Hey there! I’m Chia, and I thrive on conceptualising, executing, and empowering disruptive solutions. My fascination with problem-solving began in 2016 when I placed second at a Startup Weekend event—and it has only grown since. Who knew that bringing together teams of dreamers and doers to work 40 intense hours over a weekend to solve a problem could be so addictive?

Fast forward to today, I’ve been fortunate to explore the strategies, processes, and cultures that drive success across eclectic industries. I’ve been a Veterinary Technician, a Policy Analyst, a Senior Editor, a Sociopreneur, an Event Coordinator and a Management Consultant. Each role has shaped my perspective and sharpened my skills. As I complete my MPhil, I’m excited to continue uncovering emerging opportunities and addressing challenges in greenfield areas.

Thus, I challenge myself to remain curious and adaptive in a world full of talented and diverse individuals. Here are some of the areas I’ve been actively engaging with, both professionally and academically:

  • Implementing Cyber Policy

  • Ethical and Societal Impacts of AI

  • ESG Transition Strategies

  • Austerity and Populism

What I’ve Learned

Master of Philosophy in Political and Economic Sociology @ Cambridge University (research-based)

Designed and executed a research project assessing the implementation of the Online Safety Bill 2023. To this end, I engaged activists, policymakers and regulators to determine the must-get rights in designing and scaling inclusive cyber policy.

Bachelors of Arts and Social Sciences in Politics, Philosophy and Economics @ Warwick University

Engaged heavily with Labour Economics, Economic and Public Policy and Socio-Legal Research during my Bachelors. In my final year, I tackled an independent mini-project to assess digital violence against women. I graduated with First Class honours (Top 10%).

Where I’ve Worked:

    1. Devised a workforce transformation strategy for a Fortune 500 energy conglomerate’s sustainability transition, impacting the reskilling and mobility practices of over 20,000 technical professionals.

    2. Analysed industry trends, best practices, and organisational processes across financial, energy and consumer industries to construct POVs and direct client solutions across 10 proposals, winning 7.

    3. Established governance model and coordinated risk and stakeholder management across three project teams/ workstreams as PMO. Subsequently, I developed resources, guides, and templates for organisational training to reduce associate onboarding time by 50%.

    1. Established the first centralised moderating body for Malaysian Youth United Nations events. Developed governance processes and implemented a RACI matrix to enhance operational efficiency and accountability across five departments and fifteen team members.

    2. Engaged and integrated over 30 secondary and tertiary educational institutions within organisation functions. Empowered MUN events in Malaysia to receieve MOE recognition.

    1. Conducted regional economic policy analysis and researched public sector investment opportunities for Malaysian MPs.

    2. Analysed welfare data to identify and facilitate policy reform aligned with Malaysia’s "Gig-Economy" evolutions. Proposed solutions were incorporated into the “Employment Act 1955”, impacting 26% of Malaysia’s labour force.

    3. Designed and implemented surveys and interviews with 100 participants to develop post-pandemic policy solutions that addressed gendered and racial economic inequality

What comes next?

I’m always excited to connect and explore opportunities to drive meaningful impact, whether through professional roles, part-time research, or collaborations in policy development. If you’re working on something aligned with my expertise or seeking a fresh perspective, I’d love to hear from you! 
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