ABOUT SMC
The Singapore MICE Challenge (SMC) is a platform designed to inspire and develop the next generation of MICE talent.
Organised by the Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS), SMC brings students from Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) together to tackle real-world challenges, exchange ideas and explore new possibilities for the future of MICE.
SMC 2026 brought together aspiring young professionals, industry mentors and judges for a journey of creativity, collaboration and innovation, culminating in the final presentations held in conjunction with the Singapore MICE Forum 2026.
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SMC 2026 WINNERS
Congratulations to the winning teams of SMC 2026!
Their ideas, creativity and dedication stood out among an exceptional group of finalists, demonstrating the potential of the next generation of MICE professionals.
MEET THE SMC 2026 FINALISTS
RISING STAR AWARD NOMINEES
MEET ALL THE SMC 2026 TEAMS
Please find below the complete list of the 10 teams, arranged in sequence from left to right, for the Singapore MICE Challenge 2026.
MEET THE SMC 2026 MENTORS
Andrew Tan
Cluster Director, APAC
Meetingselect Singapore
Gladys Yap
Chief Experience Cultivator APAC,
Orchid AssemblyÂ
Karen Ng
Deputy Managing Director,
Kingsmen Exhibits
Kent Teo
Founder & CEO, Invade
Lisa Kurniawan
Senior Project Manager,
Hustle & Bustle Group
Rei See
Chief Operating Officer, Unearthed Production
Sangeetha Nair
Head,
Content & Connection – HealthTechX Asia,
Clarion Events
Silvan Chua
Sales Manager,
Constellar Venues
(Singapore Expo)
Tyler Lim
Director,
GovInsider/Clarion Events
Vernique Chiam
Senior Manager,
Customer Experience,
Marina Bay Sands
Vivienne Ho
Chief Events Curator,
Change Events Asia
Yoke Cheong​
Managing & Account Director, Asia Pacific at International Conference Services (ICS)
MEET THE FINALS JUDGES
SMC 2026
Chairperson
CTO,
Jublia.com
Deputy Director,
Exhibitions & Conferences,Â
Singapore Tourism Board
President,
SACEOS
THANK YOU
SMC 2026 would not have been possible without the passion, support and contributions of our SMC community.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the participating students, mentors, judges, industry partners and supporters who came together to make SMC 2026 a meaningful platform for learning, collaboration and innovation.
Your commitment to nurturing the next generation of MICE talent continues to inspire the future of our industry.
SEE YOU NEXT YEAR
Until we meet again at SMC 2027!
