Joel Cheah, Cfa
About Joel Cheah, Cfa
Joel Cheah serves as the CFO for APAC at Vantage Data Centers, bringing extensive experience in finance and investment analysis. He has a strong academic background with degrees from Nanyang Technological University and the National University of Singapore, and has received multiple awards for his contributions to the finance sector.
Work at Vantage Data Centers
Joel Cheah serves as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Vantage Data Centers. He has held this position since 2023, operating from Singapore. In this role, he leads a team of over 40 staff members across three countries, focusing on financial strategy and operations within the data center industry.
Education and Expertise
Joel Cheah holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business, specializing in Banking and Finance, from Nanyang Technological University Singapore, which he completed from 2005 to 2007. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's Degree in Real Estate from the National University of Singapore between 2014 and 2015. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in finance and real estate.
Background
Prior to his current role, Joel Cheah accumulated significant experience in various financial positions. He worked as an Investment Analyst at Phillip Futures for 10 months in 2010-2011. He also served as a Regional Business Analyst at iFAST Corporation Ltd. from 2008 to 2010, covering Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and India. Additionally, he was an Assistant Manager in the Planning Group at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation for 6 months in 2011.
Achievements
Joel Cheah has received recognition for his contributions to the finance sector. His team won the Excellence in Tax Management and Optimisation award at the FutureCFO Excellence Awards 2022. He was also named the Highly Commended Winner for Best Financing Solution at the Adam Smith Asia Awards in 2015. Furthermore, he has successfully led the IPOs of two S-REITs on the Singapore Exchange (SGX).
Speaking Engagements
Joel Cheah is recognized as a sought-after guest speaker at institutes of higher learning. He shares his insights on various topics including Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), structuring, financing, and investor relations. His expertise in these areas contributes to his reputation as a knowledgeable figure in the finance and real estate sectors.