[Virtual/Free] Opportunity ASEAN Webinar Series: Malaysia & Indonesia

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

Join our exclusive webinar series, where leading ASEAN AmChams (American Chambers of Commerce) unveil investment opportunities across their respective countries. The first session in the series will feature prospects awaiting foreign companies in Malaysia and Indonesia. Delve into the dynamic markets of these Southeast Asian powerhouses and uncover the potential for growth, expansion, and success. AMCHAM leaders will provide invaluable insights into key sectors, regulatory frameworks, and strategic entry points, offering you the knowledge needed to make informed investment decisions. This series aims to be your gateway to unlocking the vast potential of South East Asia. The webinar is open to all members of AMCHAMs in ASEAN.

Please click here to register.

*This event is organized by AmCham Thailand.

Speakers

Siobhan Das

Chief Executive Officer at AmCham Malaysia

Lydia Ruddy

Managing Director of Amcham Indonesia

As the Chief Executive Officer of AmCHam Malaysia, Siobhan has crafted an action-oriented policy platform to address the strategic concerns of American multinational corporations and confront operational challenges directly. Through collaboration with business leaders and stakeholders from the Malaysian and U.S. governments, Siobhan ensures AmCham Malaysia is the definitive advocate for U.S. businesses in Malaysia. Previously, Siobhan served in a directorial capacity at AmCham Shanghai for five years and spent over a decade in China. With a background spanning two decades in the film industry across multiple continents, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences to her role. Siobhan is a Sloan Fellow from London Business School with a Master's in Leadership and Strategy. She holds dual undergraduate degrees in Broadcasting & Film and English from Boston University and is passionate about uncovering inner strengths, fostering collaboration, and empowering individuals to make impactful contributions.
She has two undergraduate degrees from Boston University and was a Sloan Fellow at London Business School.

Siobhan has created an action-oriented policy platform at the Chamber that is designed to address both the strategic concerns of American multinational companies and the tactical day to day challenges faced by operations on the ground. By working closely with business leaders and various stakeholders in the Malaysian and U.S. governments, Siobhan has been able to represent the membership and ensure that AmCham Malaysia fulfills its role as the Voice of U.S. Businesses in Malaysia.

Lydia brings 25 years of professional experience in the private sector, research, and development. Prior to joining AmCham as MD in 2024, Lydia served as Director of Communications and Special Advisor on US-ASEAN Affairs at the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), an international think tank based in Jakarta. She also served as Advisor to the Chairman of the Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KADIN) for five years, where she co-chaired KADIN’s US Committee (KIKAS). Her academic qualifications include a Law degree (J.D.) from Georgetown University and a Master's in Urban Planning from the University of Washington. She first came to Indonesia in 2006 as a Fulbright scholar to research private investment in Aceh post-tsunami. Before moving to Indonesia, her career focused on law, real estate development, and land conservation in the United States. Currently, she serves on the Board of Trustees of the American Indonesian Exchange Foundation (AMINEF).