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OCBC One Connect is our flagship business platform that leverages our strong regional presence to connect businesses across ASEAN and Greater China, fostering partnerships and helping businesses accelerate their growth. At a recent event, over 50 businesses and partners from Hong Kong and Singapore gathered to explore new opportunities in Property Technology (PropTech) and Construction Technology (ConTech), with a focus on green innovation, digital solutions, and sustainability. PropTech combines real estate and technology, driving advancements in how we build and manage spaces. Similarly, ConTech enables advanced engineering innovations that enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability in construction. This exclusive event was led by OCBC and supported by HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, whose mission is to build Hong Kong’s innovation-led ecosystem. With OCBC’s expertise in supporting businesses across industries, we share a common goal of supporting these enterprises by bridging industries and facilitating valuable connections. Here’s what the attendees had to say: Jessy WANG, Global Partnerships Executive, HKSTP shared, “This is the first networking event of the HKSTP Overseas Partnerships team in collaboration with a bank in Singapore. The event was very enriching, providing our companies with a lot of exposure on various levels. This will help achieve cross-border collaborative expansion of the Hong Kong startup ecosystem.”   This was echoed by Tony Lam CEP ®, Head of Sales, Aurabeat Technology Ltd, "The networking opportunities were exceptional. These new connections have the potential to significantly accelerate our market entry and product development timelines.”   Louis Khoo, Director of Kimly Construction added, “The event was an excellent forum for cross-border industry knowledge exchange among the growing community of advanced construction tech practitioners, innovators and startups. I also learnt how OCBC can support and bring inventors and companies from across the globe together to solve real world industry challenges.” Through such curated business matchmaking and knowledge-sharing sessions and more, OCBC continues to play a critical role in shaping the future of these industries in ASEAN, Greater China, and beyond. #OCBCOneConnect #PropTech #ConTech #GreenInnovation #Sustainability #BusinessPartnerships #OCBC #HKSTP

OCBC Malaysia is proud to be a sponsor at the 17th World Chinese Entreprenuers Convention! Join us at the 17th WCEC, one of the largest gatherings of Chinese entrepreneurs worldwide, with over 4,000 attendees expected! The event runs from 9-11 September at the KL Convention Centre. Don't miss the chance to visit our OCBC booth at Hall 7, Level 3, Booth A005 for a special surprise gift and exciting activities. Pocket talk sessions will be held at our booth on 10 September from 9am onwards. Drop by to hear valuable insights and connect with us! Register for free entry here: https://lnkd.in/gFNibbzZ We can't wait to see you there! #OCBCMY #WCEC2024 #WorldChineseEntrepreneurs #MaximiseOpportunitiesinMalaysia

Sustainability isn’t just good for the planet — it’s good for a business. Companies that prioritise going green are reaping the financial rewards. At a recent fireside chat with clients and employees, our Group Chief Sustainability Officer Mike Ng and Chief Economist Selena Ling discussed how businesses can boost their bottom line by going green. Read on to learn 4 ways your business can do well by doing good.

Gen Alpha will soon be able to bank digitally with the OCBC MyOwn account. Launching on 20 October 2024, this first-of-a-kind account by a bank in Singapore enables teenagers and older children aged seven to 15 to operate their own bank accounts. Using their own OCBC Digital app and OCBC MyOwn debit card, teens can make digital payments more easily while out with friends. Those who are younger may not have their own phones yet, so OCBC MyOwn account’s usefulness would centre on savings and to facilitate early financial education. This independence is balanced with parental supervision - parents will be able to use their own OCBC Digital app to monitor their child’s account activities, among other control measures. More info: go.ocbc.com/MyOwn

One took over her mother’s business and transformed it. One started a business at a young age with her spouse. Another decided to break norms and enter the tech world.   These are just some of the women who embody the determination and grit of women entrepreneurs, paving the way as trailblazers in their respective industries. These remarkable women are none other than our esteemed panellists: Ms Wei Jia Chin (Group CEO of HMI Medical), Ms Verleen Goh (Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Alchemy Foodtech ) and Ms Sharon Lim (Chairwoman of Browzwear), who shared their insights at a panel discussion during the inaugural OCBC Women Unlimited networking event.    Moderated by Mr Linus Goh, Head of Global Commercial Banking at OCBC, our panellists shared 3 key advice for women entrepreneurs:   1. Embrace your potential and grow into it. “We need to accept our potential, seize it and run with it. You might not be 100% there, but you can grow into it.” - Ms Chin Wei Jia, Group CEO of HMI Medical   2. Your voice matters, be heard. “What matters is the voice that you have. As long as you are willing to share about your idea and put yourself out there, you can be heard.” - Ms Verleen Goh, Co-founder and CTO of Alchemy FoodTech   3. Pace yourself and stay true to your abilities. “You need to know what it means to pace yourself, and not let other people’s pressures pressure you to do things any differently from what you are able to do.” - Ms Sharon Lim, Chairwoman of Browzwear Group Thank you to our amazing panellists and everyone who joined us! Come join the movement as we galvanise a community that supports one another, and empowers women to achieve their dreams and ambitions.   Find out more on how we are empowering women entrepreneurs here: https://lnkd.in/gjJiXNAd   #OCBCWomenUnlimited #WomenEntrepreneurs #CelebratingWomen

What an impactful finale to an extraordinary series of events at Grow Your Way! The highlight of the day was the Closing Ceremony, where our Group CEO, Helen Wong, helmed an inspiring fireside chat on revolutionising career growth; it was an invitation for us to reimagine how we can thrive at OCBC in today’s dynamic and ever-evolving business landscape. Our Grow Your Way festival has truly been a celebration of skills mobility and innovation as we design and build an agile ecosystem that supports every one of us in thriving at work! For it is through the power of continuous learning and the courage to take the leap, that we keep our torch burning as we grow together. Because Opportunity Starts Here. #OCBCGrowYourWay #OCBCMOBI #OCBCCampus #OpportunityStartsHere

Opportunities for growth often start with a conversation.   The power of connecting with like-minded business leaders cannot be overstated; these interactions spark new ideas and pave the way for innovative solutions and shared successes. Leaders like Htay Aung from Anywheel and Eu-wen Ding from Lumos walked away from a recent Emerging Enterprise Award Alumni Networking event with fresh perspectives, as well as meaningful connections with past winners and finalists. These interactions embody the essence of the awards: recognising bold ideas and building a community where businesses can connect, learn, and grow together. Htay Aung, CEO and Founder, Anywheel shared: “The Alumni Networking event was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders. The conversations sparked new ideas and opened up exciting possibilities for collaboration that can enhance our impact. It’s inspiring to be part of such a dynamic and supportive community.” Echoing similar sentiment, Ding Eu-wen, co-founder and CEO, Lumos Labs shared: “Attending the alumni event was a fantastic experience. It provided a platform to engage with other ambitious entrepreneurs and explore new opportunities for collaboration. Events like these are invaluable in fostering relationships that can lead to innovative solutions and shared success.” Now into our 17th year of running this annual award, our alumni network has grown to include hundreds of businesses, reflecting the enduring impact of the awards. The Emerging Enterprise Award and Emerging Enterprise Sustainability Award is presented by OCBC, Asia's Best SME Bank and The Business Times. Learn more: www.ocbc.com/EEAward #EmergingEnterpriseAward #EmergingEnterpriseSustainabilityAward #OCBCxSMEs #BusinessSuccess #Entrepreneurship

Our Grow Your Way festival lights its way in Malaysia, revealing the marvellous array of growth opportunities for our people, with the vast palette of Skills Showcases, talks and immersive experiences! Kicking off the day was a captivating opening by Chor Sen Tan, CEO, OCBC Malaysia, whose unparalleled enthusiasm for MOBI, our new AI Career Growth platform, shone a light on its impact on opening up horizons in skills mobility. This was followed by a deep dive into the world of data and navigating today’s data-driven world by Donald MacDonald, Head Group Data Office, OCBC, and a compelling session on growing the Islamic Banking business, by Encik Mohd Kamal Bin Abdul Karim, Head, Islamic Product and Business Development, OCBC Al-Amin. Capping off the insightful series of events was a stimulating conversation by Joseph Yong, Head, Technology, Information Security Office, OCBC, and Alex Cheng, Director of Cyber Threat Operations, PwC, Malaysia, on building resilient organisations through strengthening cyber defense. In the spirit of play and curiosity, participants got to discover more about MOBI through an eye-opening card game session, and gleaned insights from their very own UNBOX talks where colleagues shared their personal journeys of growth. Keen on joining the excitement? Come down to OCBC Campus tomorrow for our finale and closing ceremony! With an exclusive panel on Coaching for Growth and a highly anticipated fireside chat with our Group CEO, Helen Wong, you’ll be in for a something extraordinary! What’s more, experience our Cyber Escape Room, transformational Speed Coaching Sessions, AR Photobooth, and our incredible MOBI AI Lab! Opportunity Starts Here. #OCBCGrowYourWay #OCBCMOBI #OCBCCampus #OpportunityStartsHere

Mobility is at the heart of this year’s Grow Your Way festival, and we are thrilled to introduce MOBI, our AI Career Growth Companion to benefit all employees across OCBC Group! A radical game changer in supercharging employees’ skills mobility and enabling them to reach their career aspirations, it also gives managers broader access to the vast talent pool within OCBC. With MOBI, you get to discover your skills, strengths, and opportunities you never imagined. Get recommendations for learning courses and gigs to plug your skills gaps, mapping out personalised pathways for you to reach your career aspirations. Taking the leap has never been more exciting when you know that MOBI is with you all the way! So come down to our MOBI AI Lab and get MOBIlised! Our friendly MOBI ambassadors will guide you in the onboarding process and show you what possibilities await your career at OCBC. What’s more, have a go at our MOBI AI Photobooth where you can create your very own avatar inspired by your dream role and desired superskills. The best part? The limit’s your imagination. So dream big and expand your skills palette at Grow Your Way! Join us tomorrow 28 August, Wednesday for the Grow Your Way finale at OCBC Campus for a powerful growth experience at our MOBI AI Lab, Skills Showcases, Speed-Coaching sessions, insightful talks, exclusive giveaways and more! Because Opportunity Starts Here. #OCBCGrowYourWay #OCBCMOBI #OCBCCampus #OpportunityStartsHere

Tampines Centre 2 was aglow with the irrepressible joy of our Grow Your Way festival! Indulging in refreshing fruit popsicles and kacang puteh, our colleagues explored the incredible array of Skills Showcases, stimulating talks, Speed Coaching sessions, and our crowd-favourite – our MOBI AI Lab where everyone got to meet our highly anticipated AI Career Growth platform! The morning kicked off with a compelling panel discussion on career longevity, comprising Tan May Ling, Head, Technology Solutions, Global Markets & Group Risk Management, OCBC, Duong Binh Minh, Vice President, Global Transaction Banking, OCBC, Adrian Choo, CEO & Co-Founder, Career Agility International, and moderator, Ellen T., Vice President, Learning & Transformation, OCBC, in which we explored new career paradigms and learn how a shift in perspective can lead to balance in our jobs. This was followed by a talk on the evolution of Customer Experience and the application of customer-centric skills across different workstreams by Lay Hiang Low, Vice President, Group Customer Experience, OCBC, and an empowering session on bridging gaps in career change by Paul Wu, Executive Instructor, Prosci Singapore. Want more for your Career Growth? Come down for our Grow Your Way finale this coming Wednesday at OCBC Campus! It’s going to be absolutely spectacular! Because Opportunity Starts Here. #OCBCGrowYourWay #OCBCMOBI #OCBCCampus #OpportunityStartsHere