CRIMSONLOGIC - Key Persons
Ang Cheng Kiat, Head, Group IT in PSA International, has overall responsibility for Information Technology for PSA group of companies globally.
Cheng Kiat is the key driver of PSA's Group IT transformation since the setup of Group in 2012. He is responsible for the setup of Global IT team through integration of Global IT resources and charting the IT transformation strategy, directing the product roadmap for next generation Global Terminal Operating Systems Global Port Community Digitalisation, Global Cybersecurity Masterplan and Global Enterprise Systems. He has spearheaded the creation of a global IT organisation with alignment to business strategy and agility in driving IT solutions. Under his leadership, Group IT serves as the process excellence enabler for PSA terminals by leveraging on and developing cutting edge technology to establish a competitive advantage in the industry.
Cheng Kiat was previously responsible for PSA e-commerce solutions with the customers and driving the integration of processes with the shipping community. He has also held positions in IT strategy and planning, Quality Management and Corporate Systems. He has led the team in winning the National Infocomm Awards for most innovative use of Infocomm Technology in 2006 - Singapore highest accolade for Infocomm innovation.
Prior to joining PSA, he was a Regional Director for E-commerce and Information Strategy in a global MNC and was responsible for the development and implementation of IT, e-commerce products and solutions in the region. He led the IT initiatives with customers in streamlining the internal and customer-facing processes. He was also a member of the management team that developed the global information strategy. He has held positions in IT regional Director, management of computerisation of global front line offices, IT transformation projects and business process re-engineering projects for global offices.
Cheng Kiat has also previously held position as board director in IT and Logistics companies.
Cheng Kiat graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Computer and Information Sciences) (Honours) and a Master of Business Administration from National University of Singapore.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Chief
- Executive Officer
- Assistant CEO and Head of Product
As Assistant CEO and Head of Product, Kok Keong (KK) oversees the product strategy, development and roadmap of CrimsonLogic's products, leading teams across functions to create user-centric solutions that empower governments and businesses to capture new values in global trade.
Job Titles:
- Head of Asia Pacific
- Vice President / Head of Asia Pacific
Ernest Low is a highly experienced and accomplished leader in the technology industry with a strong focus on customer success. He currently serves as Head of Asia Pacific at CrimsonLogic, where he leads the company's efforts to provide value-building solutions to its customers. In this role, Ernest oversees the company's business and customer relationships in Asia Pacific, ensuring that CrimsonLogic delivers on its promise of customer success.
Before joining CrimsonLogic, Ernest held various leadership positions at prominent technology companies, including Regional Vice President for Infor Global Solutions, where he spearheaded the strategic direction and business operations for the company's ASEAN region and India, focusing on enterprise resource planning, hospitality, and financial solutions. He also served as General Manager of Novell in the South ASEAN region, where he was responsible for driving regional sales and business activities by implementing key business strategies that brought value to clients.
Ernest's experience in the technology industry also includes seven years at Microsoft, where he held leadership positions and was responsible for managing the business growth of all Microsoft products in the Singapore and Brunei government sectors. He was dedicated to understanding the needs of his customers and ensuring they received the maximum benefit from Microsoft's products and services.
Ernest holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor.
Job Titles:
- Chairman
- Group Head of Technology at PSA International
Goh Mia Hock is Group Head of Technology at PSA International and is responsible for growing and safeguarding the PSA technology franchise across all PSA businesses, in three areas: Information Technology, Digitalisation and Data, and Engineering. Mia Hock also drives Group Innovation efforts and sits on the Senior Management Council of PSA International.
In his previous Ports Operations Development and Group IT portfolios, Mia Hock provides the leadership in deriving global port operational and IT synergies and spearheading innovation for the PSA Group. He promotes the sharing of operations, engineering and IT knowledge across all PSA business units globally. Mia Hock and his team oversee the benchmarking of terminal productivity and identify emerging technologies that PSA applies not only in its core container handling business but also in logistics and IT platform solutions. He set up the formal data organization within PSA and promotes the advance application of data analytics and its assimilation into the business processes of PSA. He and his team put in place the framework for climate response in PSA, working with PSA business units globally to strive towards achieving decarbonization targets.
Job Titles:
- Chief Executive Officer
- Director
Lim Hsiao Kang - Chief Legal Officer, Secretary
Job Titles:
- Company Secretary
- General Counsel
- Head of Group Legal
Hsiao Kang is Head of Group Legal, and oversees the legal affairs, corporate secretarial matters and legal compliance within the CrimsonLogic Group.
Hsiao Kang has over 25 years of experience as a lawyer and corporate counsel. Prior to joining CrimsonLogic, he was a practicing lawyer before working as a corporate counsel in a statutory board and a technology company. His experience is diverse, having handled multiple areas of law ranging from dispute resolution, family law, corporate, commercial, intellectual property, information technology and data protection.
Hsiao Kang joined CrimsonLogic in 2004 and was appointed General Counsel in 2007. As Head of Group Legal, Hsiao Kang leads and manages a team of counsels who advise on legal and contractual matters, including tenders, business opportunities, collaboration with partners, intellectual property rights and licensing issues. As Company Secretary, Hsiao Kang advises the Board and its committees on governance matters and is responsible for all corporate secretarial matters for CrimsonLogic and its subsidiaries. Hsiao Kang is also CrimsonLogic's Data Protection Officer and is supported by a team that keeps the company compliant with personal data protection laws, whilst constantly reviewing and improving the company's personal data protection practices. A key achievement was successfully obtaining the Data Protection Trustmark certification (DPTM) and Cross Border Privacy Rules certification (CBPR) for CrimsonLogic in 2020.
Hsiao Kang graduated from the National University of Singapore with an LLB (Hons) and was called to the Singapore Bar in 1998. He also holds a Master of Business Administration from the National University of Singapore.
Job Titles:
- Senior Vice President / Head of Europe, Middle East, Africa & South Asia
Job Titles:
- Assistant Vice President / Head of Digital Government Products
- Head of Digital Government Products
- in 2010 As a Presales Consultant
As Head of Digital Government Products at CrimsonLogic, Melvin is a seasoned IT professional with a 17-year tenure in the industry, specializing in the Digital Government sector for the last 13 years. In his role, Melvin strategically aligns product initiatives with the overall business strategy, spearheading product innovation.
Melvin joined CrimsonLogic in 2010 as a Presales Consultant in the UAE, where he was responsible for designing functional solutions and client management. Over the years, he progressed to program management, crafting technical solutions that seamlessly integrated with customer ecosystems.
In 2016, Melvin assumed the role of Senior Manager, where he established the Microsoft and Business Intelligence practices at CrimsonLogic. His leadership skills played a crucial role in navigating challenging projects. Melvin's career has been marked by pivotal contributions in presales, project management, and providing technical solutions.
Melvin holds a Bachelor of Computer Science & Engineering from Anna University, a certificate in Advanced Project Management from Stanford, and is currently pursuing a Master in Technology at the National University of Singapore. Outside work, he gives back to the community through volunteering as a member of the Information Technology Resource Panel with the Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA).
Job Titles:
- Vice President / Head of Group Business Development
Job Titles:
- Head of Digital Ports Products
- Vice President / Head of Digital Ports Products
As Head of Digital Ports Products, Rachael leads partnership efforts for the portfolio and scales it globally.
Amidst COVID-19, she spearheaded the new product line for Digital Ports and successfully navigated the acquisition process of a new team. As part of the Digital Ports business strategy, Rachael forged a strong collaboration with its partner to crystallize the Port Community System (PCS) business and engagement models, fortifying CrimsonLogic's position in the Digital Ports space.
Rachael joined CrimsonLogic in 1995. With more than 25 years of experience in ICT, she helmed diverse management roles, overseeing mission-critical and complex systems. She headed the Trade Sector Group and handled significant trade compliance projects in Singapore and overseas.
She was key to the successful delivery of Singapore's first web-based TradeNet® system, the world's first National Single Window enabling B2G and G2G connectivity. In the past 20 over years, Rachael contributed to the advancement of TradeNet® and its users, bringing about significant productivity, cost and efficiency improvements to Singapore's trading community.
Between 2018 and 2021, Rachael was given the opportunity to run the Public Sector Group, where she was responsible for presales, project delivery and the maintenance support of Digital Government projects.
Rachael has received accolades in recognition of her impact in the IT industry, some of which include the "Singapore 100 Women in Tech 2023" and "Women in Supply Chain 2023".
Rachael holds a Bachelor of Computer Science from Deakin University, Australia.
Rebecca is Chief People Officer at CrimsonLogic and a seasoned human resource (HR) leader with more than two decades of experience across diverse regions and industries. With a passion for unlocking human potential, Rebecca brings a wealth of expertise in shaping organizational culture, fostering talent development, and aligning HR strategies with broader business goals.
In Rebecca's current role as Chief People Officer, she is at the helm of CrimsonLogic's people-centric strategy, overseeing all aspects of human resources to ensure alignment with the company's growth objectives. Rebecca's extensive experience, coupled with a unique cross-industry perspective, enriches her approach to talent management and people development as she strives to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and inclusivity within CrimsonLogic.
Rebecca's HR career includes stints at Thomson Reuters as Head of HR (Southeast Asia) and Elsevier as HR Director (Greater China, Southeast Asia and Australia), amongst others. This deep and diverse experience has honed Rebecca's ability to navigate complex human capital challenges with finesse, making her well-placed as a trusted advisor to senior executives.
Job Titles:
- Deputy Chief
- Financial Officer
As Deputy Chief Financial Officer at CrimsonLogic, Sharon Tan leads financial strategies and operations with a solutions-focused approach.
Within CrimsonLogic, Sharon oversees the comprehensive financial landscape, implementing robust financial management systems, controls, and processes. She plays a pivotal role in optimizing financial performance, increasing productivity, and enhancing internal controls. In addition, Sharon is known for her people-oriented approach, fostering a collaborative environment within the finance organization. She is dedicated to developing her team into trusted finance business partners, emphasizing the importance of building strong relationships and aligning financial initiatives with the company's objectives. Sharon's commitment to both financial excellence and cultivating a team-oriented culture underscores her role as a strategic leader, contributing significantly to CrimsonLogic's overall success.
With a distinguished career spanning over 26 years, she has consistently demonstrated expertise in financial and operational management, collaborating closely with senior business and finance executives to drive organizational success. Throughout her career, Sharon has held prominent roles in notable organizations, including more than 22 years at IBM. She has a proven track record of documented contributions, showcasing her ability to lead teams towards financial excellence.
Sharon holds a Bachelor of Arts and Social Sciences in Economics and European Studies from the National University of Singapore.
Job Titles:
- Vice President / Head of Americas & Caribbean
As the Assistant Chief Executive (Manufacturing & Engineering) of Enterprise Singapore, Leng Wan leads various teams to champion enterprise growth in Singapore's manufacturing and engineering industries.
Prior to this, Leng Wan spent seven years in the Ministry of Trade and Industry. As the Senior Director (Industry Division) between 2017 and 2021, he led his team to formulate policies and initiatives to ensure the competitiveness of the Singapore economy as well as the vibrancy of Singapore as a global city and tourism destination. His teams worked closely with the Economic Development Board to anchor significant foreign investments in Singapore's manufacturing sector, as well as with the Singapore Tourism Board and Sentosa Development Corporation to develop iconic tourism projects in Singapore. Between 2006 and 2009, he was Deputy Director (Resource Division) where he led his team to develop manpower initiatives to support enterprises to meet their labour and talent needs.
Land use and economics have a strong nexus in land-scarce Singapore. Between 2012 and 2017, Leng Wan was Senior Director (Strategic Planning) in the Ministry of National Development in charge of reviewing Singapore's land use plans and development strategies. Some of the notable publicly accessible projects include the Singapore Land Use Plan (2013), Master Plan 2014, the Singapore Sustainable Blueprint (2015), and the Future City Sub-Committee Report (2016) under the auspices of the Committee on the Future Economy.
Leng Wan had also served in various portfolios dealing with public policy formulation in the Ministry of Defence and the then-Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports.
Leng Wan has a Masters of Science (Civil Engineering) from the University of California, Berkeley and a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Civil Engineering from the National University of Singapore.
Job Titles:
- Vice President / Head of Trade ( Government ) Products
Job Titles:
- Senior Director / Head of Group Marketing & Communications
Job Titles:
- Assistant Vice President / Head of Group Cyber Security
Job Titles:
- Assistant Vice President / Head of Trade ( Business ) Products
Job Titles:
- Head of Group Strategy
- in 2018 As Product Director
- Senior Director / Head of Group Strategy
She assumes the role of ensuring organizational excellence which involves oversight of the company's corporate performance and alignment, and the formulation of governance frameworks for portfolio management. Beyond this, she champions corporate excellence by aligning the Board's vision with the company's strategic directive. As a liaison to the company's Board of Directors, Siew Fern manages Board affairs and acts as the Secretariat for the Product Review Committee. She also drives the development of the company's sustainability framework and collaborates with stakeholders to drive key initiatives.
Siew Fern is the Head of Group Strategy. She spearheads the strategic planning process, defines and formulates growth strategies, conducts business performance reviews, analyzes market and industry trends, as well as oversees corporate planning.
Siew Fern joined CrimsonLogic in 2018 as Product Director and led the product management initiatives for the Digital Government function. She strategically positioned a comprehensive suite of Digital Government products, and extended their reach globally. She also collaborated closely with technical teams to ensure the effectiveness of both technical design and development.
Prior to joining CrimsonLogic, Siew Fern was an Assistant Director for Asia Pacific and Latin America at Singapore Cooperation Enterprise. She actively participated in strategic engagements with high-level foreign government officials and key business partners. In this capacity, she facilitated the delivery of advisory, consultancy and implementation services for foreign public sector projects.
Siew Fern holds a Global Master of Business Administration from Manchester Business School, United Kingdom, a Master of Science in Information Studies from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and a Bachelor of Arts from the National University of Singapore, with a Major in Psychology and Sociology. She also contributes to the field of Product Management as a committee member for the Singapore Computer Society.