- Michael has been in the IT, Networking and Telecommunication industry for more than 25 years. - Michael had worked in established multi-national IT companies before journeying through the telecommunications industry. He built extensive experience in IP-based communications via Satellite & Wireless technologies, including taking a regional role representing a Manufacturer of wireless equipment for the Asian region. - Michael ventured into entrepreneurship in his early 30s and founded several IT-related businesses, expanding his business interest in the areas of Video Surveillance, Data Analytics and Wireless Communication solutions. - His other business interest were in the development of Enterprise Middleware Software Solutions and in the distribution of Computer Infrastructure security and anti-malware solutions. - Michael is currently an active promoter of the practical use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics for Smart & Safe city initiatives.- Michael believes in harvesting the potential of CCTV and IP Cameras, Video Analytics and AI to collect, generate, produce and analyze data to create insightful information for a more informed decision-making process.