PANEL PROFILES

Koh Wee Leng

Business Strategy and Technology

Wee Leng, a seasoned leader with nearly three decades of experience at the intersection of business and technology, is a passionate force eager to embrace the future. Witnessing firsthand the massive shifts in the business landscape, he emphasizes agility, adaptability, and innovation in his leadership. Throughout his career, Wee Leng has driven transformational change across diverse geographies, with experiences across Asia Pacific, China, Europe, India, the Middle East, and the Americas. His cultural insights and focus on human talent have been crucial in fostering international collaborations and helping businesses from Singapore expand globally.

As an advocate for lifelong learning, Wee Leng’s commitment to education shines through his role as an adjunct professor at Singapore Management University. He delivers business capstone courses that encourage critical and innovative thinking. Wee Leng believes that learning is a two-way street; it is just as important to provide a leg-up to future leaders, as it is for today’s business leaders to prepare their businesses for sustainable growth as younger leaders step up. His dedication to fostering a progressive learning environment has earned him multiple recognitions and a nomination for an excellent teaching award.

As CEO of Deep Identity, a cybersecurity solutions provider, Wee Leng has significantly improved the company’s performance across Singapore, India, and the Philippines, driving massive operational improvements and customer satisfaction. His leadership has been recognized with the accolade of CEO of the Year in 2023 and 2024 by APAC Insider.

In the entrepreneurial realm, Wee Leng excels at finding synergies between lifestyle, business, and technology. As a wine enthusiast and certified wine consultant, he helps companies with wine events including tasting sessions, classes as well as consulting services. In addition, he also invested in an AI-driven app that democratizes expert wine knowledge and services.

Wee Leng’s global experience reinforces his belief that the business environment will evolve at unprecedented rates. With rapid technological advancements and growing competition, businesses must be nimble and innovative. Internationalization is crucial for sustainable growth, and achieving this often requires more than organic growth. Connecting, partnering, and leveraging technology while adapting to different geopolitical and cultural landscapes should be a key focus in any sustainable growth strategy.

Looking ahead, Wee Leng anticipates a thrilling decade where success will hinge on synergizing people and technology while applying cultural nuances and expanding geographically. He stresses that technology and partnerships will drive success, enabling businesses to scale and innovate swiftly. Excited about the future, Wee Leng is enthusiastic about working with businesses and partners to seize the opportunities of this dynamic era and propel them into a prosperous future.

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