Tyres and treasure: Stamford Tyres' Dawn Wee talks about the soul of business

Some businesses are built on strategy. Legacies, however, are built on something deeper. In this episode of Lens on Singapore, Claressa Monteiro sits down with Dawn Wee, executive chairman of Stamford Tyres, to reflect on the lessons learnt from building a family business of four decades, and why purpose lies at the heart of every enduring company. She also shares her personal journey building resilience through grief, and the role a charitable initiative has played in helping her find healing and meaning. Highlights of the conversation:  03:06 Going ‘all in’ for the business 07:06 The founding of The Discovery Shop 10:16 Navigating business and personal challenges  12:23 Her approach to modern leadership --- Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. We’ll look into it for future episodes. --- Written and presented by: Claressa Monteiro ([email protected]) With Dawn Wee, executive chairman, Stamford Tyres Executive producer: Claressa Monteiro Producer: Nicole Teo Coordinating producer: Chai Pei Chieh Video production: Studio +65 A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow Lens On and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btlenson Amazon: bt.sg/lensam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/lensap Spotify: bt.sg/lenssp YouTube Music: bt.sg/lensyt Website: bt.sg/lenson Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Market Focus at: bt.sg/btmktfocus BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.