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Top 10 NTU Singapore Alumni Leaders - 2024
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore, one of the world’s leading universities, has nurtured a wide range of leaders across diverse sectors. From government and technology to education, entrepreneurship, and social innovation, NTU alumni have consistently demonstrated their ability to shape industries and influence positive change. What makes NTU alumni unique is their global outlook, coupled with a foundation in deep research and practical learning, which enables them to thrive in an increasingly interconnected and rapidly evolving world. NTU Singapore’s ecosystem is specifically designed to promote leadership and entrepreneurship. With cutting-edge research facilities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a strong focus on innovation, students are equipped with the necessary tools to excel in their respective fields. The university’s emphasis on nurturing creativity, problem-solving, and leadership skills has resulted in a significant number of alumni emerging as key leaders in both public and private sectors.
NTU’s various leadership programs, such as the NTU Leadership Academy, provide students and young alumni with the skills necessary to lead in a range of industries. The emphasis on cross-disciplinary education and global exposure has also been pivotal in ensuring that graduates are prepared to tackle complex global challenges. The university has an extensive network of industry partners, which allows students to gain practical experience and build critical networks while still in school. NTU has long been known for fostering entrepreneurial talent. Many alumni have become successful entrepreneurs, launching startups in industries ranging from technology and healthcare to finance and renewable energy. NTU’s support for entrepreneurship, through initiatives such as the NTUitive enterprise arm, has enabled students and graduates to turn ideas into successful ventures.
NTU Singapore’s alumni leaders are a testament to the university’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and global impact. Whether in government, business, technology, academia, or the social sector, NTU graduates are shaping the future with visionary leadership and a dedication to solving some of the world’s most complex challenges. Their success reflects the strong foundation NTU provides, as well as the university’s ongoing efforts to nurture the leaders of tomorrow.
CEO Insights Asia in this issue presents a list of ‘Top 10 NTU Singapore Alumni Leaders - 2024' who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.
Our subscribers play a decisive role in finalization of our annual list of "Top 10 NTU Singapore Alumni Leaders - 2024" by nominating those which have served them with excellence and are praiseworthy. If you feel there is a company that deserves to be on our annual list, do write to us about them mentioning their value proposition.
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Andrew Zee, Director | Selby Jennings | A global financial services specialist talent partner helping industry leaders build teams that protect financial markets, invest in budding start-ups, and finance third world entrepreneurs |
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Chiu-Hao Chen, Co-Founder | Evercomm | An emerging leader driving innovation via emerging technologies and especially by changing by focusing on people and processes while ensuring digital transformation |
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Jonathan Ang, Managing Director | Sterling Engineers | A passionate business leader delivering innovative building solutions to clients and communities with strong technical knowledge, as well as problem-solving, communication, leadership, and project management skills |
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Kum Chee Meng, CEO | Rinicom (Asia) | His journey through various roles in technology, management, and strategic planning has equipped him to oversee innovative projects, collaborate with industry professionals, and drive the company forward |
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Luke Chang, Director | Wison Clean Energy | With three decades of experience spanning both public and private sectors, his expertise covers strategy, business development, management, administration, training, and intellectual properties |
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Maisy Ang, Managing Director | Fargo Wealth Management (Singapore) | A prominent leader in the financial industry, specifically in the realm of private wealth management and has been instrumental in shaping the company's growth and success through her experience |
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Nikhil Venkatesh, Co-Founder | Botsync | A technology-driven individual with capability to work flexibly in multiple software domains including artificial intelligence, industrial automation, web development and general system design |
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Capt. Saravanan Alagar, CEO | Executive Offshore Services | A distinguished figure with over two decades of industry experience, specializes in complex contract and project management and focuses on empowering his team and encouraging innovative solutions |
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Sean Ng, Co-Founder & MD | Cornerstone Global Partners Asia Pacific | A business leader with his strong understanding of the recruitment industry and over 20 years of experience within the executive search space leveraging his exceptional in-depth knowledge of recruiting industry and leadership skills to lead his venture |
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Siddharth Dangi, Founder | Mentogram | A passionate leader about revolutionizing education with expertise in product management and empathetic design thinking has allowed to create a platform that truly caters to the needs of students and educators alike |
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