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About Sylvia Goh

SMU email: sylvia.goh.2020@scis.smu.edu.sg
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sylvia-goh/
Academic Year: Year 4 (2023)
Degree: BSc Computing & Law Second major: Cybersecurity

Why Virtual TSM?

• What motivates you to join TSM?

I've always viewed entrepreneurship as a powerful avenue for genuine impact. TSM is a great opportunity for me to learn from established tech giants whose products are used everyday. I'd also love to find a community, build connections, and share ideas with like-minded individuals!

• Where would you like to visit?

Silicon Valley: Cisco, Nvidia, LinkedIn, Netflix, Google

Starting a business

• What types of business interest you?

1. Cybersecurity: While existing tools provide robust functionalities, there's room for more user-friendly interfaces and streamlined processes, as well as the automation of operations through scripting.

2. Sustainability: With the burgeoning focus on carbon taxes and environmental preservation, creating integrative solutions for carbon accounting platforms is paramount.

3. Gaming: With the rise of gamification, I think this is a fertile idea space to explore, and one which can create impactful, engaging experiences.

• What plans do you have in starting a business?

I've previously ventured into startups with a couple of friends: one was focused on aiding F&B professionals during the pandemic and another was in the beauty and wellness sector. While both faced challenges, they provided invaluable insights. Currently, I'm in the midst of pivoting a carbon accounting product. I hope that the exposure gained through TSM will be able to inspire and aid me in the process of establishing relevant and impactful products and businesses.

Past Experiences (optional)

Internships:

• NCS - Security Operations Center Engineer (May - Dec 2023)

CCA:

• SMU Product Club - Events Director (Dec 2022 - Dec 2023)
• SMU Business Intelligence & Analytics Club - Marketing Director (May 2021 - May 2022)
• SMU Climb - Member (Aug 2023 - Jul 2024)
• SMU Judo - Member (Sep 2020 - Sep 2022)

Other Activities:

• HUAWEI CLOUDSPARK Hackathon (Mar 2022)
• Project HeartCode - Mentor (Dec 2021)
• Metamorphosis - Organising Committee & Facilitator (Jun - Jul 2021)
• DBS Better World Hackathon (Sep 2021)
• Project HeartCode - Mentor (Dec 2020)