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I am an accomplished and creative senior manager with over 15 years of regional business development and sales experience. I’ve built and launched products in new markets across Asia, driven by agility, entrepreneurship, and a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
Since 2023, I’ve been building Ageisano, a personal project about Active Aging, including a site and YouTube channel. My goal is to share my journey and debunk outdated stereotypes about Seniors, while continuing to lead high-impact partnerships, programs, and teams.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
BLOGGER at Ageisano Site and YouTube Channel
August 1, 2023 - PresentLaunched 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.
Founder & Blogger at Ageisano.com
August 1, 2023 - PresentLaunched 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.
FORUM DIRECTOR at Alpha Capital Pte Ltd
September 1, 2022 - November 30, 2022Drove 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.
Forum Director at Alpha Capital
January 1, 2022 - PresentCurated and managed the Business & Philanthropy Forum and Grit & Pitch Day, engaging 31 founders and securing VC/GP participation.
Client Partner, APAC at Shuttlerock
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022Expanded 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, 2020Led crisis management during COVID, ensuring zero client churn and reducing OPEX by ~30%. Launched a premium restaurant delivery platform and secured Mastercard APEC projects.
MANAGING DIRECTOR at Singapore Pte Ltd
June 1, 2016 - May 31, 2019Restructured 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, 2014Led 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 International Inc
March 1, 2012 - July 1, 2013Engaged Team Heads and Senior Relationship Managers to drive Ultra High Net Worth card acquisitions; managed onboarding with partner banks; collaborated with marketing and conducted due diligence with Risk & Compliance.
HEAD OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIPS at American Express Int'l. Inc
March 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013Engaged 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.
Head of BD Partnerships (UHNW) at American Express
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2013Managed partnerships with top private banks and coordinated compliance for seamless Platinum/Centurion launches.
Senior Manager at BlackBerry
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Drove Vietnam market re-entry via Viettel, achieving 30% growth in the first month.
GENERAL MANAGER at Shanghai, Co Ltd
December 1, 2007 - December 31, 2008Led 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, 2025Certified - Creative Strategy Professional at Meta
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Rise Program - Digital Sales and Marketing at Boston Consulting Group
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Graduate Diploma, Hotel Management at SHATEC Singapore (in conjunction with E'cole de Lausanne)
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1991Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management at SHATEC Singapore in conjunction with E'cole de Lausanne
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1991Meta Certified - Creative Strategy Professional at Meta Certification
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Rise Program Certification - Digital Sales and Marketing at Boston Consulting Group Rise Program
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Qualifications
Meta Certified - Creative Strategy Professional
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Rise Program Certification - Digital Sales and Marketing
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021Graduate Diploma, Hotel Management
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1991Meta Certified - Creative Strategy Professional
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Rise Program Certification - Digital Sales and Marketing
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education, Software & Internet
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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