City Hall Dialogue with EDB MD Jacqueline Poh

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

EDB has been an important partner to AmCham Singapore, and members would be keen understand the agency's role in sustaining Singapore's economic growth and its globally enviable business, trade and investment environment.

* 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

Jacqueline Poh

Managing Director of Economic Development Board

Ms. Poh was appointed Managing Director of the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) on 4 October 2021. She was previously Deputy Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office Strategy Group, which leads and organises the Public Service to develop and implement the strategic priorities of the Government.

She also oversaw the National Population and Talent Division and the Centre for Strategic Futures. Ms. Poh was the founding Chief Executive of the Government Technology Agency of Singapore (GovTech), and was previously the Managing Director of the Infocommunications Development Authority (IDA).

She has also held key positions in the Ministry of Manpower, the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Defence. Ms. Poh is an alumnus of Oxford, Cambridge, INSEAD (MBA) and Stanford.

She has three teenagers and more patience than before she had them.

She currently sits on the Boards of SingHealth and St Luke’s Eldercare, and is a member of the Young Presidents’ Organisation and the World Economic Forum Global Futures Council.