While many businesses were forced to shutter due to the pandemic, one Temasek-backed tech-enabled beauty company in Indonesia, has defied the odds, by expanding from their online business to brick and mortar stores.

What did they see that the other businesses failed to notice?

On Mind Your Business, Lyn Lee Foo and Ryan Huang speak with Christopher Madiam, Co-founder and CEO of Social Bella, to find out about how they maintained their growth during the pandemic, plus how they are planning to incorporate new tech, such as A.I. into their business.

This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg)

Highlights of the conversation:

2.08 : What is the meaning behind your company name, Social Bella?

3.11 : How has your business evolved since you started it alongside your sister?

4.56 : What is your take on the current funding landscape?

7.08 : Do you have any plans to expand to Singapore?

9.40 : How are you incorporating new tech like A.I. into your business?

While many businesses were forced to shutter due to the pandemic, one Temasek-backed tech-enabled beauty company in Indonesia, has defied the odds, by expanding from their online business to brick and mortar stores.
What did they see that the other businesses failed to notice?
On Mind Your Business, Lyn Lee Foo and Ryan Huang speak with Christopher Madiam, Co-founder and CEO of Social Bella, to find out about how they maintained their growth during the pandemic, plus how they are planning to incorporate new tech, such as A.I. into their business.
This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">nganthea@sph.com.sg</a>)
Highlights of the conversation:
2.08 : What is the meaning behind your company name, Social Bella?
3.11 : How has your business evolved since you started it alongside your sister?
4.56 : What is your take on the current funding landscape?
7.08 : Do you have any plans to expand to Singapore?
9.40 : How are you incorporating new tech like A.I. into your business?

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.