Wendy Tan White Mbe
About Wendy Tan White Mbe
Wendy Tan White MBE is the Chief Executive Officer of Intrinsic and a Visiting Clore Professor at the Royal College of Art. She has held various leadership roles in technology and innovation, including positions at Hibu, Planet, and The Alan Turing Institute, and has co-founded the website builder Moonfruit.
Current Role at Intrinsic
Wendy Tan White serves as the Chief Executive Officer at Intrinsic, a position she has held since 2021. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she leads the organization in its mission to advance technology and innovation. Her leadership focuses on driving strategic initiatives and fostering a culture of innovation within the company.
Previous Experience at Hibu
Prior to her current role, Wendy Tan White worked at Hibu as Vice-President of Digital from 2012 to 2015. During her tenure in London, United Kingdom, she was responsible for overseeing digital strategy and operations, contributing to the company's growth in the digital space.
Educational Background
Wendy Tan White has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Imperial College London. Additionally, she holds a Master of Arts in Design for Material Futures from the University of the Arts London, specifically from Central St. Martins, and a Master of Science in Management Science with a focus on Operational Research and Computing from Cranfield University.
Achievements and Recognition
In 2016, Wendy Tan White was awarded an MBE for her services to technology and business by the Queen. She has also been recognized for her contributions to the digital economy as a member of the UK Digital Economic Council and the World Economic Forum’s 2030Vision Technology Leaders Group.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Wendy Tan White has held various board memberships and advisory roles throughout her career. She served as a Board Trustee at The Alan Turing Institute from 2016 to 2020 and was an Advisory Board Member for the Government Digital Service from 2016 to 2018. Currently, she is involved with Imperial College London as an Advisory Board member for the Dyson School of Design Engineering since 2014.