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Finding a sounding board, stress-testing solutions: The network preparing S’pore tech leaders for global roles

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Backed by the Singapore Economic Development Board and the Infocomm Media Development Authority, the initiative aims to expand domestic leadership across sectors like technology, supply chain, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. The six-month curriculum gathered 50 participants from multinational corporations, local enterprises, and small and medium-sized businesses. Cohort members participated in closed-door sessions and team pitches to refine their management capabilities in areas such as communication and unfamiliar market operations.

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  • The programme targets Singaporean and Permanent Resident talent to expand the local leade…: The programme targets Singaporean and Permanent Resident talent to expand the local leadership pipeline in technology and other key industries.
  • Participants engaged in closed-door dialogues, masterclasses, and real-world problem-solv…: Participants engaged in closed-door dialogues, masterclasses, and real-world problem-solving pitches with industry and public sector figures.
  • Leaders utilized the platform as a sounding board to enhance communication skills and nav…: Leaders utilized the platform as a sounding board to enhance communication skills and navigate operations in unfamiliar global markets.

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She met these fellow professionals as part of the inaugural cohort of the Singapore Leaders Network Tech (SGLN TECH) programme. This initiative, open to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents, is supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board and Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA).

It is dedicated to helping talented Singaporeans prepare to take on senior regional and global leadership roles in the tech industry.

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