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| − | * <b>What motivates you to join TSM?</b><br> Starting my own start-up has always been a life-long goal of mine and this course will provide the perfect platform to bring concepts to life. I believe that I lack the global exposure to start an overseas venture, having spent the majority of my life in Singapore. Virtual TSM will allow me to venture beyond my comfort zone and | + | * <b>What motivates you to join TSM?</b><br> Starting my own start-up has always been a life-long goal of mine and this course will provide the perfect platform to bring concepts to life. I believe that I lack the global exposure to start an overseas venture, having spent the majority of my life in Singapore. Virtual TSM will allow me to venture beyond my comfort zone and gain a deeper understanding of the different booming startup hubs around the globe. I look forward to learning from like-minded individuals in this course and bringing my ideas to life!<br> |
* <b>Where would you like to visit virtually?</b><br> Anywhere! I believe that each country brings about its own challenges in operating a business and it will be wonderful to pick up the nuances of any country. | * <b>Where would you like to visit virtually?</b><br> Anywhere! I believe that each country brings about its own challenges in operating a business and it will be wonderful to pick up the nuances of any country. | ||
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About Damian
SMU email: damian.er.2017@sis.smu.edu.sg
Facebook/Linkedin: LinkedIn
Academic Year: 4
Degree: Information Systems (Business Analytics)
2nd Major: NIL
Why Virtual TSM?
- What motivates you to join TSM?
Starting my own start-up has always been a life-long goal of mine and this course will provide the perfect platform to bring concepts to life. I believe that I lack the global exposure to start an overseas venture, having spent the majority of my life in Singapore. Virtual TSM will allow me to venture beyond my comfort zone and gain a deeper understanding of the different booming startup hubs around the globe. I look forward to learning from like-minded individuals in this course and bringing my ideas to life!
- Where would you like to visit virtually?
Anywhere! I believe that each country brings about its own challenges in operating a business and it will be wonderful to pick up the nuances of any country.
Starting a business
- What types of business interest you?
Fintech. Technology-based business that aims to disrupt the traditional financial services sector. Startups operating in the Fintech space which I follow closely include TransferWise, Rapyd & Afterpay. Closer to home, I also keep a close eye on local startups like CardUp & InstaReM.
- What plan do you have in starting a business?
I have great interest in starting my own startup in the Payments/Fintech space. There are many gaps within the current systems, which allows for great opportunities to operate a business in this field to disrupt the industry. Through this course, I look forward to picking up valuable knowledge and advice in successfully bringing my concept to life.
Past Experiences (optional)
Past Internship Experiences
Wholesale Payments & Corporate Banking Summer Analyst at J.P. Morgan
Special Projects (GrabPay Consumer Business) Intern at Grab
Business Analytics Intern at American Express
E-Business Intern at Citibank
What keeps you ticking?
- An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. Always interested in learning new things and becoming a better me!
