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Ecosystem  •  Collaboration  •  Innovation

A network of like-minded industry veterans contributing knowledge, experience, and networks to help PMETs thrive through continuous learning, advisory, and industry networking.

Passion — 59st Ventures
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Carrier Grade

Bridging People, Data and Technology
for Real-World Impact

59stVentures is a socio-tech ecosystem organisation focused on advancing AI-enabled digital transformation through the convergence of people, data, and technology.

The company works with enterprises, public sector agencies, and ecosystem partners across Asia-Pacific to accelerate AI adoption, interoperability, and innovation-led transformation initiatives.

With expertise spanning healthcare, telecommunications, smart cities, supply chain, education, and data strategy, 59stVentures provides advisory, ecosystem collaboration, and implementation capabilities across the full transformation lifecycle — from strategy and capability development to AI and data-driven solution deployment.

Through its ecosystem-driven approach, 59stVentures helps organisations translate emerging technologies into scalable, real-world outcomes.

Our Service Offerings

Professional Courses and Training
01 — Training

Professional Courses and Training

Knowledge & Skills Acquisition, Career Advancement, Continuing Education, and Professional Development. We also offer customized training programs tailored to the specific needs of our clients.

Advisory Consultancy
02 — Consultancy

Advisory Consultancy

Strategy Guidance & Development, Expert Advice & Recommendations, Independent Objective Advisory, Value Creation, Identifying Opportunities, Trend Analysis, and Enabling Factors.

Advisory Board Services
03 — Board

Advisory Board Services

Expertise, Guidance, Strategy, and Support for Strategic Decision-Making. Our experienced veterans serve on advisory boards to lend credibility, direction, and industry insight.

Innovative Implementation Services
04 — Implementation

Innovative Implementation Services

Rapid Prototyping, Software & Digital Application Development, User Experience Design, Data Engineering, Data Analytics & Data Science Services, and CISO-as-a-Service.

Featured Courses

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5G For Industry Transformation

With the dawn of the 5G era, new use cases are emerging as consumers and enterprises work to identify processes and channels that will enhance efficiency. This course provides a fundamental understanding of 5G technology, how it will impact and transform various industry verticals, and new business use cases. Wireless connectivity is at the center of this technological revolution.

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Public Health Informatics & Telehealth

Public Health Informatics is the systematic application of information, computer science and technology to public health practice. This course examines technology and systems in support of public health, disaster management, and key IT issues for populations and healthcare providers. It also discusses Telehealth's capability of achieving health equity by crossing temporal, social, and geographical barriers.

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Requirement Modeling & Digital Solution Design

This course teaches requirement analysis and design definition for digital solutions in business needs analysis, which involves three key steps: specifying and modeling requirements, verifying and validating requirements, and defining solution options and recommending solutions that best address the business challenge.

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What Makes
Us Special

We are a group of veteran professionals providing professional training on various topics and advisory consultancy across various industries.

We have a deep understanding of industry trends, challenges, and opportunities, enabling us to develop and deliver tailored training programs that meet the specific needs of our clients across various industries.

Our team of experts each has a wealth of experience in professional training and coaching, spanning various industries such as healthcare, telecommunications, and financial services.

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Tailored Programs

Customized training and advisory solutions designed around each client's unique needs and industry context.

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Global Network

Strong foothold across Asia — including China, India, and Israel — with partners in the Middle East and Africa.

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Appointed Educators

Recognized by NUS, SUSS, Huawei, and the Fintech Academy to deliver executive education programs.

Professional Experience

Meet the Veterans

Seasoned leaders from telecoms, healthcare, finance, data, and government — united by a mission to give back.

Prof. Alex Siow
Prof. Alex Siow
Non-Executive Chairman
Currently a Professor (Practice) at the National University of Singapore's School of Computing, Alex's diverse career includes roles as a Civil/Structural Engineer at the Housing & Development Board, Senior Vice President at StarHub Ltd, and Managing Director, Health & Public Service at Accenture. He chairs Toffs Technologies Ltd, serves as Executive Chairman of DART Consulting and Training Pte Ltd, and holds director positions in various companies. Alex advises multiple organizations in the IT industry, is the Chairman of the Cloud Security Alliance (Singapore Chapter), and has been inducted as an Academic Fellow of the International Council of Management Consulting Institutes. Renowned for expertise in Digital Leadership, Emerging Technology Management, IT Strategy and Governance, Cloud Security, and Project Management, Alex is a sought-after speaker in these domains.
Jim Lim
Jim Lim
Co-Founder, CSO, Director
Experienced business leader with a diverse background in senior leadership roles, including CEO, CTO, and Top Management positions, across companies with varied cultural and national profiles. Proven track record in international markets and partnership ecosystem building. Successfully established 9 regional offices and launched 2 new businesses, serving in roles from technology leader to corporate entrepreneur. Adept at creating value through internal and external partnerships, turning challenging situations into win-win solutions. Additionally, an accomplished educator, providing executive education and business transformation consulting. Recognized for community contributions, including mentoring, volunteering, and involvement in critical operations such as COVID vaccine distribution.
Reynels Lee
Reynels Lee
Co-Founder, Head of Consulting & Research
With over 27 years of diverse industry experience in leadership roles like CEO, CTO, Director of Digital Innovations and Head of Digital Services, Rey brings a unique blend of business acumen and technical expertise. As a certified Enterprise Architect, he excels in analytical problem-solving. His passion is empowering others through integrity, mentorship, and fostering collaboration and innovation. Rey has curated various top-rated executive education programs, including various courses on Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, and is committed to staying at the forefront of digital innovations, balancing visionary thinking with practical implementation to drive positive change in the dynamic tech landscape.
Andy Wong
Andy Wong
Co-Founder, CTO, Head of Digital
Andy Wong has held distinguished senior customer-facing roles across various early-stage tech startups based in Cambridge, UK, with a notable track record as a seasoned Open Innovation Challenge team lead, securing multiple proposal wins. He has been instrumental in guiding tech companies through technical due diligence for Singapore IMDA Spark Accreditation and is currently serving as the Head of Data Science Consulting at a prominent Japanese MNC. Prior to this role, Andy held key positions such as Head of Sales Engineering at GeoSpock UK, specializing in petabyte-scale geospatial databases, and Senior Solution Architect for a Hong Kong-based tech startup focusing on cloud compute, cloud networking, and large-scale IP/OTT video delivery. Andy excels in hands-on work, particularly in building PaaS/SaaS platforms, IoT, and LLM-based data collection and analytics systems. He also offers his expertise for advisory work that has social impact.
George Chiu
George Chiu
Head of Data
With over 28 years of experience in telecommunications and data analytics, George Chiu is a respected senior technology leader. As Senior Director and Head of the Data Analytics Division at Far EasTone Telecommunications, he pioneered essential infrastructures such as Data Warehousing/Big Data Platforms and CRM systems. Notably, he initiated Taiwan's first telecom industry big data platform in 2014, enabling real-time customer behavior analysis. George also shares his expertise as a lecturer at prestigious Taiwanese universities, including National Chengchi University, National Chiao Tung University, and National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. In 2017, he founded Madison Data Consulting, offering comprehensive consulting services to industries like telecommunications, finance, retail, and semiconductor industry. Recently appointed as Chief Technology Officer for the Digital Transformation Team at the Taiwan Foreign Trade Association, George leads approximately 40 professionals in driving TAITRA's digital evolution.
Low Woei Hau
Low Woei Hau
Senior Partner, Head of Business Development
Woei Hau is a seasoned IT professional with over 20 years of experience. His expertise spans AI & Big Data, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, Project Management, Business Analysis, and Business Development. Passionate about bridging the gap between business and technology, Woei Hau excels in delivering exceptional value. He has held senior roles in a data technology company specializing in Analytics, Big Data, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence. Woei Hau has extensive experience working with major cloud providers, including Google Cloud, AWS, and Azure. Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Woei Hau earned his Master of Information Technology from Monash University and a Bachelor of IT (Honours) in Information Systems Engineering from Multimedia University.
Don Low
Don Low
Senior Partner, Head of Intelligence System & Platform
Technology executive and AI visionary with over 20 years spearheading digital transformation across Government, Defence, Healthcare, and Enterprise sectors. Specializes in AI, hybrid cloud architectures, and ecosystem strategy to modernize complex legacy systems. A strategic leader recognized for building high-impact teams and enabling organizations to harness emerging technologies for measurable outcomes.
Dr. Hwee-Pink Tan
Dr. Hwee-Pink Tan
Head of AiOT
Specialist in wireless technologies, IoT systems, and data analytics with nearly 30 years of industry experience in engineering research for smart cities and digital transformation. Brings deep expertise in strategic planning and market analysis to guide organizations through the convergence of AI and IoT.
Colin Koh
Colin Koh
Principal Consultant
With over 30 years of experience in pioneering technology across the ASEAN region, Colin is a trailblazer in Industrial IoT/M2M, automation, 3D printing, connectivity, and energy & environmental business. As a certified Digital Transformation Management professional and IoT specialist, he provides mentorship to regional SMEs navigating digital transformation aligned with Industry 4.0. An MIT Sloan School of Management Executive program alumnus, Colin held leadership roles in associations like the Singapore Industrial Automation Association and contributed to initiatives under the National Climate Change Committee. A technology evangelist, he delivers impactful industry papers, speeches, and serves on committees guiding technological development, including as a member of the IoT Technical Committee of IT Standards Committee.
David Morrison
David Morrison
Principal Consultant
With over 30 years of technology leadership across APAC, EMEA, and globally, David Morrison brings a rare combination of executive delivery experience and commercial acumen to enterprises, mid-market organisations, and SMBs navigating digital transformation. His career spans senior CTO and General Manager roles at Huawei International, Telstra, EDS/HP, New Zealand Health Authority, where he led large-scale infrastructure programmes, AI and data platform strategies, and complex systems integrations for clients including ANZ, ABN-Amro, General Motors, and national governments across Asia and EMEA. At 59stVentures, David advises organisations on AI adoption strategy, digital operating model design, and technology investment sequencing. He also delivers professional training in AI, data strategy, and digital transformation for technical and non-technical audiences across enterprise and SMB environments. David holds a BSc in Computer Science, is certified in PgMP, PMP, PRINCE2, and ITIL v3, and is based in Singapore.
William Ho
William Ho
Head of Security & Principal Consultant
William Ho is a cybersecurity leader and consultant with extensive experience in IT governance, risk management, and cloud security. As Head of Security & Principal Consultant at 59stVentures and Co Chair of the Cloud Security Alliance ICS Working Group, he has led initiatives that strengthen resilience and trust in digital ecosystems. A Fellow of the Singapore Computer Society, William has held senior roles at PSA Singapore, Huawei Technologies, ATT Systems Group, and Fujitsu Asia, and holds top industry certifications including ACLP, AZURE, CAAI, CCSP, CISSP, CISA, CISM, CRISC, ISO 27001LA, CCSKV2/V3/V4, CDPSE, CMC, SCCISP, CITPM, CBCP, CCP, CCNA, CCTP, IRCA(ISO27001LA), TOGAF, Certified Generative AI professional, and ITIL 4. Known for translating complex standards into practical strategies, he empowers organisations to identify, budget, justify, plan, implement, and deploy appropriate technical and organisational solutions fulfilling business, budgetary, compliance, legislative, and regulatory requirements globally.
Chang Yng
Chang Yng
Principal Consultant
Chang Yng is a veteran of the telecommunications industry, bringing more than three decades of expertise in delivering high-impact digital transformation and IT solutions. Recognized for their ability to solve the "intricate," they have spent their career designing sophisticated architectures that empower CSPs to thrive in a digital-first landscape. Dedicated to the 59stVentures mission of providing strategic clarity, Chang Yng bridges the gap between technical complexity and business-ready solutions, ensuring that mission-critical BSS frameworks serve as a catalyst for sustainable industrial evolution.
Patrick Low
Patrick Low
Principal Consultant
With over 18 years of ICT experiences, Patrick Low has established himself as a thought leader in the domain of Data Center and Cloud Computing technologies through his successes in leading several high-profile Cloud Infrastructure tender projects and CxO engagement activities in the region. In his current role, Patrick ensures that the business strategy, along with any relevant trends is expressed in the enterprise's processes and systems. His responsibilities are to help customers and partners identify and develop the right future ICT transformation solutions and ecosystem, to build a better connected world. Patrick had worked with major IT Technology providers including Huawei, IBM and HP specializing in data center and cloud computing. He holds a Bachelor of Computer Science with The OPEN University. He is also a certified Cloud Technology Architect (MCSD), Project Manager Professional (PMP), IT Service Management (ITIL v3) among others.
Mak Hon Ngai
Mak Hon Ngai
Principal Consultant
Mak brings over 15 years of diverse expertise in ICT, encompassing Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Digital Transformation, IoT, and Application Development. His pragmatic approach to solving business challenges with technology has consistently driven value for stakeholders. Mak has held various senior positions, including Head of Business Intelligence at Goldbell Group, a major player in Singapore's transportation landscape. Additionally, he founded a business unit providing data-driven telematics services to more than 250 customers. Mak earned his Bachelor of Computer Engineering (Honours) from Nanyang Technological University. He is also a certified ScrumMaster, along with holding various Microsoft Azure certifications.
Yap Chee Wai
Yap Chee Wai
Principal Consultant
With 31 years of experience in the ICT industry, Chee Wai has evolved from a COBOL programmer to a seasoned Digital Transformation leader. His expertise spans Web 2.0, Web 3.0, Agile DevOps, API Strategy, Big Data Analytics, IoT, AI, and more. He served as CTO for KPJ Healthcare Berhad, driving its transition into a Digital Hybrid operation during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Additionally, he contributed significantly to ICT Digital Transformation in Johorport, Penang Port, North Port, and Kontena National Logistics. He played a pivotal role in YES, a 4G Telco Operator, building OSS, BSS, and Go-to-Market strategies. Chee Wai's diverse experience extends to start-ups and MNCs like Ericsson, Sun Microsystems, BEA System, and HP. He holds a B.Sc. and a B.E.(Honours) from Monash University.
Kevin Tan
Kevin Tan
Principal Consultant
A Healthcare and HealthTech professional with strategic vision, and more than 20 years' experience in the Healthcare Industry. Held management appointments in various public healthcare entities, and oversaw the acquisitions of information technologies, medical and research equipment, essential services, and supplies necessary for operating healthcare service entities. Key contributions to the healthcare entities included advisory on prudent acquisition of technologies, equipment and infrastructure; the set-up, and people development of the various procurement teams for information technology and capital equipment. He has also brought in new talents beyond the healthcare industry and helped them become valued contributors to the entities.

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