For James Yeow, Director of Propellyst, the foundation of leadership is built on simple but timeless principles: generosity attracts people, self-discipline earns respect, tolerance wins hearts, and leading by example inspires others. These values have guided every step of his journey as a husband, father, and entrepreneur.
“If someone is going to do it, why not you?” This tagline heard during childhood lingered in the mind of Bryan Wong Yaw Ming for decades. Long before he became CEO of Trusted Hub Limited, those words planted a quiet conviction that he should just transcend fear and self-doubt to follow his dream.
Entrepreneurship is rarely a straight path. It is a terrain shaped by risks, setbacks, and defining moments that test not just one’s skills, but one’s character. For Azhar Md Salleh, Founder and Director of Zoul Nasi Ayam Penyet Pte Ltd, the journey began in a hawker kitchen — long before he knew what the word “entrepreneur” meant.
For Mohamed Haikkel, the journey to entrepreneurship began long before his official titles. Today, he’s the Founder and CEO of SGFR Store Pte Ltd, but the lessons that shaped him came from moments of curiosity, courage, and resilience.
For Patrick Yap, stepping into the world of entrepreneurship was not a choice but a responsibility. Following the passing of his father, Patrick inherited more than a business. He inherited a legacy grounded in dedication, integrity, and hard work.
For Melody Tan, entrepreneurship was never simply a career choice, it was a personal mission to prove that a quiet, often overlooked child could create meaningful impact with her own hands.