Chris Lim
STARTUP
| COMMUNITY BUILDER |
FINTECH
Chris is a community builder.
He is passionate about startups, fintech, and venture capital.
Full-time
Singlife
Analyst, Product Management
May 2022 - Present
Creatella impact
Venture Accelerator
Dec 2021 - May 2022
Conexup
Venture Scout
Jul 2021 - Jan 2022
Internships
Launcho ventures (Formerly D:Tribe)
Summer Analyst
May 2020 - Jun 2020
Deloitte
Intern, Mergers and Acquisitions (Valuation & Modelling)
Feb 2020 - Apr 2020
EY
Intern, Fintech Advisory
Sep 2019 - Feb 2020
My Projects
As a kinesthetic learner, I started or joined some of these projects to learn by doing or test my newly acquired skills.
ποΈ Issara.vc
π issara.vc | 2022 - Present | Work-in-Progress
ISSARA (Γ¬t-sΓ -rΓ ) / ΰΈΰΈ΄ΰΈͺΰΈ£ΰΈ° is a word in Thai language for freedom, liberty and independence.It also has a definition from its Pali origin, which translates to empowerment and being in-charge.I started ISSARA in late 2022 to with the aim to make it easier for entrepreneurs to raise their capital.The platform will also provide all the resources required for them to start and grow their ideas.
My Projects
As a kinesthetic learner, I started or joined some of these projects to learn by doing or test my newly acquired skills.
ποΈTalk to Founders Podcast
2020 - Present
Recognising that networking opportunities were affected during the COVID-19 pandemic, I started this one-man project with the aim to enable Fintech Founders to share their entrepreneurial journeys and to inspire aspiring Founders despite the global challenge.Talked to 12 Founders in 12 Episodes.
Skills Acquired : Cold outreach, podcast hosting, audio set-up & mastering.
My Projects
As a kinesthetic learner, I started or joined some of these projects to learn by doing or test my newly acquired skills.
πThe Fintech nation
π fintechnation.io | 2022 - Present
I've helped to build the not-for-profit grassroot platform to establish a fintech community by bringing together regulators, investors, startups and corporates from the industry.Launched Fintech 65 to recognise over 250 individuals (and growing!) who have made significant impact in shaping the Fintech ecosystem in Singapore.Built the platform from scratch, and still maintaining its day-to-day functions.Skills Acquired : Community-building, digital branding, web development
My Projects
As a kinesthetic learner, I started or joined some of these projects to learn by doing or test my newly acquired skills.
π»Fintech Community Platform (10FT)
π 10fin.tech | 2020 - 2022 | Inactive
I started 10fin.tech (10FT) as a knowledge-sharing platform to connect Fintech professionals, as well as Thought Leaders to share their view on various segments within the Fintech industry.Written weekly update on Fintech Happenings around Southeast Asia gathering average 300 readership per weekPicked up front-end web development from scratch, and launched the platform in 2 weeks!Collaborated with Wadzpay, and Clutch in content creation.Skills Acquired : Partnerships, content creation, digital marketing, SEO, web development.
My Projects
As a kinesthetic learner, I started or joined some of these projects to learn by doing or test my newly acquired skills.
πSingapore Fintech Youth Chapter
π fintechyouth.org | 2021 - 2022
I volunteered to be the pioneer representative of students from the 5 Polytechnics in Singapore in identifying their needs, provide mentorship and guidance to those looking to make a career in the fintech industry.Launched Fintech 101, with the support of Singapore Fintech Association (SFA), an e-learning course catered towards youth and midβcareer professionals looking to enhance their understanding of the Fintech industry.Hosted a fireside chat with industry leaders at the Talent Pavilion during 2021 Singapore Fintech Festival.I was also the Treasurer of this youth community.Skills Acquired : Leadership and mentoring, budget planning, procurement
About Me
Countries I have visited:
Current Lifestyle Goal:
Training for Triathlon ππ»π΅π»ππ»
βͺοΈ Born in 1997.
βͺοΈ Half Thai / Chinese-Singaporean.
βͺοΈ Born and raised in Bangkok, Thailand.
βͺοΈ Living and working in Singapore.Languages
βͺοΈ I can speak, read, and write in Thai and English.
βͺοΈ Struggle (but learning) in Mandarin.Hobbies
βͺοΈ I love football, and my favourite team is Chelsea FC. β½
βͺοΈ Scrolling on TechCrunch and r/startups, r/venturecapital, r/Singapore, r/ExplainLikeIAmFive. π±What I've Read So Far in 2023
π Say hi!
I'm based in Singapore, but also spend some time in Bangkok every now and then.Drop me a message, and let's chat! βHere's my email: hello@chrislim.is
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