Serena Khoo
About Serena Khoo
Serena Khoo is the Director of Public Affairs at Temasek International, with over three decades of experience in public affairs and communications.
Director, Public Affairs at Temasek International
Serena Khoo serves as the Director of Public Affairs at Temasek International. She has been with the company since October 2006, bringing over 17 years of experience to the role. At Temasek International, she is responsible for managing and overseeing the public affairs functions, leveraging her extensive knowledge in strategic communications and public relations.
Professional Experience at Ernst & Young
From 2000 to 2006, Serena Khoo worked at Ernst & Young as the Director of Marketing & Communications. Over her six years at the company, she led teams in developing and executing marketing and communication strategies. Her experience at Ernst & Young bolstered her expertise in creating effective communication campaigns and managing corporate image.
Background in Tourism and Media
Serena Khoo worked at the Singapore Tourism Board as an Assistant Director from 1997 to 2000. Prior to that, she spent six years at the Singapore Broadcasting Corporation (now MediaCorp, Singapore), holding the roles of Executive Producer and Head, Feature Writer. These roles enabled her to gain significant insights into the tourism and media industries, enhancing her abilities in strategic planning and media production.
Educational Background
Serena Khoo attended the National University of Singapore, where she studied Political Science, English Language and achieved Bachelor of Arts & Bachelor of Social Sciences (Hons). Prior to her university studies, she was a student at Methodist Girls School. Her educational background provided her with a solid foundation in analytical thinking and effective communication.
Public Affairs Advisor at Mobil Oil Singapore
In 1994, Serena Khoo worked as a Public Affairs Advisor at Mobil Oil Singapore for 11 months. This role marked one of her early steps into the corporate sector, where she was involved in managing public relations and corporate communications.