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Carolin Barr K.

Carolin Barr K.

Founder
Singapore

Summary

Eco-preneur with a strong track record in sustainable business innovation and stakeholder engagement across APAC. Founder of susGain, an award-winning social enterprise (raiSE, B-Corp, NVPC) offering mobile and web-based solutions that support corporates and educational institutions in driving sustainability transformation through people engagement. A committed advocate for sustainable change, Carolin regularly shares insights as a TEDx speaker, panellist, guest lecturer, and mentor. She is especially passionate about youth empowerment and building cross-sector partnerships to create lasting social and environmental impact.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Founder

susGain Pte Ltd
02.2020 - Current

susGain is a B Corp-certified social enterprise offering gamified digital solutions (mobile and web apps) to foster sustainable behaviour change. Through bespoke programs, it engages employees and students, enabling organizations to measure and amplify their environmental and social impact.

  • Lead the end-to-end conceptualization, design, and continuous improvement of susGain’s gamified digital platforms, enabling sustainable behaviour change through engaging mobile and web experiences.
  • Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with corporate clients, government agencies, and NGOs to drive business growth and expand susGain’s impact ecosystem across Asia-Pacific.
  • Build and manage a cross-functional team, fostering a collaborative, purpose-driven culture and ensuring efficient delivery across product, marketing, and operations.
  • Drive business development and sales efforts, securing long-term engagements with MNCs, public sector entities, and sustainability-focused organizations.
  • Champion youth development and thought leadership in behavioral change for sustainability, regularly speaking at conferences, delivering guest lectures, and mentoring students and early-stage entrepreneurs.

Account & Project Manager

Timeo-Performance / Akteos Asia / CrossKnowledge
02.2017 - 07.2020
  • Managed accounts for 30+ multinational clients across Singapore, Hong Kong, and Malaysia.
  • Delivered training and consulting projects across Asia.
  • Designed and evaluated digital learning solutions.

Key Achievements:

  • Surpassed 2018 annual sales target by 31%.
  • Built a client portfolio from scratch, expanding strategic partnerships.
  • Led CRM implementation (Zoho) company-wide.

Intercultural Consultant / Trainer

Akteos Netherlands
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Designed and delivered intercultural training on cultural awareness, communication, and diversity, focusing on German, Southeast Asian, and US cultures.

Executive Assistant

The Arc of Texas
04.2014 - 03.2015
  • Supported Executive Director, Board of Directors, and local chapters.
  • Organized board meetings, conferences, and fundraising events.
  • Provided confidential administrative support.

Executive Assistant

German European School Singapore
03.2012 - 10.2013
  • Coordinated senior management meetings and policy projects.
  • Assisted in financial documentation and stakeholder communications.

Global Team Lead for Premier Customers

Arvato Digital Services Pte Ltd
11.2009 - 03.2012
  • Managed multinational team of 30 for major APAC, AMER, and EMEA accounts.
  • Led client projects and service operations.

Assistant to the General Manager

Walter Junger and Friends Ltd
02.2009 - 10.2009

Education

Certificate - Change Management & Corporate Sustainability Transformation

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)
Singapore
01.2024 - 06.2024

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Communication

Horizons University
Paris, France
03.2014 - 09.2015

Professional Development Program - Advanced Intercultural Management

University of Notre Dame
12.2013 - 03.2014

Magister (cum laude) - Media Management

University of Applied Sciences
St. Poelten, Austria
09.2004 - 06.2008

Skills

Enterpreneurship

Business Development

Cross-Cultural Team leadership

Consulting

Operations Managment

Marketing

Accomplishments

TEDx Speaker

Award-winning enterpreneur

Guest lecturer

Mentor


Timeline

Certificate - Change Management & Corporate Sustainability Transformation

Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)
01.2024 - 06.2024

Founder

susGain Pte Ltd
02.2020 - Current

Account & Project Manager

Timeo-Performance / Akteos Asia / CrossKnowledge
02.2017 - 07.2020

Intercultural Consultant / Trainer

Akteos Netherlands
01.2016 - 09.2016

Executive Assistant

The Arc of Texas
04.2014 - 03.2015

Master of Arts - Cross-Cultural Communication

Horizons University
03.2014 - 09.2015

Professional Development Program - Advanced Intercultural Management

University of Notre Dame
12.2013 - 03.2014

Executive Assistant

German European School Singapore
03.2012 - 10.2013

Global Team Lead for Premier Customers

Arvato Digital Services Pte Ltd
11.2009 - 03.2012

Assistant to the General Manager

Walter Junger and Friends Ltd
02.2009 - 10.2009

Magister (cum laude) - Media Management

University of Applied Sciences
09.2004 - 06.2008
Carolin Barr K.Founder