GLOBAL ENTREPOLIS @ SINGAPORE 2012 Summit to Propel Fresh Id

• Helen.zhang

  19 Oct 12, 12:18

   

   

  Themed "Capitalising on Fast Changing Markets", experts will share insights into 2013 economic outlook and "game changing" global trends

  SINGAPORE, Oct. 18, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Global Entrepolis @ Singapore (GES) Business Leaders Summit 2012 will get underway next week (22nd - 25th October), bringing together policy makers from Asia, leaders from the world's top management consulting firms and some of the top decision makers in business.

  This ninth annual event, aptly themed "Capitalising on Fast Changing Markets", takes place at a time when government and business leaders as well as non-government experts are dealing with the challenges of a highly dynamic and volatile economic environment. This year's event will take place at Resorts World Convention Centre in Singapore.

  Presented by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF), the republic's apex chamber, GES 2012 aims to catalyse the growing importance of Singapore as a gateway for the exchange of ideas and business-to-business facilitation. This year's forum will take a highly focused approach by concentrating on the challenges and opportunities ahead in 2013, the rapid rise in emerging markets like Indonesia and Myanmar, and how sustainable ideas and solutions can be transformed into business opportunities.

  Heading the list of political leaders include Guest-Of-Honour Singapore Minister for Trade and Industry Mr Lim Hng Kiang, Malaysia Minister of International Trade and Industry HE Dato' Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed and Ambassador of Ukraine to Singapore Pavlo Sultanskyi. Former Korea Prime Minister and current Korea International Trade Association Chairman Dr Han Duck-Soo will also be speaking at the event.

  The summit will be attended by more than 600 influential senior business executives, entrepreneurs, high net-worth individuals, founders and policy makers this year.

  "As the Federation celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, it is moving to be a more issue-centric organisation. GES is one of SBF's signature platforms in this strategic direction. The SBF has also increased its offerings with the inclusion of focused business forums and master classes. These key topics cover human capital, sustainability, franchising, supply chain leadership, and SME issues, in the context of increasing economic global volatility," said Mr Tony Chew, Chairman of Singapore Business Federation.

  ANZ Bank, which has a banking network across 28 markets in the Asia Pacific, is supporting GES as it sees a rapid growth in trade, capital and people flows in this region, said Singapore CEO Vishnu Shahaney. "We recognise that the pulse of commerce is sustained through cross-border exchange of ideas and insight. In our view, Global Entrepolis @ Singapore is an important working platform that contributes to this fresh interaction of ideas and solutions."

  Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), an investment promotion agency from UAE's Sharjah Emirate, will be another key participant at GES 2012, using it as a key platform to promote links between both regions. "Shurooq has been actively pursuing stronger business ties with various companies, entities, governments, and organisations in the East and in this regard Singapore -- with its wealth of business experience and sound fundamentals -- is an excellent match for the Authority's aims," said CEO H.E. Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal.

  "Shurooq's goal is to develop Sharjah's considerable investment potential and providing facilities and incentives to help overcome obstacles facing investment activities in Sharjah is one of its key functions, which is why GES 2012 is such a valuable platform," he added. Shurooq is keen to promote investment and development sectors in the areas of travel & tourism, healthcare & pharmaceuticals, transport & logistics, and environment in Sharjah.

  The summit will also explore opportunities in the infrastructure investments in Asia, present an update of the regional markets, and spotlight hot sectors and projects in emerging economies such as Bangladesh, Indonesia, Myanmar, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates and Vietnam.

  In addition, GES 2012 offers several programmes including the 'SBF SME Convention 2012', 'APAC Sustainability Leadership Forum', 'Growth Through Franchising Forum', 'Supply Chain Leadership Forum' and 'Selection, Development and Retention of Your Highly Talented People Forum'.

  More than 50 international speakers will provide insights on global trends and regional markets.

  These include:

  • Bert Hofman, Chief Economist, East Asia & Pacific and Director, Singapore Office, World Bank 
    Speaker on China's economic superpower and new directions in 2013 and beyond.
  • Hussain Mohammed Al Mahmoudi, Director General, Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry 
    Speaker on the overview of Sharjah's private sector opportunities and business environment.
  • Gordon Orr, Chairman, Asia, Mckinsey & Company 
    Speaker on the global economic outlook for 2013.
  • Vijay Shankar, Head of Transaction Banking -- SSEA, Pacific & ME, ANZ 
    Speaker on the supply chain financial structure: deriving cash flow efficiencies for buyers and suppliers.
  • Michael Jenkins, Chief Executive, Roffey Park Institute 
    Master class speaker on change and how it impacts organisations and individuals.
  • Louis Lim, Partner, Bain & Company 
    Speaker on the rise of the middle-class consumers in Asia and how this consumer segment is driving demand.

  Focused Business Forums

  In addition to the Business Leaders Summit, there are several relevant forums including:

  • APAC Sustainability Leadership Forum --This forum will set a benchmark platform for a sustainability and clean tech knowledge exchange by bringing together international experts from the Colorado Clean Energy Cluster, Copenhagen Cleantech Cluster and Oslo Renewable Energy & Environment Cluster. The forum will offer participants the opportunity to engage with the International Cleantech Network which will be represented by key industry players from a variety of clusters that include utilities, solar, bio fuels, electric vehicles and transportation, and smart grid.
  • SBF SME Convention --This convention will highlight the macro-economic dynamics affecting SMEs in Singapore. The Guest-Of-Honour Mr Tan Chuan-Jin, Acting Minister, Ministry of Manpower, will participate in a dialogue. Spotlight will be on issues such as the cost of doing business, human capital, manpower and productivity, SME financing, and internationalisation & market access.
  • Growth Through Franchising Forum --The growth of home grown brands in the region has seen the increasing reliance on franchising as a growth strategy to tap on local expertise and to sustain revenue growth rate. In this forum, leading industry speakers will discuss their franchising experiences in expanding their brands in some of the emerging economies.
  • Supply Chain Leadership Forum --The Supply Chain Leadership Forum will present interactive panel discussions by global supply chain experts and practitioners through case studies and discourse on best industry practices. Key topics discussed will include maximising business value through the supply chain financial structure, and planning/managing supply chains for crisis management.
  • Selection, Development and Retention of Your Highly Talented People --In today's competitive market, the selection, development and retention of talented people pose serious challenges for CEOs and senior executives globally. A company's intellectual capital is its people. This forum will discuss about talent management -- from identification of potential high performers to retention of high performing individuals for the long term success of organizations.

  To download the brochure of Global Entrepolis @ Singapore (GES) Business Leaders Summit 2012, please click http://www.prnasia.com/sa/attachment/2012/10/20121018211609128310.pdf.pdf

  About Global Entrepolis @ Singapore 
  Presented by Singapore Business Federation (SBF), Global Entrepolis @ Singapore is an annual business platform which brings together a community of regional business leaders, entrepreneurs, high net worth individuals and policy makers for a series of highly focused discussions on the latest outlook on global markets, business model trends, innovative ideas and new approaches to growth in an ever shifting economic landscape.

  Each year, GES gathers an outstanding ensemble of renowned international speakers who are well recognised thought leaders in their fields of expertise. Their participation and sharing of market experience and deep business acumen have contributed to making GES a must attend event for business leaders in the region.

  About Singapore Business Federation 
  As the apex business chamber, the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) champions the interests of the business community in Singapore, in trade, investment and industrial relations. Nationally, SBF acts as the bridge between the government and businesses in Singapore to create a conducive business environment. Internationally, SBF represents the business community in bilateral, regional and multilateral fora for the purpose of trade expansion and business networking. For more information, please visit our website: www.sbf.org.sg.