Q1: You have founded many successful companies like Abenson, Walter Mart, Electroworld and many distribution companies. Where and how do you get ideas for your businesses? Through the years, I have realized that the market evolves relentlessly. With the technological advancements, consumers are now better informed and more connected. The key to success is the ability to continuously identify and […]

Q1: What made you decide to enter the competitive retail market for petroleum? The deregulation of the oil industry along with the Asian Financial crisis in 1997, was the catalyst in our decision to enter the competitive retail market for petroleum. Q2: What advantages are you banking on that will make consumers switch to SEAOIL when competition is nearby? Oil […]

Q1: You have expanded from a shirt brand to a tourism brand.  Please tell us what was the insight that led to this transformation? I first got the idea to go into the business of selling souvenir shirts from my travels – shirts were and continue to be the preferred souvenir as they’re light and practical. But many of the […]

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Q1: You are well admired as the owner / part-owner of many successful local-concept restaurants like Red Crab, Sumo Sam, Claw Daddy – all known for their excellent food and good customer service. You also ventured into fitness centers with FTX in October 2011.  What’s your thinking process in coming up with new ideas? I have been a full time restaurateur […]

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