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Pbm Leonard Thangavelu

Country Manager (Asia Pacific) at Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Leonard Thangavelu, PBM, is the Chief Representative at Dubai Chambers in Singapore since July 2023.1 He has over 26 years of experience in general and specialized management in service, supply chain, information technology, and manufacturing sectors across the globe.1 Leonard aims to connect stakeholders from the UAE and other countries for mutual benefit.1 The UAE, in his view, is more than just oil and gas, but an oasis for investors in renewable energy, smart cities, FinTech, and advanced manufacturing.1

His previous roles include:

  • Chief Representative of Dubai Chambers in Singapore1
  • Executive Director at ME-Asia Consultancy Pte Ltd (May 2020 – June 2023), where he connected and advised companies to and from the UAE.1
  • Country Manager (APAC) at Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (December 2018 – April 2021), where he was the regional head promoting trade and commerce to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.1
  • Business Consultant at LAT Consulting (December 2017 – November 2018), specializing in change management within the print, paper, and publishing industry.1
  • Director at Linocraft Printers Sdn Bhd (April 2015 – December 2017), serving as a technical and business advisor.1
  • Director at Markono Document Solutions Pte Ltd (August 2013 – December 2014), responsible for all aspects of business operations.1
  • General Manager, Sales & Marketing at Craft Print International Limited (January 2002 – August 2013), leading sales, marketing, customer service, and logistics teams.1
  • Regional Director (Founding Director) at Distribution Alliance International Private Limited (January 2000 – December 2001), establishing a new Singapore-based printing and distribution solutions arm.1
  • Regional Marketing Manager at Craft Print International Private Limited (October 1997 – September 2000), pivotal in penetrating new markets in Australia.1
  • Assistant Sales & Marketing Manager at Kin Keong Printing Private Limited (August 1995 – September 1997), supporting customer management, order processing, and marketing.1

Leonard Thangavelu attended Nanyang Junior College (1984-1985) and earned a Bachelor of Management (Hons) in Marketing and Finance from The University of Lethbridge (1991-1995).1 He also holds several licenses and certifications, including International and Cross-Cultural Negotiation from ESSEC Business School (June 2024) and various ICDL certifications.1

He was awarded the Pingat Bakti Masyarakat (Public Service Medal) by the President of the Republic of Singapore in August 2020.1 The PBM award is bestowed for notable service to Singapore, allowing recipients to use the post-nominal letters "PBM" after their name.1 He also received the Community 10-Year Long Service Award in August 2019 for community service at the grassroots level.1

Leonard is proficient in English, Malay, and Indonesian.1

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