Hong Sin Kwek

Verified Expert in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity & Crowdfunding

Co-Founder, Strategist & Global Relationship Officer at ASEAN Chief Information Officer Association (ACIOA)
Founder & CEO of Sinwattana Crowdfunding Corporation Ltd., Thailand — the first officially licensed equity crowdfunding platform by Thailand’s SEC.

Over 20 Years of Expertise in :
– Leading CIO communities in ASEAN
– Cybersecurity strategy & SOC operations
– Building SME crowdfunding platforms
– Driving digital transformation across ASEAN.

Core Expertise
Bio

Hong Sin Kwek is a founder, strategist, and connector in the ASEAN CIO community. She managed Asia’s first SOC projects and consulted for NetWitness and Boeing/Narus. During COVID-19, she pioneered virtual LIVECHAT sessions for ASEAN CIOs. Since 2013, she has led Sinwattana, Thailand’s first SEC-licensed equity crowdfunding platform, expanding SME access to transparent capital.

Education

– THNK School of Creative Leadership: Life Degree, Creative Thought Leadership (2016–2017), Participated in Module 1 from 10th to 16th September 2016, Joined a global network of THNKers focused on exploring and expanding impact through creative leadership.
– THNK School of Creative Leadership: Creative Thought Leadership, Leadership (2016), THNK’s executive training develops commercial, social, and corporate entrepreneurs into impactful innovation leaders.
– Raffles College: Psychology (2009)

Skill

– Strategic & Digital Capabilities: Digital Transformation Strategy | Cybersecurity Operations | Crowdfunding & Fintech Innovation | Data Governance & Ecosystem Thinking
– Leadership & Management: Creative & Thought Leadership | Community & Ecosystem Building | Strategic Partnership Management | Public-Private Sector Engagement
– Soft Skills & Influence: Public Speaking & Storytelling | Cross-cultural Communication | Negotiation & Change Leadership | Mentorship & Advocacy for Women in Tech

Work Experience

2025 – Present

Business & Investment Director
Famne Works

– Leading partnerships and scaling healthtech solutions across ASEAN.
– Driving AI-powered pressure injury prevention and ESG-focused investments.

2025 – Present
2022 – Present

Co-Founder & Strategist
TClOA (Thailand CIO Association)

– Reforming Thailand’s CIO leadership.
– Promoting digital platform models and strategic growth for executives.

2022 – Present
2016 – Present

Partner & Group CEO
XaasSERVICE Holdings

– Overseeing investments and sustainable business transitions.
– Supporting legacy-building and relationship-based business models.

2016 – Present
2017 – 2023

Founder
Phoenixict Technologies Co., Ltd

– Delivered SMARTcity, cybersecurity, and ICT innovation projects.
– Helped clients position for global expansion.

2017 – 2023
2013 – 2020

CEO & Founder
PHOENIXICT

– Built one of the first regional platforms for digital crowdfunding.
– Led governance, stakeholder trust, and inclusive entrepreneurship.

2013 – 2020
2015 – 2017

Senior Consultant
National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), Thailand

– Led Smart Cities, digital manufacturing and startup support.
– Bridged public-private-academic innovation networks.

2015 – 2017
2013 – 2014

Head of Marketing, ANZ & South Asia
Cloud Security Alliance (CSA)

– Directed PR and brand initiatives across APAC.
– Supported CSA Summits and stakeholder education.

2013 – 2014
2012 – 2013

Board Director
CSA Singapore Chapter

– Led regional marketing and PR outreach for cloud security awareness.

2012 – 2013
2012 – 2013

Managing Director
Singapore & Thailand – EGUARDIAN

– Headed ASEAN expansion for IT security services.
– Represented world-class vendors in cybersecurity.

2012 – 2013
2011 – 2012

Business Development Director
ASEAN – Narus (Boeing Subsidiary)

– Provided traffic intelligence, security, and cyber threat detection for ASEAN clients.

2011 – 2012
2009 – 2011

Director of Operations
Asia – NetWitness

– Delivered deep-packet inspection (DPI), DLP, SIEM, and threat intelligence services.

2009 – 2011
2004 – 2015

International Liaison Officer
CI016

– Supported ICT planning and collaboration for ASEAN economic forums.
– Worked with governments to advance national ICT agendas.

2004 – 2015
2001 – 2010

Regional MD
Quantia International

– Led cyber-forensics and data recovery operations across Asia.
– Built strong government and enterprise client base.

2001 – 2010
1987 – 1989

Channel Account Manager
S&S Technologies Pte Ltd

– Managed sales channels and 3Com/HP networking product exports.

1987 – 1989

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