WLN Singapore hosted a fun evening of networking and panel discussions under the theme of ‘Ask me Anything’ – to celebrate International Women’s Day 2017 #BeBoldForChange.

Nadia Tuma-Weldon, SVP and Director, McCann Truth Central moderated two panels focusing on “Now” leadership and “Next” leadership across the IPG network.

‘NOW’ panel featured senior leadership:

  • Chen Yi Lim, VP Client Services Director, Jack Morton
  • Rashmi Dalai, Senior VP Strategy, Weber Shandwick
  • Jessica Knight, Regional Finance Director, R/GA
  • Jessica Davey, CMO, McCann Worldgroup APAC
  • Michelle Tsui, CFO, McCann Singapore
  • Swapna Nayak, Regional Client Services Director, IPG Mediabrands

‘NEXT’ panel featured rising stars:

  • Winnie Young, Senior Account Executive, Jack Morton
  • Natasha Angeline, Producer, R/GA
  • Regina Rodricks, Senior Account Executive, MRM//McCann
  • Shruti Bose, Account Director, Healthcare, Weber Shandwick
  • Shermaine Tan, Integrated Media Executive, IPG Mediabrands

The attendees were asked to make pledges on “the one BOLD thing you will do this year to help advance/inspire women”.

With over 45 attendees, the event received excellent feedback. Guests said they “felt empowered, supported and happy that we as an organization are inclusive and caring.” Another comment that came through by email said, “The event was really inspiring and it was refreshing to see so many women come together and supporting one another through stories of strength, courage and confidence.”