Mr Chong Eng Wee, Non-Executive Independent Director & Chairman
Date of appointment: 15 March 2024
Mr. Chong, appointed as Independent Director in March 2024, serves on the Audit and Remuneration Committees and is the Chairman of the Nominating Committee. He is the Managing Director of Chevalier Law LLC. Admitted across multiple jurisdictions, he founded his firm after leading roles at various law firms. His expertise spans capital markets, M&A, private equity, regulatory compliance, private wealth, China and corporate governance. Recognised among Singapore’s influential lawyers, he also holds directorships at various SGX-ST and Hong Kong Stock Exchange-listed companies. Mr. Chong’s legal knowledge, experience and leadership are assets to the entities he serves.
Mr Sugiono Wiyono Sugialam, Executive Director
Date of appointment: 25 February 2021
Mr Sugiono joined the Board of Directors as an Executive Director and Chairman of the Board on 25 February 2021. Previously, Mr Sugiono had served as a Non-Executive Director in the Company from 2011 to 2016. Mr Sugiono has vast experience in technology, telecommunications, lifestyle goods, retail and distribution. Since the start of his career in 1985, Mr Sugiono has led multiple IPO and corporate actions within the industries where he is actively doing business. Mr Sugiono is actively involved in several major investment funds in Southeast Asia, especially in digital/tech start-ups and platforms, while also continuing to pursue his passions for active lifestyle and sustainability businesses. Mr Sugiono holds a Bachelors Degree in Economics from the University of Surabaya, Indonesia.
Mr Tay Boon Zhuan, Non-Executive Independent Director
Date of appointment: 15 March 2024
Mr. Tay, aged 43, joined the Board as an Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee on 15 March 2024. With an extensive background in financial leadership, he currently heads a business advisory firm, providing a spectrum of services from corporate setup, accounting and tax compliance. His prior roles include Senior Finance Director at a leading Edutech company., CFO for 2 SGX-listed entities, and Head, Internal Audit for a NYSE-listed company in China. Mr. Tay’s eleven-year tenure with a Big 4 firm and other professional service firms honed his expertise in financial accounting, strategic analysis and business advisory. An alumnus of Nanyang Technological University with First Class Honours in Accountancy, he holds ISCA and ASEAN CPA qualifications.
Mr Soennerstedt Carl Johan Pontus, Non-Executive Non-Independent Director
Date of appointment: 5 May 2016
Mr. Soennerstedt, with a degree in International Economics, has a distinguished career spanning various leadership roles. Appointed CEO in March 2018, he previously served as an Independent Non-Executive Director and Chairman. He founded an internet consulting and investment firm, engaging in diverse sectors and supporting venture capital investments. His strategic vision led Yahoo! Indonesia to become a top internet destination, fostering a legacy of successful market leaders. Earlier, he catalyzed significant growth in Asia’s mobile phone industry, managing operations across multiple emerging markets, which resulted in substantial revenue increases and accolades for market performance. His varied experience includes serving as a mine clearance diver in the Royal Swedish Navy.
