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Flu Pandemic Seminar: Food & Beverage Industry

Date : 4 Mar 2010, Thu
Time : 1.30 pm - 6.00 pm
Venue : SPRING Singapore, Podium Block Level 3, Auditorium Lecture Room
2 Bukit Merah Central Singapore 159835
Fee per pax (incl GST) : Free for SBF members
Non Members - S$53.50



Flu Pandemic is a constant threat to the economy and in particular, the food & beverage Industry. Flu viruses left unchecked could potentially mutate and spread among the population. Past pandemics such as SARS and H1N1 had hit F&B businesses and highlight the importance of being prepared for potential future threats. The seminar will cover topics on the importance of being prepared and protecting business from potential disasters like Flu Pandemic and the benefits of certification. There will be four speakers in the seminar. Henry Ee of BCP Asia will show the seminar audience how to be prepared for an unexpected disaster and to protect your business. Mr. Chuah of TÜV SÜD PSB will brief you on the procedure for Flu Pandemic verification and BCM certification. Mr. Wong U-Yun of Global Merchant Funding will share his expertise in creative financial management in difficult times. And lastly, Mr. Gan Yee Chin from a well-known local brand Han’s (F&B), will share with you some insight into Han’s management thinking and why having a ready and workable BCM and certification would ensure its business survival and continuing success.


Time Programme
1.30 pm Registration and refreshment
2.00 pm Welcome by SBF and Presentation on Flu Pandemic Verification and National BCM programme
2.30 pm Be prepared and stay immune to Flu Pandemic for Your F&B Business By Mr Henry Ee, Director, BCP Asia. How to be prepared, to protect and to recover from unexpected disasters such as Flu Pandemic
3.00 pm Flu Pandemic Preparedness Verification & BCM Certification
By Mr. Chuah Choo Huat, Vice President, TÜV SÜD PSB Certification Pte Ltd. The procedure for Flu Pandemic Verification & BCM certification and its common errors & pitfalls
3.30 pm Trends & issues affecting the financial performance of the F&B sector in Hong Kong - A Case Study. By Mr. Wong U-Yun, Director, Global Merchant Funding Pte Ltd. Creative financial management skills to help company survive in difficult times and recover for good times
4.15 pm Tea Break
4.45 pm Minimizing Disruption to Businesses @ Han's in a Flu Pandemic
By Mr Gan Yee Chin, Deputy General Manager, Han's (F&B) Pte Ltd. Valuable sharing and insight into Han’s history, business structure and future developments. And why it embarks on BCM to ensure its business survival and continuing success
5.15 pm Questions and Answers Session


Benefits of Attending:

  • Understand the verification process for Flu Pandemic Preparedness.
  • Provide F&B with the knowledge and action plans in the event of another Flu Pandemic.
  • To get practical insights of being BCM certified and Flu Pan verified, from a major industry players.

    Who should Attend

  • Senior Management including CEOs, Vice-Presidents, Directors and Managers.
  • Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Practitioners
  • Business Continuity Planners and appointed senior management responsible for implementing BCM.



  • Administrative Details
    • Please mail this registration form together with a cheque to SBF (10, Hoe Chiang Road, # 22 – 01, Keppel Towers, Singapore 089315). Cheque should be made payable to "Singapore Business Federation". Please indicate the Ref No., company name and participant's name, SBF membership no. behind the cheque.
    • Confirmation of your registration will be emailed to your company upon receipt of full payment. Please present the email confirmation for admission to seminar room.
    • We regret that no refund will be made for cancellation or non – attendance but a replacement is allowed. Full fees will be charged for cancellation or non – attendance.
    Ref No:ENTP 038/220210/02W
    REGISTRATION FORM - Attn: Celest
    Fax No: 6734 0610/ 6827 6801
    Closing date: 2 March 2010, 12 noon

    NOTE : As a precautionary measure, our advice is for members who are unwell not to attend the session.



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