Building a strong foundation to achieve your retirement goals

12:45 to 2:15PM

From effective utilisation of CPF schemes to steady gains from compounded interest, learn to unlock the full potential of your CPF savings for retirement. To top it off, our speakers will also cover tips and basics of investment for those who are new to investing.

Speaker(s): 

Ong Woei Jiin, Director (Retirement Savings), CPF Board

David Ang, CPF volunteer and Managing Director, Bank of Singapore

Thomas Chua, Founder, Steady Compounding

Small actions, big impact: discovering purpose through volunteerism

12:45 to 2:15PM

Find out how you can be part of the fastest growing repair community in Singapore with Repair Kopitiam and tips to live a more sustainable life. After which, be inspired by the changemakers behind Citizen Adventures and SmilesSalamSG as they share what sparked them to take action amidst personal commitments and finding purpose through volunteer work.

Speaker(s):

Azlina Ahmad, Founder, SmilesSalamSG

Cai Yinzhou, Director, Citizen Adventures

Danny Lim, Community Lead (Repair Kopitiam), SL2 Impact Ltd

Self-awareness: the key to effective career planning

12:45 to 2:15PM

In today’s evolving job market, the importance of career planning cannot be overstated. With greater awareness on career values, interests, and skills, you can better navigate and make informed career decisions. Join us to explore the transformative power of self-awareness in crafting a purposeful career plan.

Speaker(s): 

Geraldine Chua, Principal Career Coach, Workforce Singapore

Staying the course: building resilience in times of inflation

2:30 to 4:00PM

What do inflation, high interest rates and volatile markets mean for investors? How can investors build portfolio resilience and protect their investments in such times? Hear our industry experts provide an update on the market outlook, discuss different types of investments and share considerations on Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing.

Investment outlook and market updates by

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, Wealth Management Unit, OCBC Bank

Building a resilient investment portfolio by

Roseline Fong, Head of Insurance and Financial Planning (SEA), HSBC Global Private Banking and Wealth

How to hedge against inflation? (Bonds and equities) by

Eddy Loh, Chief Investment Officer, Maybank Group Wealth Management

Go green with ESG investing by

John Lau, Executive Director, Sustainability Lead, Group Personal Financial Services, UOB

A holistic approach to health preservation: unveiling the secrets of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

2:30 to 4:00PM

TCM has been practised for thousands of years and its principles are deeply rooted in the concept of nature, balance and harmony within the body. In this talk, learn how you can take a holistic approach to your well-being with TCM, common misconceptions, and TCM as a preventive measure through acupressure and simple exercises.

Speaker(s):

Ng Hui Ping, Principal Research Officer, Attending Physician, TCM Geriatric Team Leader, Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution

Pang Ka Yii, Senior Medical Research Executive, Resident Physician, Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution

Travelling with family without breaking the bank

4:30 to 5:30PM

Who says travelling as a family needs to be expensive? Join The Travel Intern in exploring the joys of travelling with family and pick up tips to maximise your holiday while saving money. Get ready to hit the road without hitting your savings!

Speaker(s):

Edelyn Chua, HR Manager and Writer, The Travel Intern

Hendric Tay, Co-founder and Content Creator, The Travel Intern

Lo-CAL delights: trim the calories for delicious local food

4:30 to 5:30PM

Everyone is talking about counting calories - carbohydrates, protein, and fat. How does one enjoy a meal that is tasty and yet low in calories? Pick up tips on how you can make Lo-CAL meals yummy for better calorie planning!

Speaker(s): 

Fiona Chia, Principal Nutritionist, Health Can Be Fun