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Other Roles & Appointments: Writer & Mental Toughness Coach

Overview: Inspirational speaker, financial consultant, and writer who survived three near-death experiences and now empowers others through resilience, financial planning, and positive living.

Industry: Financial Advisory, Personal Development & Motivational Speaking

Professional Experience: Alvn has experience in financial advisory, public speaking, motivational coaching, writing, and community engagement. He is also an award-winning financial adviser representing Prudential Singapore through DPG Group.

About him: Alvn Phua is a Singapore-based financial consultant, speaker, and writer whose life was profoundly shaped by surviving three near-death experiences. Rather than allowing hardship to defeat him, he chose to use his experiences to inspire others to appreciate life, remain resilient, and plan for a more secure future.

Beyond motivational speaking, Alvn also helps individuals and families make informed financial decisions with confidence, especially during uncertain times. His journey combines emotional resilience with practical financial guidance, allowing him to connect deeply with people from different walks of life.

Turning point: The biggest turning points in Alvn’s life were the three near-death experiences that completely transformed his perspective on life, purpose, and relationships. These experiences gave him a stronger appreciation for health, time, and meaningful living. They also inspired him to share his story publicly through speaking, writing, and coaching, while helping others build both emotional resilience and financial preparedness for life’s uncertainties.

What he does now: Today, Alvn works as a financial consultant while actively speaking and writing about resilience, gratitude, and personal growth. He also serves as a mental toughness coach and shares motivational content through his social media platforms. In addition, he authored the book I Am Lucky! I Nearly Died 3 Times, where he reflects on his life experiences and lessons learned from overcoming adversity.

SGVisionaries interview: Meet Alvn Phua: Speaker And Writer, Who Almost Died 3 Times

LinkedIn profile: Alvn Phua LinkedIn profile

Website: Alvn Phua Instagram