Ep38: 60 Years of SG–AUS Ties: AustCham’s Role in a Changing Region Ft. Scott Speedie & Chris Coburn
The Australian Chamber of Commerce, Singapore (AustCham) has stood the test of time, even in the face of global disruptions. How did the organisation adapt during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, and what lessons has it carried into a new business era?In this episode, we speak with Scott Speedie and Chris Coburn, two of AustCham’s longest-serving Board members who recently concluded their leadership tenures, as they reflect on the Chamber’s evolution, the importance of cross-border cooperation, and what it takes to stay relevant in a rapidly changing region.This episode’s host: Wang Pengji, Acting Academic Head, JCU Business Schoolπ§ Listen Now: https://www.jcu.edu.sg/jcu-conversations/podcasts/jcu-conversations-38-chris-coburn-and-scott-speedie
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