
Moving to a new country is a whirlwind, but once the boxes are unpacked, one question usually hits the hardest – how do you find like-minded people?
Whether arriving as a trailing spouse or a career professional, finding a “tribe” is the quickest way to make a foreign city feel like home. Many start with social and charitable groups; those coffee mornings and local fundraisers that build lasting friendships and provide a vital support system.
As priorities shift, so do networking needs. For those with an entrepreneurial streak, the search often becomes finding women who are building businesses, thinking big, and actively backing one another’s professional wins.
Fortunately, Singapore is a goldmine for these kinds of connections. Whether you’re looking for a mentor, a business partner, or just someone who “gets it,” there is a community waiting to welcome you.
Led by Ambassador Rebecca Downie, The Athena Network Singapore offers a refreshing alternative to traditional, high-pressure networking. Designed specifically for women, this community focuses on building trust and genuine relationships rather than transactional exchanges. Each group is intentionally small, capped at 20 members, to ensure a supportive, noise-free environment where professional exclusivity prevents any sense of competition. This structured approach allows founders and leaders from diverse industries, such as technology, law, and wellness, to find confidence and grow their businesses through natural referrals.
The network’s unique rhythm combines consistency with flexibility. Members meet monthly in guided online sessions that prioritize deep conversation and skill-building through the Athena Academy. For those seeking a more casual vibe, the "Cappuccino Connections" offer relaxed in-person coffee catch-ups that create long-term friendships. If you are looking for an intentional, values-led space to scale your business while having a bit of fun, the best way to join is by reaching out via Instagram or through their website to see if the community is the right fit for you.
The Athena Network Singapore, Instagram https://theathenanetwork.com/rebeccadownie/
Founded by Anju Cawthra, SSEW Business Women is built on the belief that expat women shouldn't have to navigate their professional journeys alone. As an extension of the broader "Seasoned Singapore Expat Women" network, this vibrant community of over 3,500 members provides a warm, generous space for women at every career stage. Whether someone is launching a startup or pivoting to a new field, the group focuses on the momentum created when women champion one another.
The heart of the community is its private Facebook group, which offers free access to a wealth of resources. Members can tap into business panels, workshops, and peer support, or gain visibility through monthly "business shoutouts" and member spotlights. The experience extends beyond the screen with in-person supper clubs, coffee catch-ups, and special events. For any expat woman in Singapore looking for a "no-cost" way to find her tribe and grow her brand, joining is as simple as requesting access to the SSEW Business Women Facebook group.
Seasoned Singapore Expat Women Business Group, Facebook
The Singapore Women Entrepreneurs Network (SG-WEN) helps women business owners in Singapore build stronger connections and reach new heights. It was launched by the Singapore Business Federation to bring women entrepreneurs together, encourage collaboration, and support business growth across Singapore and the Asia-Pacific.
SG-WEN connects members with other women’s groups and programs, hosts events like networking sessions, knowledge-sharing talks, and roundtables, and champions women’s voices in policy conversations. It also supports collaborations within ASEAN and provides members with opportunities to learn from peers and industry leaders.
If you want to expand your business network, meet peers, access mentorship, and make an impact with other women leaders, SG-WEN can be a strong platform to explore.
Singapore Women Entrepreneurs Network, Website
The Singapore Business and Professional Women’s Association (SBPWA) is one of Singapore’s oldest women’s networking groups. It brings women together across careers, professions, and industries to support each other’s growth and success.
Members get access to events, workshops, discounted partner event fees, and networking opportunities both locally and internationally. There are also listings in the business directory and event calendar, and mentoring opportunities for students and early-career women.
Whether you are building your career, exploring new directions, or growing a business, SBPWA offers a supportive network of women you can connect with.
Singapore Business And Professional Women’s Association, https://www.sbpwa.org/
PrimeTime is a women’s association in Singapore focused on professional growth, learning, and community. It has brought women together since 1997 and includes members from many nationalities and industries.
The group hosts networking events, speaker sessions, professional development opportunities, and community activities. Members can build new connections, learn from experienced professionals, and take part in discussions that help their careers and personal goals.
If you enjoy friendly, diverse gatherings and want to grow your network while learning from others, PrimeTime offers that space.
PrimeTime Business And Professional Women’s Association, contactus@primetime.org.sg, https://primetime.org.sg/
The Graduate Women Association Singapore (GWAS) supports women through education, networking and shared experience. It is part of a global network that promotes lifelong learning and the advancement of women across professions.
GWAS runs a Women Entrepreneur Group where members share knowledge, network, and collaborate. It also offers seminars, courses, and events that help women develop skills, build confidence, and connect in business and beyond.
If you want to meet women who want to learn together and support each other’s goals, GWAS brings together those interests in a welcoming community.
Graduate Women Association Singapore, info@gwas.org.sg, https://gwas.org.sg/
These Chambers of Commerce host a variety of business events throughout the year. You should take a look:
British Chamber of Commerce
Australian Chamber of Commerce
European Chamber of Commerce
American Chamber of Commerce
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