I'm a proactive, self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a track record of delivering impactful outcomes across diverse, challenging, and fast-paced environments. I'm skilled at quickly grasping new concepts and processes, bridging gaps with tenacity, and steering cross-functional teams toward strategic partnerships and growth.…

Jolene Ngweini

I'm a proactive, self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a track record of delivering impactful outcomes across diverse, challenging, and fast-paced environments. I'm skilled at quickly grasping new concepts and processes, bridging gaps with tenacity, and steering cross-functional teams toward strategic partnerships and growth.…

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I’m a proactive, self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a track record of delivering impactful outcomes across diverse, challenging, and fast-paced environments.

I’m skilled at quickly grasping new concepts and processes, bridging gaps with tenacity, and steering cross-functional teams toward strategic partnerships and growth.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Business Development Director at Hustle & Bustle Group
October 1, 2023 - Present
Regional Manager of Acquisitions at Una Brands
October 1, 2022 - September 17, 2025
Assistant Manager, Lease Management & Industry Development at JTC Corporation
October 1, 2018 - September 17, 2025
Business Development Partner, Consumer & Retail Division at Enterprise Singapore
October 1, 2018 - October 31, 2021
Country Manager, Singapore at OnTheList
April 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
Business Development Partner, Consumer & Retail Division at Enterprise Singapore
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2021
Business Development Director at Hustle & Bustle Group
October 1, 2023 - Present
Lead client and sponsorship acquisition, fundraising and investor relations, deal origination and due diligence, commercial deal structuring, account management, IP licensing management, vendor management, and growth strategy. Built funding strategies, nurtured key partnerships (e.g., Maybank, Cartier, Sofitel Sentosa, Raffles Sentosa, Resorts World Sentosa, Bugatti, Ong & Ong Architects). Established weekly/quarterly forecast, coordinated cross-functional teams, and negotiated with vendors to optimize value and margins. Created and executed event strategies, fundraising plans, and long-term client relationships; managed risk and ensured smooth delivery of projects.
Regional Manager of Acquisitions at Una Brands
October 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Deal origination and due diligence; high-growth M&A opportunities in APAC; manage acquisition pipeline and exit playbooks; maintain investor relations and funding strategies; built relationships with external agencies and broker networks; utilized HubSpot for data management; conducted market research on APAC e-commerce brand landscape; developed an outbound prospecting and exit playbook.
Assistant Manager, Lease Management and Industry Development at JTC Corporation
October 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Directly reported to Senior Management; Lease management, property development and project management; estate planning and redevelopment; navigating government policies and regulations to support SMB growth and industrial development.
Business Development Director at Hustle & Bustle Group
October 1, 2023 - Present
Led client and sponsorship acquisitions, fundraising and investor relations, and spearheaded new market expansion. Drove government relations, e-commerce growth initiatives in APAC, and built strategic partnerships to enable revenue growth and brand reach.
Regional Manager of Acquisitions at Una Brands
October 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Originated high-potential acquisition targets across APAC, evaluated growth opportunities through due diligence, and built and maintained investor relations programs. Managed data-driven deal sourcing and executive-level stakeholder engagement.
Regional Manager of Acquisitions at Una Brands
October 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Led acquisition origination and high-growth M&A initiatives; managed vendor and partner relationships; developed investment theses and financial models for potential brand acquisitions; built a scalable deal-sourcing pipeline across APAC.
Assistant Manager at JTC Corporation
October 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Lease management and industry development leadership; prop ert y development planning and redevelopment; liaised with government agencies to ensure compliance and regulatory alignment; supported strategic estate projects.
Business Development Director at Hustle & Bustle Group
October 1, 2023 - Present
Client and Sponsorship Acquisition; Investor Relations; Commercial Deal Structuring; Project and Account Management; IP Licensing; New Market Expansion; Government Relations; E-commerce; B2B Growth.
Deal Origination and Due Diligence at Hustle & Bustle Group
October 1, 2023 - October 12, 2025
Developed a high-quality funnel of acquisition targets through active deal sourcing and evaluating high-growth potential M&A opportunities; led due diligence and created investment memos; built partnerships.
Lead Deal Origination and Due Diligence at UNAb Brands (Regional Acquisitions & Partnerships)
October 1, 2022 - October 12, 2025
Developed and executed high-quality deal origination and due diligence processes for APAC expansion; sourced targets and prepared investment analyses and memos; stakeholder engagement with vendors and partners.
Lease Management and Industry Development at UNAb Brands (Regional Acquisitions & Partnerships)
October 1, 2021 - October 12, 2025
Lease management and industry development; estate planning and redevelopment; liaised with real estate developers, government agencies and industry bodies to drive growth and project delivery.
Assistant Manager at JTC Corporation
October 1, 2018 - October 12, 2025
Property leasing and development support; cross-functional coordination; client relationship management; contributed to portfolio expansion and efficiency improvements.

Education

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) at National University of Singapore
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2016
Junior College at Hwa Chong Junior College
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Secondary School at Cedar Girls' Secondary School
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2009
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) at National University of Singapore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
GCE A-Levels at Hwa Chong Junior College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
GCE O-Levels at Cedar Girls' Secondary School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) at National University of Singapore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Hwa Chong Junior College at Hwa Chong Junior College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
GCE A Levels at Cedar Girls' Secondary School, Singapore
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) at National University of Singapore
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2016
Hwa Chong Junior College at Hwa Chong Junior College
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
GCE O-Levels at Cedar Girls' Secondary School
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2009
Certificate of Academic Excellence - School Valedictorian at Educational Achievements
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
Certificate of Academic Excellence - 1st in Chinese Language at Educational Achievements
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025

Qualifications

School Valedictorian - Certificate of Academic Excellence
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025
Certificate of Academic Excellence for 1st in Chinese Language
January 11, 2030 - October 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Professional Services, Education, Government, Wholesale & Distribution, Software & Internet

Skills

Experience Level