leaders it is important to look beyond the desk and find ways of engaging with the broader community. Getting involved in community or business organisations is a great way to give back; find meaning; build your network; and have real impact. One way that women leaders can have a huge impact is to help other women develop their leadership potential.

Leadership As a leader I’m dedicated to my team and take the time to recruit, train and motivate various team members to achieve their targets while developing them professionally and personally. I travel to Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines on a regular basis to conduct sales training and development workshops. Education and career journey I majored in both Human Resource Management and Marketing at Boston College, graduating with a Bachelor of Science, conferred by Wallace E. Carroll School of Management. I’m Vietnamese American and was raised in America, before I branched out to the East around eight years ago. I joined Servcorp in 2007 as a Trainee Manager for about one year and was promoted to Manager, and then Country Manager for Thailand. Between 2003 and 2006, I worked at Sapphire Technologies and Pathfinder International I managed the recruiting and placement of professional candidates across Boston, Massachusetts. Management style A strong believer in manifesting the success you want in your life, I recommend you dream big and envision yourself at your success. What you put out is what you will get in terms of efforts and results. I also believe strongly in taking care of your employees. Empower them to feel like they run their own business which in turn, can take care of your bottom line. 7

Freya Hone, General Manager Compliance, International and Institutional Banking, Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited Current role I’m responsible for compliance for the IIB division of ANZ bank. The IIB division comprises the markets, transaction banking, international client group and Asian retail businesses. These business operate across all of the 34 countries in which ANZ has a presence. My role requires knowledge of those businesses as well as the regulatory obligations and requirements in those individual geographies which range from the United States of America and the United Kingdom to Asia and the Pacific. I’m also responsible for ensuring the Financial Crime (AML/CTF and ETS) obligations applicable across the division are properly managed. Regulators are continuing to focus on the banks to make sure they are following the rules and are increasingly looking at conduct, culture, cybercrime and privacy. Career I started my career in the law as a qualified lawyer and I was in private practise in London when I got my first opportunity to do a one year secondment in Malaysia. My initial role in the financial service industry was as counsel for the equity trading department of a large bank in London which was a major challenge due to the fact I was the only female on the desk and had to ensure legal compliance with the trades were being undertaken. Post that role I was also given an opportunity to work in South America for a period of time managing distressed debt offerings. After joining Merrill Lynch I worked in various positions in both legal and compliance in

Sydney, Hong Kong, New York and London. Skills growth I used the opportunity to change locations to make sure I also took roles which expanded my skills and experience. The financial industry is challenging for many women who want to have both a career and a family. I was extremely lucky to have two inspiring mentors, one female and one male, who were supportive of my decisions concerning family and encouraged me to challenge myself on my return from my maternity leaves to take on new and sometimes different challenges. I think every senior female has an obligation to make sure they coach and support as many women as they can and provide advice on how to succeed in what is a challenging environment and industry.

line operations.

Top tips to advance Don’t doubt yourself. You are more capable than you think. Say yes to a challenge and look at it as an opportunity. Put yourself forward and if possible have a brand which is something you are recognised for.

I wanted to move into a general management role and be in the driver’s seat to make business decisions that would directly impact results. I spoke with Graham “Skroo” Turner our CEO, convinced him to put a “beanie” into an operational leadership role and became Area Leader for Student Flights (our youth brand) in Queensland and Western Australia.

In today’s world it is vital you create and have a professional profile on social media. Take the time to make connections and follow people who inspire you and write on topics which interest you. There is now so much help and advice on the Internet at just a click away. Singapore’s banking community I regularly attend meetings of colleagues both legal and compliance in other Banks in Singapore. I make an effort to attend seminars and events which provide networking and education sessions. I’m a big supporter of the ANZ intern and graduate programmes as I fully believe hiring talent in early is vital to providing benchstrength for the future. I’m also a member of the 30 percent club which promotes and supports the increase of women on boards. Suyin Lee, Managing Director for SE Asia, Flight Centre Travel Group

Freya Hone, ANZ

A Chartered Accountant by profession, I started my career in Brisbane with Ernst & Young after I graduated from the University of Queensland. I remained in finance leadership roles for more than a decade with Ernst & Young and later with Optus. I joined Flight Centre as the General Manager of Finance for Australia and during this time, I became more interested in the retail front

Suyin Lee, Flight Centre

It was challenging because I was never a travel consultant but moving into operations helped me understand our core business better and it also made me a stronger leader. Consequently, I was offered the Managing Director role for Greater China in 2004 and subsequently for Singapore in 2010. The change in direction mid-career was a very successful one for me. I am a growth junkie having worked in many start-ups and seeing our people and business grow inspires me. Eventually I would like to vacate the driver’s seat in the FCSEA business and take on some social enterprise projects. Be involved I’m involved with the Australian business community through AustCham and the University of Queensland Alumni Association. As an Ambassador, we help returning alumni connect in the business community. In the travel sector, I am actively involved in various workgroups and initiatives run by Singapore Tourism Board and National Association of Travel Agents in Singapore to further the development of talent, technology and service offerings in the sector. We’re active in the education space and participate in various internship programs and on-campus career talks with a number of polytechnics.

Getting to lead Be brave, be fierce and be prepared to make sacrifices. Being successful is a choice and you need to choose the risks to take, the battles to fight and the tough decisions to make about your life, family and career. Whatever you choose at the time, back yourself and don’t start second guessing your decisions. There may be some wrong turns but leadership is a journey and there is no deadline to arrive at a certain time.

ensuring that both women and those from culturally diverse backgrounds are given the right opportunities to thrive within their organisations. I enjoy spending time both at work and outside of work giving back in this area. In addition to my client responsibilities, I am a committee member of BoardAgender, an organisation in Singapore that aims to facilitate the benefits of gender balanced businesses and an Executive Committee member of the Singapore Committee for UN Women. I was previously an active committee member of Financial Women’s Association (Singapore). I’ve been on panels and presented on the importance of diversity, including gender and cultural diversity in both Singapore and Australia.

Karen Loon, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP Karen Loon, Partner - Assurance, Financial Services, PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP I’m a client relationship partner in the Assurance practice of PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in Singapore and have clients in the banking industry. I’m also PwC Singapore’s Banking and Capital Markets Leader and Territory Diversity Leader, PwC’s Asia Pacific Diversity Co-ordinator and a member of our Global Financial Services Diversity Steering Committee. Career journey I’m a third generation Australian born Chinese whose family emigrated from China in 1870. I joined PwC Australia in 1990 and transferred to PwC Singapore in 1994. From 2011 to 2013, I spent time with PwC Australia where I was an assurance engagement leader on leading banking engagements. One of the reasons why Singapore was such a compelling choice for me was the amazing range of opportunities in the financial services industry practice. I was given the chance to audit diverse local and regional MNCs banking clients, and work closely with teams in the US, the UK and in Europe as well as around the Asian region. Get active Having worked for most of my career in Asia and also in Australia, I am passionate about

How to succeed in leadership long term It is important to focus not only just on technical competence but also soft skills and building relationships from early on.

industry knowledge to play a strategic role for the companies I work in, as well as to lead and guide aspiring hoteliers like myself. I’m passionate about creating the best hospitality offering and have been doing so for each and every project that I’ve been involved in around the region in Australia, China and Singapore. I’m driven by the challenge to constantly keep up-to-date and understand new hospitality trends to provide guests with unique and special experiences – such as introducing a new hotel concept like The South Beach to Singapore and the world. Connections Our partners are very important to us and the hotel nurtures and develops long-lasting relationships within the business community in the areas ranging from travel, corporate, government, MICE and more. Inspiration My parents arrived from Hong Kong to Australia in the 1950’s and started a small business (Chinese Restaurant) in Richmond, New South Wales.

Women should be open to whatever opportunities present themselves; my best work was when I worked on projects where I didn’t necessarily have all the experience or skills.

For the next 35 years we worked as a family to build the business, and as young children we were taught all aspects of how to run a restaurant.

Agility is also important to long term success, one should consider mobility experiences from an early age.

My father understood the importance of hospitality and service and that’s why I decided to be in the hotel business.

It is vital to find opportunities that truly excite you given your career will be long.

He instilled in me the determination and will to work hard and when working for a company, manage it as if it was your own; “Be passionate and love what you do, then work will not be work, it will be a way of life”.

Finally, personal branding becomes very important as you ascend in your career. Jenny Soo, Executive Assistant Manager of Sales, Marketing and Services, The South Beach My main role is to assist the General Manager in leading the sales, marketing and services team by setting standards and formulating strategies to achieve business objectives for the hotel. Being the flagship property of a brand new hospitality brand, my job is also to lead the team to create and ensure that The South Beach is recognised as a luxury and lifestyle hospitality brand globally. Led by a passion for hospitality Hospitality has always been my passion, and I’m very fortunate to be doing what I love. I embarked upon my career in Australia and worked through various positions and hotel brands, equipping myself with the necessary

Jenny Soo, The South Beach

Have a sumptuous Sunday at mezza9 Gourmet food Enjoy nine unique dining selections including hearty selections from the grill including slow roasted prime beef with Yorkshire pudding, crispy pork belly and slow roasted leg of lamb. Get your fill of fresh, sustainable seafood ranging from a rotation of seasonal oysters such as Fine de Claire (France) and Coffin Bay rock oysters (Australia), Canadian lobsters, Tasmanian black mussels, Spencer Gulf wild king prawns and more is on offer at the seafood kitchen. Take advantage of mezza9’s resident Thai chef for a taste of authentic som tam (shredded green papaya salad, snake bean, tomato, dried shrimp and ground peanut) and tod man pla (thai fish cakes). Devour a variety of Chinese dishes that are steamed, wok-fried or roasted. Take your pick from baskets of assorted dim sum, fragrant wokfried beef, tender spare ribs, roast duck and barbecue meats. From the yakitori and sushi kitchens, be won over by an array of sushi, sashimi, tempura, oden (Japanese hot-pot) and zensai (Japanese Hors d’Oeuvres). Freshly grilled yakitori meats with a variety of condiments are also available at this kitchen. Continue with cold cuts, hand-cut Serrano ham with sweet melon from the deli, along with a selection of international artisan cheeses, homemade breads and more. Drinks Wet your whistle with free-flowing Perrier Jouët Grand Brut champagne, premium red and white wines, beers, mojitos and bloody marys’s.

Sweet satisfaction Indulge at the patisserie which highlights a modern approach to all time favourites such as strawberry cheesecake, milk chocolate tart, croissant bread and butter pudding with vanilla bean custard sauce, chocolate mousse and lemon pie. Watch the pastry artisans at work as they prepare delicate and fluffy ice cream with liquid nitrogen. Family friendly We haven’t forgotten about the kids! With an onsite play room with children’s toys and an ever-changing roster of weekly activities including face painting and balloon sculpting, they’ll be kept entertained. Children will also be able to choose from a selection of kid-friendly food options such as mini burgers, mini chicken sausages and French fries. The deal Enjoy nine different dining experiences in one venue, complete with freeflowing Perrier Jouët Grand Brut champagne, premium red and white wines, beers, mojitos and bloody marys for SGD 148.00++. The Sunday Brunch runs from 11.30 am until 3.00 pm. Other prices include: SGD 148.00++ per person (Perrier Jouët Grand Brut champagne, premium red and white wines, beers, mojitos and bloody marys) SGD 288.00++ per person (Perrier Jouët Vintage Belle Epoque champagne, house red and white wines, Tiger and Heineken beer, Mojitos and Bloody Marys) SGD 128.00++ per person (Non-alcoholic - includes free flowing soft drinks and coffee / tea) SGD 69.00++ per person (Children age 3 to 12 years) No charge for children 2 years and below.

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Women in Global Business

The contribution of women entrepreneurs to the Australian national economy, including export income, is strong and growing. At a time when Australians are searching for new ways forward in the economy beyond the resources boom, these women have seized big opportunities overseas, earning more than 50 percent of their sales revenue from their international operations. So, just who are these entrepreneurial women who represent the fastest growing group in Australia’s small business sector, who are going global? These female-owned enterprises are the quiet achievers on our business landscape, having won significant success in overseas markets. According to a report on women in global trade, most operate in three or more foreign markets, with a third of the companies operating in more than six markets. These women are resolute in their plans to expand further in global markets because the benefits – increased innovation, strengthened strategic positions and improved workforce capabilities – far outweigh the struggle to get there. In the second report from a five-year joint study, Women, global trade and what it takes to succeed, conducted by Women in Global Business and the University of Melbourne, Joyce Phillips, CEO Global Wealth of the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited said “Women are playing an increasingly significant role in business and the global economy. Women currently control over $21 trillion of wealth and their success in any number of fields means their contribution to our financial systems is steadily growing.”. Of the 416 women surveyed for the report,

it was revealed that Australia’s female international owner-operators have been very quick to embrace global opportunities. They are overwhelming baby-boomers (62 per cent are over 50), and over two-fifths (42 per cent) internationalised within 12 months of start-up, and 81 per cent within the first five years.

be found at http://www.wigb.gov.au/.

“Female-owned businesses are an expanding segment within small and medium enterprises and it’s important we better understand what helps them succeed as exporters,” said Mr Bruce Gosper, Chief Executive Officer of the Australian Trade Commission. The report also revealed that Australian businesswomen are seasoned exporters interested in further expansion. Almost three-quarters of those surveyed indicated an intention to expand into even more markets.

In 2013, Austrade established the Beryl Wilson Scholarship - in recognition of Mrs Wilson’s achievements - to be awarded to a female student enrolled full-time in international business studies. Beryl Wilson was the first woman to be appointed as an Australian Trade Commissioner in 1963 and went on to postings in San Francisco, the Pacific Islands, New Zealand, Suva and London. In the face of significant opposition at the time, Beryl set a precedent and sent a clear message that women could contribute as equals in the workplace.

The Women in Global Business (WIGB) program commissioned the study to shed light on the growing contribution of women to Australia’s economy through international trade. A copy of the full report is available at http://www.wigb.gov.au/women-globaltrade-and-what-it-takes-to-succeed-2015. html. WIGB is a national program that supports Australian business women in taking their products and services to the world. WIGB is funded by the Australian Trade Commission (Austrade) and delivered in partnership with Australia’s state and territory governments. Amongst other objectives, WIGB seeks to increase the participation of women and raise the profile of Australian business women involved in international trade and investment. More information on WIGB can

“Apart from a basic sense of fairness, there are economic and social benefits to be gained by celebrating the success of our global businesswomen” Cynthia Balogh, National Program Manager, Women in Global Business, Austrade.

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Gemma Manning, Gemstar Tell us a little about your story and how you came to Singapore? I am a born and bred Sydney-sider who is passionate about business and how focussed strategic marketing can alter the fortunes of businesses. It was through my work with my first company, Sydney based marketing firm Manning and Co, that I really got to discover the opportunities in Singapore. We were being approached by many Australian technology companies asking for advice on investing in the Asian market. I could see there was an opportunity to explore this area further and the idea for Gemstar was born. With the willingness of the Singaporean Government to invest in emerging technologies it made sense to base the company here. Can you tell us briefly about your role and its main purpose? My role is quite broad but essentially aims to partner up-and-coming Australian businesses, mostly in tech, and helping them with their strategy, marketing, network and funding. We connect them to complimentary businesses for collaboration, trade and/or investment. We chose Singapore as our main market due to its encouragement of startups, focus and commitment to innovation and the openness of business people, government and corporates to collaboration. What gives your organisation a point of difference? Gemstar has been described as unstructured accelerator or facilitator which goes some way to explain how we approach business. We believe in tailoring our approach to suit

the needs of each individual client. We learn about our clients’ businesses and formulate a tailored roadmap for them to find scale and growth. We take a true interest in our clients as partners in their journey; they all become part of the Gemstar family and want to see them succeed as business owners. What do you believe are the biggest opportunities for Australian technology compane’s in Singapore today? Singapore offers significant untapped potential for Australia’s tech sector and it is the perfect gateway to the region. I personally believe that we need to do more to educate the tech sector in Australia, and Gemstar is aiming to do with various partners and other stakeholders over the next 12 months. Singapore is aspiring to be the Silicon Valley of Asia – a world-class technology hub of excellence. As part of this, Singapore is aiming to attract the best-of-the-best technologies and innovations that tackle certain global challenges such as urban density, aging population, healthcare, mobility and sustainability. Australian tech companies that can assist in these areas are well-equipped to capitalise on existing opportunities. Singapore’s relentless drive to achieve its Smart Nation vision is amazing to see in action. We are championing Singapore and SouthEast Asia, and happy to talk to anyone who wants to learn more about the opportunities that exist and how to tap into them. The time is now.

What do you believe are the biggest challenges facing the tech industry in Singapore? One of the challenges of striving to become a world class technology hub of excellence is dealing with the sheer volume of ideas and start-ups and the constantly improving solutions that the market offers. That being said, Singapore has committed to innovation with the knowledge that it can often be a moving feast. Do you have advice for other Australians wanting to make the move to Singapore? Singapore is a wonderful place which has a thriving, multicultural feel, fast-moving business environment, beautiful food and climate. I love the proximity of Singapore to Australia and the rest of Asia and Europe. What do you think an individual needs in order to be successful in Singapore? An open mind that can think a little left field at times as well as a strong network. Flexibility and nimbleness is key to succeeding in a fast-moving, environment like Singapore. As is collaboration; I feel very fortunate to have made some wonderful connections with some great Australians during my time in Singapore. I have been able to come together with those partners and associates to really drive Gemstar’s vision. We are well on our way to achieving our mission – more great Aussie tech companies in Singapore and Asia! gemstartechnology.com

Women in Business: Discover the story behind five of our members I’m involved in events across the expat community and am obviously a member of AustCham which provides invaluable information to a small business owner. Outside of this I have many friends here who also have small businesses and we try to support each other and provide advice.

Sally Bell, Sole Proprietor, Bellwether Early in my career I joined a start-up that launched on the Oprah Show and was an overnight hit, that really whet my appetite for entrepreneurship. Later, I worked in a regional role for a blue chip CPG developing new skincare products for 12 markets in Asia. On paper it was a good role but all I could think was “if we don’t launch yet another pimple cream then the world is certainly not going to be worse off.” It was time to drive my own bus. My career path can be described as a scatter graph. From start-ups to a privately owned small business to Fortune 100’s in Australia, Spain, UK, USA and Asia. I’ve immersed myself in all and gained exposure to amazing people doing amazing things. Rather than a fixed path I was careful to surround myself with super smart people and make sure I was always learning. Being connected AustCham is a great start and I happen to be married to a Kiwi who’s on the New Zealand Chamber of Commerce Committee so I’m pretty involved. Both groups host thought leadership events that have been great to stay abreast of what’s going on in the startup scene. My personal and professional networks generally bring me into contact with business owners and inspiring people who have made Singapore their base for pioneering ventures throughout Asia. Networking is key Network with genuine enjoyment and show you care about other peoples’ business interests. When I was in Chicago, the entrepreneur community was on steroids as there was limited self interest and a greater realisation of how an open and generous approach to sharing information was ultimately for the greater good.

Always love what you do, it gives you the drive and passion to succeed and will carry you through the tough times in running your own business or if you work for somebody else. There is an old Confucius saying on my office wall which sums up my thoughts: “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life”.

Tricia Morahan, Owner, The Punch List I grew up in a very entrepreneurial environment with my family running and owning their own businesses. For me the idea of running my own business was more natural than going to work for a corporate. I guess you could say being involved in small business is in my blood. Having said that, it gives me freedom to make my own time choices, especially with young children, and I get such a buzz from starting something from scratch and building it up to be a successful entity. The “Punch List” business is my third business and it was started by seeing a gap in the fashion and homewares market – primarily to the expat community. The business started as a series of pop up shops “Things We Love”. It now includes events throughout Asia that feature new collections or limited edition ranges, an online store with weekly drops of new stock and “The Punch List”; regular pop up shops in Singapore. Business beginnnings After a brief stint at University, I realised that corporate life wasn’t going to work for me so I started working in my families events and exhibition company in Australia. I loved the business (still do) and quickly saw a gap in the market which evolved into my first start-up. The business focused on decorating and styling large scale events and I eventually sold this to my family where it was incorporated into the main business. I then worked for the Australian Rugby Union for the World Cup in the events team but was always thinking what my next step would be. My husband was travelling extensively in Asia and I ended up starting an art importing business. When we moved to Singapore I wound the business up and after a year in Singapore “Things We Love” was born.

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Carin Penberthy, Director and Founder, In Touch Physiotherapy Singapore I commenced a working holiday from Australia in 2002 with the plan to come to Singapore in January to set up a sole proprietorship and freelance to a couple of physiotherapy clinics and then head to London to work as a physio. I noticed there was an increasing amount of expats that were involved in playing sport on weekends as a way to meet people and that for an active population there weren’t many physio’s to treat these injured “weekend warriors”. I then opened my own company “In Touch Physiotherapy” in October 2005, and haven’t looked back since. In 1997 I obtained my degree in Physiotherapy in Perth, Australia and worked in a private practice from the outset. I spent four years working in Perth then moved to Singapore where I have worked for the last 14 years. I’ve been running my own business for over 10 of these years and have enjoyed and thrived on the challenges of owning my own business.

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Women in Business: Discover the story behind five of our members In Touch Physio is heavily involved with the business community as the majority of our clients are business people working in Raffles Place and surrounding areas. They come from banking/financial services, insurance companies, legal firms, telecom companies and the list goes on. In the healthcare space, word of mouth referrals are by far the greatest form of marketing. Most people will ask their colleagues or friends for recommendations. Highly populated expat environments are even more influential for word of mouth marketing, no matter what industry or space you work in. My three keywords with my business are “professional, personal and progressive” and I think this is why we have such a good word of mouth referral; in an expat community it spreads like wildfire. Ellie Sakrzewski, Co-Founder/CEO, The Big Blow My parents sent me to a business college but I wanted to work with makeup, I’ve always wanted to work with makeup. I was in Paris and hounded an agency for months until I finally got a job as a makeup assistant where I learnt so much on the job at Vogue shoots or working on TV commercials. I ended up becoming an assistant to someone well known in the industry and went to London. After about two and half years I moved to Tokyo and worked as a makeup artist for three years. From there, I ended up in Singapore and I’ve been here now for about 13 years. The idea I’ve always had fun getting ready and had this philosophy that getting ready is part of the fun of going out. This was in my head for a long time as a business where women can come and get ready for a night out or

Ellie Sakrzewski, The Big Blow

drop in to get quick hair and makeup fixes, especially for women that travel. Once I had a child I decided I didn’t want to work in the editorial industry because of the long hours and travelling. After working in different aspects of the makeup industry, from PR and working in cosmetics to setting up stores, I decided to do it and go out on my own. It was going back to what I know and love and I saw a bit of a niche in the market for something like The Big Blow. From mobile to salon Just over two years ago, The Big Blow was launched as a mobile business. It happened very organically, I was talking to a friend who does marketing and he came on board as my business partner. The mobile business was open for six months before we did a pop up store in Cluny Court, where our salon is now. Building the business After I opened my business I got more connected with the community in Singapore and started reaching out to expat groups like ANZA and joined AustCham. The salon does a lot of partnerships and shared events with organisations and businesses that are a real mixture of expat’s and locals. My advice for women going into business is to get a coach or mentor. I started seeing one once I started the business; it was a great gift from a friend.

bit. I knew it was going to be difficult and it wasn’t easy. I’d always entertained from home and it was something I had a passion for along with food and produce. Red Group was definitely motivated around doing and offering something different. Opening With no F&B experience but many aspirations I opened Bistecca Steakhouse about three years ago. Learning was a little steeper than what we thought but we got there and the experience has been fantastic. From there, we wanted to open more restaurants and we’re in the process of creating restaurants that I feel are offering something unique to the market. We don’t try to do fine dining but focus very much on the quality of the produce. Artemis, our latest restaurant was very much a response to our customers saying many times that we should open a restaurant in the city. Owner benefits From an entrepreneurial side what works for me is the flexibility. It’s really daunting to do your own thing but it actually offers you flexibility and you can make it work in Singapore, I think back in Australia it might be different. But you definitely need a support structure of friends and family that can say to you “I know you can do it”.

Megan Williamson, Director, Red Door Group I did marketing at University and then really followed what I enjoyed. At that time digital media was evolving and it was a great time to try new things. I found myself working for some high profile people in Sydney and being the only person in the office with technical knowledge so I was given an enormous opportunity to try new things. The Olympics were in Sydney at the time and there was interesting stuff going on with multimedia where I just had to get in and work it out. I’ve always done that and new challenges have always been really interesting to me. Although restaurants are a different industry it’s a similar thing, not being afraid to try something new. We moved to Singapore for two years and 15 years later we’re still here because it’s worked so well for us. I had a 20 year career in marketing and new media which was great. Then we had our son and I wanted to readdress my career. I couldn’t go back to regional work so the idea was to open a F&B outlet that offered something new to the market. I come from a very entrepreneurial family, so going into business doesn’t scare me. It was the F&B

Megan Williamson, Red Door Group Tips I need to do more networking because the growth of this business is about talent, finding the right people. It’s also a great support structure to have networks within the hospitality industry and networking will help with building those connections. In terms of starting a business, just do it. Do your research and get yourself a support structure. There will be challenges but you will work it out along the way. The rewards are massive so don’t wait. 17

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Women in Business: The Gift of Education AustCham has believed in us and been a very loyal friend and supporter over many years.” Open to low income women regardless of race, religion or nationality, Aidha’s students learn money management, computer, and leadership and entrepreneurship skills. Since its inception in 2006 it has impacted over 2,800 women.

Karen Fernandez, CEO, Aidha Aidha is an award-winning, Singaporeregistered charity whose mission is to empower and provide opportunities for foreign domestic workers and lower income women to transform their lives through sustainable wealth creation.

Over 70 per cent open their own small businesses and/or make investments in land and livestock and above 80 per cent start to save, giving them a way out of the poverty cycle; and almost all transfer their knowledge to their family and friends. Read Norma’s story below for an insight into the ways that Aidha is changing women’s lives.

Norma Casinova

Aidha’s CEO, Karen Fernandez, says one of the most important benefits of Aidha’s programme is the confidence students acquire that they can actually effect a change in their own lives: “This self-belief gives hope and a feeling of control, which is priceless when you’ve only known poverty and lived from day to day.

I come from a small kampong in the province of Tarlac in the Philippines. Everyone grows mainly rice or sugar cane, sometimes corn and green beans. When I first came to Singapore in July 1986, I was miserable because I was young, I didn’t know anything, even how to cook or wash clothes. I wondered why I had left behind my parents, two younger brothers, my husband and daughter.

The students’ successes prove that lifechanging results are possible even with the smallest of opportunities, when you can learn and when someone believes in you.

I returned home in 1992 and had a son and I kept wondering how we would be able to afford a good education for my children.

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I returned to Singapore in 1997 to work. Every month I sent all my salary home to support my

family so I had no savings at all. In 2012 my employer suggested that I attend financial literacy classes at Aidha to help me plan for my future when I returned home. She offered to pay for half the course fees and return my half that I paid when I completed the programme. I joined Aidha in April 2012 and graduated in September 2013. I learnt how to save and plan ahead and how to set up a business. My communication skills improved. While at Aidha, I began saving money and in a few months I started a pig business, with five piglets in a room. I sold the piglets and soon expanded to four rooms and more piglets. My two nieces looked after the pigs for me and in return I paid for their school and college fees. Within a few months, I had recovered my investment. I felt so proud! In December 2012, I invested in a rice farm of about 12,500 square meters. The farm cost about 600,000 pesos (about SGD $17K), which I had to repay in 5 years. I have already paid about three quarters of the cost and aim to have the land title by April 2016. With the land I inherited from my father last year, I decided to invest in a dragon fruit farm with 25 trees. My husband looks after the trees. Whenever I call home, I ask him about prices and I enter this into my Excel sheets so I can see if it is still a good investment. I was so excited when I went home last year to see my very first harvest! With the profits, I was able to expand to 80 fruit trees. I feel very lucky as my daughter is now an engineer, and happily married, and my son is in IT. I have a retirement plan and hope to return home in a couple of years when my employer returns to Australia. I was able to do this because Aidha taught me how to save money and gave me the confidence to start my own business. I have continued volunteering at Aidha and enjoy helping out on Sundays as I’m always learning and this drives me to do more and improve myself. To other foreign domestic workers in Singapore, I would share this; think about your future and start saving for yourself. You will have to go home one day so why not plan ahead for it now? www.aidha.org

Norma Casinova with Aidha’s 2015 graduates (second from the left, standing)

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Dear members I hope you have all recovered from the fun and festivities of the festive season and of course our highly successful ANZ Australia Day Ball. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s theme bought out the inner Paul Mercurio in all of us, we are still finding some stray sequins and rose petals around the AustCham office. The ANZ Australia Day Ball kicks off a year of high calibre events for us; we begin our Launch Pad series in collaboration with the New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in March and in the same month present the first of our Breakfast with the Stars series with special guest speaker Grant Kelley, CEO of City Developments Limited. With the New Year now beginning in earnest it presents us with an opportunity to reflect on our programs and consider if there are ways we can better serve your needs.

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AustCham is looking at the issue of gender equality with the view to setting up a program to address these challenges in a way that is meaningful to our members. I envisage the program will involve male and female advocates for change, with the aim of increasing the representation and involvement of our strong female business leaders. You would have recently received an email from me with a request to participate in a survey, the purpose of which is to better understand your experiences and hear your ideas for how AustCham can contribute in this area. I strongly encourage you to spend a few minutes to provide your feedback. AustCham will also be introducing a program to support our young business leaders. I know we have some very strong young leaders in our membership and this new program will provide events specifically tailored to suit the needs of this group. I look forward to hearing your feedback on both of these proposals as they progress.

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Guests arriving at our Australia Day Ball at the Swissotel the Stamford Hotel stepped into the excitement and glamour of the Aussie film classic Strictly Ballroom. The theme was ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ and men suited up for the occasion in blacktie attire while women were inspired by theatrical red and Spanish influences from the iconic movie. Within the foyers guests sipped Australian bubbles, wines and beer and enjoyed the rose themed photo booths, AustCham bar and true blue Hills Hoist that replicated famous scenes from Baz Luhrmann’s film. As the doors opened to reveal the ballroom, guests were invited into a spectacular space that was transformed with giant LED screens and rose topped tables decorated with pearls and generous gifts from some of the event sponsors.

Australian High Commissioner to Singapore, Philip Green OAM was on-stage during the warm live performance of Advance Australia Fair and toasted to Australia Day celebrations and the MC Nigel Cummings kept the guests attentive during the evening’s proceedings. A video compilation of Australian legends who had wished everyone a great night at previous Balls was shown with cheers from the room as the likes of Hugh Jackman, Dame Edna Everage and Russell Crowe appeared in screen. A six-course gourmet feast was enjoyed with matched Wolf Blass wines selected by Treasury Wine Estates. Ice cold Pure Blonde beer was also available and Penfolds Club Tawny Port was the perfect accompaniment with dessert.

One of Australia’s leading cover bands, Jellybean Jam, kicked off with a performance of John Paul Young’s hit song ‘Love is in the Air’ which was followed by a ballroom dancing performance by International Ballroom Dance Sport Champion Anthony Price and his partner from Dancin’ Cheek to Cheek. Jellybean Jam kept the dance floor full with tracks from the last few decades until 2.00am. One lucky person on each table discovered they were going home with a Sunsense cooler bag filled with skincare products. Three people walked away with the traditional Australian lucky draw prize, a meat tray that included NSW Ranger’s Valley wagyu beef, from Meat & Livestock Australia. John Anthony was the winner of the lucky door prize, sponsored by Swissotel. The room hushed momentarily for the Spirit of Australia raffle prize draw. Albert Davidson won the first prize package which included 500,000 Qantas points that can be used towards two business cla Out in the foyer, Eastern Carpets and Helping Hand ran their lively auctions and midnight snacks were available for those needing sustenance; Vili’s pies were a particular favourite. It was another great year at the AustCham ANZ Australia Day Ball, thanks for spending it with us and we can’t wait for next year’s celebrations!

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investment.

Buildings leader, Singapore

DAVIES COLLISON CAVE LLP Davies Collison Cave (DCC), one of Australia’s oldest

BAND ON THE RUN

and largest intellectual property law firms, has now

Band on the Run is the regional leader in the provision of

opened an office in Singapore. The new office is led by

customised live entertainment options for corporate and

four Partners with over 70 years combined experience

private events. It’s clientele is extensive and thorough.

SIMON HYETT

Through one director, Simon Hyett, the group also

Director

includes a professional communications arm, specifically

in IP law. This depth of experience ensures we are well equipped to safeguard your IP in Australia, Singapore, New Zealand and Asia Pacific.

offering copy drafting, features writing, interviewing and

Our team of Singapore and Australian qualified Patent

hosting. Through the other director, Kalliope Coplin, the group offers Singapore’s leading early childhood

MATHEW LUCAS

and programme development consultancy and teacher

Partner

Attorneys have extensive experience assisting clients to identify, protect and commercialise their research and development.

training practice.

BANYAN TREE PHUKET Sun-kissed beaches of glistening sand, coconut groves and pristine azure waters make up this Pearl of the Andaman. Banyan Tree Phuket is an oasis of peace and tranquility located in the North West of Phuket on the shores of Bangtao Bay, just 20 minutes from the Phuket International Airport. Enjoy a tropical holiday in pure

ROSS CLARK Partner

delight with one of the 173 luxurious private pool villas, five unique restaurants and the award-winning Banyan

FRANCIS PARK

Tree spa.

ENVIROSOLUTIONS & CONSULTING

Sales Manager MICE and corporate

EnviroSolutions & Consulting (ESC) is a leading

STEPHEN THOMAS BAKER & MCKENZIE.WONG & LEOW

Principal consultant

environment, safety and risk consultancy in Asia. With offices in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Hong

Baker & McKenzie’s member firm in Singapore, Baker

Kong, we combine an international outlook with local

& McKenzie.Wong & Leow is part of one of the world’s

knowledge for our business and government clients.

leading and most internationally diverse law firms. With broad global coverage and comprehensive local knowledge gained from over 30 years of operating in Singapore, they offer a unique combination of resources to help you effectively manage the challenges and opportunities of doing business in Singapore, the rest of

RIAN MATTHEWS

Asia and globally.

Local partner

Corporate Members INTERCONTINENTAL HOTELS GROUP (ASIA PACIFIC)

NGEE ANN-ADELAIDE EDUCATION CENTRE

Singapore IHG® (InterContinental Hotels Group) is a

Ngee Ann-Adelaide Education Centre (NAA), a joint

global organisation with a broad portfolio of hotel brands,

venture partnership between Ngee Ann Kongsi

including InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts, Kimpton®

and the University of Adelaide, allows students to study high quality Australian degree programmes

Hotels & Restaurants, HUALUXE® Hotels and Resorts,

CLARENCE TAN SVP development, AMEA

Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts, Hotel Indigo®,

ELENA YONG

EVEN™ Hotels, Holiday Inn® Hotels & Resorts, Holiday

Manager, student and alumni engagement

Inn Express®, Staybridge Suites® and Candlewood

in Singapore. Consistently ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide, the University of Adelaide is a member of the Group of Eight, a coalition of Australia’s leading research universities. NAA offers programmes

Suites®.

in Business, Applied Finance, Applied Project Management, Education, Computer Science, Innovation and Entrepreneurship and Nursing.

ISENTIA Isentia is the Asia-Pacific region’s leading media intelligence company, providing over 5000 clients with

NUWAY CFR

media information, analysis and advice 24/7/365.

NUWAY CFR is a boutique executive search firm bringing unparalleled insights into Asian markets, head-

Through innovation and the drive of its people, Isentia

quartered out of Singapore. We serve the markets of

has continually evolved to provide world-leading media

Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia and India. With decades

intelligence services to many thousands of clients. As a

of experience in the financial services, banking and IT

leader in interpreting complex data, it is Isentia’s mission

GARICK KEA General manager, Singapore

industries and a distinctive focus on the Asian market,

to discover and share valuable insights that help drive

NUWAY CFR is uniquely positioned to identify and place

smarter decisions.

the region’s most sought after executives with your

JOHN FOORD (ASIA)

JASMINE HARIA

organisation. We serve clients from all sectors, innovative

Senior business development director

start ups, family owned companies, global MNC, local CFR, we create harmonious solutions for everybody

John Foord is a global specialist valuation and appraisal

based on the specialised understanding of clients needs,

practice. Headquartered in Singapore, we have offices

REAGAN WALSH Senior valuer

professional skill set, technical domain and talent base

in Australia, New Zealand, China, Thailand, the UAE

available in the industry. We have access to our global

and UK, and work with clients in over 40 countries

network which is present in 30 countries with over 300

internationally. Conducting valuations with integrity

consultants served over 1100 clients worldwide.

worldwide across more than 70 industries and sectors including

aviation,

civil

construction,

corporations and non-profit organisations.At NUWAY

commercial,

educational, hotels, infrastructure, IT, manufacturing, petrochemical plants, pharmaceutical plants, power,

OLSWANG ASIA LLP

semi-conductor, steel and telecoms.

Olswang Asia, based in Singapore, is a technology, media and telecoms focused law firm and provides a full range of legal services to our clients operating in SE Asia including corporate, commercial, IP and dispute resolution. Our network of offices spans the UK, France,

LONGPLAY

Belgium, Germany, Spain and an association with Hal-

LongPlay is a hip bar and lounge that transports you

danes in Hong Kong. In Singapore we operate in

back in time with their curated collection of vintage

association with Holborn LLC, a Singapore law practice.

records, classic tipples and casual nibbles. Nestled between Haji Lane and Arab Street, LongPlay offers a

TOBY GRAINGER

cosy chill out where guests can indulge in old school

Partner

aural pleasures and fresh nostalgia.

ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

STEPAN MARHOUL

St. James’s Place is one of the largest wealth manage-

Group general manager

ment companies serving the expatriate community living and/or working in Asia. We have many years of experience and have offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore. The strength of our business is underpinned by satisfied clients, their referrals and the dedication of our unrivalled team of St. James’s Place Partners.

JULIAN BANNIGAN Partner

Constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of our diverse client base, we are personally committed to providing quality face-to-face advice and the very best client service.

Corporate Members

Associate Members

ST. JAMES’S PLACE WEALTH MANAGEMENT

APMG INTERNATIONAL

St. James’s Place is one of the largest wealth manage-

Institute. APMG accredits professional training and

ment companies serving the expatriate community living

consulting organizations and manages certification

and/or working in Asia.

schemes for knowledge-based workers, and has a global

APMG-International is an award-winning examination

reach, with regional offices located around the world.

GENEVIEVE OGLE Business development manager

We have many years of experience and have offices in

Our aim is to provide consistent quality and support to

Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore. The strength of

our training and consulting organizations, whether they

our business is underpinned by satisfied clients, their

are operating globally or as a specialist local provider.

referrals and the dedication of our unrivalled team of St. James’s Place Partners.

To ensure our independence and commitment to quality

LAWRIE KIRK

standards, we do not provide training ourselves. Our

Consulting services executive

wide portfolio of certifications includes the internationally

Constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of

recognized Best Management Practice schemes and a

our diverse client base, we are personally committed to

range of IT and general management certifications based

providing quality face-to-face advice and the very best

on international standards and best practices. All our

client service.

certifications are aimed at helping business professionals develop their knowledge, skills and expertise.

CONSOLIDATED PROPERTIES GROUP

SYNGENTA ASIA PACIFIC

Consolidated Properties is one of Australia’s most

Syngenta is one of the world’s leading companies

active

with more than 25,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to

experienced

development

companies

owned, the company has delivered more than 200

life. Through world-class science, global reach and

development

commitment to our customers we help to increase crop

projects

along

Australia’s

eastern

seaboard. These developments are valued in excess

productivity, protect the environment and improve health

of $3 billion and include more than 20 metropolitan and

and quality of life.

regional supermarkets and retail centres; 25 banks and

DONALD O’RORKE Executive chairman

KATE HAYES

and

having been in operation for over 35 years. Privately

commercial offices; and a range of premium residential, resort and marina projects.

Corporate affairs manager - sustainable agriculture and license to operate

WILLIAM ROBERTS LAWYERS William Roberts is a dynamic and innovative law firm with a focus on providing high quality and market leading legal services focusing on commercial property transactions,

THE SOUTH BEACH

dispute resolution and litigation. The firm was started

The South Beach is a 654-rooms and suites Luxury &

in Sydney on 1 July 2005, by Robert Ishak and Bill

Lifestyle H.I.P. (Highly Individualised People and Places)

Petrovski. Since then, through client drive we have

Hotel that aspires to Create Infinite Experiences for you,

grown to almost 50 employees, including 28 talented

with you. With commanding views over the Lion City’s skyline, this stunning hotel of design by renowned French designer Philippe Starck fuses contemporary architecture with restored heritage buildings, in a brilliant

lawyers, across our Sydney, Melbourne and Singapore

PETER MUSTACA

offices. Our clients have been and continue to be at the

Consulting principal

core of our success. By maintaining a commitment to establishing and improving client relationships, we have

show of form and function. Standing as a gateway to

JENNY SOO Executive assistant manager, sales, marketing and services

been able to grow by expanding our involvement in

Singapore’s thriving city centre and historic Civic District,

what our clients do and attracting new clients who have

it is walking distance from MRT stations, shopping malls

observed our level of commitment.

and places of interest including art and history museums.

Individual Members THE VINTAGE WINE CLUB Vintage is the first wine warehouse in Singapore, importing and distribution Australian and French Wines.

ANTONIN PON Founder

SALLY BELL VP Marketing Bellwether Sales & Marketing

CARLY BROWN

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AustCham members and their accompanying family members can access business class check-in at the

AustCham members enjoy 30 percent off professional

Qantas Lounge at Changi Airport, Singapore, when

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AustCham members and their immediate family can enjoy member benefits with Dental Essence. Check

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Night On US @ Banyan Tree! Book the Stay 3 Pay 2 offer and enjoy the third night on us at value starting from USD 357++ per night. Rejuvenate and indulge in memorable experiences of a lifetime at Banyan Tree Lang Co: - A minimum of 3 nights stay - Daily breakfast at the Water Court Restaurant

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Honan Insurance Group is pleased to offer AustCham members

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AustCham members enjoy 20 percent off the total bill at The Trading Floor, Tuxedo, Plate all-day dining restaurant and roof top Graffiti Sky Bar every day of the week. For more information please email f&b@carltoncity.sg

Janus Academy offers AustCham members receive 20 percent off private class rates for all general and business language classes or 30 percent off if your children are enrolled in any of their language classes. Conditions apply.

AustCham members enjoy preferred room rates in a Deluxe room from S$330++ per room per night. Cliftons is the leading provider of premium, purpose-

They also receive special offer dining privileges at

built training and event facilities. AustCham members

the Victoria Bar receive 30 percent of all drinks and

enjoy a special discount of 25 percent off when

complimentary bar snacks.

booking a room with Cliftons Singapore.

visit austcham.org.sg for full details & conditions

Exclusive for AustCham members, LongPlay will

For a table of four or more, AustCham members

offer a special package that consists of a food platter

receive a complimentary Sommelier’s Choice bottle

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of wine worth $80-95. To book, please call +65 6347

and Butternut Squash) and either a bottle of Chukker

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please call +65 6291 3323 or email groove@longplay.sg For a table of four or more, AustCham members AustCham members receive a 15 percent discount off best available rates at Marina Mandarin and 15 percent off F&B the whole year round at hotel managed restaurants and lounge (AquaMarine, Peach Blossoms

receive a complimentary Sommelier’s Choice bottle of wine worth $80-95. To book, please call +65 6347 1928 or email info@restaurantember.com.sg or at clarence@restaurantember.com.sg

& Atrium Lounge) .

Enjoy ‘The Virtual Office’ package and 2 hours use Meeting Magic offers AustCham members free graphic recordings at facilitated meetings. Contact John Ogier

of the Servcorp Boardroom complimentary for one month, exclusive to AustCham members.

on +65 82440244 or john@meetingmagicinternational.com.

Shiva Designs are offering a 15 percent discount on all online and in-studio purchases over $99. This AustCham members receive a 15 percent discount

discount can be used by quoting “AUSTCHAM” or pre-

on the total food bill only (all buffet) at The Square

senting your AustCham Membership Card.

Restaurant upon presentation of their AustCham membership card. Exclusively for AustCham members, Sorrel will waive the corkage for the first bottle of wine, a saving of up to AustCham members receive a 10 percent discount off the best available rates for all room categories at the Orchard Hotel. A range of discounts are also available at the hotel’s food and beverage offerings, including all

$60 per bottle so guests can enjoy the full gastronomic experience with their preferred label. For reservations, please call +65 6221 1911 or email info@sorrel.sg and mention that you’re an AustCham member.

night long 1-for-1 happy hour at Intermezzo Bar. AustCham members enjoy $0 establishment fee (save up to AUD$750) when they take out a new Australian or Pay a flat fee of only S$15 for money transfers to

New Zealand investment property loan with Westpac

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Bank

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For

Subject

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QBE Singapore extends a 20 percent discount on travel

insurance

all

AustCham

members.

This includes coverage on both business and leisure

Wine Exchange Asia is offering AustCham members

travels. Please contact Ms Wendy Goh by phone

S$69 per bottle for cases of six Veuve Clicquot Brut

on +65 6477 1151 or email wendy.goh@qbe.com.

NV. Subject to availability. To order email Robert at robert@wineexchangeasia.com.

QBE has been represented in Singapore for more than a century and we are the Republic’s oldest Australian company.

Canberra Airport goes global

From September this year Singapore Airlines begins international services four times a week to Singapore and Wellington. It’s the first carrier to fly directly to Canberra from overseas in more than a decade. The deal, welcomed by business and tourism groups, comes after years of lobbying by the ACT government and the creation of a $1.1 million co-operative marketing package. Canberra Airport Chairman, Mr Terry Snow AM, said the decision was justification of the long-term vision that Canberra Airport has had for many years. “As long-term locals committed to the prosperity of the capital region, our campaign to see Canberra become linked directly to the rest of the world has been constant,” said Mr Snow. “We have worked closely with the ACT Government and VisitCanberra, and particularly Chief Minister Andrew Barr who over many years has been unwavering in his passion and support for our quest to gain direct international flights. I can think of no better partner than Singapore Airlines with its reputation for quality and excellence to be the first to set Canberra Airport on this historic course.” canberraairport.com.au

CDL invests in Aussie residential development City Developments Limited (CDL) announced its re-entry into the Australian residential sector in December 2015. In partnership with leading Australian developers, Abacus Property Group and KPG Capital, CDL will jointly develop a prime residential land site in Brisbane’s highly sought after South Bank precinct. CDL and Abacus will jointly provide the majority of equity funding via a preferred equity interest of approximately A$30 million each (approximately S$30.6 million based on an exchange rate of A$1 to S$1.02). ears. Mr Kwek Leng Beng, CDL’s executive chairman, said, “Our re-entry into Australia’s residential market is in line with CDL’s overseas expansion strategy, which we announced two years ago to supplement our existing Singapore operations. Brisbane’s residential market remains highly attractive due to its affordability when compared to other major cities in Australia. Both domestic and international buyers are looking to Brisbane for greater value and higher yield. We are delighted to partner two experienced developers with excellent track records.”. cdl.com.sg

AustCham Singapore (Australian Chamber of Commerce Singapore) 25 Napier Road, Level 3, Singapore 258507 Tel: +65 6738 7917 Fax: +65 6738 7916 www.austcham.org.sg

EDITORIAL, DESIGN & ADVERTISING Angelique Dingle angelique.dingle@austcham.org.sg EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Annette Tilbrook annette.tilbrook@austcham.org.sg PRINT Win & Win Printer MICA (P) 159/08/2014 Any opinions expressed in articles in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the views of the chamber.

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