Our Team
Multiple Disciplines. Collective Insights. Lasting Impacts
Asif Iqbal Siddiqui
MBA, MSS (Environmental Economics), PhD (Sustainability Policy)
Director, Circular Economics Pte Ltd, Singapore.
Senior Visiting Scholar, Economic Growth Centre, Nanyang Technological University
Dr. Siddiqui is an environmental economist and a sustainability expert with nearly 25 years of experience working internationally with industry partners, government agencies, and academic institutions. He started his career in 1997 as an Environmental Economist with the IUCN – World Bank’s Green Accounting Initiative, advocating for the business case for sustainable development. He has since then participated in many high-level policy negotiations, including at the United Nations, the Conference of the Parties (COP), and provided advisory services to governments and industries on climate finance, energy transition, carbon market, social development, impact evaluation, and sustainable development.
In 2022, he was invited as the keynote speaker at the 36th Singapore Economic Roundtable’s special session on Sustainability Policy. In 2024, he received the SICCI’s inaugural Sustainability Award from the Honorable President of Singapore for his contribution to innovative sustainability solutions.
ESG strategies, Carbon market, Climate finance & Sustainable development
Osman Faiz
Bachelor of Commerce, MBA (Finance),
Fellow of the Singapore Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF)
Mr Faiz has over 25 years of international experience, with leadership roles at Standard Chartered (CIO, COO, Global Head – Core Banking) and Permata Bank. He helped establish AMTD Digital in Singapore and served as Director of the Singapore Clearing House Association, and was awarded the IBF Fellow in Technology and Operations. He co-chaired the national KYC 2.0 initiative with MAS and ABS. A recognized thought leader in sustainable finance and digital banking, he also champions diversity and inclusion.
He received the Gender Equality Impact Award from Singapore’s President and was named a Global Top 50 Champion of Women in Business by Financial Times and INvolve.
Banking operations, Financing strategies, Green finance integration
Atiq Zaman
MSC (Environmental Engineering), PhD (Sustainable Waste Management)
Visiting Circular Economy Coordinator, The United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Dr. Zaman is a leading circular economy and zero-waste expert with extensive experience in demand-driven research and capacity building, working in partnership with governments, businesses, industries, communities, and global agencies. Recognised among the world’s top 2% scientists by Stanford/Elsevier, he is ranked as the 2nd most highly cited researcher in ‘zero waste’ and 3rd in ‘sustainable waste management’ on Google Scholar. His expertise extends to designing and delivering training programmes that translate cutting-edge research into practical, scalable solutions for sustainability challenges. Dr. Zaman has served on prestigious technical working groups, including the Australian Packaging Covenant Organization (2022–2023) and the United Nations Council of Engineers for the Energy Transition (2022–2025), where he contributed to shaping policy, innovation, and best practices for a sustainable future.
Circular economy, Zero waste, Lifecycle assessment
Constanze Meier
BBA, Grad. Dip. (Climate Emergency), Specialist Certificate in ESG (Corporate Finance Institute)
Coordinator, World Health Organization Collaborative Center for the West Pacific
Ms Meier is a global health and sustainability specialist with over a decade of international managerial experience across Germany, Austria, Canada, Dubai, Australia, and Singapore. Her expertise lies at the intersection of climate change, health impacts, ESG issues, and ESG reporting, with a particular focus on the healthcare sector. She is currently pursuing doctoral research at the WHO Collaborating Centre for Climate Change and Health Impact Assessment. She has presented internationally on topics such as fast-food regulation, ESG and firm-level sustainability, and circular economy models in fashion, with engagements in Singapore, Dubai, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Australia. As an experienced educator, she has also delivered over 200 training sessions, led high-profile stakeholder engagements, and facilitated policy workshops with diverse stakeholders.
ESG & circularity in healthcare, Health impact of climate change
Wayne Siew
BSC (Engineering), MSC (Applied Finance), Diploma in Fund Management & Fund Administration, Specialist Diploma in Corporate Secretarial Services Expert Singapore Certified Management Consultant with TÜV SÜD, Senior Advisor to SMU and NUS Enterprise Leadership Transformation (ELT) Programs, Associate to the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants
Mr. Siew is a seasoned business strategist and educator with over two decades of experience driving growth, innovation, and competitive advantage for global and regional businesses. Early in his career, he held leadership roles with multinational corporations such as Procter & Gamble, Hewlett-Packard, British Telecoms, IBM, Oracle, and Microsoft. Since 2015, he has focused on consultancy, partnering with business leaders to navigate complex markets and develop sustainable, future-ready ventures. A certified expert consultant and capacity builder, he has designed and delivered executive programmes, leadership workshops, and sustainability strategy sessions for diverse industries. Drawing on deep knowledge of Singapore’s corporate governance and sustainability requirements and international best practices, Mr. Siew equips organisations to embed sustainability into core business models. In his capacity as an educator, he has also lectured at NTU, NUS, SMU and KAIST University in South Korea.
Corporate governance, Business strategies, Project management
Kane Tan
BSC (Computer Engineering),
PMI Certified Project Management Professional
Mr. Kane is an experienced executive with a proven track record in leading diverse teams through complex challenges and delivering sustainable, meaningful change. With over 15 years of leadership experience at Standard Chartered Bank and United Overseas Bank, he has successfully driven strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and cross-border collaborations. While in the banking sector, he served as a member of Singapore’s National Ma rket Practice Group, where he championed market efficiency and industry best practices. As a trainer and capacity builder, Mr. Kane leverages his expertise to equip leaders with the skills to navigate disruption, embrace digital transformation, and embed sustainability into their core strategies. Guided by a vision to be a catalyst for sustainable transformation, he integrates digitalisation, lifelong learning, and transformational leadership into impactful training programmes.
Fintech, big data & AI based skill inventory planning
Rokibul Huq
BSC (Design), MSC (Architecture),
Member of the Singapore Institute of Architects
Mr Huq is an architect and design professional with around 10 years of experience leading a wide range of projects, including offices, mixed-use developments, residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional, and master planning ventures across Southeast and South Asia. With a special focus on the next generation built environment, he guides projects from concept design to execution, embedding the principles of circularity and sustainability at every stage. Mr Huq has extensive experience in training and capacity building for industry professionals, sharing expertise on sustainable design strategies, resource efficiency, and climate-responsive architecture. Well-versed in Singapore’s Green Mark requirements and green building codes, as well as international green design standards, he integrates global best practices with local regulations to deliver high-impact, environmentally responsible solutions.
Circularity and sustainability in the built environment
Simon Wood
Diploma (Strategic Management),
Member of Royal Yachting Association (RYA)
Mr. Wood brings nearly four decades of hands-on experience in maritime operations, business development, and strategic leadership across Asia, Europe, and Australia. With professional exposure in over 23 countries, he has earned a strong reputation as a coalition builder and strategic advisor in the marine and yachting industries. His expertise spans structuring international partnerships, managing multi-stakeholder projects, and building capacity in emerging maritime markets through targeted training and skills development programmes. Mr. Wood also conducts advisory sessions on sustainable maritime infrastructure, drawing on his knowledge of international green certification standards in the maritime industry, where his ability to integrate sustainability principles into operational and strategic planning ensures resilient, future-ready solutions.
Maritime Industry Development & Operations
Achmad Room Fitrianto
PhD in Economic Geography, MSS (Public Policy)
Dr. Fitrianto is a distinguished academic, researcher, and corporate trainer specializing in Indonesia’s green and inclusive economy. Currently serving as Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Collaboration at the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya, he brings extensive experience in sustainable development, Islamic economics, and community empowerment. As a corporate trainer and consultant, he combines academic rigor with practical insights to help organizations navigate the transition toward sustainability. His expertise includes green economy strategies, governance reform, and community-based innovation—supporting Indonesia’s transformation into a more inclusive and environmentally responsible economic future. He holds a PhD in Economic Geography from Curtin University, Australia, and dual Master’s degrees in Islamic Economics and Public Policy. His work emphasizes strengthening MSMEs, advancing green entrepreneurship, and promoting sustainable village tourism as pathways to equitable economic growth.
Indonesian economy, Inclusive & sustainable development
Lio Hebert
BSc (Eng.) MSc (Eng Mgmt) PhD (Industrial Precincts Energy Transition)
Dr. Hebert is a seasoned corporate trainer and decarbonisation specialist with over 15 years of experience spanning research, consulting, and industry practice. His expertise lies in the early stages of the energy transition—designing sustainability strategies, modelling decarbonisation pathways, and delivering cost-effective solutions for emissions reduction and operational efficiency. He has worked extensively with leading research collaborations, including the Sustainable Built Environment National Research Centre, the CRC for Low Carbon Living, and RACE for 2030, delivering practical, evidence-based insights that drive effective decarbonisation and future-ready business transformation. He also advises governments, industries, and communities on adopting low-carbon technologies and sustainable mobility solutions with experience across transport, mining, and heavy industry. He has a Bachelor’s in ocean engineering & naval architecture and a Master’s in engineering management from Florida Institute of Technology, and a PhD in sustainability policy from Curtin University.
Energy transition and decarbonisation strategies, Industrial microgrids
Abu Yusuf Swapan
BSc (Arch), MSc (Arch), PhD (Sustainable built environment)
Member of the Planning Institute of Australia
Dr. Swapan is a specialist in urban planning and sustainable built environments, with over 15 years of experience across academia, research, and practice. He has contributed to numerous urban design and development projects in Singapore, Germany, and Australia, focusing on sustainable construction, green buildings, and liveable neighbourhoods. He holds a PhD from Curtin University, a Master’s in Architecture from Anhalt University of Applied Science (Germany), and a Bachelor’s in Architecture from the Bangladesh University of Engineering & Technology (BUET). His work reflects a deep commitment to advancing sustainable urbanism and resilient city planning globally.
Urban planning, sustainable built environment
Dinh Quoc Thai Hoang
MBA
Hogan is a strongly global-minded education professional who developed his all-rounded expertise via holding various positions in the international education industry worldwide. Throughout his professional years, he was able to rub elbows and collaborate with educators and institutional agents at various levels—from private agencies to governmental departments, from K-12 to higher education industries, and from different parts of the world such as Vietnam, Australia and Southeast Asian countries.
Business Development