I'M
Edwin
Chen.
MANAGING DIRECTOR
01 PROFESSIONAL
MANAGEMENT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
LEADERSHIP
80%
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
90%
COACHING
80%
STRATEGIZING
85%
PROBLEM SOLVING
80%
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
70%
ADAPTABILITY
95%
A MANAGING DIRECTOR OF AN EUROPEAN MNC BASED IN SINGAPORE, EDWIN HAS HAD EXTENSIVE INTERNATIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE. HAVING SPENT OVER A DECADE LIVING AND WORKING IN THAILAND, CHINA AND GERMANY, HE IS CURRENTLY BASED BACK IN SINGAPORE, HIS HOME COUNTRY. HE HAS ENGAGED IN BUSINESS DEALINGS THROUGHOUT ASIA, EUROPE, NORTH AMERICA AND THE MIDDLE EAST.
02 ABOUT Edwin
With over a decade of executive experience, Edwin is a firm believer in lifelong learning. He is motivated by both executing high-impact projects and finding the best solutions in times of challenge. He has also been invaluable in advising businesses and providing consultations to companies in Asia. In 2024, Edwin was named Singapore's 40 under 40 Business Leaders.
An avid scuba diver, Edwin finds peace and tranquillity exploring the underwater world. Passionate about the ocean and its inhabitants, he enjoys exploring dive sites all over the world. He is also a certified master scuba diving trainer. Outside of work, Edwin also enjoys cooking. His love for good food and wine is as strong as his commitment to his career.
03 Experience
2020 - PRESENT
2015 - 2020
CEO - BUHLMANN Singapore
Managing Director - BUHLMANN Asia
Managing operations and making strategic decisions for the Asia Pacific region
Head of Global Projects - BUHLMANN Germany
Establishing project business globally for the Group. Handling all major engineering companies worldwide, including North America, the Middle East and Asia.
2010 - 2015
Managing Director - BUHLMANN China
Restructuring of the China Subsidiary, setting up processes of and managing Chinese procurement for the Group. Managing operations and making strategic decisions.
2009 - 2010
Operations Director - SAWANANDA Thailand and Karl Buhlmann Foundation
Managing property and yacht fleet assets. Organising fund raising and project initiatives in a Thailand non-profit cooperation.
2009 - 2010
2007 - 2009
Executive Assistant to CEO
Handling special projects, taking instructions directly from Group CEO.
Senior Butler (Opening Team) -
ST. REGIS Singapore
Pioneer team in the setting up and launching of St. Regis in Singapore. Part of establishing the signature St. Regis Butler Service ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
