ABOUT ME
For over two decades, I have navigated through a diverse spectrum of roles in the sports and fitness industry, blending hands-on coaching with governance and executive leadership. This multifaceted journey commenced with foundational experiences in triathlon, guided by the wisdom of esteemed mentors from South Africa, United States and Australia. This early phase was instrumental in cultivating emerging talents, laying a solid foundation for my career trajectory.
A defining period of my career was my engagement at the prestigious Singapore Sports School, an institution where I not only sharpened my coaching acumen in athletics, through both British and German methodologies, but also deepened my insight into athlete development and performance excellence. My role here was transformative, directly influencing the growth of young athletes and eventually guiding four of them; two triathletes, one pentathlete and one sprinter to compete over two Youth Olympic Games, a testament to our collective commitment to excellence.
Evolving into significant leadership positions, I served as Technical Director at National level, entrusted with steering the strategic direction for athlete development on an international scale. My global contribution extended as an international facilitator and mentor for World Triathlon, where I played a pivotal role in elevating coach education standards and enhancing athlete development internationally.
At the Asian level, my efforts as an executive board member were dedicated to nurturing the sport's growth and achieving excellence across the continent. This commitment underscored my dedication to the broaden the sporting community and its developmental aspirations.
My engagement with sports transcended competitive and organizational boundaries, also extending into charitable work with youth-at-risk in the last five years. These initiatives allowed me to use sports as a vehicle for discipline, teamwork, and self-improvement, driving personal and societal transformation.
Before co-founding WORLD Coaches Academy, my varied experiences reinforced my conviction in sports as a powerful force for positive transformation. This education organization is the culmination of this journey, providing sports coaches and fitness professionals across Asia with premier certification and education. This initiative mirrors my deep-seated professional knowledge and a fervent commitment to social impact, with a special emphasis on empowering marginalized communities.
In striving to effect real change and foster a positive impact, I place greater value on outcomes rather than mere outputs. It's the enduring transformations we catalyze, rather than the immediate products of our efforts, that truly matter. This outlook steers my actions towards generating meaningful, lasting differences that deeply resonate. Through this commitment to my philosophy, I seek not only to inspire and lead but to foster a culture of excellence that goes beyond traditional definitions of success, aiming to enrich lives and strengthen communities with humility and purpose.
As I look towards the future, my commitment to empowering, educating, and leading the next generation of sports professionals remains unwavering. With a focus on continuous learning and sharing knowledge, I aim to pioneer innovative changes in the pathways for both sports and fitness, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their starting point, has the opportunity to achieve their highest potential.
MY PHILOSOPHY
Rooted deeply in the ethic of total commitment and effort, my philosophy is guided by the belief that anything worth doing demands our full engagement and utmost dedication. This principle is the foundation of all my endeavors, ensuring that my actions are not just undertaken, but are pursued with passion and the highest level of commitment.
Central to my beliefs is the idea that the well-being of individuals is paramount, surpassing any conventional metrics of performance or output. My approach to coaching is therefore human-first, focusing on nurturing the individual, honouring their journey, and prioritizing their needs and those of their families - One of the core cultural values of Asians. This ethos cultivates an environment that is not just supportive but empowering, encouraging growth and development in a comprehensive and caring manner.