The Singapore Success Story
Nick French SpeakerNet Sponsor
- Regions:
- East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, Dorset, Devon, Surrey, London, Isle of Wight
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Historic talks facilitator
- Fee:
- Paid: Negotiable plus travel expenses if long distances are involved
- Category:
- Humanities
- Updated:
- 11th March 2026
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Singapore has one of the highest standards of living in the world, but not before a turbulent period as a part of the Malayan (now Malaysia) Federation. The influential leader Lee Kuan Yew elevated his country from a backwater to first world powerhouse in a remarkably short time. Discover values contributing to Singapore's success, as I was fortunate enough to experience during my expat days living and working there.
Duration: 60 minutes
Views: 582 | Enquiries: 0About Nick French
I am a semi-retired professional speaker and trainer with a passion for delighting my audiences.
Born in Zimbabwe, university educated in Cape Town, I enjoyed a career of over 20 years in Singapore selling chemicals in the Asia Pacific region. On taking early retirement, I started my own consultancy delivering talks and workshops on public speaking, personal development and health and safety in the handling of hazardous chemicals.
I now deliver stimulating talks on a wide range of topics, all of which are accompanied by easy to follow custom built slides designed to enrich my content and maximise your enjoyment. I speak on a wide range of subjects of historical interest, humorous cross cultural experiences, impromptu speaking, and safe handling of household chemicals in the home. Something that will appeal to everyone!
I do charge a small honorarium which includes my travel time and expenses, but all of this goes to my designated animal related charities.
I look forward to speaking at your next function!
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