Organised by the Singapore National Co-operative Federation (SNCF), the Annual Co-operative Leaders Conference 2024 (ACLC 2024) is set to take place in Penang, Malaysia. 

At ACLC 2024, we’re not just talking about change—we’re making it happen. This year’s theme, 'Doing the Right Things, Doing Things Right,' is your blueprint for success. As a leader, are you scaling the right peak? And more importantly, are you doing it the right way? This highly anticipated event is crafted to help you navigate the challenges and opportunities that matter most to your co-operative's future. 

Here's what coming your way:  

ACLC 2024 Day 2 - 7 November 2024

0945 - 1030: Three Ways To Take It Forward by Dr Wilson Chew (Singapore Institute of Directors)

About: Continuity is a pressing challenge for many co-operatives, with leadership renewal and institutional capabilities often overlooked. Dr Wilson Chew will reveal how co-ops can secure long-term success by embedding lasting practices into resilient systems (institutionalisation), ensuring that essential processes remain consistent and effective even through leadership transitions.

1030 - 1100: Leadership & Governance by Ms Crystal Du (Registry of Co-operative Societies)

About: Ms Crystal Du will share upcoming governance initiatives for the co-operative sector. Co-operators will also gain insights into the practices for nurturing leadership talent, ensuring continuity in leadership transitions, and embracing change for sustainable growth.

1430 - 1530: Moving Beyond Traditional Media to the Digital Space​ by Ms Ginny-Ann Oh (APRW Knowledge Studio)

About: With media consumption shifting, co-ops need more than just traditional PR. Ms Ginny-Ann Oh will show how co-ops can craft effective digital strategies to engage current and potential members. Discover how to stay connected and feature your brand using available tools.

ACLC 2024 Day 3 - 8 November 2024​

0930 - 0940: Small Beginnings to Big Ambitions

About: SNCF's CEO Ang Hin Kee will highlight how co-ops have started through rolled out solutions to meet needs from among communities and workers. These humble beginnings have paved the way for bigger ambition to doing more and reaching out to meet new emerging needs. ​

0940 - 1030: Panel Discussion – "For Co-op to Do Better, ..."

Panellists to be announced later

About: Co-op leaders unite to brainstorm solutions that will empower co-operatives to thrive. This platform allows them to share their "Ask"—how can the Government and CCFC support co-ops to succeed over the next century—and develop actionable strategies to drive the co-operative mission forward.

*Programme may be subjected to changes.

By Sng Ler Jun