Daniel C.

A MICE industry veteran since 1999 and an advocate for Sustainability throughout my career, MICEcarbon was conceived in July 2022 and brought to life with URECA in July 2023 as a solution for the MICE/Business Events industry to decarbonise with transparency and ease via verified carbon offset projects, with the logic that no matter how sustainably an event is planned to be, it will always have a carbon footprint that needs offsetting. Whilst less under scrutiny than the Mining, O&G and Manufacturing industries, MICE is an aggregator industry for transportation, hospitality, F&B, staging & production etc that collectively produces substantial carbon emissions. MICEcarbon is a MICE industry targeted carbon-credits tokenisation platform that allows the transaction of carbon offsets from as low as 20 Kg to multiples of 1MT of carbon through an intuitive, easy-to-use and integrable system that provides end-to-end transparency and traceability on the origin of the carbon offsets. A financial solution to the climate crisis, the verified projects supported provide many co-benefits to local communities, in addition to carbon credits created.

PWNT develops and delivers innovative and sustainable water treatment technologies to help solve the world's drinking water challenges. Based in The Netherlands, it has pilots and full-scale treatment plants established globally, including the world's largest ceramic membrane-based water treatment plant commissioned in 2019 in Singapore. A strong advocate for PWNT’s more sustainable ceramic membrane-based drinking water technology that requires a smaller footprint (less materials) and lasts much longer (with ceramic membranes proven to last more than 25 years in continuous use). Since 2009, responsible for comprehensive marketing communications strategy and implementation successfully leading to PWNT’s prominence in the water treatment industry within a relatively short time. Promotion of PWNT's advanced and sustainable water treatment solutions to global markets through media and events participations, including major trade events such as the Singapore International Water Week. Tactical works include marketing materials design, exhibitions management, advertising, and social media management, as well as scripted and produced key marketing videos to promote PWNT's technologies, including PWNT’s 15th anniversary video. To further industry thought-leadership, have also managed and moderated Webinars promulgating the benefits of PWNT's ceramic membrane based water treatment technologies. With the acquisition by Nijhuis Saur Industries in August 2022, continued work with the NSI global team to align branding and communications efforts.

AONIA Pte Ltd is a trusted enabler that supports clients in attaining their ESG, strategic communications, and stakeholder relationship management objectives. Daniel is passionate about helping clients support UN SDG and ESG goals through their businesses, leveraging upon his global network of partners and associates including award-winning speakers, management consultants, coaches, and subject matter experts across industries, skills and geographies. As a Sustainability advocate, all events he has organised have utilised sustainability principles to reduce transport footprints, support local producers and communities, and minimise waste. Daniel has experience working with the Automobile, Agricultural, Association, Aviation, Beauty, Chemicals, Energy, Finance, Fashion, Hospitality, Luxury, Pharmaceutical, Technology, Travel, Water, Government and Not-for-Profit sectors. He has managed successful teams and projects worldwide, including Bali, Bangkok, Beijing, Barcelona, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Kathmandu, Taipei and Singapore. Daniel holds an Honours Degree in International Business from the prestigious National University of Singapore, and the coveted Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) credentials awarded by the Events Industry Council on the first attempt. He is also trained as a Corporate coach under CoachU, with ICF qualifications. A sought-after lecturer on various topics, Daniel developed the Professional Events management (PEvM) course in 2017 for SACEOS, recognised by the EIC and WorkForce Singapore, and has also guest-lectured for SHATEC and Murdoch University, and at international fora on topics including Business Events Industry Development and Destination Marketing. He was Vice-President for SIngapore Business Events trade body SACEOS (2012-2017), during which he conceived the Singapore MICE Challenge for youth talent development.

Multiple stakeholder strategy and engagement in conjunction with ESG activities and reporting aiding the growth of an Impact-driven company with the mission of enabling trade for under-served SMEs in the commodities sector, a proud pioneer in the trade finance sector utilising Fintech-powered mechanisms and methodologies that materially support 12 out of the 17 UN SDGs, and manager of Funds that have demonstrated strong, steady returns since inception despite global headwinds. Identification, Development and Management of relationships with global stakeholders including the Media, Associations, Chambers, Governmental & Institutional partners, and Investors aligned with TradeFlow's mission. A strong advocate of the TradeFlow business model and mission, also active in capital raising to support AUM growth to enable more SME trade enablement. Leading comprehensive works related to enhancing TradeFlow’s brand image including the creation and guardianship of TradeFlow's updated Brand identity, Investor communications materials, advertising, social media, content creation. Management of all media platforms, with 20X organic growth of TradeFlow’s YouTube channel subscriber base, and strong growth of Linkedin and Twitter followers. Driving ESG-related developments, Daniel initiated TCFD and UN Global Compact participation for TradeFlow, based on continuing achievements in developing economies to reduce poverty, increase gender equality, increase grower productivity and incomes, and reduce carbon emissions whilst enabling trade for SMEs.

Held 17-18 November 2022 in Singapore, The GREENTECH FESTIVAL is an event celebrating positive climate impact by former Formula 1 World Champion Nico Rosberg and engineers and entrepreneurs Marco Voigt and Sven Krüger. In support of the Event's enlightened aims, Daniel works together with GTF's CEO Judith Kühn – former Conference Director and Board Member of DMEXCO - and her team to deliver the inaugural edition of the GreenTech Festival Singapore, the brand's flagship event in Asia, bringing together Change-makers across sectors to deliver greater impact and Celebrating their achievements. #togetherwechange

Advisory and operational support to SACEOS for areas inclusive of Talent development ; Increasing membership value ; Raising the profile and prestige of the MICE industry ; Increasing adoption of Technology that benefits the industry and users. Well-received Speaker and Trainer on MICE-industry topics in locations including Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, China and Taiwan. Daniel conceived the Singapore MICE Challenge as inaugural Chairperson of the Young Leaders programme for youth talent development. He also developed the Professional Events Management Course (PEvM) certified by the Events Industries Council (EIC) which he continues to be a Trainer at SACEOS for, with each course updated with the latest trends and technologies.

A dynamic Conference facilitator and moderator with diverse experience in a wide range of events including Summits, conferences, luxury product launches, concerts, international sports events, auctions, company annual celebrations and weddings since 1999. Daniel’s communications capabilities and people skills have also been employed in leading team-building and leadership development programmes for MNCS like ABN-AMRO, Caltex and Temasek Holdings.

QuantumTech is a specialist in the Identification, Development and Promotion of strategic Future-oriented technologies. We focus in particular on commercially viable technologies with the ability to enhance human safety, survivability and growth potential. Our global business network consists of both emerging and established R&D centres, government bodies, industry leaders and academia in advanced techology sectors. QuantumTech’s management has extensive experience and networks within the aerospace, defence, security and healthcare fields, and has unique Asia operations know-how and domain expertise. Our represented technologies and services affect a range of industrial, business, security and humanitarian sectors, including: Healthcare, Wellness & Medical Technology Solutions Aerospace & Defence, Security & Close Protection Advisory Services, Clean Technology (Water treatment), Space Systems and Subsea Systems

Worked in close collaboration with PWNT's CMO Debbie Middendorp and other senior management members to build the PWNT brand and awareness of its cutting-edge drinking water treatment technologies worldwide to key stakeholders via strategic communications. Conceptualised and managed marketing communications plans for PWNT's growth in Asia, inclusive of key stakeholder engagements with clients, government agencies, chambers of commerce and the media.

Client acquisition, Creative direction and Delivery of key projects, with client accounts won & serviced from a zero base including Moet Hennessey Diageo, Far East Retail Consultancy, SHARP-Roxy Sales, BraunBuffel and the Singapore Tourism Board. • Won and managed the prestigious Singapore Business Events Awards 2008 for the Singapore Tourism Board. • Launched the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 to an exclusive audience. • Directed creative concept and artwork for BraunBuffel SS/AW 2009 campaign. • Managed PR campaign for prestigious KRUG champagne for visiting wine-maker. • Launched renowned designer Karim Rashid's Globalights for Veuve Clicquot Rose champagne, providing creative direction and management of the exclusive launch event. • Managed Sumitomo-Mitsui Banking Corporation’s (SMBC) 45th Anniversary Celebrations. Worked with Singapore celebrity Dick Lee, Creative Director of the agency, for creative support.

Oversaw IATA agency accreditation operations in South Asia (Bangladesh, India, Pakistan Sir Lanka), communicating and implementing IATA initiatives with Airline and Travel agency leaders in the region numbering in the hundreds, with frequent travels to the region on business duty. Supported the establishment of IATA offices in Pakistan (Karachi), Sri Lanka (Colombo), and Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City).

Administrator, Documenter, Translator, Planner, Marketer, Performer and Teacher of the ancient art of Chinese Opera combining Song, Dance, Drama and Martial Arts. Translated Teochew and Mandarin operas into rhyming English for audience understanding. Privileged to learn from and to document the travels of NAC cultural medallion winner Beijing opera legend Madam Phan Wait Hong(https://www.swhf.sg/profiles/phan-wait-hong/) , and Director of the COI, Dr Chua Soo Pong (https://25.sif.org.sg/profile/chua-soo-pong) Performed at the ChunCheon International Theatre Festival in South Korea, and in Bangkok, Thailand the lead role of Ravana in a TeoChew Opera adaptation of the Ramayana. Interviewed at the first Kunming Dance Festival by Kunming TV.