Fran Shen
About Fran Shen
Fran Shen is the Associate Director of Institutional Relations at Temasek, with a diverse background in international relations, insurance, and journalism.
Professional Title and Current Role
Fran Shen is currently serving as the Associate Director of Institutional Relations at Temasek. In this capacity, Fran plays a pivotal role in managing the company's interactions and relationships with various institutional partners. With over six years at Temasek, Fran has gained substantial experience and expertise in institutional relations, leading initiatives to strengthen the company's external partnerships.
Career at Temasek
Fran Shen began the tenure at Temasek as a Senior Associate, a role held from 2016 to 2017 in Peking, Beijing, China. Over the past several years, Fran has climbed the ranks to the position of Associate Director. This progression reflects a dedication to fostering institutional relationships and commitment to the organization's strategic goals. The career at Temasek highlights a strong foundation in financial and institutional sectors.
Previous Professional Experience
Before joining Temasek, Fran Shen held various significant positions. From 2015 to 2016, Fran worked as a Conference Interpreter and Project Assistant at the International Organization for Migration (IOM). Between 2010 and 2014, Fran served as an Executive Assistant to the CEO at Heliren Insurance Brokers, gaining valuable insights into the insurance industry. Earlier in the career, Fran interned at the United Nations Office at Vienna in 2010 and served as an intern journalist and editor at People's Daily in 2008.
Educational Background
Fran Shen has a strong academic background, having completed a Master's degree in Arts from the University of Bath Institute for Policy Research (IPR) in 2010. Prior to that, Fran earned a Bachelor's degree in Arts from Shanxi University in 2009. This educational foundation has equipped Fran with a deep understanding of policy and arts, which supports the multifaceted roles undertaken in the professional sphere.
Volunteering and Community Involvement
Fran Shen actively participates in various volunteer initiatives through T-Touch, a staff-driven volunteer program at Temasek. Engagements include home improvement projects for underprivileged seniors, educational development play sessions for at-risk children in Mumbai, and sports coaching events to improve communication skills among young adults in London. Additional volunteer work includes community murals in New York, managing a farmer's market in San Francisco, meal provision in Mexico City, creating floral arrangements for the underprivileged in São Paulo, and supporting educational development in Hanoi.