Matin is presently the Head of Public Policy, Government, and Corporate Affairs for Expedia Group in Southeast Asia and South Asia. In this role, he provides strategic counsel on tech policy topics, and works closely with the public sector to support legislative developments at the nexus of travel and technology. His previous experience includes a stint in public service with the Singapore Tourism Board, and a tenure at the technology company, Grab, as its Deputy Director for Public Affairs and Policy. He was also seconded to the Tech for Good Institute to be part of the founding team as its Strategy Director. Matin is an ASEAN Youth Fellow, Singapore Global Leaders Network 2025 Fellow, and a Board member of several local charities and committees in Singapore.

Sharmishta is a proud global Singaporean who was raised across the Middle East, North America, Europe, South and Southeast Asia. An experienced corporate strategy and public policy professional, she considers herself a chameleon of sorts, ultimately committed to empowering communities through education and strengthening public-private cooperation. Prior to her current role as a strategy consultant at EY-Parthenon, Sharmishta served in the Government of Singapore as well as worked at organisations committed to public impact such as the World Economic Forum, Asian Development Bank and the United Nations. 

An active youth leader, Sharmishta serves as Head of the SINDA Youth Club's Young Adults Community and holds several other leadership appointments in Singapore-based and global organizations. 

This role involves the development and execution of our digital and content strategy to ensure that the work of School of Day 1 gets socialised and promoted amongst the youth community through owned and partner channels. Individuals who have an eye for creativity and are deeply passionate about all things, brand, marketing, content, and social media are invited to apply!