Who are we?
SGLN is a national movement aimed at preparing Singaporeans for global leadership roles. Supported by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and proudly managed by the Human Capital Leadership Institute (HCLI), we are fostering a strong network of leaders shaping Singapore’s future. All are welcomed to join us on our mission in building a dynamic and vibrant community of leaders who excel globally.
Our Latest Events
Winning with Honour: An SGLN x Honour SG Event
An insightful session with Mr. Lim Siong Guan on how honour, integrity, and trust have shaped Singapore’s success and continue to define leadership in a globalised world.
SGLN Alumni Conference: The World in 2025
What will 2025 have in store for us? This conference convened a distinguished assembly of thought leaders, including public intellectuals, industry experts, and members of the SGLN community.
Leadership Symposium with Dr. Marshall Goldsmith
One of the World’s top thought leaders, Executive Coach, and renowned NYtimes best-selling author, Marshall Goldsmith shared with us why “what got you here won’t get you there” in your next phase of leadership.
Breaking into the Tech World
At this event, we will shatter the misconception that tech is only for software engineers and developers, and reveal the hidden world of “non-tech” roles that are vital to the success of global tech companies.
Leveraging the Power of Networks
This event equipped participants with practical tools and strategies to harness the power of professional networks for career advancement.
Unlock Your True Potential: Personal Transformative Mindset
In this session, Dr Hannes Schmid challenged us to question ourselves, seek expert advice, and even make mistakes – all with openness, attentiveness, and courage.
Sustainable Cities and Carbon Markets Panel
We uncovered how the economics of sustainability are important considerations in global business surrounding carbon markets and sustainable finance.
Embracing Social Sustainability: A Journey Towards Purposeful Business
We explored the importance of integrating social responsibility into business practices and organisational culture through a mindful cooking workshop and a panel discussion.
An Evening at the Art House on Dealing with Uncertainties
This event provided leaders with tips on navigating and leading change across various facets, from technological disruptions, to structural and process changes and cultural transformation.
Building a Global Brand with Ho Kwon Ping
We kicked off our SGLN Fellowship 2025 applications with a moderated dialogue, networking dinner and book signing featuring leading business figure Mr. Ho Kwon Ping, founder and Executive Chairman of Banyan Tree.
Building Bridges: Leverage Cultural Intelligence in a Diverse World
This discussion led by Dr. Zsuzsanna Tungli, our panellists, Jenny Chua, Kulwant Bardh, and Mairin Reid, tackled cultural intelligence in leadership. We explored “crucible experiences” that shape cultural understanding, navigating the shareholder vs. customer balance, and overcoming communication barriers. Highlighting the importance of cultural awareness in feedback, soft skills, and adaptability, the conversation emphasised leading by example and fostering an inclusive environment built on respect and understanding.
Singapore Leaders Network 2nd Anniversary Celebration
SGLN celebrated our second anniversary with Piyush Gupta, the CEO of DBS Bank, as our special guest. The event featured a captivating debate on the thought-provoking motion: Do Singaporeans have what it takes to become global business leaders today? Participants got to engage in a stimulating discussion, hear insightful perspectives from industry leaders, and celebrate SGLN’s journey.
Leadership Dialogue with Jim-Heng Lee
Jim-Heng Lee is an outstanding Singaporean business leader who was most recently the global CEO of a multi-billion dollar Zurich-listed company with over 15,000 employees in more than 50 countries around the world. He shared his personal story of how his global leadership journey took root, from his early school days in Singapore to his rapid progression in his career, venturing out to China and then to Switzerland. He offered authentic tips on how he used his Singapore roots to his advantage, and how he had to adapt as he moved to new environments.
Cultivating the Risk-taking and Entrepreneurial Mindset of Singaporean Leaders
An engaging 2-hour interactive workshop focused on cultivating entrepreneurial mindset and skillsets. The workshop featured moderated dialogues and group discussions, enriched by the invaluable insights of distinguished speakers: Magnus Grimeland, CEO & Founder of Antler and Dr May Yap, Senior Vice President and Global Chief Information Officer at Jabil.
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