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Michelle Chow spent 10 years working in the fashion industry

Michelle Chow Is Bringing Back Eco-friendly Retail Event Green-House

Pass It On's founder takes environmental action through her ventures.

Why Is It So Damn Hard To Lead A Sustainable Life?

Going green is expensive. Governments aren’t doing enough, so why should we? Experts warn that if we do not make any attempt to change, there may be no turning back.

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Fabian Forni's lifelong curiosity has always driven his work, from diversity to historical depths (Credit: Cher Him)

Fabian Forni Leads An Ever-changing Showcase Of France’s Uniqueness

The executive director of Alliance Française de Singapour spearheads programmes that facilitate cross-cultural interactions.

Pang Gek Teng was a banker before deciding that the job wasn't her calling (Credit: Stefan Khoo. )

Pang Gek Teng Introduces The Australian Café Culture In Singapore With Surrey Hills Grocer

The founder of the Australian-inspired grocer shines the spotlight on brands devoted to their craft and way of life.

James Yeong launched Greenbees with the objective of maximising customer engagement while minimising impact on the planet (Credit: Cher Him)

James Yeong Is Set On Creating Purposeful Impact Beyond Commercial Success

The business director at The Activation Group heads a think tank and consultancy dedicated to incorporating green solutions.

For her efforts, Mint Lim was recognised as one of 33 fellows in the 2023 edition of the Cartier Women’s Initiative (Credit: Cher Him)

Mint Lim Drives A Social Mission To Provide Every Child With Quality Education

School of Concepts' founder reserves a percentage of its enrolment for children whose families cannot afford the tuition.

Lynn Tan puts sustainability is at the forefront of The Powder Shampoo's mission (Credit: Stefan Khoo. )

Lynn Tan Is Reducing Our Carbon Footprint With Powder Shampoo

The founder of The Powder Shampoo has developed a product that uses zero plastic and requires much less water.

Warren Liu Helped Revolutionise Landed Home Construction In Singapore

The architect co-founded Inplex, a platform that facilitates the construction of landed homes at a lower cost and within a shorter time frame.

Sophie Hersan, fashion director of Vestiaire Collective (Credit: Vestiaire Collective)

Vestiaire Collective's Sophie Hersan Is Focused On Change

As one of the original founders of resale platform Vestiaire Collective, Sophie Hersan remains committed to her mission to transform the fashion industry.

Thanks to Kelley Wong and the YWLC, the wheel of progress is turning slowly but steadily (Credit: Cher Him)

Kelley Wong Dedicates Her Time To Nurturing Young Women Leaders

The chairperson of Young Women's Leadership Connection leads a 12-member executive committee that manages operations and strategic growth.

Cru World Wine CEO and co-founder Jeremy Howard

Opinion: Fine Wines Are A Growing Asset

Cru World Wine's CEO and co-founder discusses wealth generation and preservation through fine wines.

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Jess Tay Caters To The Demand For Luxury Home Fragrances

The director of Flaming Queen offers customers premium home fragrances to fulfil their olfactory fantasies.

Benjaporn Karoonkornsakul launched The Absolute Group in 2002

Benjaporn Karoonkornsakul Discusses The Success Of The Absolute Group

The founder of the fitness chain strives to build a brand that continually educates, motivates and entertains.

Flamingos in Patagonia National Park, Chile (Credit: Rolex)

Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative: Rewilding Argentina And Chile

Through its Perpetual Planet Initiative, Rolex is supporting two highly respected conservation organisations working to “rewild” two of the world’s most biodiverse ecosystems.

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Ivan Chin Envisions Broadening The Horizon For Those With Special Needs

The CEO of Extra•Ordinary People thinks we are ready for the next norm of a truly inclusive society.

Conscious Brand Founders Adah Chan and Lois Tien Talk Impact Versus Profitability

Answering hard questions about growth in a world of finite resources.

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Corals growing on a 3D-printed tile from Archireef (Credit: Archireef)

Archireef Is Saving Corals Through 3D-Printing

Corals are dying at an alarming rate, but Vriko Yu and David Baker of Archireef have a novel way to save them: 3D printing.

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Robin C. Lee Steers A Ship That Feeds The Hungry

Food From the Heart's CEO keeps the wheels of the non-profit organisation are well-oiled so the needy do not go hungry.