Decoding Raffles
Strategic Vision, Decisive Timing, and the Architecture of Enduring Advantage
An exclusive executive programme exploring the leadership principles behind Singapore’s founding — translated into modern strategic advantage.
About The Programme
This full-day executive program examines how Singapore was built through strategic vision, decisive timing, and enduring governance principles. Drawing from the legacy of Sir Stamford Raffles and Singapore’s post-independence journey, participants will explore how leadership decisions shape long-term relevance, resilience, and advantage. Designed for:
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CEOs
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Founders
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Board Directors
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Senior Executives
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Policy & Strategy Leaders
Full Day Programme Outline
Lunch & refreshments included.
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Session 1
Strategic Vision and Timing: How Singapore Was Founded
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Session 3
Enduring Advantage and Legacy: Values That Built Singapore
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Session 5
Key Lessons and Enduring Principles
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Session 2
Influence, Trust, and Governance: Building Legitimacy
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Session 4
Singapore’s Journey Since 1965:
From Survival to Excellence and Long-Term Sustainability
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Session 6
Dialogue, Discussion & Q&A
Key Takeaways
Participants will gain insights into:
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Recognising strategic timing and opportunity
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Acting decisively with incomplete information
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Building legitimacy through influence and trust
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Designing systems that create enduring advantage
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Applying Singapore’s long-term governance principles to modern leadership
Programme Speakers
Gerald Chew
Author, lawyer, and speaker.
Author of Sir Thomas Stamford Raffles: His Life in Singapore (1819–1823). Specialises in leadership, intuition, governance, and strategic insight.
Ong Boon Hwee
Former CEO, Stewardship Asia Centre.
Former Managing Director, Temasek Holdings.
Advocate of values-based leadership and long-term governance.
