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The next artificial intelligence revolution could be founded by student innovators, but they need funding

Trailblazers - Student Ambassadors

Students play a vital role in bringing our global innovation event to life. Each year, we select a passionate team eager to explore behind-the-scenes operations, connect with global leaders in innovation and entrepreneurship, and help empower the next generation of changemakers. Their energy and fresh ideas fuel our work, and we’re proud to introduce the student ambassadors for our 2025 edition.

Ng Kok Jing

Shawn Lim
National University of Singapore

Sakaya Amalraj Denxi Fenn

Russell Yap Yi Long
Singapore Management University

Revant More
Singapore Management University

Priyal Nevatia
Singapore Management University

Paul Florentino
Singapore Management University

Parin Dani
Singapore Management University

Niharika Singavajhala
Singapore Management University

Nicole Teo Yuruo
Singapore Management University

Nicodemus Tan Jia Hong
Singapore Management University

Ng Wan Yi, Rachel

Shen Dayang

Ng Jing Darrius

Natalie Tesia Koh

Natalie Lim Kit Ee

Mavis Goh

Marissa Chwee

Madeswaran Devnavin

Lim Wei Min
Singapore Management University

Lim Hong Sheng Elton
Singapore Management University

Lim Cai Qian
Singapore Management University

Lilia Meinikova

Leon Paul Birk
Singapore Management University

Tung Jun Rong Keefe

Zhang Yimei

Yang Shufan

Xander Minzenmay

Win Lei Thawdar

Wang Jiaxin

Vivienne Low
Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Vivian Liu

Visco Chelsy Joyce Regodon

Verlisa Pay

Vera Ang Jer Han

Vamsidhari Wadhawani

Leo Kai Jie
Singapore Management University

Thanmai Pathakota

Tanish Ambati

Tan Jie Kang Anson

Tai Xiu Shan

Swetha Mahesh

Srivarshni Kasirajan

Soon Zheng Foong

Sonya Low Ya Xuan

Soh Jing Rhi, Ryan

Sivaghami Lakshmanan

Sherin Arun Jasmine

Celine Tan
Singapore Mangement University

Emma Tang

Durga D O Chandrasekaran
Singapore Management University

Diya Krishnaraj
Singapore Management University

Dheeraj
Singapore Management University

Danica Edina Adianti
Singapore Management University

Chua Dong En
Singapore Management University

Chew Sheng Ee Ethan
Singapore Management University

Cheng Xin Lin
Singapore Management University

Charlene Chan
Singapore Management University

Chan Xi Jin
Singapore Management University

Chai Jun Yu
Singapore Institute of Technology

Esther Tay Ling Xi
Singapore Management University

Carlene Selena

Boonsom Surapong

Boonsom Suramit

Bharath Jyothi Vijay

Bansal Udeesha

Angelina Jenning Kurniawan
Singapore Management University

Ammar Faris

Alicia Tung Shi Ru
National University of Singapore

Alex Chien
National University of Singapore

Aarti
Singapore Management University

Alessandra Silvestri
Singapore Management University

Jeffrey
Singapore Management University

Lee Wan Ling
Singapore Management University

Lee Looi Le
Singapore Management University

Le Thi Hong Van
Singapore Management University

Koh Yi Xuan
Singapore Management University

Koh Guang Wei, Anson
Singapore Management University

Kenzie Li Zhixian
Singapore Management University

Justin Poh
Singapore Management University

Josephine Hillary Noorjono
Singapore Management University

Jonas Ong Kiat Yong
Singapore Management University

John Liu Kanglong
Singapore Management University

Jia Wen Ng
Singapore Management University

Adele Lim
Singapore Management University

Jazlyn Mary Francis
Singapore Management University

Ishita Milind Palsule
Singapore Management University

Ho Jun Xi
Singapore Management University

Goh Yong See
Singapore Management University

Gloria Phua Qi
Singapore Management University

Giovanna Nobre Martins Gaia Duarte
Sciences Po Paris

Gan Jin Qin
Singapore Management University

Francis Tan
Singapore Management University

Florentino Lemuel Paul Villar
Singapore Institute of Technology

Feng Shiru
Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Dr Poon Kee Chun is the Head of Climate Change and Sustainability Science & Technology Office (CCSSTO). The team is embedded at the National Climate Change Secretariat (NCCS) in the Prime Minister’s Office, Strategy Group from the Public Sector Science and Technology Policy and Plans Office (S&TPPO). He is in charge of the technology team that looks at the different technologies that can advance Singapore’s climate change and sustainability agenda and support the whole-of-government climate change objectives. He holds a Ph.D.

Singapore Management University (SMU) has announced the 60 finalists from over 1,500 applicants worldwide for the 12th Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC), which will be held from 29 September to 2 October 2025 at the Singapore City Campus. Thai team 'MUI-Robotics' is one of the finalists.

LKYGBPC Venues & Directions

All venues are accessible via MRT and major bus lines; with wheelchair access available. With road closures expected during F1 week, please allow additional travel time for your journey.

To facilitate smooth access to campus, all LKYGBPC attendees are required to present their event QR code to the SMU Campus Security team upon entry and exit. The QR code will serve as your visitor pass and will remove the need for any additional registration through the SMU Visitor Management System (VMS) at the security counter.

SMU Yong Pung How School of Law

Address: 55 Armenian St, Singapore 179943
 

By MRT:

  • Take the Circle Line (CC2) and alight at Bras Basah station, Exit B (2 min walk to campus).

  • Alternatively, use Downtown Line (DT21), alight at Bencoolen, Exit C (3 min walk).

  • From City Hall MRT (EW13/NS25), Exit A, walk about 6 min.

By Bus:

  • Nearby stops: "Cathedral of the Good Shepherd" (04151), "Stamford Court" (04143), "After CHIJMES" (04159).

  • Bus Services: 147, 166, 167, 33, 56, 77, 857, 130, 133, 145, 197, 851, 124, 174, 190.

By Taxi:

  • Primary Drop-off: Via Canning Rise entrance - direct access to the Yong Pung How School of Law building carpark

  • Alternative Drop-off: Bencoolen Street near SMU School of Economics & Social Sciences (approximately 2-minute walk)

By Car:

  • Parking is limited. Nearest public parking: Lee Kong Chian School of Business (50 Stamford Rd), CHIJMES (30 Victoria St), Peranakan Museum (39 Armenian St).
     

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible; accessible restroom and seating available.
 

 

 

 

The Clifford Pier

Address: 80 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049326

 

By MRT:

  • Alight at Raffles Place (East West/NS Lines) and take Exit A. It is a 7-minute walk via Battery Road and Collyer Quay.

  • From Downtown MRT (DT17), take Exit C (~9 min walk).

By Bus:

  • Nearest stops: "Fullerton Square" or "Clifford Pier" stops. Buses: 10, 97, 100, 196, 531, 700A.

By Taxi:

  • Primary Drop-off: 80 Collyer Quay - main entrance of The Fullerton Bay Hotel (direct building access)

By Car:

  • Paid onsite parking at basement level of The Fullerton Bay Hotel.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible; accessible restroom and seating available.

 

 

 

GlassDome - Landmark of Good

Address: 28 China St, Singapore 049570

 

By MRT:

  • Take Exit D from Telok Ayer MRT station, then follow the signs into Far East Square and walk straight past the glass doors to reach Glass Dome

  • Alternatively, you can take Downtown MRT Exit A and walk towards Far East Square to reach Glass Dome conveniently.

By Bus:

  • Buses: 186, 970, 162, 197, 80, 51. Alight at Cross Street (Opp Hong Lim Complex).

By Taxi:

  • Primary Drop-off: 28 China Street - directly at the venue entrance in front of Yakun and walk towards the GlassDoor.

By Car:

  • You can park at The Clan Hotel's carpark, with the entrance at the end of China Street on the left side.

Accessibility:  Wheelchair accessible entrance.

 


 

 

Xiuling Guo is the Chief Executive Officer of Nurasa, leading the company’s mission to drive innovation and sustainability in Asia’s food ecosystem. With over 20 years of experience in the global ingredients and quick service restaurant (QSR) sectors, she brings deep expertise in building and scaling businesses across international markets.

James Tang has over 16 years venture capital experience in Kleiner Perkins and Kreo Ventures. He has built very rare tracking record to find and support companies from 0-to-multi-billion-$ revenue in hardtech (Hardware and deeptech) sector globally, includes drones/artificial intelligence-enhanced robots, disruptive digital devices, enterprise-level IT infrastructure, Internet of Things, semiconductors, energy storage systems and sustainable development technologies.

Dr Chris Tan is a Pioneer APAC leader in the field of clinical genomics , proteomics and molecular diagnostics with extensive experience in startups and MNCs in the Healthcare Service, Molecular Diagnostics, Precision Medicine sectors. Over the course of his career, Dr Tan has developed  extensive experience in international settings across the Asia Pacific including China, Japan and Rest of Asia.

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