SFF MeetUp bookings close inSFF MeetUp bookings close in

Get your MeetUp PassGet your MeetUp Pass

Pay It Forward

At the heart of SFF is a powerful, interconnected community. "Pay It Forward" nurtures the next generation of FinTech leaders through shared knowledge and collaboration.

  • 18–20 November 2026, 12:30pm–4:30pm
  • PIF Lounge, Hall 3, Singapore EXPO
Pay It Forward mentoring at SFF

2026 Pay It Forward Tracks

  • Software Engineering & Building

  • AI & Data

  • Product & Project Management

  • Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance

  • Marketing, Content & Community

  • Business, Finance & Strategy

  • Entrepreneurship & Startups

  • Public Policy, Government & Social Impact

  • Still Figuring It Out

Mentor or Mentee

  • A mentor and a mentee in conversation at SFF

    Applications are now open

    Mentor

    How it works

    1. Register – Register your interest via the form by 30 Oct 2026. Successful applicants will have their mentor profile created for the app.
    2. Set Your Availability – Commit at least 2 hours between 12:30–4:30pm, 18–20 Nov 2026 at the PIF Lounge (Hall 3).
    3. Meet Mentees – Approve requests in the app; meetings will be scheduled automatically with table assignments.

    Why join

    • Shape the Future
    • Expand Your Influence
    • Lead the Conversation
  • A mentee meeting a mentor at the PIF Lounge

    Mentee

    How it works

    1. Register – Sign up for your SFF Pass and under 'Your Organisation and Role', indicate your interest in the SFF Mentorship Programme.
    2. Get Set Up - If successful, you'll receive a welcome email prompting you to download the SFF app and review the programme guidelines.
    3. Request Meetings – Submit requests through the app by answering a short prompt. Mentors review each request and decide whether to connect based on their availability and fit with your goals.
    4. Connect & Learn – Confirmed meetings are automatically scheduled with a table assigned at the PIF Lounge.

    Why join

    • Access Leaders
    • Turn Insights into Action
    • Grow Your Network

2026 Mentors

All mentors
Mr Anthony Leong

Mr Anthony Leong

Director

EY

Track Business, Finance & Strategy

Senior IT Executive | Global Technology Advisor | Career Mentor

With a 25-years career in IT consulting, Anthony is a senior management leader who bridges complex technology solutions with long-term business value. His journey spans industry giants including Accenture, IBM, and Microsoft, as well as Silicon Valley startups, offering a blend of enterprise scale and startup innovation.

Anthony brings end-to-end expertise across IT pre-sales, strategic execution, and multi-million-dollar consulting engagements, with a track record of leading digital and cloud transformations across Education, Financial Services, Healthcare, Public Sector, Telecommunications, and Professional Services.

Global Footprint & Regional Expertise
Having lived and worked in Malaysia and Japan, Anthony brings deep cross-cultural acumen and regional market insights. He has managed client relationships and led multidisciplinary teams across more than a dozen countries in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East.

Mentorship & Leadership Development
A passionate advocate for professional growth, Anthony has mentored individuals at every career stage, from students exploring their options to professionals navigating complex corporate environments. He offers practical, real-world guidance tailored to your goals.

Get in Touch
If you are interested in IT, technology, or startups and are seeking career advice, growth strategies, or an insider's perspective on global MNCs versus high-growth startups, Anthony would love to hear from you.