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      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
      How to take part Meet the mentors
      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 Shaun Y. Z. Phang

      Mr Shaun Y. Z. Phang

      Educator

      Public Service

      Track Product & Project Management

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      About
      📍I have over a decade of full-time work experience in Singapore's higher education industry.

      ✈️At SMU, I took a lead role in contributing to overall programme management & delivery of executive leadership programmes in SG & overseas. Clients that I worked closely with include government agencies (EnterpriseSG, MPA, BCA, PUB, IMDA, GovTech) & MNCs (Bank Mandiri, BUMI Resources, LION Corporation, Great Eastern, Infineon Technologies, Shunkhlai/APU, Qatar Development Bank, Darussalam Assets, KPJ Healthcare, FWD, Prysmian). I delivered programmes in-person to 70 executives in Indonesia (Medan & Jakarta). I led overseas immersion trips for 20 maritime professionals to Denmark (Copenhagen) & 30 government delegates to India (Mumbai & Pune).

      📚At SSG, I advocated lifelong learning by encouraging locals to upskill, sign up for Skills & Training Advisory services, & promoted pay-per-use facilities for learning-related events. I was part of the organising committee for the annual nationwide learning movement, SkillsFuture Festival, by developing & implementing marketing & outreach strategies, that had 235,000 participants through 130 learning events with 200 partners across 6 weeks.

      🏫At NUS, I conducted local & international outreach activities to prospective undergraduate students, coordinated Open House & award-winning Acceptance campaigns, placements of ads, & managed LiveChat conducted by Student Ambassadors. I was a key player in growing Office of Admissions' presence on social media platforms through regular pushing of posts, & restructuring of YouTube channel. I spearheaded the creation of NUS 360◦ first virtual tour ahead of e-Open House, revamping Undergraduate Admissions mobile app for better user experience, re-organising of the "Why-NUS" website, & being an integral member of OAM Staff Welfare Committee (Treasurer & Media IC).

      🗞️At SPH, I provided media solutions to clients across print, radio, outdoor & digital platforms. Key accounts I managed include autonomous universities, polytechnics & overseas institutions.

      🎓For my academics, I attained WSQ ACLP to be a certified Learning Facilitator/Assessor of SSG-funded certifiable courses. I self-enrolled in a digital marketing leadership course with Google's Squared Online & graduated with distinction, to value-add my business degree & media studies diploma.