The SIAW Gala Dinner stands as a prestigious and eagerly awaited occasion, signifying the culmination of the Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW). This splendid evening assembles leaders and, professionals, visionaries, and stakeholders from agri-food and food tech sectors, uniting to applaud accomplishments and explore new business opportunities in sustainable food production.
SIAW GALA DINNER PROGRAM
Date: 1 Nov 2023, 7 – 9pm
Location: Clifford Pier Dining Hall, Fullerton Bay Hotel
Format: Physical (by-invite-only) / 300 pax
Theme: Innovating for Sustainable Food Production in Asia
| Time | Programme |
|---|---|
| 6.30pm |
GUEST ARRIVAL & REGISTRATION Welcome drinks |
| 7.00pm (10 mins) |
GOH ARRIVAL Mr Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister WELCOME SPEECH By Mr Lim Boon Heng, Chairman (Temasek) |
| 7.10pm (15 mins) |
OPENING ADDRESS By Mr Heng Swee Keat, Deputy Prime Minister |
| 7.25pm - 7:45pm |
DINNER SERVICE Appetizer & Soup A selection of locally produced gourmet cuisine (Normal and Veg) |
| 7.45pm - 8:25pm (40 mins) |
PRESENTATION: ASIA FOOD CHALLENGE REPORT 2023 Presenter: Richard Skinner (PwC) FIRESIDE CHAT ON AFC REPORT Chair/Moderater: Richard Skinner (PwC) Panellists: Dirk Jan Kennes (Rabobank) Maya Hari (Terrascope) Ryan Rakestraw (Temasek) Min Cao (PwC) |
| 8:25pm – 8:45pm | Main Course |
| 8.45pm (10 mins) |
AWARD PRESENTATION: AGRI-FOOD START-UP PITCHING By Ms Jennie Moss, Managing Director, Rethink Events |
| 8:55pm | Dessert |
| 9.00pm -10:00pm | Networking & Refreshments |