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ABOUT SHERMIN
Shermin Chan leverages her expertise in corporate innovation, having worked in various high-impact roles globally, including in Mexico City, Tokyo, and Saudi Arabia. With a strong background in economics from Yale-NUS and significant positions in healthcare, FinTech, and Mobility Tech industries, she has consistently pushed the envelope on traditional business practices through her pioneering strategies and innovative approaches. Shermin's current role at NEOM involves developing and managing digital mobility solutions, aiming to integrate cutting-edge technologies with urban development for sustainable future cities.
NAVIGATING THROUGH CHALLENGES WITH EMPATHY AND INSIGHT.
Shermin Chan
SHERMIN IN A NUTSHELL
Planning and Innovation Lead, Digital Mobility
NEOM
area of expertise
Public Services / Governmental Administration Singapore 🇸🇬
companies Shermin has worked for
SHERMIN AS A LEADER
Shermin believes in the power of change through innovation and strategic growth. Her success is defined by her ability to adapt, evolve, and make impactful decisions that transcend traditional business practices. Success, to Shermin, involves a multidirectional approach to growth that encompasses personal development and influencing organizational change. She values the journey of continuous learning and the relentless pursuit of personal and professional evolution, ensuring her actions contribute positively to her industry and society.
Leadership is not about authority, but about empowering and lifting others.
Great Leaders create a safe space for their team to be their authentic selves.
The future of leadership is female.
When I think of a leader, I think of my female mentor who is the true embodiment of empathy, boldness, and people-first.
INNOVATION DRIVES MY ACTIONS AND DECISIONS.
Shermin Chan
SHERMIN ON SUSTAINABLE IMPACT
Shermin advocates for an innovative approach to leadership by promoting progressive change and enhancing business practices. Her philosophy emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in driving sustainable impact. By integrating advanced digital solutions in mobility, Shermin is actively contributing to the development of smarter, more efficient urban environments, reflecting her commitment to improving quality of life and advancing economic development through thoughtful innovation.
SHERMIN ON NAVIGATING CHALLENGES
Facing challenges such as managing difficult stakeholders and promoting innovation in traditional environments, Shermin has learned to navigate these by building strategic alliances and fostering a culture of openness and adaptability. She emphasizes the importance of understanding stakeholder dynamics and using empathetic leadership to drive change, demonstrating how strategic relationship building and a clear vision for innovation can overcome resistance and lead to successful outcomes.
EACH STEP IN MY CAREER HAS BEEN A BUILDING BLOCK TO MY LEADERSHIP.
Shermin on becoming a better leader
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