Cover Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow attend a roundtable discussion organised in partnership with VisitMonaco to share leadership best practices and the challenges that come with it
Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow attend a roundtable discussion organised in partnership with VisitMonaco to share leadership best practices and the challenges that come with it
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An intimate roundtable discussion organised by Tatler Gen.T in partnership with VisitMonaco brought together influential leaders for an insightful conversation about enhancing leadership and self-awareness
On July 24, together with VisitMonaco, Tatler Gen.T organised an exclusive roundtable discussion on leadership for the Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow.
Skillet KL, a modern European restaurant, served as the venue for this dialogue. The guest list comprised influential leaders in their respective fields such as Iqbal Ameer, group CEO of Livescape; Izzana Salleh, cofounder of Girls for Girls International; Chor Chee Hoe, co-founder and CEO of Qarbotech; Siti Aishah, founder of Spot Community Project; Aida Zunaidi, co-founder and CEO of Ibupreneur; Melvin Poh, founder of Empirics Asia; Dr Renard Siew, climate change expert and Michelle Chai, founder and CEO of Kintry.
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Benoit Badufle, managing director of the Promotion Bureau of the Principality of Monaco sharing with the Gen.T honourees about Monaco and its initiatives positioning itself as an ideal destination for visionary entrepreneurs
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The evening began with a warm welcome from Benoit Badufle, managing director of the Promotion Bureau of the Principality of Monaco, and Dato Sri Naresh Mohan, honorary consul of Monaco in Malaysia and president of Trinidad Holdings Group. Their opening remarks underscored Monaco’s dedication to fostering a business-friendly environment that champions leadership and innovation, positioning the principality as an ideal destination for visionary entrepreneurs and forward-thinking investors.
Sim Wie Boon, digital editor of Tatler Malaysia, moderated the session and kicked off the conversation by asking honouree Iqbal Ameer about his perspective on leadership in the current age.
Above Modern European restaurant Skillet played host to this intimate event
Above Tatler Malaysia July issue and gifts were given to the Gen.T honourees who attended the event
Modern European restaurant Skillet played host to this intimate event
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Iqbal, a 2018 Tatler Gen.T honouree and stalwart leader in the live entertainment industry, elaborated on his innovative approach to onboarding new employees, emphasising the importance of assessing their attitude and ability to perform under pressure. He explained how his company supervises new hires in challenging situations. He also quipped about recognising one’s transition from peer to leader when colleagues cease extending lunch invitations.
The discussion then delved into strategies for guiding organisations through unpredictable situations and fostering leadership within teams. Iqbal and the other Gen.T honourees highlighted the delicate balance between short-term responsiveness and long-term vision, stressing the importance of clear and effective communication.
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Tatler Gen.T honourees and industry leaders at the Visit Monaco roundtable discussion
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As the conversation broadened, young Malaysian changemakers shared their leadership experiences, discussing methods for decompressing and relaxing from the pressures of running a company. Techniques such as breathing exercises, meditation and spending quality time with friends and family were emphasised as vital practices for maintaining balance and well-being.
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Skillet KL prepared a delectable selection of savoury and sweet canapés for the evening
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Throughout the evening, guests savoured a sumptuous selection of savoury and sweet dishes. The menu included a selection of artisan cheese with cured meats, tiger prawn with toast, corn-fed chicken with black truffles and summer ratatouille. Dessert offerings featured a burnt butter financier, lychee and raspberry with coconut curd and gâteau au chocolate; each dish a testament to Skillet’s culinary expertise.
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Credits
Photography: Fady Younis
Sim Wie Boon is the general manager of Tatler Malaysia. Previously the print and digital editor, Sim hails from the land of the hornbills, Sarawak. Sim is now based in Kuala Lumpur and brings more than a decade of experience in the media industry as a journalist and broadcast producer.
As a self-proclaimed geriatric millennial, he appreciates the finer things in life, from savouring a sip of single malt whisky to relishing in the deliciousness of char siew. While reminiscing about the indie-sleaze era, Sim now finds solace in the soothing tunes of ambient music, staying active through running and occasionally succumbing to the addictive world of doom scrolling.
Follow him on Instagram or Threads at @simwb
