28 JULY 2023

SBF Council Members appointed as Nominated Members of Parliament

 

SBF extends its heartfelt congratulations to two of our SBF Council Members - Mr Mark Lee, CEO of Sing Lun Holdings and chair of the SBF's Jobs and Skills Advisory Committee (JSAC), as well as Mr Neil Parekh, Chairman of the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SICCI) and CEO of Pegasus Asia, on their distinguished appointments as Nominated Members of Parliament.

 

 

 

WHAT'S NEW

Sustainability Playbook for Enterprises

In today's world, sustainability has become a crucial requirement for companies, investors, consumers, and governments. SMEs that integrate sustainability into their core business strategy will be better positioned to benefit from opportunities and ensure the longevity of their business.

 

We are excited to present a playbook, in collaboration with Enterprise Singapore and SkillsFuture Singapore, to help you understand sustainability concepts and trends. This guide will empower you to evaluate your company's sustainability performance and leverage relevant resources to fast-track your sustainability journey.

 

 

SBF Manpower and Wages Survey 2023

Share your valuable insights on manpower and wage matters, and rest assured, your response will remain strictly confidential. Your active participation will be the driving force behind raising industry concerns to the Singapore Government and will fuel SBF's mission to champion strong support for companies.

 

Survey stays open till 31 July 2023 and takes about 10 minutes to complete.

 

 



#ICYMI

Amazon Global Selling Singapore Cross-border Brand Launchpad

The 'Amazon Global Selling Singapore Cross-border Brand Launchpad' program, in collaboration with Enterprise Singapore and SBF, is designed to empower local entrepreneurs with cross-border e-commerce skills and unlock vast opportunities. It aims to support over 100 Singapore micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in launching and scaling their brands, and provide long-term knowledge collaboration, equipping at least 300 Singapore companies with essential cross-border e-commerce expertise.


 

SBF and Hong Kong Trade Development Council Forge Pact to Drive Economic Growth

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee and Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat signed seven memoranda of understanding covering areas such as business promotion, fintech, innovation, entrepreneurship, decarbonisation, and research. Notably, the Singapore Business Federation and Hong Kong Trade Development Council forged a significant pact to bolster mutual economic growth and business opportunities.

 

 


 

BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

Amazon's Culture of Innovation

Learn about Amazon’s unique culture and the way it innovates. Centred around four elements that serve as the foundation for Amazon’s innovations: Culture, Mechanisms, Architecture, and Organization that take innovation and move it to the edge of AWS. In this session, you will learn how Amazon uses mechanisms, such as its 'Leadership Principles' to operationalise culture that fosters experimentation, calculated risk taking, speed and agility.

 

SBF SMEs Digital & Business Advisory Series

Accelerate Your Business Advancement: Optimise processes and achieve global expansion through B2B e-commerce with our comprehensive solutions. Benefit from a complimentary consultation with our Chief Technology as-a-Service (CTOaaS) consultants, who will assess your digital readiness, tailor solutions, and provide data protection advice. Discover government support opportunities with SME Center's Business Advisors. Limited slots available!

 

INTERNATIONALISATION

Overseas Market Workshop to West Malaysia

Malaysia boasts a diverse population and a growing economy. In its pursuit of fostering economic expansion, innovation, and advancement, the Malaysian Government has strategically allocated investments in pivotal domains like education, infrastructure, and technology, thus propelling economic growth and enticing foreign investments. Notably, Malaysia has set forth an ambitious target of deriving 20% of its energy from renewable sources by the year 2025, presenting an exceptional prospect for potential investors in the renewable energy sector.

 


Overseas Market Workshop to China

Maximise opportunities in the flourishing Greater Bay Area with Digital Transformation! Discover China's thriving business model and trends, and explore its innovative digital transformation across logistics, finance, manufacturing, and more. Connect with senior-level corporate management and esteemed government officials through exclusive networking avenues. Engage in dynamic seminars, thought-provoking roundtable discussions, and enriching company visits, fostering meaningful interactions and invaluable connections.

 

TRAININGS

CSR

RSVP Singapore Corporate Networking Session

RSVP Singapore invites you to cultivate volunteerism and drive purposeful CSR journeys for your employees! Be inspired by our remarkable senior volunteers, who have recently retired from the corporate world, as they share how volunteerism has enriched their lives and made a meaningful difference. RSVP's corporate partners will share their CSR journey and how their employees have benefitted. RSVP now and embark on a fulfilling journey of giving back and building a stronger, more compassionate world.


 

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UN Global Compact Network Singapore’s Singapore Business Carbon Report 2022

Brought to you by CPLC Singapore, the decarbonisation arm of UN Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS), in partnership with Enterprise Singapore and National Environment Agency, the Singapore Business Carbon Report 2022 aims to help companies understand the benefits of measuring and monitoring their carbon emissions and how emission reduction prepares them for the future.


 

AT A GLANCE