Ethan Chan
@ethanchan84
COO & Sales Director with 15+ yrs in SaaS, global sales & growth. AI/ML consultant helping businesses scale and transform.
What I'm looking for
Experienced Chief Operating Officer and Sales Director with a proven track record in the information technology and services industry. Expertise includes SaaS, global sales strategy, key account management, and business development, supported by over 15 years of experience in business analysis and driving product and organizational growth.
An Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning enthusiast with hands-on experience delivering multiple AI/ML solutions as a freelance consultant. Actively advises business leaders on strategic adoption and deployment of AI/ML technologies to optimize operations and accelerate business transformation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder (Software Studio)
Sandbox Hub
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Founded and led a software studio delivering custom web/mobile applications and AI/ML solutions, including system integration and automation. Directed end-to-end delivery across ideation, development, deployment, and post-launch optimization for industries spanning IoT, logistics, telecoms, healthcare, finance, and retail.
Chief Operating Officer
SR Total Digital
Sep 2021 - Dec 2023 (2 years 3 months)
Led COO operations and delivery execution for IoT and tower monitoring solutions, overseeing real-time visibility and predictive maintenance capabilities. Drove regional execution across Malaysia and Indonesia, building operational strategy and digital transformation initiatives including TMS, OSS/BSS integration, and GIS-enabled solutions.
Chief Operating Officer
Anacle Data
Sep 2017 - Jul 2021 (3 years 10 months)
Managed 3 regional offices (Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia) and guided company strategy for smart city programs serving government and public sector clients. Led business analysis, large-scale project management, government and corporate relationships, and channel partner growth while overseeing integrated solutions spanning ERP, IoT, smart metering, BIM, and digital twins.
Sales and Technical Director
Axis Solutions (HK)
Aug 2012 - Aug 2017 (5 years)
Directed sales and technical engagement for manufacturing ERP and warehouse management solutions across Asia markets, including Vietnam and Thailand. Expanded channel partnerships and supported product improvement through collaboration with R&D, including planning and delivery of interactive warehouse/production platforms with 3D visualization.
Senior Manager (Sales)
Nexus Solutions
Dec 2008 - Jul 2012 (3 years 7 months)
Established deal qualification criteria and conducted sales checkpoints to mature deal content and support revenue delivery. Implemented sales and marketing strategic goals, led sales teams for telecom/IP offerings with distribution partners, and drove hiring, training, and continuous development of sales leadership.
Business Development Executive
CTI Computing
Dec 2006 - Nov 2008 (1 year 11 months)
Managed telephony channel business partners and end-client expectations while delivering solution proposals for CRM/ERP and contact center offerings. Grew sales through existing and new clients and supported top management in developing and executing sales plans.
Radio Engineer
Amtel Berhad
Nov 2005 - Nov 2006 (1 year)
Provided customer support for Motorola 2-way radio, repeater, trunking, and mobile radio systems, including troubleshooting and repair of radio circuit boards. Analyzed radio frequency behavior and produced findings through reporting to support system reliability.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Sunderland
Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics & Electrical Engineering
2008 - 2011
Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics & Electrical Engineering at the University of Sunderland (2008–2011).
Tunku Abdul Rahman College
Business Diploma, Electronics Engineering
2002 - 2005
Business Diploma in Electronics Engineering at Tunku Abdul Rahman College (2002–2005).
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