Season 2, Episode 7: A Cuppa With Emily Poon

To pioneer alumna Emily Poon (BBM, 2004), having access to opportunities is a critical factor in forging one’s path and journey.

Looking back at her life experiences, Emily revealed that she had been given many invaluable opportunities at different points in life, and these dots had connected, leading to where she is now. She felt very fortunate to have met good bosses, mentors and people who taught her many important lessons.

However, these access to opportunities were not simply given by chance – one needed to have the willingness to speak up, the ability to embrace and accept rejections, and empathy. Having learnt and practiced all of these, Emily has successfully risen through the ranks to become the President of PR & Influence at Ogilvy Asia today, a role she relishes.

Hear from Emily on how she would consciously remind herself everyday to give her time, voice, and energy to encourage positive change, and provide others with access to opportunities just like how she had received them through the years.