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January 2013
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French Companies in Singapore
January 2013
Christofle Celebrates the Grand Re-Opening of Its Flagship Boutique
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Gemalto wins Asian Human Capital Award 2012 L’Oréal’s Advanced Research Centre Opens in Biopolis Airbus Sells More A380s and A350 XWBs to SIA ATR Inaugurates Its New Training Centre in Singapore Christofle Celebrates the Grand Re-Opening of Its Flagship Boutique Paris - Singapore: The Fresh Take on Fashion & Home Design Trends ESSEC Business School Investing S$40 Million in a New Campus in Singapore The Best of Paris Haute Couture in Singapore Alioscopy and JCDecaux Join Forces to Offer Innovative Advertising Solutions
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COVER STORY - TRAIN TO RETAIN
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Keeping in STEP with Changing Workplace Needs The Major Learning Trends and Indicators for 2013 & Beyond within the APAC Region 25 Ways To Retain Your Most Valued Talent LVMH Invests in Human Resources & Opens Training Hub in Singapore Bo Le: a Cultural Change to Attract, Develop and Retain the Best Talents in Asia Training for SMEs in Singapore: the Silent Weapon The Keys to Implement a Training and Development Programme A Centre of Excellence for Learning and Development A Rapidly Growing Video Game Studio With High Ambitions Partnering with Local Universities Learning Opportunities Moving to the East
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CSR BEST PRACTICES
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The FCCS Engages its Members on CSR
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FCCS BUSINESS SERVICES
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Newly Set Up Companies The FCCS Highlights French Expertise at Medical Fair Asia 2012
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FCCS HR & TRAINING SERVICES
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The FCCS HR Department: An Efficient Solution for Companies Upcoming Training Modules, Feb-May 2013
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FCCS CLUB EVENTS
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FCCS Welcome To Singapore CEO Series Asia Committee Finance Committee Legal & Tax Committee Energy/Infrastucture Committee Marketing & Communication Committee Luxury & Premium Retail Committee Sustainability Committee Entrepreneurs Committee ICT Committee Business Women Network Committee R&D Committee FCCS Events French Marché La Paulée de Singapour FCCS Futsal Tournament FCCS New Members FCCS Privilege Card
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Tay Ai Hoon, General Manager of HPL Properties Pte Ltd, and Ms Emmy Tellier, Retail Manager of Christofle Singapore helped with the ribbon-cutting ceremony to signify the official re-opening of the flagship boutique.
Renowned French luxury silverware and home accessories brand, Christofle re-opened its flagship boutique on Wednesday, 17 October 2012 at Hilton Shopping Gallery. This is the first time the historic boutique of over 25 years had undergone a revamp as part of the brand’s rejuvenation strategy. The re-opening, graced by Mr Thierry Oriez, President & CEO of Christofle, as well as members of the media, socialites and VIP guests, sparkled with sheer elegance, luxury and sophistication. Guests were treated to a grand and exquisite display of Christofle’s Haute Orfèvrerie collection outside the boutique. In a classic exposition of a colour scheme of black and silver, each piece was accompanied with display cards that introduced the designer
and design concept. The centrepiece that caught everyone’s attention was the Sailing Boat (Voilier) by Darko Mladenovic, that featured a majestic three-masted silver-crafted ship in a resolutely contemporary style. Mr Thierry Oriez, President & CEO of Christofle, Mr Benjamin Bilteryst, Managing Director of Christofle Asia-Pacific, Ms
Inside the boutique, Christofle’s Master Engraver of 22 years, Mr Marc Rapaic, who flew to Singapore specially from Paris, helped guests engrave on the spot their name or special messages on Christofle silver pieces. It was clear that with this re-opening, Christofle has marked yet another historic feat in its 180 year old legacy in reaching out to its valued customers and reinforcing its position as a renowned quality and luxurious French silverware and home accessories brand in the world. F
Paris - Singapore: The Fresh Take on Fashion & Home Design Trends On October 30th, 2012, the Paris Region Economic Development Agency (PREDA) gathered 125 Singaporean and Southeast Asian journalists, associations, key players and professionals of the fashion and home design industries at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The 2012 “Paris-Singapore: The Fresh Take On Fashion & Home Design Trends” conference discussed the fashion and design trends and evolution, as well as the vital role the Paris trade shows play in showcasing them. The conference aimed
also at expanding international business development opportunities between Singapore and Paris based Fashion and Home Design trade shows and industries. The event was inaugurated by His Excellency the Ambassador of France to Singapore, Mr Olivier Caron, and Mr Jean-Luc MargotDuclot, Senior Vice-President of the Paris Region Economic Development Agency. Paris Trade Shows Organisers came all the way from Paris including: Mr Etienne Cochet, Managing director at SAFI (Maison&Objet), Ms Marie-Laure Bellon, CEO at Eurovet (Mode City, Salon International de la Lingerie, Interfiliere…), and Mr Boris Provost, Head of Communications & International Development at WSN (Who's Next, Pret A Porter Paris).
Together with Singaporean experts, they discussed how these trends are reflected in the trade shows as well as in today’s market, everyday experience and consumer behaviours. Singaporean speakers included: Ms Catherine Yam from Les Affaires; Mr Paul Khor from Actually and Mr Thomas Tan representing the Textile and Fashion Federation (Singapore); Mr Robert Tomlin from the Design Singapore Council and Mr. Patrick Chia for the Singapore Furniture Industry Council. All agreed on the huge potential provided by the Paris region trade shows and conferences given their international presence, commercial opportunities, and access to markets. The trade shows in the Paris Region are great international business platforms for visitors and exhibitors to promote their products and services at one of the world’s biggest marketplace. It was reminded that Paris is the only city in the world to offer such a complete stage for fashion and home design trade shows. F
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FCCS CLUB EVENTS
January 2013
CEO Series / Asia Committee
Strategy of Orange Business Services in Asia Pacific Asia is one of the fastest growing regions in the world and a strategic place for most of the member companies of the FCCS.
Therefore, for this third edition of our CEO Series, the FCCS focused on the success of Orange and how they manage to get to leadership positions in most of their business activities. Furthermore, the FCCS was very honoured that for the first time, the CEO Series was led by a woman: Ms Yee-May Leong, Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific, Orange Business Services. With over 20 years of experience spanning various aspects of the information technology and communica-
tions industry, Yee-May provides strategic direction and insight to achieve Orange Business Services’ profitability and customer satisfaction targets in the region. She also manages business development and direct channel activities in key markets. Ms Leong presented to her counterparts the strategy of her company in Asia Pacific. A roundtable discussion followed that gave invited guests a unique opportunity to share, compare and learn practical, actionable things from each other. F
Doing Business in Philippines The Philippines have been a constantly growing economy for the past 9 years, presenting a tremendous amount of potential areas for development. With its strategic business location, its liberal and business friendly economy and its quality manpower resources, the country becomes more and more attractive for companies.
Two prestigious speakers analysed Philippines’ business risks and opportunities: Mr Joey Cuyegkeng, ING’s Philippine Economist and Mr Dane Chamorro, Director, Global Risks Analysis, Asia Pacific. Mr Cuyegkeng presented a full picture of Philippines economic environment. He
This breakfast talk organised in collaboration with the Belgian Luxembourg Business Group and the Dutch Chamber of Commerce was designed to help our members anticipate their business activities in Philippines and get further insights on political and operational risks in Philippines.
started with a comparative overview of the financial market and then described the economic environment from growth opportunities to inflation and monetary policy. Mr Chamorro then balanced opportunities for investment in Philippines with political and regulatory realities, identifying key obstacles to be considered when implementing business in Philippines, such as corruption, traditional business structures etc. The presentations were followed by a very active Q&A session where our members shared their various experiences on doing business in Philippines and identified opportunities for growth. F
Doing Business in Myanmar Identified as one of the next business destinations, Myanmar is getting more and more attention from companies: how is the fledging nation going to evolve? Presented by three eminent speakers, this breakfast talk gave participants a detailed overview on how to anticipate the challenges and get the most of the business opportunities in Myanmar. After a brief reminder of Myanmar history, Mr Dominique Causse, Economic Counsellor, French Embassy in Rangoon, presented the advantages and challenges of Myanmar and explained the French strategy.
Mr Gabriel Aw, VP of Investment Promotion and Marketing, Singbridge International, presented the latest economic developments, business opportunities, and challenges in Myanmar. Mr Arnaud Lamagnere, General Counsel - East Asia, Schneider Electric, gave an overview of the legal environment in Myanmar and explained the progressive lifting of the European and US sanctions. Finally he described the
laws and practices governing foreign investment in Myanmar with a focus on the new foreign investment law. F
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