Lionel Teo 张淞杰
About Lionel Teo 张淞杰
Lionel Teo is a Product Owner with a strong background in data science and machine learning, currently working at Xfers in Singapore. He has previously held roles at GovTech Singapore, the Ministry of Manpower, and the Housing & Development Board, and has studied at Stanford University and the University of Chicago.
Work at Xfers
Currently, Lionel Teo serves as a Product Owner at Xfers, a fintech company in Singapore. He has held this position since 2021. In this role, he has played a key part in the launch and strategic growth of products such as StraitsX Earn and Xfers Earn. His responsibilities include overseeing the entire process from business plan development to market introduction, ensuring that products align with market needs and company objectives.
Previous Experience at GovTech Singapore
Lionel Teo worked at GovTech Singapore as a Data Scientist and Consultant in the Data Science and AI Division from 2019 to 2020. During his tenure, he contributed to various data-driven projects, leveraging his expertise in data science to support government initiatives and enhance decision-making processes.
Background in Public Sector Roles
Before joining Xfers, Lionel held several positions in the public sector. He served as Assistant Director at the Ministry of Manpower from 2015 to 2018, where he focused on policy development and implementation. Additionally, he worked as a Manager in Policy and Sales Operations at the Housing & Development Board from 2013 to 2015, contributing to housing policies and operational strategies.
Education and Expertise
Lionel Teo has a strong academic background, having studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Master of Science in Management Science & Engineering from 2010 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Chicago, completed between 2007 and 2010. Furthermore, he pursued coursework towards an MBA at the China Europe International Business School from 2020 to 2021. His education complements his expertise in agile project management and data science.
Experience in Strategy and Consulting
In addition to his roles in the public sector and fintech, Lionel Teo briefly worked at Huobi Global in 2021 as a Strategy Project Consultant for four months. This position allowed him to apply his analytical skills and strategic thinking in the cryptocurrency sector, further broadening his experience in project management and business strategy.