Responsible for leading product teams in the Data and AI Platforms program providing Reusable AI Services serving all government ministries and agencies in the Singapore, and AI Engines of key AI-enabled central products in GovTech. The product teams I lead are those pertain to use of AI for both Text and or Speech.

GovTech’s vision for a digital-first Singapore is one where a Digital Government, Digital Economy and Digital Society harness technology to effect transformation in health, transport, urban living, government services and businesses.As Assistant Director, Data Science and AI Division, I have the opportunity of being at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence and data science into the fabric of government operations and public services. My role involves strategic planning and execution of initiatives that leverage data analytics and AI to improve efficiency, drive innovation, and enhance the quality of life for citizens.Highlights:• Championed the mission for Generative AI, to drive breakthroughs in public sector AI applications, enhancing predictive analytics and decision-making processes.• Collaborated closely with industry leaders to promote Generative AI capabilities, drivingpublic-private partnerships to support establishing Singapore as a leader in AI innovation.• Collaborated with policy owners to enhance and implement frameworks and policies forethical AI use in government operations, ensuring responsible and transparent AI practices.• Led annual strategic planning sessions, aligning AI initiatives with national objectives and setting a roadmap for future technological advancements.Duties:• Formulate and support the strategic direction for the integration of AI and data science in government services and public sector projects.• Collaborate with various government agencies to identify opportunities for AI and data analytics applications, ensuring alignment with national priorities.• Work with a multidisciplinary team of data scientists, AI specialists, and strategists,fostering an environment of innovation and continuous learning.• Engage with industry experts, academics, and international bodies to stay abreast of the latest trends and developments in AI and data science.

Spaceship B2B is growth-stage start-up serving the needs of early to growth-stage ecommerce start-ups. It provides technology-enabled co-warehousing, co-working, logistics, fulfilment, and storage services. It also develops digital applications to address the pain points of small to mid-sized ecommerce entrepreneurs.As VP, Product and Operations, I was charged with the task of building the company for scalability and accelerated growth, with a key focus on growing our eCommerce fulfillment business and the value of our digital products exponentially. Along with this, I haveresponsibility over all product and service development, and operations of the company.Highlights:• Integrated a new SaaS Warehouse Management System for the company involving the complex use of GraphQL APIs• Revamped operational processes and infrastructure management to maximize of theuse of the newly integrated system• Developed a new logistics tracking application to improve efficiency and accuracy of ground operations• Developed innovative new ecommerce applications and features to support order management and fulfilment activities of sellers across multiple platforms – Lazada, Shopee, Shopify, involving the use of Rest APIs, Webhooks, and Web Sockets from the open platforms of the respective marketplacesDuties:• Manage product and development teams in Singapore and Bangladesh• Allocate resources across both teams for product development projects• Determine product roadmap for the company• Manage the operations team

AMOS Group Limited is publicly listed leading player in the marine and offshore supplies industry. Its roots are in Singapore, but it has a global presence in Asia, Middle East, and Europe. Alcona is AMOS Group’s house brand of marine supplies covering a wide range of products from PPE to industrial supplies and appliances. Highlights: • Applied Lean techniques to our supply chain to significantly reduce inventory, yet increase availability and customization for customers • Revamped ecommerce channel to better fit market requirements and business capabilities • Drove development of an expanded product range resulting in 50% YoY revenue growth • Expanded growth channels by allowing purchases of our products directly onboard vessels • Leveraged technology to better match customer needs through the use of a recommendations engine based on historical sales Duties: • Brand owner responsible for profit and loss of all Alcona products globally

Airport, Airport Investments, and Travel and Aviation-related Businesses. Singapore-based. Changi Airport Group operates Changi airport in Singapore and various travel and aviation-related businesses. It also invests into and manages airports around the world. Highlights: • Commissioned by the Group CEO and CFO to conduct an independent post-implementation review of Changi airport’s Fast and Seamless Travel initiative (FAST), the novel concept of operations and system powering the airport’s state-of-the-art billion dollar Terminal 4; the review was commended by the GCFO, with significant insights presented to Airport Management for improvements required for scaling up FAST implementation throughout the airport• Uncovered an untapped $3.5B opportunity for CAG based on tourism in Singapore to capture, secured buy-in from senior leadership, and led strategic digital programs to capture the opportunity • Member of CAG’s Digital innovation Group, pursuing digital and data-driven businesses and transformation for CAG – which included management-commissioned U.S. study trips to the HQs or flagship facilities of Facebook, Google, Amazon, Apple, Sephora, Microsoft, REI Coop, Disney Studios, Sprinklr, Accenture, Optimizely, Pivotal, and Starbucks to help CAG learn from the best in the industry • Led annual strategic planning for CAGDuties: • Drive corporate strategy and strategic planning in CAG • Be a sounding board to all divisions in CAG on business models, on strategic considerations and analyses, to help them make better decisions and increase performance • Lead strategic transformation projects

Real Estate Development, Hotels, Trade, Project Development. Myanmar-based. IFG ASIA, formerly known as Infra Group Asia, is a Singapore company which originates, develops, finances, operates, and advises on development projects in Myanmar directly or via its subsidiaries.During my term as Chief Executive Officer, I led a team of 20+ staff in Myanmar and was responsible for all of IFG’s Myanmar activities, and the profit and loss of the group. As part of turnaround efforts, I led the development of an 80-key boutique hotel in Kalaw, Shan State, Myanmar. I handled all aspects of the design and development of the hotel, including securing the hotel operator, regulatory permits, and getting the investment partners for the hotel. Highlights: • Led development of an 80-room hotel • Exited the cash-draining business of telecommunications tower construction • Consultants to a UKAID-funded infrastructure investment fund for the origination and investment into development projects in Myanmar; one notable project was the development of a large-scale community-based hybrid rice business • Reversed cashflow of the rice export business by managing credit-terms to make it effectively a line of business with negative working capital requirementsDuties: • Turnaround IFG Asia’s Myanmar operations • Decide on investment into and divestiture of IFG Asia’s businesses• Maximize returns on investment for shareholders• Secure new business opportunities for IFG Asia

Maritime Ports and Terminals. Singapore-based, Global Coverage and Travel. PSA International is the world's largest container terminal operator, with operations in Asia, Middle East, Europe and the Americas.Highlights: • Managed PSA’s global accounts – responsible for the accounts of 2 out of the 3 largest container shipping companies in the world • Convinced management to re-prioritize the importance of one of the major shipping lines, leading to subsequent deep collaborations and expansion of business with the line • Developed the commercial plan for PSA’s bid for the concession of a terminal in Jakarta – achieved the highest score in our commercial plan against all tenderers • Designed and set up the commercial team in Jakarta for PSA’s subsequent investment there; developed and executed the initial commercial strategy and deals for the terminal together with the team; the commercial strategy was developed in line with operational capacity considerations using a new method developed by myself of analysing the attractiveness of shipping line services in ports with competitive terminals Duties: • Build commercial capabilities, develop and execute commercial plans at new business units• Develop corporate-level commercial strategies and capabilities• Set up new commercial functions in PSA’s new entities• Formulate and review global contractual policies• Develop pre-bid commercial plans for investment prospects• Train middle-management in aspects of commercial strategy• Responsible for the global commercial intelligence function

Strategy Consulting. Singapore-based, Southeast Asian Coverage with Travel.Regions covered – Southeast AsiaProject locations – Singapore, IndonesiaIndustries – Resources, Telecommunications, Financial ServicesSelected projects: • Value realization for a USD $500M project at one of the largest diversified resources companies• Strategic planning and business unit strategy at one of the largest state-owned Indonesian banks• Market assessment, development, and launch of a new strategic service at large telecommunications firm• War-gaming for a large telecommunications firm • Study on the competitive dynamics of the Singapore petrochemicals industry.• Development of proprietary analytical tools and analyses to enhance Accenture’s capability to sell and deliver projects on international expansion

•Involved in the research in the state of corporate governance in Singapore to which, was to be used in business development for the Corporate Governance team in Aon.•Researched into the best practices of board governance to build the team's practice.

•Involved in the development of a new business acquisition strategy for the Asia Pacific region•Short-listed 20 potential clients to pitch for, based on significant research into the industry trends, advertising expenditure, expansion strategies, likely shifts in strategic focus, and their current relationship with the incumbent agency servicing them•Collaborated with the India office to handle the migration of the Asia Pacific intranet system into the Global agency network

• Involved in the conceptualization, planning and implementation of the start-up company• Managed and controlled the editorial work process to produce monthly issues which averaged a island-wide circulation of around 2000 per month• Worked closely with the Managing Director to position editorial content and select suitable advertisers • Managed a team of 3 editors