Leonard Chan
Co-founder
Summary
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Co-Founder
Uplyrn Pte Ltd
01.2021 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
- Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate and up-to-date content for training sessions.
Trainer, Coach, Mentor
Palm & Oak Consultancy
04.2012 - 1 2021
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the organization by advocating for ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of training initiatives by tracking participant progress and gathering feedback for continuous improvement.
- Coached employees on best practices, providing constructive feedback to support their professional growth.
- Provided one-on-one mentoring to help individuals reach their full potential within the organization.
Senior Vice President
Marsh & McLennan Companies
11.2002 - 03.2012
- Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
- Maintained consistent growth in revenue, contribution margin, operating profit and EBITDA.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
Assistant Treaty Manager
Everest Reinsurance Company
01.2000 - 11.2002
- Treaty Underwriting Portfolio: Asia-Pacific General Insurance Companies
- Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
- Achieved organizational goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Executive Officer
Singapore Reinsurance Company
05.1998 - 01.2000
- Treaty Underwriting
- Collaborated with back-office team members to facilitate seamless business execution.
Education
Bachelor of Business (Actuarial Science) - Actuarial Science
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore 01.1995 - 1998.05
Skills
People and Culture
undefinedCertification
Associateship of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII)
Timeline
Thought Leadership in Learning & Development
05-2023
Edvocate Leadership Award
05-2022
Co-Founder
Uplyrn Pte Ltd
01.2021 - Current
Certified Coach, International Coaching Federation
06-2019
Trainer, Coach, Mentor
Palm & Oak Consultancy
04.2012 - 1 2021
Associateship of the Chartered Insurance Institute (ACII)
06-2004
Senior Vice President
Marsh & McLennan Companies
11.2002 - 03.2012
Assistant Treaty Manager
Everest Reinsurance Company
01.2000 - 11.2002
Executive Officer
Singapore Reinsurance Company
05.1998 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Business (Actuarial Science) - Actuarial Science
Nanyang Technological University
01.1995 - 1998.05
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