Anthony Chong

Anthony Chong has been actively involved in the startup and innovation ecosystem since 1997, experiencing various economic climates and technological advancements within the industry. With a versatile background spanning government, social entities, corporate sectors, and now focusing on commercializing research in a renowned institute, he plays a pivotal role in bridging deep tech innovations with market opportunities through startup initiatives.

His diverse career journey involves establishing nascent industries, managing overseas centers, space planning in science parks, creating award-winning design compounds, overseeing business operations, and driving market development in SMEs. With a keen interest in supporting founders and startup ventures, Anthony has a deep-rooted passion for nurturing emerging markets, forging new business alliances, ensuring compliance, and conducting thorough due diligence processes.

Anthony Chong holds a Master of Business Administration in Business Law, Law, and Finance from Monash University, a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from RMIT University, and has pursued marketing studies at the CIM (The Chartered Institute of Marketing), Singapore Polytechnic, Commerce at Jurong Junior College, and also attended the Chinese High School.

Currently serving as a Deputy Director at A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology, and Research, Anthony continues to drive innovation, foster partnerships, and facilitate the commercialization of groundbreaking research to propel the deep tech industry forward.