I'm Jane Bay, a results-driven senior executive with over 15 years of regional experience in business development and sales leadership. I thrive on turning market insights into growth, building lasting partnerships, and launching new products across Asia. I’m entrepreneurial by nature, agile in execution, and solution-oriented in attitude, with a track record of driving revenue and shaping strategic direction. Beyond my day job, I pursue a personal passion project focused on Active Aging. Through my Ageisano site and YouTube channel, I share my journey and challenge outdated stereotypes about seniors, while continuously learning and growing along the way.

Jane Bay

I'm Jane Bay, a results-driven senior executive with over 15 years of regional experience in business development and sales leadership. I thrive on turning market insights into growth, building lasting partnerships, and launching new products across Asia. I’m entrepreneurial by nature, agile in execution, and solution-oriented in attitude, with a track record of driving revenue and shaping strategic direction. Beyond my day job, I pursue a personal passion project focused on Active Aging. Through my Ageisano site and YouTube channel, I share my journey and challenge outdated stereotypes about seniors, while continuously learning and growing along the way.

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I’m Jane Bay, a results-driven senior executive with over 15 years of regional experience in business development and sales leadership. I thrive on turning market insights into growth, building lasting partnerships, and launching new products across Asia. I’m entrepreneurial by nature, agile in execution, and solution-oriented in attitude, with a track record of driving revenue and shaping strategic direction.

Beyond my day job, I pursue a personal passion project focused on Active Aging. Through my Ageisano site and YouTube channel, I share my journey and challenge outdated stereotypes about seniors, while continuously learning and growing along the way.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Founder & Blogger at Ageisano.com
August 1, 2023 - Present
Launched Ageisano to share my personal journey in Active Aging and highlight the vibrant, healthy 50+ community often underrepresented in media. Write on holistic healthspan topics and experiment with AI tools to explore new ideas and inspire others to age well.
Client Partner, APAC at Shuttlerock
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Expanded public-sector accounts in Singapore, opened new verticals in emerging tech, and delivered creative campaigns aligned with client goals.
Business Development Director at Asia City Media Group
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Led crisis management during COVID, ensuring zero client churn and reducing OPEX by ~30%. Launched a premium restaurant delivery platform and secured Mastercard APEC projects.
Forum Director at Alpha Capital
January 1, 2022 - Present
Curated and managed the Business & Philanthropy Forum and Grit & Pitch Day, engaging 31 founders and securing VC/GP participation.
Head of BD Partnerships (UHNW) at American Express
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013
Managed partnerships with top private banks and coordinated compliance for seamless Platinum/Centurion launches.
Senior Manager at BlackBerry
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Drove Vietnam market re-entry via Viettel, achieving 30% growth in the first month.
BLOGGER at Ageisano Site and YouTube Channel
August 1, 2023 - Present
Launched a personal passion project on Active Aging, sharing my journey and perspectives to debunk dated perceptions of seniors while documenting learnings and insights from ongoing exploration.
FORUM DIRECTOR at Alpha Capital Pte Ltd
September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022
Drove and managed the 2022 Business & Philanthropy Forum; built and launched the Grit and Pitch Day program; curated the investor and founder lineup; coordinated vendors and guest panels to ensure a successful event.
MANAGING DIRECTOR at Singapore Pte Ltd
June 1, 2016 - May 31, 2019
Restructured a print-heavy legacy business into a dynamic digital company; oversaw sale and transition to new owner; launched digital products (video, social media assets) and monetized them; reduced expenses by 30% through staff optimization and vendor negotiations.
DIRECTOR OF ADVOCACY at Impact Investment Shujog Limited
November 1, 2013 - August 31, 2014
Led sponsorship pitches and managed donor relationships (e.g., Rockefeller Foundation, DBS Bank); managed media relationships with Channel NewsAsia and Bloomberg; coordinated a network of international advocates across Asia, the US, and Europe.
HEAD OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIPS at American Express Int'l. Inc
March 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013
Engaged Team Heads and Senior Relationship Managers for Ultra High Net Worth card acquisitions; managed onboarding and commercial terms with partner banks; collaborated with marketing on launches and ongoing engagement; conducted due diligence with Risk and Compliance.
GENERAL MANAGER at Shanghai, Co Ltd
December 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008
Led Shanghai operation, completed a 360-degree business review, integrated acquired operations, and served on ACMG Board of CMML; managed downsizing during the financial crisis and oversaw eventual closure.

Education

Graduate Diploma, Hotel Management at SHATEC / École hôtelière de Lausanne
January 11, 2030 - December 3, 2025
Certified - Creative Strategy Professional at Meta
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Rise Program - Digital Sales and Marketing at Boston Consulting Group
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graduate Diploma, Hotel Management at SHATEC Singapore (in conjunction with E'cole de Lausanne)
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1991

Qualifications

Meta Certified - Creative Strategy Professional
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Rise Program Certification - Digital Sales and Marketing
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Graduate Diploma, Hotel Management
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1991

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education