Purnima Kamath

An entrepreneur with 30 years plus experience in the marketing, media, advertising and events landscape. Founder and CEO@ De Ideaz Pte Ltd, Singapore - the pioneer event management and marketing communications company based in Singapore since 2005. We have worked with Singapore Press Holdings, Singapore Tourism Board, High Commission of India, Citibank, DBS Bank, Bank of Singapore, Suntec Singapore, Marina Bay Sands, etc. Organized mega conferences for the IIT Alumni, IIM Alumni, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas - Ministry of External Affairs, India and PM Modi’s May 2018 Business Events in Singapore. My “aha” moment - only female member in the organizing committee during PM Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to Singapore in Nov 2015. a. Recognized for the Women’s Entrepreneur Business Award in Singapore. b. Volunteering 20 years at grassroots level with the Siglap South Indian Activity Executive Committee. c. Board of Director, Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry(May 2018-2024). My 30 years entrepreneurial journey sharpened my skills in connecting to various people in different geographies. Driven by the curiosity to shape business growth events, post pandemic dedicated/pivoted time in three important areas apart from the regular events business: 1.Consulting early-stage companies with GTM strategy, investor readiness, matching investors, help fundraising and brand positioning. 2. Key role in curating and shaping strategies contributing to donor engagement, multi-year fundraising, and the launch of various strategic initiatives for charity organisations. 3.Introduce Investors /AIF funds to reputed Real Estate companies, bringing capital to unlock their potential. Equipped with a MBA in International Business from Nanyang Business School (NBS/NTU - 2000), I lead with clarity and transparency in all my work, demand equal respect, would love to lead life with purpose and deliver impact. Let’s connect if you are looking for someone resourceful. I welcome ambitious projects/opportunities to collaborate. My regular Interests: startup ecosystem, education, travel, theatre and gardening.