Women in Business
Programme

A Scale-Up Journey for Women-Led Businesses

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Purposeful Growth × Resilient Scale

The Women in Business (WIB) Programme is a 6‑month scale‑up journey designed for women business founders who are leading established companies and preparing for their next phase of growth.

Built in collaboration with UOB SME Banking (Emerging Enterprise), the programme strengthens commercial clarity, leadership capacity, and regional expansion readiness through practical capability-building, strategic mentorship, and access to UOB’s cross‑border ecosystem.

Upcoming Session

Capstone Day: Women in Business Community Networking:

From Strategy to Opportunity: Expansion, Insights & Community

29 September 2026 (Tuesday)

Pico Creative Centre

20 Kallang Avenue, Singapore 339411

Women in Business 2026 Cohort

Women Business Community Networking

2.00pm - 7.00pm

Registration starts at 1pm

4.30pm to 7.00pm

Registration starts at 4pm

Agenda Overview

Bringing together strategy, expansion, insight, and community, this closing event empowers founders to take their next step forward with greater clarity and confidence.

Through expansion-focused discussions, ASEAN market perspectives, and meaningful connections with mentors, alumni, and peers, participants will leave with fresh insights, stronger networks, and renewed momentum for growth.

2.00pm - 4.00pm

Business Expansion Strategy and Pitching for Growth

Women in Business 2026 Cohort only

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Patrick Ng
Innovation Director
Spark Launchpad

Learn how to pitch your expansion strategy clearly to investors, partners and distributors, especially in overseas markets. This session explores how brand storytelling can help businesses stand out in price-competitive ASEAN markets, while guiding founders to structure a compelling growth narrative and strengthen overseas readiness, including key trademark considerations.

4.00pm - 4.30pm

Registration

Women Business Community Networking

4.30pm - 7.00pm

Registration starts at 4.00pm

Women Business Community Networking Session

Join a curated gathering of women founders, alumni, mentors, and ecosystem partners within the Women in Business Community for an evening of shared perspectives, meaningful conversations, and valuable connections. Gain insights into ASEAN growth opportunities and market entry strategies, while drawing on the collective experience of a community committed to helping one another grow.

4.30pm - 4.35pm

Welcome and Agenda Overview

4.35pm - 5.00pm

ASEAN Market Insights & Economic Outlook

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Alvin Liew
Senior Economist, Senior Vice President
UOB

Translating regional economic trends into SME‑relevant implications, the session covers consumer demand patterns, operating considerations, and market risks across key ASEAN economies.

The sharing equips founders with a broader perspective to validate expansion plans and make more informed, risk‑aware growth decisions.

5.00pm - 5.40pm

Fireside Chat: Market Entry Strategies for Businesses

Building on the ASEAN market outlook, this panel will offer perspectives on regional expansion, highlighting practical market entry models, cross-border considerations, and navigating commercial and cultural nuances in a new market.

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Amy Wee
Country Head for Southeast Asia
Singapore Business Federation (SBF)
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Wipaporn (Bee) Sattaya-apithan
CEO and Executive Director
P.J. Garment (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
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Alvin Liew
(Moderator)
Senior Economist, Senior Vice President
UOB

5.40pm - 7.00pm

Women in Business Community Networking Commence

Continue the conversation over dinner, forge meaningful connections, and strengthen the Women in Business community alongside fellow founders, alumni, mentors, and ecosystem partners.

Programme Resources

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Joewin Tan Founder
Quant Consulting Group
 
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These resources are designed to help founders gain clear visibility over their personal income and business cash flow, enabling more confident planning, better financial decisions, and a stronger foundation for long‑term business resilience.

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Ratna Juita Founder & CEO
The Mindgem
LinkedIn Top Voice

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Business Mentors

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Grow with clarity and confidence

Personalised 1-1 mentorship to refine decisions and accelerate growth. Take the Business Needs & Readiness Assessment if you have yet to complete.

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Key moments and conversations

Take a stroll through the moments, conversations, and candid highlights that shaped our Phase 1 journey.

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Women in Business
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Food &
Beverage
One That You’ve Been Eating Since 1999
GAN HUP LEE (1999) PTE LTD Wholesome, Planet‑Loving Eats
Saute Earth Food Pte Ltd We Don’t Chicken Out on Quality
Hai Ge Ji Pte Ltd Fresh from the Oven – Tarts
Mdm Ling Bakery Childhood Memories, One Pastry at a Time
Uncle Lee Confectionery Pastries with Precision
Patissier Woo Holdings Pte Ltd Baked to Be Loved
Butterfingers Pte Ltd (Butter Studio) Where Concepts Become Cafes
Mega Collective Pte Ltd (cafés & F&B concepts)
Education & Enrichment
Growing Curious Minds
Bluetree Education Pte Ltd Building Confident Communicators
WRITERS AT WORK ENRICHMENT CENTRE PTE LTD Where Great Writing Begins
Writers Studio Grooming Tiny Hands for Future Musicians
Joy Education Early Genius Builders
Heguru Education Centre Pte Ltd Playground for Future Tech Innovators
The Lab Education Centre Pte Ltd Furniture Built for Kids
Kids Haven Modernising Calligraphy Culture
Inklings Creative Studio
Health, Beauty and Wellness
Wellness from Tradition
Oriental Remedies Group Bespoke Beauty and Wellness for Glow
A DrBrand Pte Ltd Breathe. Stretch. Namaste
Hom Yoga Skincare for Confidence in Every Layer
Skin Belief Natural Ingredients for Better Living
Kew Organics Caring for the Wellness of All Mummies
Lady Raffles International Pte Ltd Purposeful Longevity Care
Ikigai Medical Science Meets Skin
DR ORA PTE. LTD.
Hospitality & Travel
Handpicking Your Holiday Villa
VILLA FINDER PTE LTD Design for Excellent Boutique Stays
Nuve Holdings Pte Ltd (Hotel Nuve) Aviation, Up Close
WingsOverAsia
Industrial, Logistics & Trade
Making Stylish Power Point Tracks
Currentx Pte Ltd Turning Sunshine into Energy for Eco Purpose
Stellar Industries Pte Ltd Reliable Packaging for Your Irreplaceable Items
BlackVel Bulk Packagings Pte Ltd Logistics Made Simple
A2EShip Connecting Global Trade in Wellness
Iluho International Pte. Ltd.
Professional Services
Big Moments Made Beautiful
Rosette Creative Events Pte Ltd Design. Build. Deliver
Builtbot Pte Ltd Crafted Living Spaces
Haus Atelier Making Words Work like Magic
Whitewords Pte. Ltd. Weave Engagements and Impressions for Clients
Weave Asia Pte Ltd
Retail, Lifestyle & Consumer Brands
Everyday Active Living
Enso Lifestyle Pte Ltd Timeless, Priceless
ANDRINA YVETTE Thoughtfully Arranged Flowers and Moments
The Florte Pte Ltd Raising Gentle Giant Cats
Oubao Asia (Perfect Maine Coon SG) Minimal Looks, Maximum Vibes
byCaxs Comfortable Wear Designed for Daily Life
JERNN INTERNATIONAL PTE. LTD. Happily Ever After in Style
Z Wedding Design Pte Ltd Dream Dresses Realised
Odelia Bridal Studio Timeless Feminine Style, Everyday Elegance
Theory Inc Pte Ltd (Thread Theory) Blooms with Heart
Petite Fleur SG Pte Ltd Care for Every Creature
My Animal Dispensary Pte Ltd Scents You’ll Remember, Especially in Sentosa
jetaime perfumery pte ltd Ultra‑gentle Things for Tiny Humans
Elly Milley Pte Ltd Timeless Sparkle Pieces
SIMONE JEWELS PTE. LTD.

Business Needs & Readiness Assessment

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Joewin Tan

Chief Executive Officer, Quant Consulting Group and ACE.SG Women Entrepreneurship Committee (WEC) Member

Key Skillsets:

  • Financial Literacy & Business Finance
  • SME Growth & Business Strategy
  • Entrepreneurship & Resilience
  • Leadership & Public Speaking

Joewin is an entrepreneur, speaker, and financial literacy advocate with over a decade of experience building and scaling successful businesses. She is passionate about helping SMEs strengthen their financial foundations and make confident, informed decisions for sustainable growth.

Drawing from both entrepreneurial successes and challenges, Joewin is known for her practical approach to business resilience and financial management. She empowers business owners to navigate uncertainty, overcome setbacks, and build long-term success through disciplined financial strategies.

Ratna Juita

Founder & CEO, The Mindgem, LinkedIn Top Voice

Ratna Juita is a TEDx speaker, facilitator and coach. She empowers individuals and organisations to discover their inner gem so they can shine brightly and make a positive impact in their lives and community they serve.

She co-authored Book “Women Empowered: Personal Journeys to Become Empowered Women” sharing her powerful story of transformation.

Her work is rooted in a personal journey of overcoming imposter syndrome and burnout, which now fuels her mission to empower others to design a life and career on their own terms.

Drawing from her extensive background in Account management, Sales, Marketing, Business Development, Project Management, Career Coaching, Training and Facilitation, Ratna brings a wealth of expertise to her training and coaching sessions.

Her experiential and practical trainings are designed to help people rise above stress, cultivate resilience, and elevate their presence in the workplace and beyond.

Ratna is a trusted partner to global organisations such as Indeed, AIA, Apple, Van Cleef & Arpels, Yokogawa, Grab, Visa, PayPal, SAP, Singtel, and SPH Media. She also works extensively with educational institutions like NUS, NTU, ESSEC Business School, and Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), delivering impactful programs to professionals, students, and leaders alike.

She holds multiple certifications, including:

  • Licensed NLP Practitioner (USA)
  • Certified LEGO® Serious Play® Facilitator
  • Team Psychological Safety Certified Facilitator
  • Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA)
  • Certified Facilitator of Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire (TEIQue)

Ratna has been featured 3x times by Channel News Asia, and recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice.

She delivers impactful programs in Resilience and Well-Being, LinkedIn Personal Branding for Lead Generation, Emotional Intelligence, and Mindful Communication, empowering individuals and organisations with the tools to thrive in today’s dynamic workplace.

Her trainings empower participants to build emotional agility, communicate with clarity and compassion, strengthen their professional presence, and cultivate meaningful, authentic connections that drive both personal and organisational growth.