ATTENDEE COMMENTS

In these ever-changing times, we all recognize the importance of staying connected within our professional networks and building new relationships in the market. However, this can be quite challenging, especially when juggling our hectic schedules. That’s why it’s been truly refreshing to partner with Sital and the team to organize these enjoyable social events.

The events provide an excellent opportunity to make interesting and valuable connections, all while maintaining a relaxed and informal atmosphere. It’s a welcome departure from the typical corporate gatherings, and what’s even more appealing is that we’re also doing some good in the process.

What’s particularly convenient is that these events are usually just a stone’s throw away from the office, making it easier to manage around our work commitments. – it’s fairly common for guests to step out for a quick drink in between evening calls!

It’s been a pleasure to be a part of these events that blend professional networking with a sense of community and social impact.

Mitul Kotecha

Barclays

I just wanted to give a quick shoutout to the Sip For Good team. It was a really good and fun event where I got to meet and mingle with a whole bunch of very interesting and diverse executives. And at the same time, we are also doing something for good. So strongly recommend you to join the next Sip For Good event as we do good and meet with fun and interesting people.
PingPing Han

Alloha Experiences

Throughout my tenure with the Singapore chapter of Room To Read, I couldn’t recommend Sital highly enough as a partner for supporting noble causes like girls’ education. He possesses the unique ability to host events for large groups while seamlessly adapting to the diverse personalities and cultures present. We were fortunate to have him by our side.

Akashnee Thompson

Ex-Room To Read, Singapore Chapter

I joined Sital’s drinks, and tonight we’ve had increased awareness for Alzheimer’s. It was great to meet people and get connected. It was wonderful connecting with warm-hearted people – enjoyed it a lot!
Sunmi Yoo

Microsoft

I highly recommend the Sip For Good event. It was not like any other charity event – there was no pressure. It was informal; you could drop in and drop out when you could. The people were really nice and friendly. It was a very different type of event, and the cause was really important. And it made me feel that I was welcome – and there was a sense of camaraderie with a lot of like-minded people all around. Informal, and therefore, it was really, really good for networking.
Rahul Malhotra

Shell

There are three things I am passionate about: connecting people for career success, enjoying good food (I’m a true foodie!), and making a positive impact in the world. The events that Sital puts together help me achieve these passions effortlessly.

Even though I don’t drink, I have no issues attending these drink events. It’s not just about drinking (unless you want to!). I get to meet new and interesting people informally, enjoy some tasty bites, all while contributing to a good cause.

We are all so busy, but I believe we still have the capacity to do good. These events provide a simple and enjoyable way to do just that!

Celine Ong

ServiceNow

I had the privilege of participating in fundraising events orchestrated by Sital in London, aimed at empowering the education of girls in rural Asia. Particularly in a time when making a positive impact holds paramount significance, Sital has illuminated the path for all of us to meaningfully contribute to society, even amidst our demanding schedules.
Jatin Patel

Private Banking & Wealth Management Consultant, Censeo Capital, Ex-Citibank, KBL Monaco Private Bank, SEI Investments

Thanks so much for a great night once again Sital, I really enjoyed it and had a great time meeting some really lovely people. It didn’t feel like a networking event at all! More like a social get together with like minded people over a drink and tasty snacks. The event felt informal which really encouraged everyone to be engaged and to mingle. I will be recommending my friends and colleagues to attend your future get togethers!
Meni Barrass

JLL

Paying it forward is always top of Sital’s mind. I love his ideas to combine networking and doing good. We ran several “Beers for Books” fundraisers for a charity called ‘Room To Read’ and raised funds for girl’s education. A great quality I find in Sital is that he pauses, reflects and acts inclusively which makes all the difference whether he is coaching someone on their career or working on ideas to give back to society.
Sindhura Sunkara

Microsoft

Sital is a natural connector. He has so much energy to bring folks together and for years I’ve been in awe of the effortless way he connects the right people at the right time. I especially love how Sital brings together community for informal drinks and bites – all while making some impact on good causes. It’s an easy way to network informally and it’s always good fun! I leave the evening with new friends and knowing that we helped contribute to a good cause, just by buying a drink. Keep it up, Sital!
Melanie Sharpe Nseir

Microsoft

During the Global Financial Crisis, Sital used to host networking events with drinks and snacks in London’s financial district These informal gatherings brought City professionals together to meet and connect.

I thoroughly enjoyed attending these events and had the opportunity to meet many new people. Some of the gatherings even had a charitable aspect, with contributions going towards Girls’ Education programs in Asia. During a challenging market environment, Sital’s generosity in bringing people together and facilitating mutual support was greatly appreciated. Knowing that these gatherings also contributed to a good cause made these evenings even more special.

Torquil Warren

Lloyds Banking Group

Thank you, Sital and team, for yet another well-organized charitable event. Giving us all such a seamless opportunity to participate and support such a worthwhile cause.

Rye Barcott coined the phrase “talent is universal; opportunity is not”. For many girls and young women today that opportunity is not accessible. Creating access to education empowers females in rural locations. In a generation my own mother went from not being allowed to complete High School in India, to having three children that went to UK universities.

I appreciate the immense challenges they face in gaining access to education and financial literacy, which are vital for a successful future.

We all have causes that resonate with us, the demands of children, work, and life often make it challenging to contribute as much as we’d like. However, thanks to events like this, we’re given opportunities to participate, raise awareness and contribute. The venue is less than five minutes from my office. It was as simple as coming down, enjoying a drink, connecting with like-minded peers, availing of an opportunity to do “sevva” and hopefully shaping a brighter future for these girls.

Professional networking is important, despite knowing this it’s not something I gravitate towards. However, connecting through the fun, informal events for a really worthwhile cause expanded my network. I’ve been a mentee, mentor, and sponsor, building mutually beneficial partnerships. Building better futures takes villages, I’ll definitely be participating and contributing to the causes that these events give us all the opportunity to support.

Mandip Rana

Standard Chartered Bank

Over the past decade, our family have been dedicated supporters of Room to Read’s Girls Education Programs, thanks to the initial introduction by Sital. Together with my husband, we’ve partnered with Sital to organize engaging social events in the name of raising funds for girls’ education and other great causes.

I’m from Portugal – as the Portuguese saying goes, “A união faz a força” (Unity is strength).

Social events can help us unite to do something valuable. But what makes these events truly remarkable is that, as someone who typically shies away from corporate networking events, I’ve found them to be refreshingly different. My passion lies in empowering the next generation of Asian girls, and working alongside Sital and our organizing team to unite people for this cause has been a truly rewarding journey.

These gatherings are far from typical networking events. Instead, they’re fun, informal get-togethers where you’re guaranteed to see familiar faces in Singapore’s close-knit community, all while making new and fascinating friends. Amidst the laughter, we always manage to accomplish something meaningful in the process.

Dipali Kotecha

D&I Professional