Singapore
Ryan currently holds the twin position of Managing Director of PUB Consultants Pte Ltd and Singapore International Water Week Pte Ltd. Throughout his career, Ryan has taken on leadership roles in policy, strategy, business development, communications, public engagement and outreach, and regional operations. Having worked in the public service, private and non-profit sectors, he has built up an extensive network of contacts with local and international government officials, industry and business leaders and international organisations, and is experienced in leading global teams across different countries with a proven track record in delivering results. Ryan graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering (First Class Honours) on a Singapore Government scholarship.
PUB Consultants is a wholly-owned subsidiary and the international business arm of PUB, Singapore's national water agency. PUBC harnesses PUB's experience in water management to engage overseas water utilities through the provision of advisory and capacity building services.
Singapore International Water Week is one of the world's premier platforms to share and co-create innovative water, coastal and flood solutions to meet urban water and associated climate challenges. https://www.siww.com.sg
BNL Waste Management Pte Ltd is a general waste collector in Singapore providing waste collection and recycling solutions to commercial and industrial clients, with an annual turnover of SGD$7mil and a staff strength of 30. As Director, Ryan heads the company and is responsible for its overall profitability and growth. His main roles include building new sales, tapping market and business opportunities, and improving operational efficiencies of the business.
Led the Chamber's outreach and engagement efforts with its membership base of more than 160 trade associations to embark on industry-specific upgrading initiatives and projects, such as skills development and training, overseas market expansion and innovation and productivity improvement efforts. Roles included working with leadership teams in these associations to develop strategies and action plans, facilitate consultation with government agencies and regulatory authorities, and implement projects and events. Oversaw the Chamber's China-related programmes and activities such as business missions, market promotion and networking seminars, and the operations of Chamber's two representative offices in Shanghai and Chongqing. Facilitated the entry of Singapore enterprises into the Chinese market, and vice-versa Chinese enterprises who wish to set up a presence in Singapore. Key achievements: - Brought 20 industry trade associations together under the new Trade Association Hub, a joint initiative by SCCCI with JTC Corporation and SPRING Singapore to house industry associations under one roof to share resources and leverage on synergies. The Hub was opened by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in Nov 2017. - Developed and launched the Trade Association and Chambers Transformation Map in 2017, a key blueprint to strengthen the capabilities of trade associations in Singapore. - Developed the Motor Workshop Transformation Roadmap, a joint collaboration with the Singapore Motor Workshop Association to professionalise and upskill the motor workshop trade. - Organise trade missions to China, including Chongqing in 2017 for 25 companies as part of SCCCI's effort to tap onto market opportunities under China's One Belt One Road initiative. - Facilitated more than 30 B2B networking opportunities between businesses from various Chinese cities and provinces and local Singapore enterprises.