We continue with Part 2 of our conversation with social media strategist, Andrew Chow, looking at the micro elements of crowdfunding.

In theory, penetrating exciting new markets should be simple. Yet it can be daunting once cultural, linguistic and demographic factors, as well as exchange rates and country risk, are taken into account. What are the ways to successfully spread your wings? Dr. Kewley from The Eurasia Consortium shares strategies deployed to take Malaysian brands such as MimpiKita to foreign shores.

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The Chairman of the 12th Malaysian Media Awards updates us on major developments in the media industry in 2016 and discusses how MMA2016 will further elevate the local media industry standard with new changes implemented.

In theory, penetrating exciting new markets should be simple. Yet it can be daunting once cultural, linguistic and demographic factors, as well as exchange rates and country risk, are taken into account. What are the ways to successfully spread your wings? Dr. Kewley from The Eurasia Consortium shares strategies deployed to take Malaysian brands such as MimpiKita to foreign shores.

What are the opportunities,  challenges and trends in the retail sector for 2016? Savills Malaysia recently held a conference on retail in Malaysia, outlining retail in the Asian and local contexts. We discover more. 

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It’s International Women’s Day on March 8 and we’re dedicating this month to celebrate women who are leading social enterprises in the country

What are the opportunities,  challenges and trends in the retail sector for 2016? Savills Malaysia recently held a conference on retail in Malaysia, outlining retail in the Asian and local contexts. We discover more. 

What is exchanged in return for money lent is one key factor that distinguishes different forms of crowdfunding. What are the different ways to crowdfund? What are the pros and cons? What guarantees success? We kick off a 2-part series on Crowdfunding with Andrew Chow, social media strategist and author.

With substantial international experience and a passion for corporate sustainability, we speak to the newly appointed President of Global Compact Network Malaysia - the local chapter of the United Nations Global Compact about promoting ethical business operations and his vision for long-term societal improvements and overall uptake of corporate sustainability.

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Changing mindsets, macro-economic conditions, technology. All these things have had an impact on today’s society. So, what is the New Normal? And how do we market to today’s consumer?