Singapore, Singapore
A journalist turned real estate developer, I help shape Singapore’s next-generation industrial estates with a focus on driving long-term value creation, community engagement and economic growth. I bring a holistic perspective that aligns stakeholders, strategy and insights to deliver smart and sustainable ecosystems while supporting evolving business needs. Outside of work, I enjoy gardening, playing tennis and reading books on entrepreneurship and personal development.
-Reported on key developments, acquisitions and market trends in the Singapore residential, office, retail, hospitality, industrial and capital markets -Monitored and analysed financial performance of leading real estate developers, agencies and asset management companies -Built and maintained working relationships with CEOs, real estate leaders, developers, consultancy heads, property agents and business owners -Awarded Young Journalist of the Year in 2023 and Story of the Year in 2024 for in-depth coverage of Singapore’s largest money laundering case Read my stories here: https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/authors/jessie-lim
- Wrote and developed multi-media stories mainly for The Straits Times’ Singapore desk, covering various beats including breaking news, consumer, court and crime. - Produced and hosted the special edition Stop Scams podcast, which averaged 24,000 downloads in the first six months, to raise awareness about the scourge of scams locally and globally. - Contributed monthly to the Young & Savvy column, The Straits Times’ first personal finance and career development column for millennials. - Awards: Special Award for Excellence (2021), Feature of the Quarter (January-March 2022), Feature of the Quarter (October-December 2022), Honourable Mention (Best Public Relations/Community Service Campaign) at the International News Media Association Global Media Awards (2023)