On 26 June 2020, key representatives from Singapore’s landlord and tenant communities, together with industry experts, formed the Fair Tenancy Pro Tem Committee in a bid to strengthen collaboration and increase the vibrancy and competitiveness of Singapore’s retail, food & beverage (F&B) and lifestyle sectors. The result is an industry-led Code of Conduct for Leasing of Retail Premises in Singapore (CoC) based on the principles of transparency, reciprocity and sustainability.
On 3 May 2021, the Fair Tenancy Industry Committee (FTIC) was set up to be the custodian of the CoC and ensure that it provides guidance to landlords and tenants of qualifying retail premises so that fair and balanced lease negotiations can be achieved. It is represented by both landlords and tenants, as well neutral parties to offer a holistic approach when addressing matters related to retail lease agreements.
LEARN MOREKeeping in step with the aspirations and concerns of the Singapore business community, SBF consults extensively and widely with the business community on topics ranging from innovation and transformation, manpower and talent, sustainability and ESG, among others. Our policy papers represent industry positions on these hot button topics and reflect the commitment of businesses, the government, and fellow ecosystem stakeholders to collaborate for win-win outcomes.
LEARN MOREThe Pro-Enterprise Panel (PEP) is a private-public panel chaired by the Head of the Civil Service. The PEP comprises business leaders as members, supported by a network of senior public officers.
The PEP serves as an internal advocate for businesses within the government with the aim of creating a more pro-enterprise environment that enables businesses to grow.
SBF is represented on the PEP and actively provides feedback on regulatory/compliance cost concerns.
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LEARN MOREThe SME Committee (SMEC) brings together the Government, Trade Associations and Chambers, and SMEs to address issues of concern. The SBF SMEC collaborated with relevant stakeholders to strengthen the resilience, sustainability, and capabilities of our SMEs to emerge stronger.
LEARN MOREThe Singapore Women Entrepreneurs Network (SG-WEN) was launched on 21 September 2021 to coordinate the existing efforts of businesswomen within the community; and serve as a platform to bring together women entrepreneurs in Singapore and connect them with other women entrepreneurs, business leaders and trade associations in the Asia-Pacific, especially those in Southeast Asia.
SG-WEN’s vision is to be the preeminent network of women entrepreneurs in Singapore focused on helping them achieve the fullest potential in their businesses to benefit the communities and economies they serve. SG-WEN has also been designated by the Singapore Government as Singapore’s representative and focal point at the ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network (AWEN), a network of national women entrepreneurs and business associations from the ASEAN member states.
LEARN MORESBF’s Young Business Leaders Network (YBLN) is a diverse network of young business professionals united by a desire to create a positive impact through their businesses. It is a vibrant community that offers the chance to meet peers, share experiences, and explore partnerships with a vision to reshape the future of business, one leader at a time.
To reinforce the YBLN charter for young business leaders in Singapore, and the Southeast Asia region, the YBLN committee focuses on four core areas – Membership, Mentorship, Partnership, and Thought Leadership. The Committee aims to build an inclusive and collaborative ecosystem, and to champion innovation, community wellbeing, environmental stewardship, and good governance in business practices.
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