Kar Wee Ang
Electrical & Electronic Eng & Economics
College of Engineering
Summary
Over 19 years in sales, account management, and business development. Started out in telesales in ICT/Telco industry, moved up the rank to senior sales manager, on to sponsorship sales in the fast-moving conference industry and then on to channel sales and distribution in IT security industry. I have spent the last decade building sales and marketing teams for B2B and B2C engagements in the training and education industry. With these rojak/melting pot experiences, I can quickly identify business opportunities, implement quick tactical campaigns for growth and navigate challenging market conditions. I believe customers voice is the most important element for new ideas and strategies, hence excellent client management is key to my success. I am a high energy leader with a friendly approachable attitude to team philosophy. I like to be empowered and I like to empower people.
I have helped firms to work more efficiently through MPLS network (before Cloud); advise them on security posture; broker opportunities in Asia through my events and educated Asia-based firms about the best practices from the world through bespoke training programs.
I have sold tangibles and intangibles solutions. I can bring to you independent thoughts, challenge conventional go-to-market strategies and solve problems.
I speak, read, and write English and Mandarin and believe the future is in Asia.
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Work Experience
Business Development Director Aug 2021 - Present
The London Institute of Banking and Finance SingaporeOver 19 years in sales, account management, and business development. Started out in telesales in ICT/Telco industry, moved up the rank to senior sales manager, on to sponsorship sales in the fast-moving conference industry and then on to channel sales and distribution in IT security industry. I have spent the last decade building sales and marketing teams for B2B and B2C engagements in the training and education industry. With these rojak/melting pot experiences, I can quickly identify business opportunities, implement quick tactical campaigns for growth and navigate challenging market conditions. I believe customers voice is the most important element for new ideas and strategies, hence excellent client management is key to my success. I am a high energy leader with a friendly approachable attitude to team philosophy. I like to be empowered and I like to empower people.
I have helped firms to work more efficiently through MPLS network (before Cloud); advise them on security posture; broker opportunities in Asia through my events and educated Asia-based firms about the best practices from the world through bespoke training programs.
I have sold tangibles and intangibles solutions. I can bring to you independent thoughts, challenge conventional go-to-market strategies and solve problems.
I speak, read, and write English and Mandarin and believe the future is in Asia.
Education
bachelor in engineering (Electrical Engineering) May 1999 - May 2003
NTU SingaporeOther Skills
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Q&A with Kar Wee Ang
Give an example of a recent industry development that captured your attention, and what insight or thoughts you have about it.
Digital and climate transformation are the 2 essential topics for all industries as it affects how human continue to live and play here, on Earth, or make an effort for Plan B.
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Describe a situation where you had an idea and needed to influence people around you to understand, and work together towards achieving the idea.
New products or solutions requires a team effort. A clear vision with open dialogues help.
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What achievements in your career are you most proud of?
Achieved results in multiple industries. Great example of the fact that selling skills is one of the most portable skills in ones career.
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