UOB FinLab

🌱 Igniting GreenTech Innovation Across ASEAN! 🌱 UOB FinLab's GreenTech Accelerator just concluded with a dynamic Showcase Day at the Singapore FinTech Festival's Insights Forum. It was a culmination of an incredible six-month journey where we empowered 33 promising GreenTech firms from Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand to develop and scale their sustainable solutions. 🚀 Here's what made this year's programme so special: Over SGD$100,000 was awarded in funding to support pilot projects with UOB and its corporate partners across ASEAN. 15 sustainability solutions were unveiled, addressing key sustainability challenges across various themes: - Carbon Management and Reporting (Smart Tradzt, GreenFi) - Energy Efficiency (Nano Coating Tech Co., Ltd., Co.Efficient Alpha, Ivis Technologies, Wimera Systems) - Circular Economy (Circular Unite, GEPP Sa-Ard) - Food and Agriculture (Wongphai I BIOCHAR) Inspiring keynotes from Sopnendu Mohanty and Eric Lim, shedding light on the future of GreenTech and sustainability in the region. And a big shout out to our incredible GreenTechs: 💡 Energy Efficiency: Beep App, Voltality, Co.Efficient Alpha, Wimera Systems, AltoTech, Chosen Digital, Nano Coating Tech Co., Ltd. ♻️ Circular Economy and Waste Management: Circular Unite, Hydroleap, WasteViz Pte. Ltd., Bina BioX Biomaterials, Entomal Biotech, Ivis Technologies, Materials In Works, MEC Clearwaste, GEPP Sa-Ard, Innogreentech, PapaPaper, PEEL Lab, Wongphai ✍️ Carbon Management and Reporting: Evercomm Singapore, GreenFi, Nika.eco, Smart Tradzt, Retragreen Pte Ltd, Carbonwize, Cero 🍏 Food and Agriculture: Pure Active Water Pte Ltd, tHEMEat Company, Qarbotech, Bariflo Cybernetics Private Limited, Nano Onions 🏙️ Sustainable Cities and Urban Planning: susGain, intlife, CUCUK by Letrik Link We're incredibly proud of the achievements of our GreenTech participants and excited to see their impactful solutions come to life. Together, we're building a greener and more sustainable future for ASEAN! #UOBFinLab #businesstransformation #greeninnovation #environmentalimpact #sustainability #businessgrowth #greentechs

Proud to partner with the UOB FinLab team to bring a gamified sustainability experience to Singapore FinTech Festival! 🌍✨ Discover your Planet Hero Persona with an interactive quiz and learn how to unlock your unique sustainability superpowers on the susGain app. Ready to give it a try!? 🚶♀Visit the UOB FinLab booth in Hall 5 at SFF today and tomorrow, or dive in online here: https://lnkd.in/g8ya93RG #SGFinTechFest #SustainableInnovation #UOBFinLab #susGain #GreenTech

Discover what we have in store for you at #SFF2024, featuring Mr Wee Ee Cheong, UOB’s Deputy Chairman and CEO and our FinLab team; Shannon Lung, Will Leong, Shyanne Leong , Xiang Han Ong, Jiaxin Lin. Visit our booth for a chance to win exciting prizes! Shaun Tan, Marianne Tan, JieQi Tan , Tyrone Sato, Caryl Teng #UOB #Sustainability #Digitalisation #UOBFinLab #Innovation

What’s going on at #SFF2024? Marianne Tan, Programme Director of UOB FinLab, is moderating a panel discussion on “Bridging the gap: Collaborations for sustainable impact”comprising of our #GTA2024 participants; (Carolin Barr K. warodom khamphanchai, PhD John Ooi Chong Sen Emmanual Tay) Come visit us at Singapore Fintech Festival from 6 to 8 November! #UOBFinLab #Fintech #Greentechs #Sustainability #ESG

✨ Happy Deepavali from the UOB FinLab team! ✨ Wishing you a joyous festival of lights filled with happiness, prosperity, and light. May this Deepavali bring you new beginnings and endless possibilities. #HappyDeepavali #FestivalofLights #UOBFinLab

UOB FinLab's Sustainability Innovation Programme just wrapped, and it was more than just a series of workshops—it was a catalyst for change. 🚀 Our latest article dives deep into the key takeaways, revealing how SMEs can: Reimagine their business models: Integrate sustainability into the core of their operations Navigate the complexities of ESG reporting: Meet growing demands for transparency and accountability Decarbonise their footprint: Reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a greener future Unlock green financing: Access funding opportunities to support their sustainability journey. These aren't just buzzwords, they're the keys to future-proofing your business in a world that demands responsible growth. 👉 Find out more in our article: https://lnkd.in/gkeWGnXa #UOBFinLab #SMEs #BusinessGrowth #sustainability #Decarbonisation #SustainabilityGrants #SustainableFinance #ESGReporting #EnergyEfficiency #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #GreenTechnologies

Feeling the pressure to stay competitive in today's digital world? You're not alone. Many #SMEs are facing challenges when it comes to digitalization and sustainability – from a lack of understanding of the right technologies to financial constraints. But there's good news! 🌟 Our latest article has you covered. Learn about the grants that can empower your business, AND discover how UOB FinLab's network of experts can guide you to long-term success. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gyE4cHn2 #digitalisation #sustainability #financialgrants #businessgrowth #UOBFinLab #businesstransformation

📢 New Module Alert: Digital E-Commerce & Innovation UOB FinLab, in collaboration with Amazon Global Selling, has launched the Digital E-Commerce & Innovation Module, designed to empower businesses to thrive in today’s fast-paced market. This comprehensive module covers key strategies for optimising operations, expanding into cross-border markets, and driving digital innovation. 🌏 Are you ready to take your business to the next level and unlock new opportunities in the Southeast Asian market and beyond? Learn more by registering an account here: https://lnkd.in/g_Dbwk-B #DigitalInnovation #ECommerceGrowth #BusinessExcellence #AmazonGlobalSelling #UOBFinLab

🏆 UOB FinLab Wins Gold for Digital Communications! We're thrilled to announce that UOB FinLab and our Public Relations and Communications agency TriOn & Co, has won the Gold Standard Award for Digital Communications at the 2024 Gold Standard Awards by the PRCA APAC! This award recognises our commitment to providing you with valuable content and resources to help you stay ahead in the world of finance and innovation. This achievement motivates us to raise the bar even higher! We'll continue to work hard to deliver high-quality content, provide you with the latest insights and trends, and support you in your journey to achieve your business goals. Stay tuned for more exciting updates from UOB FinLab! #UOBFinLab #TriOnAndCo #GoldStandardAwards #DigitalCommunications #Innovation #ThoughtLeadership #Finance

🎉 UOB Womenpreneurs Networking Event: A Recap of Inspiration and Empowerment! 🎉 We recently hosted an incredible gathering of women entrepreneurs at our UOB Womenpreneurs Networking Event, and the energy was electric! ✨ Here's a glimpse of the highlights: 🤝 Connection and Community: Setting the stage for a day of collaboration and learning, we kicked off with an exciting icebreaker bingo game, followed by a welcome address by @Munal Rathore, Managing Director and Partner of @Boston Consulting Group. 🎤 Insights from Inspiring Leaders: Our panel discussion, "Empowering Women Leaders and Entrepreneurs: Balancing Risks and Rewards", featured powerful insights from: • Mariam Jaafar, Managing Director and Senior Partner at @Boston Consulting Group • Belinda Yeo, Director and Co-founder of @Innovez Engineering • Bridget Tai, Executive Director of @Sonata Dancewear 📢 Expert Advice: We also had impactful sharing sessions by: • Rachel Sim, Head of UOB Core District Business Banking Singapore • Tom Goh, Digital Strategist at Content Collective and Trainer at RISE by BCG U 💡 Key Takeaways • Embrace adaptability and mentorship for success. • Build strong networks and embrace digital transformation. • Align profit with purpose and lead with impact. • Develop financial literacy for informed decision-making. • Leverage generative AI for lead generation and digital transformation. Stay tuned for future events and opportunities to connect with the UOB womenpreneur community! #womenpreneurs #UOBFinLab #womeninbusiness #leadership #networking #entrepreneurship #inspiration #community