I am an experienced independent and executive director of private companies, not-for-profit organisations and professional associations in the APAC region and UK, a Senior Accredited Director with the Singapore Institute of Directors and a verified mentor for experienced and emerging leaders. I try to work and lead by the principles of generous leadership – sharing experience and knowledge, trusting while verifying, listening while remaining independent, and being accountable for my decisions.
Walk The Talk.
Never Stop Exploring.
I have always valued independence and ‘mastery of my own destiny’, and find the road less travelled to be the most interesting! My thirty year professional journey has been defined by an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to explore new ideas, places, cultures and experiences professionally and personally. During the past 20 years living and working in Asia as an owner, leader, director and adviser, I have navigated dynamic Western and Asian business environments, learning to balance risk, innovation, efficiency, and flexibility.
The Buck Stops Here.
I have built and led profitable professional services firms, managing business development, brand and reputation, legal, compliance, risk and people and culture. Every business returned annual double digit profit on net revenue when established, largely because I built teams of great people within a respectful, flexible and accountable culture. Earning B-Corp Certification in one of my businesses validates these high standards of performance, accountability, and transparency in environmental, social, and governance aspects.
Use a Different Lens.
I have decades of business consulting experience for Fortune 500 and multinational Clients in banking and financial services, pharmaceutical, technology and diversified operations. My experience with a range of business and strategic planning models and ability to probe deeper into business problems, respectfully challenge assumptions and consider new perspectives and alternative options helps my clients make better decisions that respond and adapt to an uncertain and complex competitive environment.
Be Open to Change.
I work with firms that share my commitment to building resilience and transforming challenges into opportunities in a way that does not compromise principles for profit. I emphasise collaboration, critical and reflective thinking, evidence-based decision-making, and adaptive strategies that enable flex and change. Sitting in the drivers’ seat has taught me to remain open and adaptable to change. If the challenges ahead of you feel unclear, complex, or inconsistent – I’d welcome a conversation.