Harnessing Power Trends of the Future (Special focus on Crowdfunding for investors/business) | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2019-10-30T23:40:13+08:00 Peatix Vinco Global Harnessing Power Trends of the Future (Special focus on Crowdfunding for investors/business) tag:peatix.com,2015:event-71406 2015-02-04T19:30:00SGT 2015-02-04T19:30:00SGT   February 4 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pmDate: 4th Feb 2014Time: 730pm-930pmVenue: 229 Mountbatten Road #03-33 Mountbatten Square s398007 Topic 1: Power Trends of the FutureSynopsis 1:Late last year, a good Singaporean used a Crowdfunding platform to return the life-savings of a Vietnamese tourist. On Facebook, we’ve seen aerial videos filmed by drones for commercials, amateur videos and even for our National Day Parade.Technology has changed and influenced our lives in tremendous ways. What lies ahead for the future? What other technologies can impact our lives? Mohan, Founder of e27.co, shares his views and expertise on the power trends of the future, with special focus on an area close to our hearts – the Asia-Pacific.About Mohan:The face of e27, Mohan Belani is the Co-Founder and Director of e27 at Optimatic Pte. Ltd., where he also runs Asia’s leading web technology event, Echelon. Apart from events, he runs all business development and strategic partnership related activities. Mohan Belani is the also the co-founder of Gokil Games, a startup focused on the social gaming industry. Mohan Belani is an avid fan of Skyrim and loves mountain climbing. He loves meeting new people, anytime anywhere. Topic 2: Crowdfunding companies – How to gain funds from the crowd or become a business investorSynopsis 2:Are you looking to invest in a business? Or perhaps your business requires funding but you don’t want to give up equity when you get in investors? Or perhaps you want to learn about an exciting new technology that benefits businesses and investors who are looking for something different.Then is segment is specially for you.What is a crowd-lending platform, how does it work and how can you get involved? Lawrence Yong from MoolahSense shares how you can leverage on the crowd to make unique and exciting investments or draw funds.About Lawrence:Lawrence is responsible for the strategic planning, overall management, and business development of MoolahSense. More than 12 years in the field, Lawrence had worked extensively in the financial services sector, acquiring a combination of front-to-back, buy- and sell-side experiences, particularly in the area of Fixed Income.Lawrence spent the 1st half of his professional life in Wealth Management, with his last role heading an award-winning investment product team at Standard Chartered Bank. Before founding MoolahSense, Lawrence was a Vice President at Macquarie Capital where he was closely involved in developing its sales and structuring business at the Fixed Income division.Lawrence first graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration with Honors from the National University of Singapore in 2002. He then completed his Masters of Financial Engineering from the same university in 2010. Lawrence also holds the designations of Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA). We wish for all participants to gain the maximum benefit from our event.This is an Exclusive Vinco Event. Every individual is only allowed to attend a maximum of 2 Vinco Events each Calendar Year. A small fee is included, to cover for venue costs and light refreshments. Also, be sure to change your IC at the reception before coming up to the 3rd floor!Event will continue unless otherwise mentioned. Participants from other groups will be joining in as well. Please bring along your namecards, writing material, a great learning attitude and a big smile! Dress code: Smart Casual. Registration is on a first come first first basis. You will be placed on the waitlist if quota is reached. See you there!