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Time Out
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out
‘The Diary of a CEO' host Steven Bartlett is bringing his first Asia tour to Singapore this September
This one's for the aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, and curious minds. Steven Bartlett, the highly influential host of the popular podcast 'The Diary of a CEO', is bringing his first Asia tour to Singapore. On September 19, Steven will be speaking at the Star Theatre, where he's expected to share tools and strategies for success as an entrepreneur. There's potential for these shows to be seriously life-changing, with actionable steps to transform your mindset, build sustainable ventures, cultivate leadership qualities, and develop strategies for lasting personal growth and success. And it's not all hot air: all Steven's advice is drawn from science-backed research, personal experience, and lessons learned from his many interviews with successful global figures. Steven is a guy you want to get entrepreneurship advice from, for sure. Raised in Botswana, he founded two companies by the age of 22 – one being Social Chain, a social media marketing agency that achieved significant success with clients such as Apple, KFC, and McDonald's. These ventures made him a millionaire by the tender age of 23. Most prominently, he's the host of 'The Diary of a CEO', an ongoing podcast where he picks the brains of celebrities and business leaders such as Sir Richard Branson, Michelle Obama and Simon Cowell. Intimate, entertaining, and always insightful, the podcast has garnered over 40 million monthly downloads and 1 billion streams. These nuggets of wisdom have been conveniently condensed into his second book, the Sunday Times bestseller 'The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws for Business & Life'. Steven has fingers in almost every pie, with more businesses founded in the media, software, and finance spaces, and key investments in the health and wellness industries. He is also empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through action and advocacy, with a focus on uplifting individuals from BAME and underprivileged backgrounds. Read on for all the details related to Steven Bartlett's upcoming Singapore show, including dates, venues, and ticketing prices. When and where is Steven Bartlett's The Business and Life Speaking Tour happening in Singapore? Steven Bartlett's Singapore show will take place on September 19 at the Star Theatre. His session is expected to begin at 8pm. Here are the rest of his Asia tour stops: Sep 21: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – CCEC (Nexus) Sep 23: Hong Kong – Asia World Expo Sep 26: Bali, Indonesia – Westin Nusa Dua Sep 27: Jakarta, Indonesia – Kasablanka Hall How to get tickets to Steven Bartlett's Singapore show? Tickets are available at Here are priority access and general sales times: Priority access registration: July 10, noon - July 14, noon SGT Priority access for those who registered on: July 16, noon SGT General ticket sales start on: July 17, noon SGT How much do tickets for Steven Bartlett's Asia tour cost? Tickets for the Singapore show start from $98.


Time Out
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out
‘The Diary of a CEO' host Steven Bartlett announces Asia speaking tour for September 2025
This one's for the aspiring entrepreneurs, business leaders, and curious minds. Steven Bartlett, the highly influential host of the popular podcast 'The Diary of a CEO', will be touring Asia for the first time ever. Steven is a guy you want to get entrepreneurship advice from, for sure. Raised in Botswana, he founded two companies by the age of 22 – one being Social Chain, a social media marketing agency that achieved significant success with clients such as Apple, KFC, and McDonald's. These ventures made him a millionaire by the tender age of 23. Most prominently, he's the host of 'The Diary of a CEO', an ongoing podcast where he picks the brains of celebrities and business leaders such as Sir Richard Branson, Michelle Obama and Simon Cowell. Intimate, entertaining, and always insightful, the podcast has garnered over 40 million monthly downloads and 1 billion streams. These nuggets of wisdom have been conveniently condensed into his second book, the Sunday Times bestseller 'The Diary of a CEO: The 33 Laws for Business & Life'. Steven has fingers in almost every pie, with more businesses founded in the media, software, and finance spaces, and key investments in the health and wellness industries. He is also empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through action and advocacy, with a focus on uplifting individuals from BAME and underprivileged backgrounds. Inspired yet? Well, you can catch him in September 2025, when he travels to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Bali, and Jakarta for his The Business and Life Speaking Tour. There's potential for these shows to be seriously life-changing: Steven will share a practical roadmap to success as an entrepreneur, drawing from science-backed research, personal experience, and lessons learned from his many interviews with successful global figures. You can expect actionable steps to transform your mindset, build sustainable ventures, cultivate leadership qualities, and develop strategies for lasting personal growth and success. Read on for all the details related to Steven Bartlett's upcoming Asia tour, including dates, venues, and ticketing prices. Steven Bartlett The Business and Life Speaking Tour 2025 Asia dates and venues: Sep 19: Singapore – Star Theatre Sep 21: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – CCEC (Nexus) Sep 23: Hong Kong – Asia World Expo Sep 26: Bali, Indonesia – Westin Nusa Dua Sep 27: Jakarta, Indonesia – Kasablanka Hall How to get tickets to Steven Bartlett's Asia tour? Tickets are available at Here are priority access and general sales times: Priority access registration: July 10, noon - July 14, noon SGT/HKT/MYT/WITA July 10, 11am - July 14, 11am WIB Priority access for those who registered on: July 16, noon SGT/HKT/MYT/WITA July 16, 4am WIB General ticket sales start on: July 17, noon SGT/HKT/MYT/WITA July 17, 11am WIB How much do tickets for Steven Bartlett's Asia tour cost? Singapore: from S$98 Kuala Lumpur: from MYR 280 Hong Kong: from HKD 480 Bali: from IDR 990,000 Jakarta: from IDR 790,000


South China Morning Post
03-07-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Woo Guangdong visitors under cross-border scheme, Hong Kong transport chief says
A highly anticipated cross-border driving scheme for Guangdong residents will provide a boost for Hong Kong's tourism-related industries, the transport chief has said, as she called on different sectors to offer a variety of tailored packages linked to hotels, restaurants and events to woo the new source of visitors. Advertisement Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan on Thursday noted the business sector's enthusiasm over the launch of the Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme, which will allow a daily quota of 100 vehicles to enter the city's urban areas via the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. 'I am pleased to note the positive response from different sectors, especially the business industry including hotels, catering, retail, AsiaWorld-Expo, and business chambers. They are all very supportive,' she told the media, a day after announcing that the scheme would be launched in November, a month earlier than planned. 'The business sector is actually very quick-witted. Industry players can actively explore launching packages, such as parking combined with accommodation, exhibitions, or other activities and mega-events.' Chan stressed that packages tailor-made for Guangdong drivers would help improve supporting facilities and connections, and inform promotional strategies that would better capitalise on this new group of visitors. Advertisement 'With the package offerings which cater to Guangdong visitors, we can help disseminate relevant information and promote the scheme to the mainland. With our joint efforts we can make this good policy even better,' she said.


South China Morning Post
10-06-2025
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong to host biggest-ever esports event, first to receive ‘M' mark status
Hong Kong is set to host its biggest-ever esports event, bringing some of the world's best teams to compete for a US$1 million (HK$7.85 million) prize pot at the AsiaWorld-Expo in November, organisers announced on Tuesday. Blast Premier Hong Kong Rivals will be the first esports event to be granted 'M' mark status, as officials said it would become a mainstay feature – with the aim of attracting more international gaming tournaments in the future. Blast Premier is an international tournament series for the tactical first-person shooter Counter-Strike 2, which was launched in 2020 and broadcasts to more than 100 countries in over 30 languages. 'We stand before you with absolute confidence that Blast Premier Hong Kong rivals will be one of the biggest esports events Asia has ever seen,' Leo Matlock, Blast's chief business officer, said. 'The tournament will not only draw passionate fans from across Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, mainland China and Europe, but it will also spark global travel from esports enthusiasts across Asia and all over the world. We expect over 11,000 fans to come each day.' Organisers announce the upcoming Blast Premier Hong Kong Rivals tournament. Photo: Dickson Lee Blast Premier Hong Kong Rivals, scheduled to run from November 12 to 16 and co-hosted by the Esports Association of Hong Kong, China, will feature eight of the world's best teams.

Associated Press
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Asian Emerging Artist List Exhibition Wraps Up in Hong Kong, Spotlights Rising Talent Across Asia
06/02/2025, Toronto Ontario // KISS PR Brand Story PressWire // Hong Kong, June 1, – Younes Bensebaa, International Arts News —The Asian Emerging Artist List Exhibition concluded on Sunday after a four-day run at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, drawing international acclaim for its showcase of promising new voices in contemporary Asian art. Curated by Tingting Fang, Dean of the Asian Academy of Arts, the exhibition has become a cornerstone of Hong Kong's annual art season. Held from May 30 to June 2, the exhibition featured works from artists across Asia and beyond, including participants from Singapore, London, Shanghai, and New York. Mediums ranged from traditional painting and sculpture to digital works, immersive installations, and virtual reality experiences. The show attracted collectors, curators, and art professionals from Europe, North America, and across Asia, underscoring its growing global relevance. A Platform for Emerging Talent The Asian Academy of Arts announced the successful conclusion of the exhibition, which was curated and led by Tingting Fang — a prominent figure in contemporary Asian art and a champion of emerging artists. Held at AsiaWorld-Expo, one of Asia's premier venues for cultural events, the exhibition earned wide recognition and high attendance, further solidifying its position on the international art calendar. Timed to coincide with Hong Kong's vibrant art season, the exhibition drew significant attention from collectors, critics, and global institutions. Tingting Fang: Visionary Curator and Mentor Central to the exhibition's success is Tingting Fang's inspired curatorial leadership. For over a decade, Fang has devoted herself to identifying and nurturing emerging talent across Asia, building platforms for new voices to connect with global audiences. Her ability to elevate raw artistic talent into internationally recognized names has made her one of the region's most respected mentors and curators.. Combining a deep knowledge of traditional Asian aesthetics with a sharp eye for contemporary trends, Fang has helped bridge generations of artistic practice. Under her leadership, the Asian Academy of Arts has offered young artists valuable grants, exhibition opportunities, and access to galleries, biennales, and collectors worldwide. 'The Asian Emerging Artist List is more than an exhibition — it's a movement,' said Tingting Fang. 'These artists represent the future of Asian art, and our role is to ensure their voices are heard on the global stage. This exhibition is about giving them the visibility and confidence they need to thrive.' Asian Art on the World Stage Now in its latest edition, the Asian Emerging Artist List Exhibition has become one of the most important platforms for discovering new talent in the region. Artists are selected through a rigorous vetting process by the Academy's curatorial team, who review thousands of submissions based on originality, technical skill, and conceptual depth. Many artists featured in the exhibition have gone on to show at major global institutions. As a result, the List is increasingly regarded as a barometer for future success, attracting close attention from collectors, galleries, and art foundations worldwide. This year's exhibition stood out for its diversity of media — from traditional fine art to cutting-edge technology — reflecting the breadth of contemporary artistic innovation in Asia. Participating artists came from global cities such as Singapore, London, Shanghai, and New York, underscoring the international scope of the event. Through her curation, Fang ensured that forward-thinking, boundary-pushing work was at the forefront of the visitor experience. Championing the Next Generation Beyond its visual impact, the exhibition plays a pivotal role in promoting younger Asian artists who often face challenges entering the global art scene. By featuring their work on a high-profile platform, the exhibition creates valuable exposure and facilitates connections with key players in the art world. Strategically positioned during Hong Kong's peak art season, the event receives maximum visibility and media coverage, helping to propel participating artists toward international recognition. In doing so, the exhibition contributes to a broader conversation about the evolving identity of Asian contemporary art. Global Interest and Cultural Impact Interest in the exhibition circulated well before its official opening, with collectors, journalists, and art world insiders from Asia, Europe, and North America expressing strong anticipation. Many traveled to Hong Kong specifically to attend, driven by Tingting Fang's reputation for discovering exceptional talent. Several artists she has championed in previous exhibitions have since emerged as leading figures in the global art world. Join the Movement The Asian Emerging Artist List Exhibition is more than a display of talent — it is a cultural movement redefining the future of contemporary art in Asia. It not only showcases the region's brightest new artists but also fosters the next generation of artistic leadership. For collectors, it offers rare opportunities to acquire early works from rising stars. For curators, it introduces fresh perspectives and emerging themes. And for art lovers, it is a chance to witness the shaping of tomorrow's visual culture. The exhibition fosters global connections, sparks cross-cultural dialogue, and supports the professional growth of artists poised to define the next era of contemporary art. Through acquisitions, partnerships, and increased visibility, the global art community can help elevate these voices — amplifying Asia's dynamic creative presence on the world stage. Original Source of the original story >> Asian Emerging Artist List Exhibition Wraps Up in Hong Kong, Spotlights Rising Talent Across Asia