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Instantly recognisable in her signature pink hair, Riley Goh lights up the room with her unapologetic bluntness—you’re either ready for it or you aren’t.
And while her age might suggest she’s still early in her journey, the wisdom in her words quickly tells a different story.
Riley cuts straight to the heart of things, whether through conversation, in a room full of strangers, or in the work she builds every day.
That combination of heart and no-nonsense thinking carries into everything she does.
Riley is the founder of The Lighthouse Academia, an accredited training provider offering HRD Corp–claimable and UTAP-supported programmes across Southeast Asia.
Her work helps trainers and organisations move from being invisible and inconsistent to becoming seen, trusted, and in-demand, without burnout, tech overwhelm, or losing themselves in the process.
Recognised as Singapore’s youngest trainer at just 15, Riley has spent over a decade teaching and facilitating. A former pilot, she brings discipline and clarity into her work while remaining grounded in empathy, integrity, and lived experience.
She is also the author of Becoming Riley, a deeply personal reflection on growth, courage, and choosing authenticity.
🌻 How do you set the vibe for your day?
Honestly, I usually don’t “set a vibe.” I focus on getting enough sleep and giving myself a slower start.
My earliest meetings are around 10am, and I ease into the day. If I need to be in the office, I go. If I don’t, I allow myself to slow down. That flexibility keeps me grounded.
🛋️ How do you relax?
I take a lot of naps—especially afternoon naps. Being in my own space, in my own zone, is surprisingly relaxing for me.
Sometimes it’s just about being present, not necessarily doing anything. Finding my own rhythm and listening to it is important. Having the privilege to do that is why I love entrepreneurship.
💼 How would you describe your work to someone outside your field?
I teach teachers. I train trainers.
More importantly, I stand strongly for being a practitioner. I can’t stand fake teaching—people who teach things they’ve never actually done. Walking the path matters to me.
💡 One habit or mindset that has helped you grow as a trainer and entrepreneur?
Walking the talk.
It’s not easy, but it’s something I live by. Integrity shows—especially in this industry.
👩🏫 What advice would you give someone who wants to teach or coach professionally but feels unsure where to start?
Showcase your work.
We live in an age where social media is accessible—use it. Not just on paper, but through video, motion, and real-life application. Motion matters. People need to see you in action.
🌈 One lesson you hope others take away from Becoming Riley?
You’re not alone.
And your inner voice—your thoughts—are just that: thoughts. A thought is a thought. A feeling is a feeling. You have to train the muscle to recognise the difference and sometimes set it aside.
🤝 Do you enjoy networking?
I used to, when I had no leads.
Once I mastered empathetic selling and learned how to generate leads through ads and systems, networking became more draining. It takes energy from me, especially in loud or crowded settings.
🌐 Best encounter at a networking event?
Meeting people who became friends for life—especially girlfriends who unexpectedly change you. Those connections are rare, organic, and deeply meaningful.
💖 What’s your favourite thing about Mole?
Witnessing the journey.
From the very first I Hate Networking event to where they are today—how the team expanded, evolved, and became so dynamic. And of course, the people.
🎧 What are you listening to now?
My inner thoughts.
Processing them—and more importantly, executing on them.
🍪 Favourite snack or dessert?
Cookies. Matcha. Coco.
Both literally and figuratively—as a marketer, they’ve become a methodology. I love Thai food too, and food in general. I don’t snack much, but I enjoy a good meal.
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In an industry crowded with credentials, Riley stands for something quieter—and harder: doing the work, then teaching from it.
She believes trainers should be seen not because they’re loud, but because they’re credible. That selling doesn’t have to feel extractive to be effective. And that systems exist to support people—not exhaust them.
Whether she’s helping organisations unlock funded training, guiding trainers to step into visibility, or building communities rooted in trust, Riley’s work is grounded in practice, empathy, and integrity.
She doesn’t promise shortcuts.
She builds pathways.
Riley is someone worth knowing if you care about genuine expertise and real results.
You should network with Riley if you are:
- A trainer or coach
- Looking to be seen, trusted, and booked
- An organisation seeking to accredit, fund, or scale programmes
- A practitioner who values empathetic selling
- Integrity and action matter to you
- Someone building communities, programmes, or systems that last
Riley values depth over noise, and conversations that lead to action.
If that sounds like you, she’s someone worth having in your network.
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