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$10,000 investment is now a $2m business
Sujimy Mohamad has taken the plunge with four promising businesses, including Screenbox, his TV and film production unit.
GlobalRoam heeds the call of China
The company will focus its marketing efforts there.
The business savvy professor
Let's meet Nobel laureate Michael Spence, who straddles the worlds of academia and business.
Making his own way in the fashion world
Dries van Noten has built a successful business that defies traditional fashion standards - there are no It bags, celebrity endorsements, ambitious advertising and media campaigns.
Tech whiz set to drop another bombshell
Nutek chief's concoction blasted when he was 12, but his knack for inventing things drives a firm with $40m in annual turnover. Now he has another idea that could 'explode' worldwide.
What's your flavour? Cocktails get personal
For a few thousand dollars, a Singaporean firm will create a drink as individual as you are. Damian Sim's cocktails come with a hefty price tag that starts at 1,800 Singapore dollars for a recipe for an individual event and 5,400 dollars for corporate events.
'No idea is too silly'
To help Romar grow stronger, Mr Lim encourages his employees to come up with new ideas.
Growing S'pore companies
OCBC Bank sponsors the Enterprise 50 and e50. startup awards this year for the second time to show it supports small, medium businesses.
A firm of mettle
Customers of Kim Ann Engineering get more value for the money they spend to buy special steel and other specialty metals from the company.
Working in harmony
Clinching the No. 2 spot in the Enterprise 50 awards for the second time running, GM Mr Wong Yew Choo dedicate the award to its staff for their competence and dedication.
Beating the odds
Ms Tang took a huge gamble in setting up her company during the economic recession in the mid-80s, but her courage and foresight have paid off handsomely.
Thriving on competition
Getting into the Singapore market means doing business with the "big sharks", says Mr Sivaswamy.
Wow the world
iWow focuses on R&D and technical talent to stay ahead of its competitors, says Mr Lee.
Full steam ahead
Mr Tan attributes the company's success to hard work, determination and foresight.
Ready for a blast
Spending on enhanced building and protection has increased significantly over the last few years, says Mr Liu.
"We never give up"
From a small bicycle shop to an established company which made its fortune in petroleum lubricant products that it now produces and sells.
Riding on customer loyalty
Since receiving the E50 award last year, Patec has become more well-known and its profits have increased tremendously, says Mr Chng.
One-stop service is a winner
Safety, quality, cost and time are the four core values that the company adheres to, says Mr Lee.
In the fast lane
iFast is set to expand to many countries in Asia establish a global presence, says Mr Lim.
Up to the challenge
An E50 award gives Emerio a boost when it comes to hiring top talent, says Mr Nim.
Solid track record
From supplying common grade aluminium alloy and stainless steel products in 1984, Soon Lian Hardware now provides over 1,200 aluminium alloy products.
Heartland flavour
Mr Pang hopes every Koufu employee learns something new every day.
No kidding
With three in-house lines from Kiddy Palace, Mr Ong plans to create greater awareness and brand loyalty for the products, and move towards the global front.
No pain, no gain
The company's philosophy is to always be ready to improve and pursue excellence in everything it does, says Mr Teo.
Recruiting the best
GMP's growth strategy is geared towards further specialisation to stay ahead of the competition, says Ms Yap.
Global reach
Dextrans Worldwide is a group of logistics companies that operate across the entire supply chain pipeline across the globe.
Going for gold
In the last financial year, with a staff strength of four and about 24 customers, Gold Matrix Resources achieved a turnover of US$120 million (S$174.37 million).
Good wood
Mr Zain and Mr Toh are passionate about bringing the natural beauty of wood into homes and offices.
'No short cut to success'
Software solutions and services company ITcan provides a wide range of IT solutions and services, including infrastructure management, application development, and professional services.
Karin Tech on the fast track
Its 3 business segments - components distribution, IC application design, IT infrastructure - are doing well.
 
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