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Celebrating Leadership and Service: SCCA Presents CLO and HOPE Awards at 10th Annual Black-Tie

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Celebrating Leadership and Service: SCCA Presents CLO and HOPE Awards at 10th Annual Black-Tie

Singapore, 20 November 2025—The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association (SCCA) celebrated the 10th anniversary of its signature Annual Black-Tie (A.B.T.) on 19 November 2025 at the iconic ATLAS Bar.

With more than 250 guests in attendance, the celebration brought together industry professionals, the Association’s partners, and members of Singapore’s in-house counsel community for an evening of 1920s-inspired glamour, meaningful recognition, and shared achievement. 

The event was graced by Guest-of-Honour, Senior Parliamentary Secretary (SPS), Ministry of Law and Ministry of Social and Family Development, Mr Eric Chua. 

Excellence in the In-House Community

Held in conjunction with the A.B.T., the 9th Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Awards and 2nd Heroes of Pro Bono Excellence (HOPE) Award honoured the outstanding achievements of Singapore’s in-house legal community, recognising individuals and teams across four different categories. 

This year’s CLO Award recipients exemplify the profession’s highest standards, showcasing legal excellence, forward-looking leadership, and the ability to guide their organisations through an increasingly complex global environment.

The winners in each category are:

  • Global MNC: Mr Mike Yeh , Vice President, Corporate External and Legal Affairs, Asia, Microsoft

  • NGO/Public-Sector Entity: Ms Winnie Ching , Group Director (Legal and Enforcement), Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore 

  • Singapore Company/Business: Ms Meng Choo Cheah , General Counsel, Asia Pacific, Dyson

Awards were presented by Guest-of-Honour SPS Eric Chua, Justice Chua Lee Ming , and SCCA President Mr Daniel Choo .

Meanwhile, the Legal and Secretarial Office of Nanyang Technological University was crowned winner of the HOPE Award. Going above and beyond their professional duty, their pro bono initiatives have made a significant, positive impact on the wider community. The award was presented by Mr Jason Chan , Board Member of the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre.

Celebrating Resilience and Looking Ahead

Daniel Choo, President, SCCA, reflected:

“The finalists and winners of this year’s SCCA CLO and HOPE Awards exemplify what it means for in-house counsel to serve not only as legal advisors, but also as strategic partners, trusted voices, and champions of integrity within their organisations and the wider community in Singapore. 

Heartfelt congratulations to these outstanding professionals whose leadership, innovation, and commitment to service continue to set the benchmark for the in-house legal profession. 

This year has been a remarkable one for SCCA. From the third APAC Legal Congress and the inaugural Global Trade Congress to our Chapter-led initiatives and the Accreditation Framework consultation for SCCA Academy, we are grateful for the strong support of our members, partners, and the wider in-house community. We look forward to building this momentum into new initiatives in 2026 and beyond.”

SCCA extends its heartfelt appreciation to our Guest-of-Honour, sponsors, industry partners, members, and the wider in-house counsel community for their support of the Annual Black-Tie and the Association’s initiatives throughout the year. Together, SCCA is committed to shaping a stronger, more connected in-house counsel profession and advancing its mission to build better counsel, better corporations, and a better community.

About SCCA

The Singapore Corporate Counsel Association Limited (SCCA) is the pioneer and national organisation representing the interests of in-house legal professionals in Singapore. 

Established to advance the role of corporate counsel within organisations, SCCA serves as the collective voice for legal professionals working across companies, institutions, and multinational entities headquartered or based in Singapore.

With a growing footprint, SCCA is committed to empowering in-house counsel through strong international alliances, professional development initiatives, and community-building efforts. The Association leads with purpose—offering robust regional training programmes, industry roundtables, and leadership platforms that equip legal professionals for evolving demands. 

At its core, SCCA is dedicated to enabling better counsel, stronger companies, and more resilient communities in Singapore and beyond.

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Sheryl Ng

Manager, Marketing & Communications

Singapore Corporate Counsel Association

marketing@scca.org.sg