SFIC MENTOR Programme
SFIC MENTOR Programme
About SFIC MENTOR Programme
The overall industry landscape is constantly evolving, and so are SFIC members. Our community spans seasoned industry veterans, nexgen leaders stepping up in family businesses and dynamic entrepreneurs. Each group faces distinct challenges and opportunities.
The SFIC MENTOR Programme is designed to pair these emerging companies and entrepreneurs across the four key industry clusters (manufacturers, retailers, designers, and materials/ components/service providers) with experienced industry veterans to foster knowledge exchange and strategic development.
For enquiries, send us an email at mentor@singaporefurniture.com or contact the secretariat team.
Objectives
The SFIC MENTOR Programme is dedicated to nurturing a robust community of furniture businesses that are equipped to thrive both locally and internationally.
This programme is structured around the following key goals:
The SFIC MENTOR Programme also reinforces a culture of giving back, enriching the furniture and related industries with each cycle of mentorship.
Our Mentors
Dr Roger Loo
Executive Director
BDO Consultants Pte Ltd
Mr Choo Yong Fee
CEO
Cheng Meng Furniture Group
Mr Andrew Sng
Founder & Managing Director
DPI Asia
Mr Johanes Kurniawan
Director
Ivena International Pte Ltd
Mr James Koh
Deputy Chairman & CEO
Koda Ltd
Mr Ernie Koh
Executive Director
Koda Ltd
Mr Nathan Yong
Founder
Nathan Yong Design Pte Ltd
Ms Jamie Lim
CEO
Scanteak
Ms Chew Mok Lee
Enterprise Fellow
Enterprise Singapore
Mr Andrew Ng
SFIC
Mr Steven Chew
Executive Director
Sitra Global Pte Ltd
Mr Kenny Koh
Group Managing Director
Star Furniture Pte Ltd
Process
- Mentorship Pairing
1-on-1 mentor-mentee pairings based on industry knowledge, mentee needs and mentor expertise.
Pairing of mentor-mentee is at SFIC’s discretion. A brief of each mentee’s business will be provided to the mentor, prior to the commencement of the mentorship.
- Mentorship Sessions / Duration
Mentors will conduct at least 3 sessions with each mentee over a 6-month period, extendable based on mutual agreement and the mentees’ progress.
Mentees are responsible for initiating and scheduling sessions with their mentors to ensure timely and productive discussions.
Post-session feedback forms will have to be completed by both mentors and mentees to document suggestions and evaluate the usefulness of the session.
Session Structure
- Introduction
- Mentees will begin by building rapport with their mentor, share their challenges, receive initial insights and guidance.
- Mentees will begin by building rapport with their mentor, share their challenges, receive initial insights and guidance.
- Follow-up
- Mentees will review their progress, adapt strategies based on their mentor’s initial feedback and explore recommendations for improvements/areas to work on.
- Mentees will review their progress, adapt strategies based on their mentor’s initial feedback and explore recommendations for improvements/areas to work on.
- Final Check-in
- Mentees will reflect on their journey, assess progress made and identify any potential areas where further mentorship may be helpful.
This structure serves as a guideline, allowing mentors the flexibility to tailor the approach as needed.
Mentors-Mentees who are unable to complete the required 3 sessions must inform SFIC 1 month prior to the end of the period.
"Great mentors don’t just connect the dots — they help others see the bigger picture. Together, we build a network of wisdom, growth, and endless possibilities."
SFIC MENTOR Programme Committee Members
Mr Johanes Kurniawan
Director
Ivena International Pte Ltd
Mr Ernie Koh
Executive Director
Koda Ltd
Mr Don Lim
Director
RH Design & Build Pte Ltd
For enquiries, send us an email at mentor@singaporefurniture.com or contact the secretariat team.