Finance Research & Conference Programming Intern
Social Refuel is an event management and experiential solutions company creating engaging experiences and original intellectual properties (IPs). We are developing a large-scale finance-focused conference, exhibition and experiential platform that connects financial knowledge, investing, entrepreneurship, fintech innovation and meaningful conversations.
Our audience includes first-time learners and investors, experienced investors, working professionals, students, entrepreneurs, startups, business owners and financial institutions.
Research finance, fintech, investing, financial markets, and financial services trends to identify relevant industry developments and opportunities.
Research comparable conferences and business events to understand programme formats, session themes, and industry participation.
Assist in developing conference themes, session ideas, programme tracks, and agenda structures.
Identify potential speakers, including investors, founders, financial experts, and industry leaders.
Research speaker backgrounds, professional experience, areas of expertise, and previous speaking engagements.
Maintain speaker databases, check availability for proposed event dates, and coordinate outreach, follow-ups, scheduling, and confirmation status.
Identify potential sponsors, knowledge partners, and industry partners across banking, fintech, financial services, investments, and related sectors.
Research relevant organisations, identify potential points of contact (POCs) and decision-makers, and maintain accurate contact databases.
Assist with sponsor and partner outreach, follow-ups, response tracking, and coordination.
Track industry developments and emerging opportunities that could contribute to the conference programme and partnerships.
Maintain research documents, speaker profiles, partner databases, programme trackers, deadlines, and follow-up records.
Record meeting notes, action items, and next steps to ensure timely follow-ups.
Coordinate with internal teams and leadership to keep research, programme planning, and partner outreach aligned.
Verify information using credible sources and prepare structured research for leadership review.
Proficiency in Google Sheets/Excel, PowerPoint/Google Slides, and online research tools.
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and organisational skills.
A genuine interest in finance, fintech, investing, and business events.
Prior internship or project experience in research, finance, business development, partnerships, or event management will be an added advantage.