Desmond Tan

Desmond Tan (CBCP) is an experienced professional in business continuity management and operations, currently serving as AVP of Business Continuity Management at OCBC Bank since February 2021. Prior to this role, Desmond held positions at SMRT Corporation Ltd as Manager of Operation Readiness, where responsibilities included coordinating crisis management and business continuity policies, and at Certis as Senior Operations Manager, leading a large team in airport security operations at Changi Airport, earning multiple awards for excellence in service. Desmond's earlier career in the Singapore Armed Forces included roles as Company Commander and Trainer, where leadership and training methodologies were developed to enhance operational capabilities. Holding a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Nanyang Technological University, Desmond combines strong analytical skills with extensive practical experience in crisis management and operational readiness across diverse sectors.