Derrick Liao

Derrick Liao is a prominent professional in the field of technology and business development, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at Nexus FrontierTech, a role he has held since September 2021. Prior to this, he was the Head of Growth at the same company from June 2020 to September 2021, where he successfully led initiatives in B2B customer acquisition, achieving over $2 million in new sales annually and establishing direct sales and partnership channels in both the UK and Singapore.12

Professional Background

• Nexus FrontierTech
  • Chief Operating Officer (September 2021 - Present)
    • Responsible for restructuring the business to achieve operating profitability.
    • Oversaw global product delivery and corporate operations.
    • Established information security policies and expanded partnership channels.
  • Head of Growth (June 2020 - September 2021)
    • Focused on B2B customer acquisition and market expansion.
• Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
  • Deputy Director and Head of Corporate Debt Team (April 2014 - October 2019)
    • Developed strategies for Singapore's fixed income market and launched retail investment products.
• Education
  • Derrick holds a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Industrial & Systems Engineering from the National University of Singapore, graduating with First Class Honours.1

Contributions and Achievements

Derrick has played a significant role in driving Nexus FrontierTech's growth, particularly in the AI sector. His leadership has been instrumental in forming partnerships with various stakeholders including government entities and educational institutions, enhancing the company's reach and impact in the region.23 He has also emphasized the importance of AI implementation in businesses, advocating for innovative solutions that address common challenges faced by enterprises today.3

His expertise lies in bridging technology and business needs, making him a key figure in advancing digital transformation initiatives within organizations.