Dr Loretta Chen, PhD, a mulitihyphenate figure in the media, education, publishing, performing arts & cultural scene for over two decades, hops on a quick but jam packed conversation with On Call host Paulo on the future of storytelling, finding its value in leadership, and sifting through the noise to tell stories that matter.

This On Call with Insignia episode is part of a series featuring speakers from the NOVA 2025: SG60 Edition event co-hosted by Smobler, the New York Stock Exchange, Gemini, Nifty Gateway Studio, and Skadden.

Timestamps

(00:18) Significance of SG60 for Loretta;

(01:38) Power of Storytelling in Leadership;

(03:43) Evolution of Storytelling for Leaders;

(05:57) Role of Technology in Storytelling;

(06:57) Emerging Technologies for Storytelling;

(09:24) Future of Storytelling;

(10:45) Advice on Storytelling for Leaders;

(11:51) Blind Leadership Questions;

(14:00) Epilogue: What is Smobler?;

About Loretta

A multifaceted and influential figure in the media, education, publishing, performing arts & cultural scene for over two decades, Dr Chen was the People's Choice for Nominated Member of Parliament and has been the International Consultant to the Kingdom of Bhutan since 2011. She is a passionate advocate for social equity - challenging the status quo through artistic, literary and entrepreneurial avenues.

When the Metaverse came into play, Dr Chen envisioned a unique opportunity to shape social narratives with technology. Through her latest venture, Smobler, Dr Chen aims to create a Metaverse for Good to drive positive change, promote inclusivity and leverage emerging technologies to empower and inspire audiences across the globe. Dr Chen is part of the AWS Women Founders Program, UBS Project Female Founder, a Top 100 WoWomen of the Future, Forbes and Asia’s Most Inspiring.

Directed by Paulo Joquiño

Produced by Paulo Joquiño

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