Brenda Chia

Paladin Capital Group, Board Co-Chair of AAAIM, Experienced Advisor and Investor
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Summary
Brenda Chia is a seasoned strategic advisor with a rich background in advising multinational C-suite executives on complex business issues like global expansion and capital allocation. Passionate about developing successful go-to-market strategies for a wide range of companies from corporations to not-for-profit organizations.
With over 20 years of technology experience, Brenda has been actively involved with agile, rapidly growing organizations as an investor and early team member. She is currently associated with a top cybersecurity investment firm, bringing valuable insights to the table.
In terms of board experience, Brenda has served as the Co-chair for a non-profit board dedicated to diversity and inclusion in the investment industry for three years. She has played a crucial role in shaping the vision for the board's growth trajectory, and her strategic recruitment efforts have paved the way for successful implementations.
Brenda's global experience is extensive, possessing a deep understanding of various cultures across continents. Her background in Singapore, along with experiences in Asia, Europe, and the United States, has provided her with a unique perspective. She is fluent in English and Cantonese, with a working knowledge of Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia.
Education-wise, Brenda holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, underlining her commitment to academic excellence. She also pursued a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with First Class Honors and graduated at the top of her class from the National University of Singapore.
Brenda has been associated with reputable organizations throughout her career, currently serving as a Director at Paladin Capital Group. Her past roles include being the Board Co-Chair, Founding President, and Founding Board Member at AAAIM. Additionally, she has contributed to the House Financial Services Committee as a Witness and held positions at renowned institutions like Deutsche Bank, Charles Schwab, Harvard Business Publishing, The Boston Consulting Group, and Accenture.