In the dynamic landscape of startups, reaching unicorn status - defined by a valuation surpassing $1 billion - is frequently celebrated as the pinnacle of success.

However, is this prestigious milestone the primary aim for every emerging venture from the outset?

Moreover, how should startups navigate their trajectory toward achieving this coveted status?

Additionally, we explore the unique challenges faced by startups in Singapore compared to larger countries, and whether these hurdles make attaining unicorn status more daunting in the Lion City.

We find out more Carolyn Dawson, CEO, Founders Forum Group.



Presented by Audrey Siek

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

She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.

Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

In the dynamic landscape of startups, reaching unicorn status - defined by a valuation surpassing $1 billion - is frequently celebrated as the pinnacle of success.
However, is this prestigious milestone the primary aim for every emerging venture from the outset?
Moreover, how should startups navigate their trajectory toward achieving this coveted status?
Additionally, we explore the unique challenges faced by startups in Singapore compared to larger countries, and whether these hurdles make attaining unicorn status more daunting in the Lion City.
We find out more Carolyn Dawson, CEO, Founders Forum Group.
 
Presented by Audrey Siek
This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">nganthea@sph.com.sg</a>)
She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.
Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 

Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Get a head start on your workday with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6 am to 9 am. 
Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek (6am-9am)

Biz-How-To: How to build a unicorn startup in Singapore?

By 2026, Wolbachia-carrying mosquitoes released by the National Environment Agency (NEA) will be buzzing through 50 per cent of all households across the island.

That’s part of NEA’s efforts to expand Project Wolbachia, to provide coverage to areas at risk of large dengue outbreaks. Under the project, which was first introduced in 2016, male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes that carry the Wolbachia bacteria are released to mate with the female Aedes mosquitoes. The eggs that are produced do not hatch.

On this episode of Morning Shot, Ng Lee Ching, Group Director of the Environmental Health Institute, NEA shares her insights on how effective the project has been so far, how recent weather changes might affect mosquito breeding cycles, and what the public should look out for.

Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Photo credits: Gin Tay

By 2026, Wolbachia-carrying mosquitoes released by the National Environment Agency (NEA) will be buzzing through 50 per cent of all households across the island.
That’s part of NEA’s efforts to expand Project Wolbachia, to provide coverage to areas at risk of large dengue outbreaks. Under the project, which was first introduced in 2016, male Aedes aegypti mosquitoes that carry the Wolbachia bacteria are released to mate with the female Aedes mosquitoes. The eggs that are produced do not hatch.
On this episode of Morning Shot, Ng Lee Ching, Group Director of the Environmental Health Institute, NEA shares her insights on how effective the project has been so far, how recent weather changes might affect mosquito breeding cycles, and what the public should look out for.
Presented by: Audrey Siek &amp; Emaad Akhtar Produced &amp; Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (<a href="mailto:ykaiting@sph.com.sg">ykaiting@sph.com.sg</a>) Photo credits: Gin Tay

Morning Shot: A buzzing solution - How effective is Project Wolbachia amid climatic changes?

The James Dyson Award has long championed innovative solutions that address real-world challenges, from everyday inconveniences to critical health issues. 

One such solution is a groundbreaking tool developed to reduce discomfort during mammograms.

This unique invention, recognized as the national winner of the award, showcases how design-driven innovation can make a tangible difference in healthcare.

How can this award inspire more breakthroughs that improve patient care and encourage proactive health practices?

Here’s our conversation with Brian Hu, Head of Electronics, Dyson (and judge for the 2024 James Dyson Award) &  Luke Goh, Industrial Design Graduate, NUS (and inventor of Mammosense).



Presented by Emaad Akhtar

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

She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.

Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

The James Dyson Award has long championed innovative solutions that address real-world challenges, from everyday inconveniences to critical health issues. 
One such solution is a groundbreaking tool developed to reduce discomfort during mammograms.
This unique invention, recognized as the national winner of the award, showcases how design-driven innovation can make a tangible difference in healthcare.
How can this award inspire more breakthroughs that improve patient care and encourage proactive health practices?
Here’s our conversation with Brian Hu, Head of Electronics, Dyson (and judge for the 2024 James Dyson Award) &amp;  Luke Goh, Industrial Design Graduate, NUS (and inventor of Mammosense).
 
Presented by Emaad Akhtar
This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (<a href="mailto:nganthea@sph.com.sg">nganthea@sph.com.sg</a>)
She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show.
Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Mind Your Business: How is the James Dyson Award shaping Health-tech innovations?

Over the past days, we have heard Trump’s tariff threat on Canada, Mexico and China. Should we still look towards Asia amid these trade uncertainties? Plus, which Asian economies or markets may stand to benefit most from continued tariffs on Chinese goods?

Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist, Lombard Odier joins Junrong.

Produced and presented by Yeap Junrong

Over the past days, we have heard Trump’s tariff threat on Canada, Mexico and China. Should we still look towards Asia amid these trade uncertainties? Plus, which Asian economies or markets may stand to benefit most from continued tariffs on Chinese goods?
Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist, Lombard Odier joins Junrong.
Produced and presented by Yeap Junrong

Biz-How-To: How to build a unicorn startup in Singapore?

In 1 playlist(s)

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek (6am-9am)

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips