We would like to invite you to attend EGN Finance Leaders, Singapore Peer Group Meeting
This event will be held on Thursday, 25 June 2025 | 8:30AM - 12:30PM SGT
Currency Shifts: What Business Leaders Need to Know
In an era of geopolitical shifts and economic recalibration, currency volatility has moved from a treasury concern to a critical boardroom priority. For finance leaders in Singapore, navigating fluctuations in the US Dollar while managing regional trade exposures requires more than technical hedging — it requires strategic thinking and macroeconomic awareness.
This session will explore the current FX landscape and bridge the gap between complex market mechanics and actionable business strategy, helping leaders confidently navigate high-level discussions around currency risk and market uncertainty.
Key discussion areas include:
Demystifying FOREX: Finance for the Non-Finance Leader
Understanding currency movements through a strategic business lens and how to communicate currency impact effectively across the organisation.The Safe Haven Debate: Is Gold Challenging the US Dollar?
Exploring de-dollarisation trends, the resurgence of Gold as a strategic asset, and implications for businesses and long-term reserves.The MAS Playbook: Understanding the Singapore Dollar Strategy
A closer look into Singapore’s unique monetary policy approach and what finance leaders should expect for the SGD in the coming quarters.
This will be a highly interactive and peer-driven discussion designed for senior finance leaders to exchange perspectives, real experiences, and practical insights in today’s rapidly changing global environment.
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About the Speaker
Jeremie Gros-Desirs, DIrector and CFO at Gaulad
Jeremie is a Finance professional based in Singapore for over a decade, with a career spanning the commodities, fintech, and education sectors. I currently serve as the Chief Financial Officer and Director at Gauld, a fintech platform redefining physical gold investment. Since its inception, I’ve played a central role in shaping Gauld’s financial strategy, compliance framework, and performance reporting. Prior to Gauld, I served as Financial Controller for TOTAL, a global leader in the oil and gas industry, and later as Associate Director of Operations at INSEAD, one of the world’s top business schools. These roles sharpened my expertise in financial management, data analytics, and operational leadership. With a deep commitment to data-driven decision-making, I specialize in building advanced reporting systems that provide clarity, transparency, and strategic insight. I thrive in dynamic environments that require structure, rigor, and scalable processes — especially across multicultural teams and cross-border operations.