Jovan Tan
About Jovan Tan
Jovan has vast experience in launching & consulting for for-profit and non-profit enterprises. Previously, he has led notable projects and built business units from scratch to profitability. More recently, he was involved in venture capital, teaching, and research. He is a Fellow with the World Economic Forum’s Shaping the Future of Advanced Manufacturing and Value Chains Platform. As a Fellow of the Forum, he co-leads initiatives and fosters collaborations and communities relating to Innovation in Manufacturing and Sustainability. He is also the Chief Evangelist of TRIA, a global sustainable food packaging company that helps food service brands to close their waste loop and achieve zero waste. In his capacity, he fervently champions its cause, supports its growth efforts, and advises the senior leadership team on strategic issues. Apart from his entrepreneurial endeavors, he is also an active researcher pursuing his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree with the National University of Singapore. His research interest is in applied innovation and sustainability, where Restorative Innovation is his most notable work. He has also been regularly featured on respectable media outlets, including Channel NewsAsia’s Money Mind and CNA938, for his thought leadership and expertise in sustainability and the circular economy. Jovan actively gives back to the community by serving as the Chairman of the SAFRA Entrepreneurs’ Club. He is also an adjunct lecturer with Singapore Polytechnic and an advisor to King Mongkut’s University of Technology Thonburi’s STEAM Platform of Transformation. He is also appointed to the national working group to develop standards and technical references on sustainable packaging for the Singapore Standards Council. Jovan earned his first degree in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Adelaide. He also holds a Master of Science in Management from the National University of Singapore and two Diplomas from Singapore Polytechnic. Google Scholar Profile: tinyurl.com/gsjovantan