Yong Liang Mun

Elevandi Education | Singapore FinTech Festival | Full-time athlete on a part-time schedule

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I create learning and mentoring programmes for the finance and FinTech industry at Elevandi, an independent non-profit organisation responsible for the Singapore FinTech Festival and Point Zero Forum.

Previously, I championed the growth and expansion of Singapore's EdTech ecosystem in my role at Enterprise Singapore. In those 4 years, I oversaw the growth of Singapore's first EdTech accelerator, Eduspaze the digital transformation of the Education sector and supported the export of Singapore brands.

Graduated from Nanyang Technological University with a Double Degree in Business and Accountancy (Hons), with a specialisation in Tourism and Hospitality Management.

Passionate about two-wheeled self-powered machines.

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Experience

  • Enterprise Singapore

    Enterprise Singapore

    4 years 1 month

    • Enterprise Singapore Graphic

      Development Partner, Education

      Enterprise Singapore

      - 2 years 5 months

      Singapore

      Conceptualised and developed ‘Singapore Education’ pitch decks to package promising Singapore education brands for international export. Sown the seeds for the longevity of Singapore education mindshare and recall.

      Led multiple Singaporean delegations on overseas mission trips to promote Singapore Education.

      Co-authored a concept paper for the Government’s Emerging Opportunities Taskforce, recommending key strategies to develop and leverage Singapore’s strong education sector as…

      Conceptualised and developed ‘Singapore Education’ pitch decks to package promising Singapore education brands for international export. Sown the seeds for the longevity of Singapore education mindshare and recall.

      Led multiple Singaporean delegations on overseas mission trips to promote Singapore Education.

      Co-authored a concept paper for the Government’s Emerging Opportunities Taskforce, recommending key strategies to develop and leverage Singapore’s strong education sector as an engine for economic growth, with key focus on Edtech, and K-12 enrichment. Previously also oversaw Training and Adult Education.

      Led and organised various initiatives to build a vibrant and supportive innovation ecosystem, and catalyse digital transformation for the education sector:
      o Nurture early-stage startups through a partnership with Eduspaze
      o Increasing deal flows through events such as Deal Friday and one-to-one investor matching.
      o Inspiring innovation through events and workshops.

      Advise Singaporean education enterprises in internal capabilities development, digital transformation, business innovation and internationalisation on a daily basis.

    • Enterprise Singapore Graphic

      Assistant Development Partner, Education

      Enterprise Singapore

      - 1 year

      Singapore

      Currently responsible for the growth and global expansion of Singapore education enterprises, with a focus on the Training and Adult Education (TAE) and Education Technology (Edtech) subsectors.

    • Enterprise Singapore Graphic

      Management Associate, Qingdao Overseas Centre

      Enterprise Singapore

      - 5 months

      Qingdao, Shandong, China

      Identifying business opportunities for Singapore companies in the provinces of Shandong, Henan and Shanxi.

      Specifically explored new sources of fresh fruits and vegetables for export to Singapore.

    • Enterprise Singapore Graphic

      Management Associate, Leisure, Hospitality and Education

      Enterprise Singapore

      - 5 months

      Exploring growth opportunities for Singapore companies in Leisure, Travel and Education. Identifying and solidifying international partnerships.

  • Fitness Instructor

    Athlete Lab

    - 3 months

    Singapore

    I worked with athletes to achieve their fitness goals - weight loss, cycling event preparation, Ironman and triathlon preparation.

    During classes, I also provide basic posture and pedal stroke correction to help the athletes maximise their performance and avoid injuries.

  • Rudy Project Graphic

    Brand Ambassador

    Rudy Project

    - 1 year 1 month

    Singapore

    Brand Ambassador for the Rudy Project distributor in Singapore.
    Responsible for promoting the latest performance and lifestyle eyewear, and cycling helmets for the brand as a sponsored athlete.

  • Freelance Writer

    SingaporeMTB.com

    - 1 year 7 months

    I write articles for Singaporemtb.com, on an adhoc basis, sharing my views and opinions on mountain biking.

  • SPRING Singapore Graphic

    Project Officer (Internal Audit)

    SPRING Singapore

    - 3 months

    Singapore

    Served as an audit team member in the annual Capabilities Development Grant (CDG) Audit. The audit scope spanned the previous 3 years.

    The CDG is the de facto flagship grant of SPRING Singapore. This audit was of particular importance due to the enhanced funding for 2015-2018 announced by the Government. The enhanced funding alone was estimated to cost $600m.

  • Trainee Mechanic, Sales Assistant

    BYX Pte Ltd

    - 2 months

    Singapore

    Basic bicycle maintenance and assembly, inventory management, customer relations and store space optimization.

  • Republic of Singapore Air Force

    Republic of Singapore Air Force

    8 months

    • 608 Squadron Force Protection Platoon Commander

      Republic of Singapore Air Force

      - 1 year 3 months

      Changi Air Base

      Platoon Commander of RSAF 608 Squadron HQ Flight.
      Managed a 40-strong Headquarters Flight involved in operations and logistics planning for the Squadron, which was responsible for security of all assets and personnel at Changi Air Base.

    • RSAF Security Secreteriat, RSAF45@Singapore Air Show 14

      Republic of Singapore Air Force

      - 4 months

      Changi Air Base, Changi Exhibition Center

      Security and Contingency planning and response for Singapore Air Show in 2014.

Education

  • Nanyang Technological University Singapore Graphic

    Nanyang Technological University

    Bachelor's degree Accountancy and Business

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    Activities and Societies: Hall 13 Social Sub-committee, Hall 13 Sports Sub-committee (Road Relay Manager)

  • Esade Graphic

    ESADE Business & Law School

    Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) [Fall Semester Exchange] Business Administration and Management, General

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Volunteer Experience

  • Organiser

    Beyond Social Services

    - 8 months

    Organised a year-end block party for residents, especially children for the Lengkok Bahru neighbourhood in Singapore.

    Mentoring at-risk youth and children under the LIFE programme.

Honors & Awards

  • 2023 Individual Time Trial National Champion

    Singapore Cycling Federation

    Won the 2023 Individual Time Trial National Championship in the Men's Elite category

  • 2023 Team Time Trial National Champion

    Singapore Cycling Federation

    Won the 2023 Team Time Trial National Championship in the Men's Elite Duo category

  • 2023 Road Race National Champion

    Singapore Cycling Federation

    Won the 2023 Road Race National Championship in the Men's Elite category

  • Erasmus+ EU Scholarship

    Erasmus

    Nominated for the Erasmus+ EU Scholarship by ESADE Business & Law School.
    Awarded by Erasmus.

  • 2015 Mountain Bike (XCO) National Champion (Singapore)

    Singapore Cycling Federation

    Won the 2015 Singapore National Mountain Bike (Cross-Country Olympic) Championship for the Men's Elite Category.

  • Full-Time National Serviceman of the Year

    Republic of Singapore Air Force, Singapore Armed Forces

    Awarded the Full-time NSF of the Year award (Commander's Category) for 2014 for outstanding contributions in the RSAF.

  • SPRING Singapore Executive Development Scholarship

    SPRING Singapore

    Full scholarship with Singapore trade agency - SPRING Singapore

Languages

  • English

    Native or bilingual proficiency

  • Chinese

    Native or bilingual proficiency

  • Spanish

    Elementary proficiency

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