Lilian Lam
About Lilian Lam
Lilian Lam is a Business Development Manager for APAC Surfactants at Stepan Company, bringing over 14 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business development in the chemical industry. She has held various managerial roles at notable companies including Huntsman Corporation and The Lubrizol Corporation, and has a strong educational background in Chemical Engineering and Organizational Leadership.
Current Role at Stepan Company
Lilian Lam serves as the Business Development Manager for APAC Surfactants at Stepan Company. She has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's growth in the surfactants market across the Asia-Pacific region. Her role involves identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and enhancing customer relationships to drive sales and market presence.
Previous Experience at Huntsman Corporation
Lilian Lam has extensive experience at Huntsman Corporation, where she held multiple roles from 2009 to 2015. She served as Sales Manager for ASEAN in Resources, Fuels & Lubes for two years, followed by a year as Regional Market Manager for Fuels, Lubes, and Oilfield. She later transitioned to the role of Regional Market Manager for Energy, focusing on Oilfield and Enhanced Oil Recovery from 2011 to 2015. Her tenure at Huntsman equipped her with significant insights into the chemical industry.
Background in Chemical Engineering
Lilian Lam studied Chemical Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS). This educational foundation has been instrumental in her career in the chemical industry, providing her with the technical knowledge necessary for her various roles in sales and business development.
Leadership and Communication Skills
Lilian Lam demonstrates strong leadership skills, effectively managing and motivating cross-functional teams to meet organizational objectives. She possesses excellent communication skills, which facilitate the establishment of long-term customer relationships. These skills have been crucial in her roles across different companies in the chemical sector.
Professional Development and Training
Lilian Lam participated in the Leadership Development Program at Lake Forest Graduate School of Management from 2018 to 2019. This program focused on Organizational Leadership, enhancing her leadership capabilities and strategic thinking skills, which she applies in her current and past roles.