Alvan AI Au Yong
About Alvan AI Au Yong
Alvan AI Au Yong serves as the General Manager at PayCargo and has extensive experience in logistics and travel management. He has held various leadership roles across multiple companies and actively invests in startups while mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs.
Current Role at PayCargo
Alvan AI Au Yong serves as the General Manager at PayCargo, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leads the expansion of PayCargo's logistics payment platform in the Asia Pacific region. His responsibilities include overseeing operations and fostering relationships within the logistics industry. He works remotely from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Previous Experience in Logistics and Travel
Alvan has extensive experience in logistics and travel sectors. He worked at DHL Global Forwarding in various capacities, including Head of Ocean Freight in Singapore and District Ocean Freight Head in China. He also held senior roles at Carlson Wagonlit Travel, including Vice President of Global Sales & Program Management for the Asia Pacific region. His tenure at Airbnb as Regional Lead for Airbnb for Work further solidified his expertise in managing supply and operations.
Investment and Advisory Roles
In addition to his managerial roles, Alvan is actively involved in investment and advisory capacities. He has served as an Angel Investor at Oyen® Insurance, Andisor, StoryTiling, and The OneTwo since 2021 and 2022. His focus is on mentoring and advising startups across various stages and sectors, supporting founders in developing strategic visions and execution plans.
Education and Academic Background
Alvan studied at the National University of Singapore, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering with First Class honors from 1999 to 2003. Prior to that, he completed his A-Levels at Raffles Junior College in 1997-1998. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in management and logistics.
Personal Interests and Activities
Outside of his professional commitments, Alvan enjoys competitive football and occasionally plays golf. These activities reflect his interest in sports and physical fitness, contributing to a balanced lifestyle alongside his career in logistics and investment.