Need to give your career health a lift? Reskill and reinvent yourself at Career Forward 2026. Whether you are switching careers or scaling new heights, you will gain from the expert coaching, future-ready skills workshops and advice from people who have taken the leap. Your next chapter takes off at Career Forward 2026.
Thinking about a change?
Sharpen the skills you need to pivot or progress with hands-on workshops. Bring your own tablet or laptop. Slots are limited, so register early.
Workshops
This workshop introduces NTUC’s AI Career Coach (AICC), a digital tool designed to support jobseekers in their career planning journey. Participants will learn how AICC provides personalised career insights, job matching, and skills recommendations based on individual profiles.
Empowering Career with NTUC AI Career Coach
Dane Tang
Founder, DesignFuture
28 March 2026
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Even in a tech-driven economy, employers seek creativity, empathy, and the uniquely human abilities that build trust and connection. These timeless skills make you stand out in any role. You’ll discover how human strengths can complement technology, helping you stay relevant and future-ready.
The Human Advantage: Why Human Skills Still Matter in a Digital World
Dane Tang
Founder, DesignFuture
28 March 2026
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Careers rarely move forward through applications alone. In this session, Shamane Tan explores how credibility, trust, and visibility shape career conversations, why some people are approached early, and how opportunities form long before a role officially exists.
The Invisible Career Advantage: How Opportunities Really Find You
Shamane Tan
Chief Growth Officer at Sekuro | Founder for CxO Tribe
28 March 2026
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The job landscape is shifting faster than ever due to technology, globalization, and changing work models. To thrive, individuals must REINVENT themselves-continuously learning, adapting, and integrating diverse skills and perspectives.
Reinvent to Thrive in Uncertainty
Adeline Tiah
Author: Reinvent 4.0 & Founder, Coach at Addy.AI
28 March 2026
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This session dedicates a focused segment to AI-powered career exploration, giving participants a hands-on view of how AI can support informed career decisions. It will feature a combination of tools, including e2i’s AI Career Coach for structured assessments and job portal integration, Google Career Dreamer for broader exploration, and basic AI prompting techniques applicable across common LLMs such as ChatGPT and Copilot. Participants will leave with practical strategies to use AI confidently in their career planning journey.
Finding Your Career Sweet Spot with AI
Cindi Wirawan
Career Coach and Founder at Vibe Tribe
28 March 2026
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Leverage your professional expertise to start something new. Learn how to build entrepreneurial or intrapreneurial paths in sectors like finance and healthcare. Use your career to drive purpose and progress. Your experience can be the foundation of innovation.
From Career Experience to Entrepreneurial Venture
Dhawal Shah
Regional Managing Director at 2Stallions | Co-founder & CEO at ChutneyAds
28 March 2026
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See how sectors are evolving through digital transformation and identify where leadership and career opportunities are opening up.
Tech at the Core of Industry Change
Tan Bin Ru
President of Enterprise Digital at ST Engineering.
Travis Teo
Co-Founder and Executive Director at Adzymic
Vishal Salunkhe
Vice President & Regional Business Head at Carousell Group
28 March 2026
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Many professionals are no longer sticking to a single career path. Explore how to combine consulting, side projects, teaching, or board roles into a portfolio career. You’ll learn how to diversify your skills and income streams while staying relevant and adaptable in a fast-changing job market.
Building a Portfolio Career: Beyond One Job
Dane Tang
Founder, DesignFuture
28 March 2026
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A practical, non-technical introduction to AI fundamentals for mid-career professionals, focused on staying relevant, confident, and future-ready.
AI 101 for Mid-Career Professionals
Parry Singh
Chief AI Whisperer at ClayboxAI
28 March 2026
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Discover how working in a fast-moving startup differs from building a career in an established organisation. You’ll learn the trade-offs in culture, growth, stability, and impact – and how to decide which environment best fits your goals.
Big vs Bold: Careers in Corporates and Startups
Tan Bin Ru
President of Enterprise Digital at ST Engineering.
Travis Teo
Co-Founder and Executive Director at Adzymic
Vishal Salunkhe
Vice President & Regional Business Head at Carousell Group
28 March 2026
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Pick up invaluable tips from industry speakers and career coaches on recharting your career path, leveraging on your work experience, and breaking into new industries.
Seminars
Interactive Zones:
Recruitment Zone
Meet top employers and explore job opportunities.
Education & Training Zone
Learn how to reskill, upskill, and fund your growth.
Tech & Innovation Showcase
See the future of work through cutting-edge technology.
Career Guidance Zone
Access personalized career counseling and advice.
Unparalleled Networking
Connect with Minister Zaqy Mohamed, industry leaders, and visionaries.
Expert Insights
Learn how to future-proof your career from thought leaders.
What’s in Store
Powerful Themes:
Discover opportunities in the Care, Green, and Digital Economies.
Inspiring Seminars:
Attend 30+ expert-led sessions on AI, fintech, sustainability, and more.
Digital Economy: Elevate Your Future
The digital revolution offers endless opportunities to take your career to the next level. Gain insights into high-demand fields such as AI, cybersecurity, and data analytics powering a future defined by innovation and global competitiveness.
Green Economy:
Soaring Towards Sustainability
Contribute to Singapore’s green economy. From green tech innovations to environmental stewardship, discover pathways in sustainable development while driving meaningful change.
Care Economy:
Taking Flight in Service of Others
Embark on a journey that not only elevates your professional growth but also strengthens the social fabric of Singapore. Explore transformative roles that go beyond personal achievement Let your career be the bridge to a brighter, more inclusive Singapore.