Joelle Pang
About Joelle Pang
Joelle Pang serves as the Southeast Asia Expansion Lead at Acumen, where she focuses on building a social impact ecosystem in the region. With over 15 years of experience in technology, strategy, and business development, she has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations, including Acumen Academy and FastCo Malaysia.
Current Role at Acumen
Joelle Pang serves as the Southeast Asia Expansion Lead at Acumen, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for developing and executing strategies to establish a strong social impact ecosystem across the Southeast Asia region. Her work focuses on addressing social challenges and empowering communities through innovative solutions.
Previous Experience at Acumen Academy
Prior to her current role, Joelle worked at Acumen Academy as a Malaysia Fellow in 2023 for 11 months. During her fellowship, she engaged in various initiatives aimed at fostering social entrepreneurship and enhancing the impact of community-driven projects in Malaysia.
Educational Background
Joelle completed her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) with a double specialization in Marketing and Business Law at Nanyang Technological University Singapore from 2004 to 2007. She also studied at the University of Hull, where she obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in 2006. This educational foundation supports her extensive career in business development and strategy.
Recognition and Honors
Joelle has been recognized as a Gen.T 2023 Honouree in the Technology category, highlighting her contributions and influence in the tech sector. Additionally, she was awarded the title of Entrepreneur of the Year (Asia) at the Women in IT Awards in 2019, acknowledging her entrepreneurial achievements and leadership in the industry.
Diverse Professional Experience
Joelle has over 15 years of diverse experience in technology, strategy, and business development. Her career includes significant roles such as General Manager at FastCo Malaysia, where she led initiatives for FastJobs and FastGig, and as a Market Launcher for Wantedly Inc. in Hong Kong. She has also contributed to various organizations, including the U.S. Department of State and Singapore Airlines, showcasing her broad expertise in different sectors.