ABOUT SMC
The Singapore MICE Challenge (SMC) is about shaping the future of the industry, showcasing the next generation of talent and providing a platform for students from various Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to present their transformative ideas in reimagining the future of MICE.
The Singapore MICE Challenge, organised by Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS), will be held in conjunction with the Singapore MICE Forum (SMF) scheduled for 29 – 31 July 2026.
KEY TIMELINE
MEET THE MENTORS & TEAMS
Please find below the complete list of the 12 teams, arranged in sequence from left to right, for The Singapore MICE Challenge 2026.
For further details on the judging criteria and application process, please refer to the SMC 2026 PPT deck, which will be sent to each team individually.
Should you have any enquiries, please contact Sufia at Sufia@saceos.org.sg.
MEET THE 2026 SMC 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)
