• personal Motto

    Learning every day!

    Professional Summary

    From leading cross-functional teams to implementing digital transformation, HR, systems, learning strategies, and tailored innovation programs, William is a results-focused leader who leverages value-based approaches with empathetic technologies to bridge the gaps. He believes in charting a strategic vision with HR strategy, business development, codesign research in practice, and operational excellence in change management.

    With over 15 years of expertise in strategic planning, technology development, community health, care support programs and community-based interventions to address complex problems in ageing issues, chronic disease management, and disabilities, William is known for driving codesign efforts through design sprints, courses and workshops that deliver measurable outcomes. He advocates for human-centric, evidence-based interventions and believes in transformational leadership in designing holistic care systems, integrated services, rehabilitation, reintegration, and return-to-work (caregivers) programs.

    • Experienced in driving codesign, AI-driven innovation, and organisational development within healthcare and community health sectors.
    • Proven track record in competency framework design, multi-disciplinary care models, and stakeholder engagement that advance program development.
    • Skilled in aligning strategic planning, high-impact policies and continuity of care with programmes and technology implementations.
    • Expertise in developing integrated learning platforms and AI-enhanced methodologies that drive stakeholder engagement, streamline system processes and elevate organisational performance.
    • Known for designing impactful programs that empower healthcare professionals and emerging talent to address complex challenges, fostering sustainable and community-centred initiatives.

    Trilingual in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, with international professional exposure in France, Germany, Japan, Taiwan, and the United States.

  • EXPERIENCE

    Master Trainer (Codesign • Gen AI • Prompt Engineering • Digital Leadership)/ Principal Consultant (HR • People Strategy • Codesign • AI Enablement)

    Spark-a-life (03/2020 - Present)

    • Design Innovation for Health: Co-develop courses with professors that are tailored to equip healthcare professionals (SingHealth Academy), adult learners (OOm Institute), undergraduate students (NUS, SUTD and SIT), and social service staff (AllKin and Lions Befrienders) with practical knowledge and skills in design, systems thinking, lean six sigma.
    • Training and Assessment: Deliver professional courses on topics related to:
      (a) Design for Healthcare Innovation
      (b) ContentStrategy with GenAI
      (c) Prompt Engineering
      (d) People Management
      (e) Conflict Management
      (f) Workplace Communications
      (g) Effective Problem-solving Skills
      (h) Employee Coaching for Workplace
    • Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Partnerships: Led the annual Codesign Week through interdisciplinary collaboration with participation boosted by 35% across the years, where students and industry partners co-designed patient-centred solutions for chronic disease management, ageing issues, dementia care, health and wellness.
    • Resource Development & Funding: Co-authored the Community Wellness Hub Playbook, secured ~$2 million in funding for key stakeholders, mentored students in addressing their knowledge gaps in innovation and transformation, and engaged community partners to co-create innovative solutions through codesign and AI.
    • Value-based Impact Analysis: Developed evidence-based methods for co-designing empathetic technology solutions to support restoration, rehabilitation and reintegration.

    Solution Architect/ Senior Manager, Application Services & Learning Support

    Fujitsu Singapore and other job roles in different sectors (07/2016 – 09/2019)

    • Program Development & Technology Integration: Spearheaded learning strategies and training programs, increasing stakeholder engagement by 30%. Evaluated and implemented technology solutions for improved service experiences.
    • Competency Building & Operations: Implemented risk assessment protocols, competency-based learning frameworks, and a technology roadmap for operational continuity, ensuring high-quality and sustained program development across HR L&D, technology and service functions.
    • Systems Innovation, Process Improvement& Quality Management: Overhauled workflows and optimised LMS platform interfaces to improve accessibility and user experience. Led HR and workforce strategy initiatives, reducing operational costs by 20% while ensuring compliance.
    • Evidence-led Innovation: Led innovation practices and technology risk assessments.

    Head Planning (Senior Police Officer), Service Delivery Department

    Singapore Police Force (05/2012 – 06/2016)

    • Digital Transformation and Systems Improvement: Directed a two-year digital transformation, achieving a 40% reduction in response times and enhancing service accessibility, process ownership and accountability.
    • Operational Workflow and Service Redesign: Revamped police workflows, frontline processes and standard operating procedures, prioritising efficiency and human-centred design for improved service delivery.
    • Capability Building through Training Roadmaps: Developed comprehensive training roadmaps for 2,000 frontline officers, focusing on professionalism, human-centred service quality, teamwork, leadership, and digital skills.
    • Strategic Policy Development: Contributed to policy reviews that standardised service protocols, enhancing officer effectiveness and ensuring consistency.
    • International Relations: Built cooperation and partnerships with other countries.

    Manager, Professional Development, National Community Leadership Institute

    People’s Association (08/2009 – 05/2012)

    • Community Leadership Development: Liaised with universities to discuss the inception of a master's programme in community leadership.
    • Marketing and Content Strategies: Led marketing and content improvement of volunteer and staff training courses, which increased training registrations by 20% annually.
    • Professional Development: Curated professional development courses, outsourced training instructors for staff and grassroots leaders, and coordinated community events with public service officers.
    • Empathy-led Approaches: Identified training needs through empathetic approaches.

    Customer Service Officer, Front-of-House

    The Esplanade Co. Ltd. (12/2005 – 06/2006)

    • Service Leadership: Supervised the Front-Of-House (FOH) operations, including customer service hotline, staff timetable, logistics and basic housekeeping of the indoor and outdoor performance venues.
    • Service Reviews: Revised the standard operating procedures for daily operations, public enquiries, and ushering, improving customer satisfaction by 10% in 6 months. 
    • Service Quality & Logistics: Oversee the quality of services rendered at various touchpoints and ensure that logistics and planning support daily operations.
  • keep learning, and do the Impossible.

    Skills and knowledge are your greatest assets that others can't take away.

  • EDUCATION

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    Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)

    Doctor of Philosophy

    2020 – 2024

    Master of Engineering (Research) in Innovation by Design

    2019 - 2020

    Thesis on Codesign Methodology, Design Research and Innovation Practice

    (with AI-assisted Assessment)

    Academic Director, SUTD Graduate Student Association

    (June 2020 to May 2021)

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    University at Buffalo

    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Communication 

    2006 – 2009

    Minor in Marketing
    Summa cum laude (latin 1st class honours)
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    Nanyang Polytechnic

    Dip in Multimedia & Infocomm Technology with Merit   

    2000 – 2003

    With a focus on Kiosks, Mobile Applications, Service Design and Programming Skills

  • Core SKILLS & Competencies

    Institute for Human Resource Professionals (IHRP) - Senior Professional Certification

    Institute for Adult Learning Singapore - Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA)

    Codesign Methodology, Design Research and Innovation Practice

    Design Innovation, Systems Thinking, Lean and Six Sigma

    Strategy, Planning and Digital Transformation and Systems Integration

    Leadership Development, Change Management, Heutagogy and Pedagogy

    AI, Service Redesign and User Experience, Business Development and Project Management

    Value Stream Mapping, Resource Planning, E-Services, Systems Design, Lean & Six Sigma

  • PERSONAL REFEREE

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    Max Chen
    Founder, Artstree

    I fully recommend William Siew for any position related to service, training, resource planning and business development. I knew him for more than 10 years, and it is rare to see someone with so much enthusiasm and initiative. He is independent and also capable of leading others. His creativity, critical thinking and people skills enable him to fit in any role easily.
  • CONTACT ME

    Make a note to William! (siew_william@yahoo.com)

  • LET'S CHAT!

    Connect with William anywhere, anytime!