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* What types of business interest you?
 
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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.
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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.  
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With the burgeoning focus on carbon taxes and environmental preservation, creating integrative solutions for carbon accounting platforms is paramount.  
  
3. Entertainment and gaming: With the rise of gamification, I think this is a fertile idea space to explore, and one which can create impactful, engaging experiences.
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* What plans do you have in starting a business?
 
* What plans do you have in starting a business?
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I've previously ventured into startups with some friends: one was focused on aiding F&B professionals during the pandemic and another 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.
 
I've previously ventured into startups with some friends: one was focused on aiding F&B professionals during the pandemic and another 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.
  

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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 in Cybersecurity)

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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 aspirations with like-minded individuals who wish to start a business.

  • 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 some friends: one was focused on aiding F&B professionals during the pandemic and another 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:

  • GovTech - Government Cyber Security Operations Centre Product Manager cum Project Coordinator (Jan - Jun 2024)
  • 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)