What happens when a university student takes the plunge—literally—into uncharted waters? When Ryan took on the challenge of leading a team to build Singapore’s first human-powered submarine, MAKO, he never imagined that it would change the course of his life.

From navigating team conflicts to the intense pressure of an international competition, Ryan shares what leadership means to him, and how his passion for innovation reshaped his future.

This video was done in collaboration with the Singapore Maritime Foundation.

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