Senior commercial client leader who turns complex business problems into brand, creative, and growth opportunities. I lead brand transformation, client relationships, new business, and multi-market teams—often in complex environments where clear thinking and good judgement matter.

HAMBAL Y SENIN

Senior commercial client leader who turns complex business problems into brand, creative, and growth opportunities. I lead brand transformation, client relationships, new business, and multi-market teams—often in complex environments where clear thinking and good judgement matter.

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September 30, 2026

Senior commercial client leader who turns complex business problems into brand, creative, and growth opportunities. I lead brand transformation, client relationships, new business, and multi-market teams—often in complex environments where clear thinking and good judgement matter.

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Work Experience

Client Partner at Elmwood, Singapore
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2026
Co-led the agency’s consumer practice and delivered S$4M FY2025/26 revenue amid economic headwinds; developed and mentored a five-strong team (AE to AD) to strengthen commercial capability and senior client relationships. Led transformative brand renovations and large-scale market repositioning for legacy MNC portfolios, sustaining brand relevance and long-term asset value under shifting economic pressures. Pioneered a performance-based joint-venture model with an MNC venture unit to accelerate go-to-market execution in a new consumer category. Built and operationalised an agile multi-agency delivery model integrating AI-led brand design workflows to cut launch timelines to four months; codified this as the agency’s lean playbook to streamline delivery, optimise resources and improve margin efficiency.
Brand Consultant at Freelance
June 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Provided brand strategy, client servicing and business development support through long-term contracts to agencies including Bulletproof Singapore and Elmwood Singapore.
Senior Client Director at Elmwood (formerly Holmes & Marchant)
November 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Scaled a pillar client from $2.2M to $2.7M (FY20–22), expanding remit from packaging into phygital brand worlds across POS, OOH, and multi-sensory retail experiences. Led high-impact cross-agency collaborations across a complex matrix spanning data science, advertising, and digital/influencer marketing to unlock integrated solutions and expand client value.
Brand Leader at LPK Asia Pte Ltd (Libby Perzyck Kathman)
June 1, 2016 - August 1, 2019
Led strategic regional growth for the Femcare portfolio across Asia with a focus on Greater China, growing revenue from US$830K to US$1.24M (FY15/16–17/18). Originated, structured, and won high-value tenders and RFQs for major CPG and retail groups including Dairy Farm Group, Nestlé, and Beiersdorf—navigating complex multi-market stakeholder environments.
Brand Strategist at Cowan Asia Pty Ltd
January 1, 2016 - March 1, 2016
Provided brand creative strategy and new business support for CPG brands across beauty, food, beverage, and tobacco categories.
Client Director at PIGlobal Pte Ltd, Singapore
January 1, 2014 - November 1, 2015
Engineered an efficient workflow across lean Singapore–Mumbai–London studios, leveraging time zones to accelerate delivery, create operational headroom, and support agency reputation-building and new business growth. Led competitive pitches to secure anchor accounts, winning Unilever’s Oral Care portfolio and establishing the agency as a strategic personal care partner across Asia and LATAM.
Production and Client Lead at Brand New Media
January 1, 2013 - November 1, 2014
Forged strategic partnerships with StarHub, FairPrice, and the Health Promotion Board to launch digital IPTV channels. Led technology integration and end-to-end content strategy across acquisition and original programming.
Creative Producer (Freelance) at Freelance
May 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010
Partnered with global consumer brands including Red Bull, Nike and Canon to develop high-impact storytelling and factual content, earning repeat commissions and festival nods.
Creative Brand Strategist at Design Bridge (London & Singapore)
May 1, 2008 - June 1, 2010
Led corporate audits, market research, and portfolio opportunity mapping to shape comprehensive design identity systems and unlock product extensions for premium consumer groups.
Creative Planner at Clownfish Marketing
November 1, 2005 - March 1, 2008
Designed a community platform that shifted InterfaceFLOR from tactical campaigns to long-term brand equity by connecting architects, designers, influencers, and consumers through tiered membership, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing. Strengthened leadership in sustainable built environments. Reimagined Silverjet’s sustainability-led service platform, integrating fuel-efficient operations, farm-to-tray dining, and low-emission touchpoints into a seamless premium door-to-door experience.

Education

Postgraduate Certification (Psychotherapy & Counselling) at College for Allied Educators
January 1, 2021 - September 1, 2027
BA (1st Class with Honours) Digital Screen Arts at University for the Creative Arts
September 1, 2006 - June 30, 2006
Diploma in Multimedia at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
July 1, 1998 - June 28, 2002

Qualifications

MiniMBA Marketing
January 1, 2021 - August 20, 2021

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services, Education