Balestier Series Featuring Communications and Information Minister Josephine Teo

The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

Established in 1973, The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore) is the premier business association for international businesses seeking to establish or expand their presence in Southeast Asia.

As the largest and most active chamber in the region, it serves as a cornerstone for over 600 companies and over 6,000 members. For 50 years, AmCham Singapore has a commitment to advocacy, business insights, and connections while being a powerful voice for the business community. With its diverse membership base, it is dedicated to supporting businesses to strive for excellence in this dynamic and thriving region.

Find out more about us at https://amcham.com.sg/about-amcham.

Event Details

The Balestier Series hosts distinguished Singaporean leaders from key sectors and Singapore Ministers who address AmCham members on subjects of significance. Launched in 2014, AmCham's Balestier Series celebrates two centuries of economic and commercial exchange between Singapore and the United States. The Series is named after Joseph Balestier, the first consul to Singapore for the United States who served from 1837 to 1852.

We are honored to host Minister Josephine Teo for this event to mark the International Day of Women and to hear her thoughts on Singapore's progress in gender equality and how campaigns such #ActionForHer can be supported by the business community. Minister Teo, who is also Minister-in-charge of Smart Nation and Cybersecurity, will speak about Singapore's digital priorities, including furthering collaborations with international partners.

Corporate tables (5 seats per table) are available at $500 each. Please email us at pe@amcham.com.sg to find out more about corporate table benefits.
For sponsorship opportunities, please email Lee-Mey Goh at lmgoh@amcham.com.sg.

Please note as per MOH guidelines from 14 Feb 2022, persons aged 18 years and above who have completed the primary vaccination series and are eligible for booster vaccination will be considered as fully vaccinated for 270 days after the last dose in their primary vaccination series.

* For any enquires please contact the AmCham Programming and Events Team at pe@amcham.com.sg.

* Cancellation Policy: No refunds will be provided for cancellations. Replacements will be accepted.

Speakers

Mrs. Josephine Teo

Minister, Ministry of Communications and Information, Second Minister, Ministry of Home Affairs and Minister-in-charge of Smart Nation and Cybersecurity

Minister Josephine Teo was appointed Minister for Communications and Information and Minister-in-charge of Smart Nation and Cybersecurity on 15 May 2021. She is also a member of the National Jobs Council and the Future Economy Council, and has been concurrently the Second Minister of Home Affairs since May 2018.

Mrs. Teo was the Minister for Manpower from May 2018 till May 2021. She previously served in the Prime Minister’s Office and the Finance, Transport and Foreign Affairs ministries.

In the PMO, Mrs. Teo coordinated whole-of-government efforts to better support marriage and parenthood. This led to significant enhancements in pre-school subsidies, parental leave provisions, medical care of young children and support for assistive reproductive technologies (ART).

As Minister of State for Finance, Mrs. Teo coordinated the Government’s successful implementation of the Pioneer Generation Package. As Senior Minister of State for Transport, she chaired the Changi 2036 Steering Committee to enhance the Singapore’s position as a leading global air hub.

An alumna of Dunman High School and Raffles Junior College, Mrs. Teo graduated from the National University of Singapore, winning several honours including the Rachel Meyer Book Prize for being the Best Woman Student. She obtained a Master of Science in Economics from the London School of Economics on scholarship from the Economic Development Board.

She is married and has three grown-up children. She enjoys creating memorable experiences for family and friends.