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Executive Coach and Leadership Strategist

Executive Coach | Leadership Strategist | Author

Singapore

Description

This executive coach is an ICF-certified PCC and Systemic Team Coach who combines over 20 years of senior business leadership with transformative coaching expertise. Formerly a senior leader at major global payment networks and a commercial executive in post-merger operations within a leading e-commerce platform, the professional brings a distinctive fusion of corporate strategy, fintech operations, and organizational transformation to coaching. Having delivered thousands of coaching hours to leaders from global organizations, this leader helps executives develop influence, presence, and systemic insight to navigate complex, high-stakes environments. Also an acclaimed author and award-winning storyteller, the professional leverages narrative skill and cultural fluency to unlock authentic leadership and alignment.

Key Roles

  • Delivered over 4,000 hours of executive and team coaching across technology, finance, and consumer sectors with top-tier global clients
  • Served as senior director at global payment organizations, managing strategic partnerships and driving multi-billion-dollar digital payments growth
  • Led integration and regional expansion efforts in Southeast Asia following a major e-commerce merger
  • Headed a fintech startup that was subsequently integrated into a leading international digital payments platform
  • Two-time published author and recipient of prestigious awards for narrative excellence and cultural storytelling

Meet Me

I’m a dedicated coach and strategist who integrates two decades of senior leadership experience with deep coaching expertise. My work supports executives and teams to grow influence, presence, and resilience while navigating complexity with clarity and authenticity. I am passionate about the transformative power of narrative for leadership and culture, complementing my coaching with award-winning storytelling. Outside of work, I enjoy exploring literature, cross-cultural dialogue, and mindfulness practices.

Personas

Leadership Transformer

  • Delivered thousands of coaching hours to leaders across top global technology, finance, and consumer firms
  • Helps executives develop authentic presence, systemic awareness, and expanded influence
  • Guides leaders through transitions and complex, high-pressure environments

Superpowers

Superpowers not available

Sweet Spot

Thrives where leadership, strategy, and human transformation intersect. Expert at guiding executives and teams through transitions, cultural complexity, and organizational change to unlock systemic influence and sustainable impact.

Functional Skills

Executive Coaching & Leadership
Emotional Intelligence Development- Supports leaders in expanding self-awareness, emotional agility, and interpersonal effectiveness under pressure.
High-Stakes Presence- Equips executives to command authority, remain composed, and influence confidently in boardrooms and public settings.
Team Dynamics- Facilitates alignment, communication, and collaborative performance within leadership teams across diverse systems and cultures.
Business Leadership
Strategic Partnerships- Drove billion-dollar partnership strategies in digital payments for leading global payment companies.
M&A Integration- Led post-merger integration initiatives to shape eCommerce strategy and regional growth across Southeast Asia.
Fintech Innovation- Built and scaled a fintech startup that laid the foundation for integration into a major international digital payments platform.
Communication & Influence
Strategic Communication- Helps leaders transition from technical experts to influential leadership by mastering communication strategies.
Storytelling for Leadership- Uses narrative techniques and analogies to clarify complex leadership concepts and inspire action.
Cross-Cultural Leadership- Prepares teams and executives to navigate cultural diversity and strengthen global collaboration.

User Manual

Best engaged with open, reflective dialogue and a willingness to explore new perspectives. Prefers working with leaders navigating transformation, ambiguity, or growth challenges. Balances incisive inquiry with strategic guidance, combining data-driven frameworks with genuine human connection.

Focus Areas

Executive CoachingLeadership DevelopmentTeam CoachingStrategic CommunicationCareer TransformationSystemic CoachingCulture Change

Industries

Financial ServicesTechnologyFintechConsultingFast-Moving Consumer GoodsDigital Commerce

Geographical Coverage

Asia-PacificEuropeNorth AmericaAfrica

Stage

EnterpriseGrowthPost-Merger IntegrationLeadership Transitions

Personal Interests

Literature & WritingStorytellingCross-Cultural DialogueCoaching InnovationMindfulnessHumanitarian Work

Certifications

ICF PCC Professional Certified Coach (pending MCC)Certified Master Coach in Transformative CoachingSystemic Team Coaching CertificationOrganizational & Relationship Systems CoachingPsychodrama Practitioner (Somatic Coaching)Unlock EQ CertificationCertified Hogan Assessment DebrieferCCL Benchmark 360Firo-B Interpersonal Needs Assessment
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