[SIG] From Culinary Concepts to Food Innovation: A Workplace Learning in Food Science
*The fee is inclusive of prevailing GST and subject to changes.
This session is held on 7 Nov, 2pm - 5pm. Registration will close on 31 Oct, 2359hrs.
This session will be conducted face-to-face at Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP). More details on participating in the session will be send to the confirmed registrants.
What Is The Session About?
Find out how NYP fosters a culture of innovation, guiding development through feedback and iteration. You will also have the opportunity to:
• Tour NYP’s food development labs and see the scientific processes used to refine prototypes.
• Observe consumer sensory evaluations to understand how NYP collects data on taste, texture, and aroma using professional booths and controlled methods.
Join us to discover how NYP transforms challenges into business opportunities in the food industry.
What Does The Session Cover?
Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to identify the journey of turning food ideas into market-ready products through NYP’s innovation process and industry collaboration.


Who Is It Suitable For?
- Adult Education: Individuals who are involved in learning design, curriculum development, learning facilitation, assessment of learning competence, learning technology integration and/or providing consultancy and advisory services to drive business performance.
- Learning Management: Individuals who are involved in management and support of learning programmes, systems and technology management and implementation, quality assurance of learning programmes and/or driving business development.
- Human Capital Development (HCD): Individuals who are in-company L&D staff who are involved in building employee capabilities to support business needs.
- Others: Workplace Learning Consultants
Course Funding and Policies
The session is complimentary for AEN members. With the launch of the new Training and Adult Educator Professional Pathway (TAEPP) on 1 April 2026, the Adult Education Network (AEN) will no longer be accepting new registrations or renewals. If you require assistance with registering for the session, please contact us at [email protected].
About The Speaker

Cynthia Lau (Ms)
Cynthia Lau is best known for her ability to design and deliver engaging, results focused and practical learning experiences. As an independent consultant since 2012, she has been involved in a broad spectrum of learning and development projects with both public and private sector organisations in Singapore and internationally. Since 2007, Cynthia has been actively involved in the training of trainers and consultants in the facilitation process and curriculum design skills. Besides training and development, she also work with organisations to develop their innovation capacity and coach individuals transitioning through their career and life changes.

Clare Poon (Ms)
Ms Clare Poon is a seasoned Learning and Development professional with two decades of expertise. She excels in training, facilitation, curriculum development, workplace learning consultancy and career counselling. Her passion lies in empowering individuals and organisations and inspiring growth by nurturing capabilities. Her diverse clientale from healthcare, retail, environmental services, social services, and manufacturing attests to her adaptability. Clare's collaborative approach and wealth of experience make her a trusted guide, fostering innovation and excellence in the ever-evolving landscape of professional growth.

Stewart Tan (Mr)
