Event Name: Manufacturing Day Summit 2025 (MDS25)
Theme:
Smart Collaboration: Humanizing the Future of Manufacturing in the Age of AI
Purpose:
To explore the intersection of human ingenuity and AI in the manufacturing sector, fostering innovation and sustainable practices leading to Industry 5.0
Event Description
MDS2025 is a premier event that brings together industry leaders, experts, and professionals to discuss the future of manufacturing in the age of AI & Sustainability. The event will feature keynotes, panel discussions, live product demos, and networking opportunities, all aimed at promoting smart collaboration and sustainable practices in manufacturing
Audience
Target Audience: Manufacturing professionals, industry leaders, technology experts, and policy makers.
Demographics: Primarily professionals from manufacturing sectors, ranging from mid-level managers to C-suite executives.
The expected attendees: Approximately 1,500 attendees from over 400 companies.
Exposure
Visibility: Sponsors will gain exposure through social media mentions, website banners, event signage, and media coverage.
DemographicsMedia Coverage: Past events have seen significant media attention, with 18 media hits including print, online, and radio.
Engagement
Interaction Opportunities: Sponsors can engage with attendees through exhibition booths, speaking slots, and live product demos.
Networking: Dedicated networking sessions to facilitate meaningful connections between sponsors and participants.
Sponsorship Categories | Exhibitor | Bronze | Silver | Gold | Platinum |
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Minister of State for the Ministry of Trade & Industry
Group Chairman ADERA Global Group
PRESIDENT
SINGAPORE MANUFACTURING FEDERATION
Mr Lennon Tan 陈展鹏
Group Chairman 集团主席
ADERA Global Group
Mr. Lennon Tan, Group Chairman of ADERA Global Group, is an esteemed entrepreneur
and leader known for his commitment to innovation and business excellence. Starting out as
an engineer in the Petrochemical industry, Lennon continued honing his skills for a decade at
American multinational corporation 3M, gaining invaluable experience.
In 2001, Lennon made a pivotal decision to pursue entrepreneurship, acquiring a small smart
card manufacturing business in China. Through strategic vision and technological innovation,
he leveraged advancements in technology and transformed the manufacturing outfit into
one of the top 10 global smart card producers in the world. Subsequently, he expanded the
company's capabilities to lead in fields such as artificial intelligence, biometric
authentication, automation, fintech, and data analytics, supporting major sectors ranging
from banks, insurance, government, healthcare, telecommunications, and transport
worldwide. Lennon's achievements have earned him widespread recognition, including the
prestigious ASEAN Teochew Entrepreneur Award, and the esteemed EY Entrepreneur of the
Year title in Financial Technology Enablement from global professional services firm Ernst &
Young in 2017. Additionally, the Group was recognized for its excellence, receiving the
ASEAN Business Award Overall Winner for Priority Integration Sector (ICT) in 2018.
Lennon's commitment to excellence extends beyond his corporate endeavors. He is actively
involved in Singapore's business community, holding positions in organizations like the
Teochew Entrepreneurs Club and the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations. In
April 2024, Mr. Tan assumed the role of Vice President at the Confederation of Asia-Pacific
Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI), furthering his commitment to regional
economic development. As President of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation and Group
Chairman of ADERA Global Group, he continues to drive innovation and collaboration in the
manufacturing sector.
Mr. Lennon Tan's journey underscores the importance of perseverance and strategic
leadership in achieving business success.
Assistant Secretary-General Director, U SME & U Women and Family National Trades Union Congress
Ms Yeo Wan Ling joined the National Trades Union Congress (NTUC) in August 2020. She holds the position of Assistant Secretary-General and is the Director of U Small and Medium Enterprises (U SME) and U Women and Family (U WAF). Concurrently, Ms Yeo is the Deputy Executive Secretary of National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU). She is also Advisor to the National Taxi Association (NTA), National Private Hire Vehicles Association (NPHVA) and National Delivery Champions Association (NDCA). Representing workers and the Labour Movement, Ms Yeo is the Co-Chairperson of the Tripartite Workgroup on Flexible Work Arrangements (TWG-FWA), formed to develop the Tripartite Guidelines on Flexible Work Arrangement Requests (TG-FWAR). She is also an appointed union representative in the Tripartite Workgroup on Lower-Wage Workers in 2020 and serves as Chairperson of both the Tripartite Cluster for the Retail Industry and the Tripartite Cluster for the Food Services Industry. Ms Yeo was a member of the Future Economy Council Advanced Manufacturing and Trade Sub-Committee, the Advisory Committee on Platform Workers and an alternate member of National Wages Council representing NTUC.Ms Yeo Wan Ling is also a Member of Parliament for Pasir Ris - Punggol Group Representation Constituency, Grassroots Adviser to Pasir Ris - Punggol Grassroots Organisations and Vice-Chairman of the North East Community Development Council.
Managing Director, Yusarn Audrey LLC
Audrey YAP
Managing Director, Yusarn Audrey LLC
• LL.B. (Hons) LL.M.
• Advocate and Solicitor, High Court of Malaya
• Advocate and Solicitor, Supreme Court of
Singapore
• Solicitor, England and Wales
• Registered Patent Attorney, Singapore
• Certified Patent Valuation Analyst
• TÜV SÜD Professional Singapore Certified
Management Consultant
• Commissioner for Oaths, Singapore
• Notary Public, Singapore
Audrey is qualified lawyer, patent attorney and managing director of regional law firm Yusarn
Audrey LLC headquartered in Singapore. She specialises in intellectual property and
commercial transactions, and is also a certified patent valuation analyst, helping MNCs,
SMEs and government agencies build and monetise IP portfolios for global growth.
Audrey previously served on the board of Enterprise Singapore (a key agency under the
Ministry of Trade and Industry), and is a current board member of the Singapore Food
Agency, under the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment. She is also an
independent director in a SGX listed food manufacturing company.
She served as board member of the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore from 2015 to
2022 helping design the IP Hub MasterPlan. Audrey is currently chairman of Singapore
Innovation and Productivity Institute Pte. Ltd., and is vice president and honorary treasurer
of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation and elected council member.
Audrey was awarded “Partner of the Year” in 2022 by the Ministry of Law, Singapore for her
outstanding services to the intellectual property sector. In May 2022, she was appointed to
the joint China Council for the Promotion of International Trade / China Chamber of
International Commerce Intellectual Property Committee.
Audrey is a member of the WIPO-World Economic Forum International Steering Committee
for the Inventor Assistance Programme. She was lead expert for the WIPO ASEAN IP
Valuation project from January 2023 to March 2024.
Executive Director, Watson EP Industries Pte Ltd
Personal Information
A collaborative leader in manufacturing SME offering contract manufacturing with plastics molding,
PCBA, EMI coating, electroplating on plastic parts, spray painting, printing and product assembly
services with plants in Singapore and China,
A strong believer in continuous learning and development to adapt to a VUCA(volatility, uncertainty,
complexity, and ambiguity) world.
Education
B.Sc Merit (National University of Singapore)
MBA (Nanyang Business School -Nanyang Technological University)
Work Experience
Tai Sin Electric Limited
Independent Director, Audit and Risk Committee and Remuneration Committee member, Chair of
Nominating Committee (2023 – present)
Watson EP Industries Pte Ltd
Group Executive Director (2014 – present)
Group Business Development Director (2009 -2014)
Business Development Manager (2003 – 2009)
Sales Engineer (1999 – 2003)
Planner cum Production Controller (1996 -1999)
Experience in Associations, Singapore Government Standards
Committees and other Committees
2023 – present: School of Engineering Advisory Committee member, Nanyang Polytechnic
2023 – present: Council member of Singapore Precision Engineering and Technology Association
SPETA
2023 - Committee member, 19th term Manufacturing Standards Committee (Term: Aug 2023 to July 2026)
2023 - Chairman of NEA Energy Efficiency National Partnership (EENP) Awards Judging Panel 2023Outstanding
SME of the Year Category
2022 - present: Vice Chair, Business Leaders Alumni Club
2022 - present: Chair of 46th Management Corporation, MCST strata title 262
2021 - 2022: Secretary, MCST strata title 262
2021 - present: Council member, Singapore Accreditation Council (Term: April 2021 to March 2024)
2021 - present: Committee member, Singapore Business Federation Digitalisation Committee (Term: Jan 2021 to Dec 2023)
2021 - Chairman of NEA Energy Efficiency National Partnership (EENP) Awards Judging Panel 2021Outstanding SME of the Year Category
2020 - July 2023: Committee member, 18th term Manufacturing Standards Committee (Term: Aug 2020 to July 2023)
2020 – Oct 2022 : Assessor, Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 (Appointed by Ministry of Law, Singapore)
2020 - Chairman of NEA Energy Efficiency National Partnership (EENP) Awards Judging Panel 2020 - Outstanding SME of the Year Category
2018 – Oct 2021: Chairman of Electrical, Electronics and Allied Industries Group in Singapore Manufacturing Federation & Council member of the SMF Council.
2017 – 2018: Vice Chairman of Electrical, Electronics and Allied Industries Group in Singapore Manufacturing Federation.
2014 – 2021: Treasurer, MCST strata title 262
2014 – 2017: Committee member of Electrical, Electronics and Allied Industries Group in Singapore Manufacturing Federation.
2010 – 2016: Executive committee member of Business Leaders Alumni Club
Membership
2020 – present : Member of Singapore Institute of Directors
Director, Sales and Business Development ASUENE APAC Pte. Ltd.
Shu Setogawa is a seasoned sales and business development professional with over a decade of experience in sales and P&L management. As a founding member of Asuene's APAC office, he currently spearheads the company's sales and business development efforts across the region. Shu's career spans roles at prominent multinational corporations such as Meta and Moet Hennessy, where he honed his skills in managing large-scale operations. Additionally, he has a proven track record in the startup ecosystem, exemplified by his successful establishment of the SEA office during his tenure at MTG. Shu leverages his extensive experience in both enterprise and startup environments to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by companies of all sizes. His expertise is instrumental in helping organizations initiate or enhance their carbon reporting processes, ensuring they meet their sustainability goals effectively.
CEO, Armstrong Group
Ms Phyllis Ong is the second-generation family business leader of Armstrong Group which operates 16 factories across 7 countries in Asia serving diverse markets from the automotive, consumer electronics, industrial to health and medical care industries. Her vision is for the company to become a scalable world-class manufacturing gateway, partnering diverse talents and organizations from all over the world. Partnerships with quality international enterprises have always formed the cornerstone of Armstrong Group’s 50-year journey and this continues to be in their DNA and growth strategy.
She started her entrepreneurial journey since 2003, cofounding Whole Earth, Singapore’s first and only Michelin-awarded (Bib Gourmand) plant-based restaurant specializing in unique Peranakan-Thai cuisine. In 2017, she also founded CORI Innolab, a biotechnology company that partners Singapore’s leading burns care hospital for the development of biologically active collagen medical care products used for severe burns healing. CORI Innolab also develops anti-ageing advanced beauty care products.
Phyllis has been a board member of Enterprise Singapore since 2022. She is a council member of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation since 2021 and also the Chairman of the Women in Manufacturing committee. She is a committee member of the SME Committee in Singapore Business Federation. She is passionate about encouraging more collaborations between international and Singapore enterprises to strengthen the connectivity of Singapore’s global business ecosystem.
Founder of the UN ITU AI for Good
Biography
Stephen Ibaraki is the Chair and General Partner of REDDS Capital.
Serial entrepreneur, investor, and futurist, Stephen’s accomplishments and global leadership positions
with more than 100 programs / organizations and 300+ recognitions are too numerous to list. His
leadership roles working daily with more than 1 million CEOs, Investors, Scientists with the world’s
leading CEO, and scientific, technical, and financial organizations allow him a unique vantage point to
oversee where transformative innovation and investments are heading in the coming years. Stephen is
the visionary behind REDDS whose tireless work has positioned REDDS to take advantage of the globally
unique superior intelligence received by the group. As a small sampling representing under 1% of
Stephen’s current activities, he is the:
• Founder of UN ITU, AI FOR GOOD, adopted by governments, corporations, and academia, with
3+ billion reach, as the world’s largest AI innovation solutions program, startup Innovation
Factory, and daily summit driving AI top innovative business solutions such as generative AI
(BingAI, Microsoft Azure OpenAI, GPT4-5) across 17 United Nations Sustainable Development
Goals and empowering CEO-led impact programs for the benefit of humanity and Earth
Ecosystems such as with KIN (Knowledge Impact Network) and Million PeaceMakers. Ongoing
judge and Grand Finale judge from the founding of the #AIForGood Innovation Factory with the
last Grande Finale winner announced at the July AIForGood 2023 in this news release.
• Founding member of WFP Innovation Accelerator advisory council in 2017 and with
the November 2023 announcement of two portfolio startups winning the 1 million UK pounds
prize each, top innovation Earthshot Prize. WFP is the 2020 Nobel Peace Prize recipient and
multiple awardee of Apple, Good, and Fast Company awards for innovation.
• From 2009 serving in roles as: current ACM practitioner board (PB) and past chair / current ACM
PB chair professional development committee (PDC) / current board PDC TechTalks committee /
current board ByteCast committee / current board working group head on startups-
entrepreneurship; ACM is the world’s largest computing organization. From 1989 serving in roles
as: past CIPS President and Chair; CIPS founding fellow advising CEO; CIPS is Canada’s national
ICT organization. From 2007, serving in roles as: founder and current vice-chair IFIP IP3, founder
and current chair IFIP Industry Council; IFIP is the UNESCO-founded independent federation of
national and international ICT organizations with CIPS, ACM, and IEEE as some of the founders.
From 2004 serving in roles as: NPA board member, and NPA founding fellow; NPA is a global
infrastructure ICT organization. From 2016 serving in roles as: IEEE CS board committee member;
current IEEE TEMS board committee member and active keynote in IEEE TEMS
conferences/summits; current IEEE RASSE conference organizer/designer and opening keynote
for industry forum in 2021, 2022, 2023; advisor to IEEE Entrepreneurship; IEEE is the world’s
largest technology organization.
• Founder of Fintech Ideas Festival, Technology Advisory Council, providing industry solutions ten
years into the future for the top 100 CEOs representing nearly US $100 Trillion in managed
assets where the CEOs invested in all the transformational tech solutions and startups identified
from Stephen 2015, including blockchain, digital identities, mobile financial services, AI/ML,
cybersecurity, biometrics, 5/6G, quantum computing, future of fintech, future of the workforce,
privacy and data analytics, personalization and precision services, new user/consumer
experience from the confluence of the digital / physical / biological. Stephen directed the CEOs
into execution-focused working groups, monthly innovation forums, and private summits. The
public-facing parts of this private work is captured in an article Stephen wrote for IT World in
January 2017, “Top CEOs and futurists on the future of financial services and technology”,
a rare public video from a January 2017 private CEO summit, where Stephen provides his
foresight insights to questions. The President and chair of the CEO’s technology group introduces
Stephen, “Introduce Stephen Ibaraki. Stephen is the entrepreneur and chairman of the Fintech
Ideas Festival, a tremendous help, and a lot of the people are here today came through Steve’s
connections and his work in the industry. Steve’s has a fantastic executive leadership career,
distinguished advisor for startups and global fortune 500 companies and governments
specifically on strategy, most recently organizing the current AI for Good Summit in Geneva in
June 2017 with the United Nations ITU and XPRIZE.” There is a joint article written for the CEOs
which also appeared with the United Nations in 2017, “Trending: AI in finance” by Stephen
Ibaraki, founding chairman FSR technology advisory council and Hari Gopalkrishnan, managing
director, platforms and technology Bank of America. Article from Forbes in 2019: Is Financial
Services Ready For Broad 5th Machine Age Technology Adoption?
• Founding chair YPO Impact Advisory Board and YPO EU Impact Summit Advisory Board, creating
workable business solutions for the world’s largest opportunities/challenges and focused on
purposeful leadership/business / capital & investments/innovation. YPO: 35K CEOs, US $9 Trillion
annual revenue (ranking 3rd in GDP if considered a country) across 150+ countries, 500 chapters,
employing 22 million. With work underway since May 2019, the first summit Oct 2020, and
continuing as chair impact advisory board with the first global impact summit (YPOGIS2023 in
Feb 2023) and continuing in 2024 and beyond;
• Recipient of 21 Microsoft Global Awards (18 MVP Awards), 40+ overall recognitions, with six
years MVP 2018-2023 in AI, with the world’s largest and top corporation in technology
and advising Microsoft under NDA since the 1970s, recognizing decades of lifetime
achievement, global–leadership, entrepreneurship, investments, disruptive innovation. As noted
by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella in award citations, “We recognize and value your exceptional
contributions and commitment to technical communities worldwide. By sharing your real-
world expertise and technical skills, you demonstrate outstanding technical community
leadership. Thank you.” Judging as MVP, the largest youth innovation Award program, the
Imagine Cup which empowers 2+ million students over 20 years. From Microsoft news release in
Microsoft Imagine Cup Junior 2023, “The Imagine Cup Junior is more than a competition. It is a
learning journey that empowers students to develop their skills in AI and other technologies.
These students have shown us how AI can be used for good, to solve some of the world’s most
pressing problems and create a better future for everyone. I’m proud to be a part of this
journey and congratulate all the competitors – and winners — for their remarkable
achievements.” Stephen Ibaraki, Founder, UN AI for Good and Imagine Cup Junior 2023 judge.
Spotlighted by the Microsoft’s MVP program in 2023 for Stephen’s mentorship global
contributions in serving startups, innovation and entrepreneurship: “Stephen’s mentorship
initiatives have been pivotal in propelling entrepreneurship and innovations that yield
significant societal benefits. His dynamic involvement spans a wide spectrum of communities,
including CEOs, UN agencies, scientific/engineering entities, investors, media outlets, social
media platforms, and more. He says, “Mentorship, or ‘support’ for innovation,
entrepreneurship, and startups occurs at many levels. Initially, building awareness, directing
freely available resources and open startup platforms, helping grow the startups presence,
providing advice, supporting investment, helping startups to scale”... article continues with
examples from Imagine Cup, #AIforGood Innovation Factory, WFP Innovation Accelerator, CEO
Leadership Alliance, non-profit organizations IEEE TEMS, ACM, CIPS. Invited advisor, mentor, and
investor for the Microsoft Startup Founders Hub, founded in 2023.
• Active investor, investment / innovation / foresight advisor, serving on investment committees.
Examples: Global Chair and managing general partner REDDS Capital; Adastral Funds; Southern
California Master Fund (SCMF-CEO led funds of Funds); DTGO/MQDC; T&B Media Global;
Terasaki Institute Biomedical Innovation (TIBI); serving on the investment selection committee
for the new Canadian government sovereign funding renewed venture capital catalyst initiative
(VCCI) adding up to 1.4 billion in the VC ecosystem. Canada is ranked in the top 5 in VC in the 38
countries of the OECD. Government announcements on the renewed VCCI: VCCI, Funds of Funds
selection committee, Minister announcement of Fund of Funds, Minister announcement on
Inclusive Growth Stream Funding. For VCCI, examples of current contributions: Member of the
Canadian government’s renewed Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI) selection committee
for the fund of funds and inclusive growth streams. See a letter of thanks outlining his work here
on the Inclusive Growth stream 1 and here on the Funds of Funds stream. From the Minister,” I
would like to personally thank you for your participation on the renewed Venture Capital
Catalyst Initiative (VCCI) selection committee for the inclusive growth stream. Your report to
the Deputy Minister of Economic Development was provided to me for my consideration and
review. I appreciated the recommendations the committee developed on the selection of funds
for the VCCI program, which demonstrated thoughtful deliberation and consideration. I
particularly welcomed the recognition of the significant role of enhancing diversity, equity, and
inclusion in Canadian venture capital as part of a market-driven investment program. As a
member of the selection committee, you took on an important role contributing your expertise,
insights, and leadership. Your industry experience provided a valuable lens through which to
assess the applications, supporting the Government of Canada in its efforts to enhance access
to capital to support Canadian entrepreneurs. I would like to take this opportunity to reiterate
my thanks and extend my personal appreciation for the time and effort you committed to
support the renewed VCCI.”
• Examples of recent activities (at the time of profile creation: 23-11-13) for fall 2023:
Host/moderator supporting organizer for O’Reilly Generative AI for Government superstream
summit; opening keynote and conference organizer/designer IEEE RASSE 2023 Conference
Industry Forum; MC for the private YPO UNGA summit; moderator/speaker for 6
th Annual CEO
LOP Summit co-hosted by Salesforce; Mentor and AMA (Ask Me Anything) for CEO Leadership
Alliance OC AI region AI course; Plenary speaker at UNAOC’S 2nd Global Dialogue on Artificial
Intelligence “Towards the World of #OneHumanity” on Human Centered AI
• Contributor to Forbes / Cognitive World and IT World Canada on leading new investments,
innovation, and entrepreneurship.
• Stephen conducts interviews with global experts since the 1970s appearing with news channels,
Forbes, IT World Canada, ACM, IEEE/IEEE TEMS, IFIP, NPA, CIPS, KNVI, The Brand Called You (and
their 20+ platforms), and more.
APAC Marketing Leader for Manufacturing and Singapore ZEC, Zebra Technologies
Aik Jin, Tan is the APAC Marketing Leader for Manufacturing and Singapore ZEC (Zebra Experience Center) for Zebra Technologies. He is an evangelist for Zebra’s solutions in the Manufacturing sector and Machine Vision & Imaging solutions. He sits in the committee of the Smart Automation Industry Group with Singapore Manufacturing Federation. Aik Jin has participated and spoken widely at numerous conferences and trade shows across Asia Pacific where he shares his views and cross-industry experiences in supply chain and operations management
Prior to joining Zebra, Aik Jin spent 10 years with Oberthur Technologies in various roles across R&D, Product Management, and Marketing, focusing on smart cards and solutions.
General Manager, IBM Manufacturing Solutions Pte Ltd
Tun Kim is the General Manager of IBM Manufacturing Solutions, mother of 2 young adults, shares her experiences as a speaker, mentor, coach and author of the book “The Art of Personal and People Mastery”
She leads the IBM Supply Chain Control Tower based in Singapore and helps IBM creates a resilient, sustainable and AI enabled Supply Chain. Her team of thought leaders consistently delivers operational excellence, innovates and applies technologies to transform the Supply Chain globally for IBM and clients.
Tun Kim shapes a collaborative, inclusive, growth culture and aligns it with stellar business performance and employee experiences. Under her leadership, IBM Manufacturing Solutions received multiple industry awards as an organisation and as individuals. In 2024, Tun Kim is recognized as Female Executive of the Year – Asia Pacific in the Stevie Award for Women in Business.
With 30 years of global leadership experience, Tun Kim contributed to the development and growth of hundreds of business and technical leaders through her coaching, mentoring and training. She serves in the IBM Faculty Academy, Education and Research Practitioner Board in VCARE Academy and is a mentor in the Singapore Global Leaders Network (SGLN).
Tun Kim is an award-winning Mentor and Coach of the Year in the 2019 International Stevie Awards. She also champions lifelong learning. In 2021, she was honoured with the prestigious SkillsFuture Fellowship award presented by the President of Singapore as role model in mastering skills and mentor of future talents.
Director C&I Business, Sustainability Leader, Head of Presales – East Asia Schneider Electric
Kiran Babu Inala stands as a transformative leader within Schneider Electric, particularly in the Data Centre & Network - C&I Business across East Asia. As a Director and Sustainability Leader, he is dedicated to not only advancing technological innovation but also intertwining it with sustainable practices that redefine industry standards. His approach fosters collaboration across cross-functional teams, ensuring that sustainability is not an afterthought but a core principle guiding every business decision.
With extensive expertise in Edge Computing, Distributed IT and Data Centre Critical Infrastructure he recognizes that sustainable solutions are critical not just for environmental stewardship but also for driving operational excellence and maintaining a competitive edge in a rapidly changing marketplace. By implementing cutting-edge, energy-efficient technologies and tailored technical solutions, he empowers organizations to enhance their operational performance while achieving significant cost savings and maximizing resource utilization.
As the landscape of business evolves with the rise of AI and digital transformation, Kiran is at the helm of exploring the profound impact of these technologies on sustainability. He is actively engaged in identifying how AI can optimize both IT and physical infrastructure, reducing waste, lowering operational expenses, and enabling smarter decision-making processes.
Kiran’s remarkable 24-year career spans multiple regions—including APJ, MEA, SAM, and CIS—equipping him with deep insights into market dynamics and emerging digital trends. By inspiring and empowering customers to pursue ambitious sustainability goals, broader movement toward a more sustainable and responsible business ecosystem
Partner, Head of Sales, Consulting, IBM ASEAN
Bala Pappu is a seasoned consulting executive with over 30 years of experience driving digital transformation and strategic initiatives in the manufacturing and industrial domains across Southeast Asia. Renowned for his expertise in Industry 4.0, Smart Manufacturing, AI, and advanced analytics, Bala has consistently delivered innovative solutions that drive measurable business value. He has successfully led transformative projects across regions, pioneering digital-first strategies for global organizations.
As a recognized thought leader, Bala frequently speaks at prestigious industry events, sharing actionable insights on leveraging AI and emerging technologies to enhance operational efficiency, build resilient supply chains, and deliver ROI. With deep expertise in digital transformation, robotics, and sustainability, Bala empowers organizations to embrace innovation and confidently navigate the future of manufacturing.
CEO, GS1 Singapore
Christopher Ang serves as the CEO of GS1 Singapore, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to aiding companies in product barcode ID registration for international sales and trades. By enabling supply chain traceability/sustainability and enhancing patient safety across various sectors, including online and in-store retail and healthcare, GS1 plays a pivotal role in optimising efficiency and business communication globally with a commitment to fostering global standards.
Christopher was formerly the Centre Director of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation - Centre for Corporate Learning. He has headed the SSG-accredited ATO (Approved Training Organisation) / CET Centre (Continuing Education & Training Centre) in areas of productivity & HRD consultancy, sales & marketing, training delivery & operations, curriculum development and career services since 2013.
Christopher brings with him 30 years of cross-functional leadership roles and experience. He is actively involved in proposing industry digitalisation, productivity & quality initiatives to various industries and companies, including medical, manufacturing, retail and online businesses.
Christopher holds a Master’s in Technology Management. He is an SSG DACE Certified Adult Educator and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt. He was also a Certified Practising Management Consultant (PMC-SBACC), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE-ASQ) and Certified Project Management Professional (PMP-PMI) during his industry/consultancy days.
Executive Director and General Manager, Asia Pacific Solutions and Services Group, Lenovo
Fan is the Executive Director and General Manager of Lenovo Asia
Pacific Solutions and Services Group (SSG), managing business
development and operations of SSG across all Asia Pacific markets.
Fan is responsible for leading Lenovo SSG’s growth in the Asia Pacific
region. She spearheads the company’s transformation by delivering business success across
smart verticals, attached services, managed services, and as-a-Service offerings, including DaaS
and TruScale.
Since joining Lenovo in 2018, Fan has held key leadership positions in the region. Most recently,
she was Chief of Staff of the Central Asia Pacific (CAP) Region and General Manager for Lenovo
Hong Kong and Macau, where she led strategy, planning, customer experience, and various
strategic and transformational initiatives for the CAP region. In this role, Fan also drove sales and
operations across all customer segments, covering solution portfolios across all business groups
in the Hong Kong and Macau markets.
Fan brings over two decades of regional experience backed by exceptional business leadership.
Previously, she was the General Manager of Corporate Strategy at Telstra, Australia’s leading
telecommunications and technology company, where she played a critical role in leading the
company’s international strategy and steered community engagement as a Board Member and
Program Leader of Telstra Foundation Hong Kong.
She also worked as an Engagement Manager with McKinsey & Company in Hong Kong and
New York, managing mergers & acquisitions, and conducting strategic due diligence for leading
corporations in primarily the telecom and high-tech sectors.
Fan holds a bachelor’s degree in Global Business and Finance from Hong Kong University of
Science and Technology, where she was among the top 1% of graduates bestowed with the
Academic Achievement Medal, the highest academic honor by the university.
She is passionate about how technology-driven innovation improves people’s lives. Her
enthusiasm extends to utilizing technology to enrich local communities and create a better
environment for all.
Connect with Fan on LinkedIn
President, Lenovo Asia-Pacific
Amar Babu is the President of Lenovo Asia Pacific,
leading Lenovo’s businesses in ASEAN, Australia, Hong
Kong, India, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan
markets.
Amar is responsible for maintaining Lenovo’s long-term competitiveness as a technology
powerhouse and spearheads strategic service-led transformation across Asia Pacific. He leads
Lenovo’s businesses in offering a broad suite of pocket-to-cloud solutions and services, which
support digital transformation and New IT imperatives for customers across Asia Pacific. He
strongly believes in diversity and inclusion and serves on Lenovo’s Diversity & Inclusion advisory
board.
Since joining Lenovo in 2007, he has held various leadership positions at Lenovo, including as
the Vice President of Lenovo Services Operations for Rest of the World, leading the services
operations and delivery for Lenovo PC, Smart Devices, Mobile Business & Data Center Group
across North America, Asia Pacific, EMEA, and Latin America.
Previously, he was Vice President and Chief Operating Officer in Asia Pacific, where he drove
Lenovo’s PC and tablet business across 25 markets and built a strong operations infrastructure.
He was also the Managing Director for Lenovo India, where he grew the PC market share from
8% to 20% in less than a decade.
Prior to Lenovo, Amar worked at several leading Indian and global corporations, including
Citibank, Idea Cellular, HCL Information Systems, and intel. He has been a key figure in the Indian
IT industry and was a member of the Manufacturer’s Association for IT (MAIT), where he served
on its Executive Committee for three years and worked closely with the government to create
policies and initiatives to accelerate India’s digital transformation.
Amar holds an MBA degree from XLRI Jamshedpur, and a bachelor’s degree in Electrical &
Electronics Engineering from PSG College of Technology. Amar is based in Mumbai with his wife
and son, and enjoys cooking and riding bikes in his spare time.
Connect with Amar on LinkedIn and Twitter(@abrk).
Senior Business Development Manager at LKH Precicon Pte. Ltd.
Colin has more than 35 years of experience pioneering the latest technology within the ASEAN region, involved in the Industrial IoT, Industrial Automation, Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity, Energy & Environmental business since the mid-’80s. Colin provides mentorship and advisory services to the industry, primarily focused on regional SMEs implementing digital transformation in line with the emerging Industry 4.0 concepts. He holds a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration (BBBA) from RMIT Australia. Co-authored of “Industry 4.0: Navigating the Manufacturing in ASEAN”, “Smart Factory” and “Industrial AI”
He is a certified IoT specialist and alumni of MIT Sloan Scholl of Management Executive program in Artificial Intelligence and IoT. Attained National Infocomm Competency Framework (NICF) Industry approved competencies in Enterprise Architecture, Competency of Smart Industry Readiness Index (SIRI) implementation.
Colin held the role of President of the AutomationSG (Formally known as Singapore Industrial Automation Association from 2001-2005). He was Vice-Chair of Industry Committee of Energy Efficiency (ICEE) under the Sustainable Energy Association of Singapore (SEAS), Current member of the IoT Technical Committee of IT Standards Committee (ITSC), Technical committee member of Smart Manufacturing under Singapore Standard Council (SSC).
Colin is a technology evangelist and driving force of Industry 4.0. He delivered dozens of insightful industry papers and influential speeches in the key regional conferences and business forums. Featured in Channel News Asia (CNA) Start-Up series 6 as an industry expert and Member of Advisory Committee of Ngee Ann Polytechnic’s electrical engineering department, Colin helps guide the future of technological development and the next generation of technologists in the region.
Colin is currently a senior business development manager at LKH Precicon Pte. Ltd.
Director of Technology Development and Transformation for GD group.
Gerry Ong serves as the Director of Technology Development and Transformation,
overseeing the GD group's comprehensive operations in machining, sheet metal
fabrication, structural manufacturing, surface treatments, painting, powder coating,
clean packaging, and module assembly. This makes the group a one-stop service
provider.
Under Gerry's leadership, the group also produces environmentally friendly products
such as hydrogen fuel cells and solar panel cleaning robots. Additionally, the group
offers advanced Industry 4.0 manufacturing solutions to external clients.
With over 30 years of experience in precision engineering, Gerry drives the development
and commercialization of new technologies and products. His expertise lies in
delivering customized Industry 4.0 transformation solutions, particularly for the
precision engineering sector. He focuses on digital advanced manufacturing,
specializing in multi-variety, low-volume production to enhance manufacturing
efficiency and implement metrology technologies.
Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Tai Sin Electric Limited (Singapore Mainboard Listed)
With over 25 years of industry expertise, Bernard Lim possesses extensive
experience in the electrical & electronic engineering (EEE) field as well as
in the testing, inspection & certification (TIC) industry.
Mr. Lim provides strategic planning, corporate & business development,
and general oversight of the group's operations. He has raised Tai Sin
Electric Limited's profile in the Southeast Asia Region by driving mergers
& acquisitions (M&A) and spearheading corporate and business
development initiatives.
Under his guidance, the company has grown from a single entity to a
business group comprising 19 companies. This growth was achieved
through a combination of M&A activities and successful startups. Today,
the Group operates in seven countries across Southeast Asia, with 24
offices and a team of over 1,000 staff members.
Mr. Lim holds a Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) in Economics and
Sociology from Curtin University of Technology in Perth, Western
Australia. Additionally, he earned a Masters of Business Administration
from the Strathclyde Graduate Business School at the University of
Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom. He also completed the
Scale-up SG Wharton Executive Programme at The Wharton School,
University of Pennsylvania.
Mr. Lim has on behalf of the Group received several awards throughout
his career. These include the Skillsfuture Employer Award (Non-SME), the
People's Association Community Spirit (PACS) Merit Award, and the
Company Workforce Transformation Recognition Award from Singapore
Polytechnic.
Mr. Lim is a member of the Electrical, Electronics & Allied Industries
Industry Group under the SMF. On behalf of the Federation, he serves on
the Electrical & Electronic Standards Committee of the Singapore
Standards Council. He also serves as a member of the Singapore Business
Federation (SBF) Jobs and Skills Advisory Committee (JSAC). Additionally,
he has been appointed as an Industry Advisory Board Member of the
Singapore Institute of Purchasing.
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mr. Lim served as a General
Council Member of the National Arthritis Foundation and a Member of
Temasek Primary School's Advisory Committee.
Regional Director, Southeast Asia
Enterprise Singapore
Ms Teo Xin Wei was appointed Regional Director, Southeast Asia with effect from April
2023.
Enterprise Singapore is the government agency championing enterprise development.
ESG works with committed companies to build capabilities, innovate and
internationalise.
Ms Teo works with Singapore companies who are interested to internationalise to the
Malaysia and Brunei markets by sharing market information and introducing in-market
partners. She works closely with her counterparts to enable Government-toGovernment platforms and initiatives to facilitate business interests from Singapore
companies.
Ms Teo started her career with a Singapore fast fashion label and was responsible for
its first market entry into China through Shanghai in early 2010. She joined ESG in
2012 and was with the Customer Service Group to assist Singapore SMEs to build up
their capabilities and readiness for internationalisation through a series of training and
assistance programmes. She then moved on as Senior Manager at ESG’s China
Group desk in 2014, supporting the marketing activities, business interest, investments
and market expansion in the East China region, namely Shanghai, Jiangsu, Zhejiang
and Anhui.
In November 2015, Ms Teo was appointed Centre Director of ESG Beijing Oversea
Centre and also the First Secretary of the Singapore Embassy Commercial Section in
Beijing. Ms Teo assisted the internationalisation efforts of Singapore companies to
Beijing and Hebei and at the same time drove Singapore’s innovation and technology
network and partners with key Chinese multipliers and organisations through ESG’s
Global Innovation Alliance, Beijing
As she returns from her posting in 2019, Ms Teo worked with the Infrastructure Service
value chain which comprises companies from the architecture and master planning,
developers, facilities management sectors, to grow and develop them in the areas of
digitalisation and sustainability in her capacity as Deputy Director of the Urban
Solutions & Infrastructure Services Group.
Ms Teo holds a Bachelor of Business, specializing in Marketing from Nanyang
Business School of Nanyang Technological University of Singapore
Vice President and Honorary Secretary, SMF Chairman, SMF Sustainability Function Committee Chief Executive Officer, Cyclect Holdings Pte Ltd
Melvin is the Group Managing Director of Cyclect Group, where he has been instrumental in the company's
remarkable growth since his appointment in 2005. Under his leadership, Cyclect has expanded its
operations across seven countries and established itself as a leader in providing innovative and
sustainable engineering, construction, maintenance, and operations services. The company specialises in
infrastructure, industrial, and marine sectors, with a strong focus on energy solutions, automationrobotics, and industrial digitalisation.
Cyclect's success and Melvin's leadership have earned the company numerous prestigious awards,
including the WIPO-IPOS IP Awards, Enterprise 50 Awards, ASEAN Business Awards, Singapore
Sustainability Awards, ASEAN Best Electrical Contractor Awards, and the Singapore Prestige Brand Award.
These accolades reflect the company’s commitment to excellence and sustainable business practices.
In addition to his role at Cyclect, Melvin is actively involved in several professional organisations. He
currently serves as the Vice Chairman of the Singapore Manufacturing Federation SME Centre, Vice
President of the Association of Process Industry (ASPRI), Chairman of the Manpower Subcommittee within
the Singapore Business Federation SME Committee, Vice President of the Enterprise 50 Association, and
a member of the Young Presidents' Organisation.
Melvin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver,
Canada. He has also received multiple honours for his leadership and contributions to the industry,
including the ASEAN Business Awards, ASEAN Federation of Electrical Engineering Contractors' Best
Electrical Contractor Award, and the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability Award, among others.
With his extensive experience in business start-up and growth, corporate development, acquisitions and
divestitures, Melvin is renowned for his expertise in management, construction engineering, and product
development. His strategic vision, technical acumen, and leadership have been key drivers in Cyclect's
continued success.
Counsellor (Investment) / Director of Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)
Vice President and Regional General Manager, Lenovo Greater Asia Pacific
Director, Consumer & Retail - KPMG Asia Pacific
Julie Reynaud is a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience helping companies achieve sustainable success.
As a regional director at KPMG Asia Pacific, she specializes in the consumer and retail sector, crafting strategies, optimizing operations, and driving growth. Her work empowers businesses to overcome challenges and thrive in competitive markets. Julie has delivered measurable results across diverse markets, notably producing a regional thought leadership report that provides strategic insights for the industry.
Previously at IBM, she played a key role in delivering technology-driven solutions, helping clients innovate and achieve their goals.
Originally from France and based in Singapore for over a decade, Julie is passionate about growth, innovation, and creating meaningful impact.
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