Discourse, Entrepreneurship, Venture Capital and Private Equity »
A couple of incidents for the past year recently made me ponder about the way how entrepreneurs in Singapore, or generally Asians handle their potential investors differently from their western counterparts. Perhaps, in terms of Gladwell’s “Outliers”, the cultural legacy could be the major fact that contributes to their behaviour. Since raising money in such difficult times is so much more challenging, it may also be good to provide some thoughts for those who are optimistic and willing to give it a shot. Sometimes, it’s not their fault to …
Discourse, Politics »
In times of crisis with people gravitating towards the government for assistance in domestic concerns, it is usually a good time for ruling parties (from UK to Singapore) to call for a general election. With recent happenings in Singapore, is it worth the effort of the ruling party of Singapore to call for a general election? In this article, we examine the progress made by the government and the factors that might be for or against their favour in calling for one in the coming year.
With a global …
Journey, Musings »
Last Monday, through a last minute call from Daniel Cerventus, I met up with Mark Surman in Loof, together with Andrew and Heidi (Ford Foundation). We have an interesting discussion on an idea or passion which I have for sometime. Not many people really know why my real passion in life is all about. The idea is to build a foundation to fund thinkers (or academics) in theoretical sciences or humanities similar to how the Medici family have funded the best thinkers in the Renaissance during the 15th century. …
