Alan Tea, PhD
About Alan Tea, PhD
Alan Tea, PhD, serves as the Managing Director at Talogy, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a PhD from Singapore Management University and has over a decade of experience in evaluating candidates and coaching leaders across multiple regions.
Work at Talogy
Alan Tea serves as the Managing Director at Talogy, which encompasses PSI Talent Management, Cubiks, and 15 other talent organizations. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the integration and strategic direction of the company. His role involves overseeing operations and ensuring the delivery of talent management solutions to clients worldwide.
Education and Expertise
Alan Tea holds a PhD from Singapore Management University, where he focused on strategic management. He also earned a Master of Arts (M.A.) by research from the National University of Singapore, specializing in cognitive linguistics and pragmatics. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (2nd Upper) from the same institution. His educational background supports his expertise in evaluating managerial capabilities and organizational dynamics.
Background
Before joining Talogy, Alan Tea was the Managing Director at PSI Caliper from 2008 to 2021, where he gained extensive experience in talent evaluation. He has worked with over 10,000 candidates for various clients over a decade. His previous role as Adjunct Faculty at Singapore Management University from 2011 to 2020 allowed him to share his knowledge in strategic management with students.
Achievements
Alan Tea has coached and trained thousands of mid- to senior-level leaders across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. He has designed and delivered numerous leadership and organizational programs tailored for C-suite executives, senior management, and high-potential talent. His entrepreneurial experience includes acquiring a joint venture, leading it to profitability, and successfully selling it to a larger acquirer after eight years.