ABOUT SMD

The Singapore MICE Development (SMD) debuted in July 2025 alongside the Singapore MICE Forum (SMF). Following a positive inaugural response, SMD returns in 2026 for its second run. This initiative provides a dedicated platform for leading MICE companies to connect with students from Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). Through career insights, networking opportunities, and direct industry engagement, SMD aims to inspire and nurture the next generation of talent while highlighting the diverse and dynamic career pathways within the MICE industry.

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AGENDA ON 31 JULY 2026

9:00AM - 9:10AM
Welcome Remarks by Genevieve Lim, SACEOS Alumni Community (SAC) Chair

9:10AM - 9:40AM
From Intern to Industry Professional: Building a Career in MICE

9:40AM - 10:10AM
Marketplace Showcase (Booth Visits)

10:10AM - 12:00PM
SACEOS Alumni Community (SAC) Segment: SAC MICE Career Quest

Room 1: Life on Event Day

What really happens behind the scenes when events go live.

Panelists

Esther Ng, Conference Executive, Ace:Daytons Direct (International)

Rajavarman Mathichandran, Head,Conferences & Events Unit, National University of Singapore

Sarah Loke, Regional Marketing Manager, Workato

Tania Victoria Neubronner, ASEAN Marketing Lead, Elastic

Moderator: Renee Soh, Intern, Marina Bay Sands

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Room 2: Future-Proof or Left Behind ?

How AI and Sustainability Are Changing Real MICE Jobs.

Panelists

Cassandra Ler

Clarence Chan, Founder & Chief Executive Officer, Bandwagon

Hong Ruoying, Executive Director, Revenue Management, Marina Bay Sands

Vishunu Arumugam, Senior Account Manager, Gevme

Moderator: Ryan Ng, Executive, Convention Services to Aspirer, Marina Bay Sands

12:00PM
Lunch Break

SPEAKERS

Cassandra Ler

Clarence Chan

Esther Ng

Conference Executive,
Ace:Daytons Direct (International)

Genevieve Lim

Grace Tan

Hong Ruoying

Executive Director,
Revenue Management,
Marina Bay Sands

Khairunnisa Abd-llah

Head,
Marketing, Energy Portfolio,
Clarion Events

Lin Enxin

Rajavarman Mathichandran

Head,
Conferences & Events Unit,
National University of Singapore

Renee Soh

Intern,
Marina Bay Sands

Richard Ireland

President,
SACEOS

Ryan Ng

Executive,
Convention Services,
Marina Bay Sands

Sarah Loke

Regional Marketing Manager,
Workato

Tania Victoria Neubronner

ASEAN Marketing Lead,
Elastic

Vishunu Arumugam

Senior Account Manager,
Gevme

MARKETPLACE SHOWCASE

COMING SOON

SUPPORTING INSTITUTES OF HIGHER LEARNING