2324T1 Tokyo/Participant Information/Lee Jie Ling

About Yourself

SMU email: jieling.lee.2021@scis.smu.edu.sg
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-jie-ling/
Academic Year: Year 2 (2021)
Degree: BSc Information Systems (Major in Digitalisation and Cloud Solutions & Business Analytics)

Why Virtual TSM

What motivates you to join TSM?

I have always heard amazing stories about TSM from my seniors and peers who have had incredible experiences in San Francisco and Korea. Unfortunately, I have missed out on the chance to join in the past. My previous work and internship experiences in various start-ups have given me a good understanding of the start-up landscape, the culture, and the challenges that come with it. I have had the privilege of meeting directors who are daring, ambitious, and perseverant, and they have inspired me to think about the possibility of starting my own company. It will be amazing to be able to turn my unique ideas into something tangible that can benefit and bring joy to people.

I believe that TSM will be the perfect first step for me to venture into the world of entrepreneurship. It is not only an opportunity to learn from like-minded peers, but also a chance for me to network with industry partners and dive deeper into the wonders of start-ups. I am excited about the potential of joining TSM and taking my entrepreneurial spirit to the next level.

Where would you like to visit? (Tokyo)

• Popular Companies

- Nintendo: video game/electronics

- Ghibli studio: animation

- CloverWorks: animation

• Start ups

- Psychic VR Lab: fashion/software

- Ubie: healthcare

- Paypay: fintech

Starting a business

What types of business interest you?

I am incredibly passionate about the virtual reality and augmented reality industry, as I see immense potential for their application in various industrial fields. Japan, with its renowned VTubers and gaming culture that often incorporate both VR and AR, presents a unique opportunity for me to delve into these cutting-edge technologies and gain invaluable insights.

I am truly captivated by the way technology has the ability to revolutionize industries and improve people's lives. As a firm believer in putting people at the forefront of all operations, I am drawn to businesses that prioritize the well-being and convenience of their users. I am convinced that technology should be harnessed for the greater good and benefiting society as a whole.

What plans do you have in starting a business?

I aim to start a X business that does X in the X industry. I have X team with X business model applying for X funding. My prototype can be found in X.

Past Experiences

Internships/Work Experience:

• 3forge - Solutions Engineer: May '23 - Aug '23
• Works Pte Ltd - Front-end Developer: May '22 - Aug '22
• VR+Zone - Digital Marketing Executive: Jan '19 - Apr '19

Co-curricular Activity:

• SMU School of Computing and Information Systems Society (Ellipsis) - Technology Director: Jan '23 - Present
• SMU Business Intelligence & Analytics - Data Associate: Jan '23 - Apr '23
• SMU School of Computing and Information Systems Society (Ellipsis) - Technology Executive: Jan '22 - Dec '22
• SMU Women in Tech - Google Ignite Mentee: Aug '22 - Oct '22

Teaching Experience:

• Ellipsis Data Management Workshop - TA: Apr '23
• Coders Assembly - PHP TA (Coding Clinic): Feb '23
• Coders Assembly - Python Mentor: Aug '22 - Dec '22

Competitions:

• Finalists for Elipsis x Goldman Sachs Hackathon 2022

Volunteering Experience:

• Sparks in the Hearth - CSP that aims to raise awareness for the homeless community in Singapore by collaborating with MSF and various volunteering organisations
• LEO Club International - Youth organization of Lions Clubs International which encourages youths to develop leadership qualities by participating in social service activities