At last year's conference (from l-r) A great turnout at the inaugural Invent SG conference, DesignSingapore Council's booth at ISG '08 exhibition, Dr. Ting Choon Meng addressing the delegates.

Invent Singapore is a convention like no other, where innovators, inventors and the business community come together to exchange ideas, learn about the process of invention and create partnerships. Invent Singapore '08 was first held 16th August 2008 at the Pan Pacific Hotel.

This inaugural event was organised by Fellowship of Inventors (FOI) and its mission was to spread the awareness of the organisation and its higher purpose. FOI hopes to create an active eco-system of invention and innovation that helps drive ideas to successful fruition. FOI will aid in commercialising ideas systematically with the help of experts from various fields. Invent Singapore '08 was an introduction of FOI to the public. The event was a breakthrough itself – no other gathering has had the same ‘no holds barred’ approach to supporting local innovation. With a formidable programme headed by a panel of dynamic speakers, Invent Singapore saw a turnout of over 400 people. The attendees included business owners, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists and other corporate groups. Invent Singapore events look set to be a dynamic brand that will create a buzz in the industry and ultimately drive the spirit of innovation within the larger community.