Head

• Jul 2018 - Present

I took over as the Head of Learning Horizon Pte Ltd (a part of the Busybees group) after my startup, the Enrichment Ark Pte Ltd, was acquired by Busybees Asia.As part of my job role, I- Develop and implement operational policies and a strategic plan that is aligned to the parent company of Busybees Asia.- Act as the primary spokesperson for the company.- Develop the company’s culture and overall company vision.- Analyse and advise in recruiting new staff members in… I took over as the Head of Learning Horizon Pte Ltd (a part of the Busybees group) after my startup, the Enrichment Ark Pte Ltd, was acquired by Busybees Asia.As part of my job role, I- Develop and implement operational policies and a strategic plan that is aligned to the parent company of Busybees Asia.- Act as the primary spokesperson for the company.- Develop the company’s culture and overall company vision.- Analyse and advise in recruiting new staff members in strategic areas of needs.- Create an environment that promotes great performance and positive morale.- Oversee the company’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and auditing.- Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.- Work with the senior stakeholders in the parent company, CEO, CFO, COO, to determine values and mission, and plan for short and long term goals.- Identify and address problems and opportunities for the company.- Build alliances and partnerships with other organizations.- Oversee day-to-day operation of the company.My achievements in 2019 are- Exceeding financial revenue target by 8% and EBITDA target by 1%.- Developing 15% more products to expand revenue stream. - expanding client base by 18%, 15% from new revenue streams outside Singapore. My achievements in 2018 include:- Exceeding financial targets by 29% for EBITDA and 9% for revenue- 100% retention of key staff members- Creating 20% more business products and services- Expanding company client base by 9%- Trademarking and establishment of IP for 25% of business products Show more Show less

Advisor

• Nov 2018 - Present

I work with STEM Academia in the following areas of responsibility:- Provide assistance in the research and development of business plans, marketing plans and related business development requirements.- Evaluate business proposals together with STEM Academia's financial and business status to assess viability of proposals.- Advise STEM Academia in micro and small business management practices, methods, and techniques.- Advise in the development, promotion, coordination, and… I work with STEM Academia in the following areas of responsibility:- Provide assistance in the research and development of business plans, marketing plans and related business development requirements.- Evaluate business proposals together with STEM Academia's financial and business status to assess viability of proposals.- Advise STEM Academia in micro and small business management practices, methods, and techniques.- Advise in the development, promotion, coordination, and delivery of business management training programs and workshops.- Advise in efforts to build relationships with partners to establish and develop business opportunities.- Monitor, analyse and advise on operational activities and effectiveness of results. Show more Show less

Head trainer (STEAM)

• Sep 2018 - Present

Co-Founder & Chief Academic Officer

• Apr 2017 - Dec 2018

I co-founded the Enrichment Ark with the goal of providing technological learning and 21st century skills to future-proof students. Looking around the enrichment market segment, we observe many companies with interesting programs, but we find it difficult to see how those programs translate beyond rote following of instructions. In the Enrichment Ark, we designed our programs to:- allow children to inculcate the following 6 future skills (using the Microsoft SRI 21CLD… I co-founded the Enrichment Ark with the goal of providing technological learning and 21st century skills to future-proof students. Looking around the enrichment market segment, we observe many companies with interesting programs, but we find it difficult to see how those programs translate beyond rote following of instructions. In the Enrichment Ark, we designed our programs to:- allow children to inculcate the following 6 future skills (using the Microsoft SRI 21CLD framework)1) Collaboration2) Independent Knowledge Construction3) Use of Technology for Independent Learning4) Real World Problem-solving and Innovation5) Self Regulation6) Skilled CommunicationThe programs designed were successful that the Enrichment Ark was acquired by BusyBees Asia in April 2018.My achievements for the Enrichment Ark include:- Developing the company’s culture and overall company vision of providing an effective future skills education to K-12 and adults (Continual professional development)- Managing strategically the company's direction to enable financially profitability in 3 months from opening.- Creating business opportunities with diverse clients and partners (international schools, preschools, Ministry of Education schools, overseas schools in Shanghai and Japan) - Setting an environment that promotes great performance and positive morale (Financial profitability, profit margin of 34% annualized, 100% retention of essential staff roles)- Overseeing the company’s fiscal activity, including budgeting, reporting, and managing audits. - Ensuring all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.- Identifying and addressing problems and opportunities for the company.- Overseeing day-to-day operation of the company, in particular the brand quality markers in all the educational programs ad services. Show more Show less

Curriculum EdTech Advisor (Start-up Team)

• Jun 2016 - Sep 2018

As the Curriculum and Edutech advisor, I work closely with the CEO on the following:- source and review enrichment curriculum that focus on future skills development in students- source, integrate and review the use of edutech platforms with enrichment curriculum- report to PE shareholder on curriculum and edutech progress

Curriculum Adviser (Start-up team)

• Nov 2017 - Mar 2018

As a curriculum adviser, I- oversee the development of diverse curriculum programs in alignment with the curriculum objectives of the company- advise on viability of program activities and make suggestions for improvement in appropriate areas- review and improve on the use of edutech platforms to deliver a seamless and engaging lesson for students

Deputy Chief Academic Officer (Start-up Team)

• May 2015 - Apr 2017

- Coordinating the diverse curriculum offered at the Keys Academy (including Academic STEM subjects, Future skills enrichment and College admissions)- Aligning teaching pedagogy and assessment to the education philosophy at the Keys Academy- Strategic management of the organisation's performance via the Balanced Scorecard approach- Strategic monitoring of both Academic and Non-academic Key Performance Indicators- Academic finance and resource management- Facilitated parents… - Coordinating the diverse curriculum offered at the Keys Academy (including Academic STEM subjects, Future skills enrichment and College admissions)- Aligning teaching pedagogy and assessment to the education philosophy at the Keys Academy- Strategic management of the organisation's performance via the Balanced Scorecard approach- Strategic monitoring of both Academic and Non-academic Key Performance Indicators- Academic finance and resource management- Facilitated parents workshops on "Navigating the Singapore education System", "Preparing for Secondary School".- Designed courses on leadership, based on the experiential model of externships with SMEs in Singapore. 4 courses designed including "Basic Leadership for Students", "Fundamentals of Good Leadership", "Delegating for Success" and "Change Management".- Led workshops and classes on "Student leadership in schools", "Financial Technical Analysis for students", "Marketing for students", "Events management for students", "Website Design Process" and Philosophy in Artificial Intelligence".- 31 Aug 2016: Spoke on "Designing technology-based Curriculum" with ISA, Japan.- 1 Dec 2016: Spoke on "STEM and 21st Century skills in Education" at the Japanese School Singapore.- 19 Dec 2016: Spoke on "STEM and its relevance in pre-school education" with Poppins Group, Japan.- 11 Feb 2017: Spoke on "Artificial Intelligence and the Future for our Students" at the 2017 Global Annual Leaders' Summit, Abu Dhabi.- 12 Feb 2017: Conducted educator workshop on "Incorporating Technology use in 21st century curriculum: An Educator's How-to Guide" at GIIS Abu Dhabi. Show more Show less

Head of Department

• Jan 2013 - Present

Head of Department (Humanities)

• Jan 2008 - Present

Subject Head (Geography)

• Jan 2006 - Dec 2007

Subject Head (ICT / R&D)

• Jan 2005 - Dec 2005

Teacher (Geography / English)

• May 2001 - Present