About Us
At TASConnect, we bring the expertise but play by your rules. Our disruptive thinking and innovative solutions are thoughtfully deployed, grounded in a deep understanding of your needs and processes.
Headquartered in Singapore, TASConnect is a wholly owned subsidiary of SC Ventures Holdings Limited – Standard Chartered’s innovation, fintech investment and ventures arm.
Our story
TASConnect began as Project Litmus under Standard Chartered Bank, where we co-created a platform with Lenovo to address their need for a unified trade ecosystem with improved visibility, control, and liquidity support.
Through this collaboration, our founding team discovered a significant market gap – many other corporates faced similar challenges but lacked a comprehensive solution. Recognising the broader demand for such innovative technology, the team decided to evolve the platform into TASConnect.
In February 2022, TASConnect was officially launched with the mission of becoming an all-in-one platform for corporations navigating complex ecosystems, offering innovative solutions tailored to their unique challenges.
What TASConnect means
Although, TASConnect means Trade and Supply Chain connect, we’ve since expanded and now have solutions that cover the entire value chain!
Mission
To simplify and connect corporations’ trade value chains by providing innovative solutions that enable businesses to navigate their complex ecosystems profitably with ease.
What TASConnect means
Although, TASConnect means Trade and Supply Chain connect, we’ve since expanded and now have solutions that cover the entire value chain!
Mission
To simplify and connect corporations’ trade value chains by providing innovative solutions that enable businesses to navigate their complex ecosystems profitably with ease.
Our leadership team
Leveraging leadership. Building trusted partnership.
Wendy AngCEO, Malaysia
CEO, Malaysia
Wendy is the Chief Executive Officer of TASConnect Malaysia.
Prior to this role, Wendy was the Executive Director, Country Head of Transaction Banking and Head of Cash Product for Standard Chartered Bank in Malaysia. She was responsible and accountable for the Transaction Banking P&L, executing strategies in line with global agendas and commercialising innovative solutions for growth in the Transaction Banking business for Malaysia.
With ~20 years of experience in banking, where some of her previous roles also include leading Transaction Banking Sales, Trade Finance and Cash Management, Wendy carries a wealth of industry expertise and knowledge holding the leading roles in firms such as HSBC Bank Malaysia Berhad and Deutsche Bank Malaysia Berhad.
Wendy holds an Honours Class 1 in BEng Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Birmingham, England. She completed her Certified Credit Professional (CCP) – Business and Malaysian Financial Markets Certificate (PKMC) with IBBM, and is currently based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Madhivanan PeriannanChief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Madhivanan Periannan (Madhi) brings a wealth of 26 years experience in technology and digital transformation to TASConnect, with a focus on areas such as Digital Banking, Payments, and Supply Chain Finance. With a Master’s Degree in Computer Applications, Madhi has held key roles at Standard Chartered Bank, DBS Bank, and IBM, overseeing strategic digital transformations and large-scale technology initiatives across Asia and the Asia Pacific region. His expertise in trade and supply chain, digital platforms, project management and technology makes him a valuable asset to the team at TASConnect.
Madhi was awarded as the “LEGEND” at the World CIO 200 Summit for 2022 and 2023, as the recognition of his hard work and contribution towards building the TASConnect SaaS platform.
Outside of work, Madhi has a passion for photography and enjoys exploring fusion cuisine, which aligns well with his love for Singapore, known for its diverse cultural influences and culinary offerings.
Nadeem ShamimChief Operating Officer
Chief Operating Officer
Nadeem brings 35 years of treasury, cash management, trade finance and Fintech experience and has held leadership roles in Sales and Product Management at ABN AMRO, JP Morgan, Standard Chartered, Wall Street Systems and SmartStream across Europe and Asia. Prior to joining TASConnect, he was the Global Head of Cash and Liquidity Management solution at SmartStream Technologies and continues to be an advisor to Fintechs in Europe.
Nadeem has a deep knowledge of the various principles of Treasury Processes and Functions including Working Capital Management with strong skills in Product Management, Sales, Systems, Project Management, Treasury Re-engineering, Consulting, AI/ML and Blockchain.
He has an MBA from College of William and Mary in the USA. In his spare time, Nadeem enjoys painting abstract art and spending time with friends and family.
Hansel QuekChief Risk & Compliance Officer
Chief Risk & Compliance Officer
Hansel is responsible for overseeing the company’s risk and compliance governance strategies, frameworks and the implementation thereof across the company.
He has worked across multiple risk disciplines from credit risk, asset & liability management, funding & liquidity risk, capital management, technology risk, operational risk and ESG risk in different markets, prior to joining TASConnect. Previously in his career, Hansel held various key roles in the risk management space across the financial services industry and Big four where he also led risk & compliance engagements, strategy and developed due diligence for mergers & acquisition of companies for different sectors including private equity, specialty finance fund (Islamic) & sovereign wealth fund, multinational-banks, insurance and corporations.
Hansel holds a Masters Degree in Business from the University of New South Wales and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the Curtin University of Technology.
Patrick Zambrano Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer
Patrick brings extensive experience in financial management, strategic finance, and investor relations to his role at TASConnect. He has held senior finance positions in various industries, including the finance and technology sectors in Hong Kong, London, and Sydney.
Patrick recently served as the Head of Finance for a corporate-backed technology venture, where he played a key role in driving financial performance and strategic decision-making. Prior to that, he accumulated over 10 years of financial services experience within the HSBC Group across Wholesale and Retail Banking, as well as in group finance in Hong Kong and London. He has also worked in finance roles in Genworth Financial and Cisco Systems.
Leveraging his domain knowledge of financial management and keen strategic acumen, Patrick oversees TASConnect’s financial activities and investor relations. He will ensure the company’s financial health and sustainability, while driving strategic initiatives to support the growth and success of the organisation.
Patrick holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from The University of Sydney and is a member of CPA Australia. His global perspective is evident in his diverse background, having been born in Manila, raised in Sydney, and worked in London and Hong Kong. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys spending time with his family, engaging in watersports, staying active with boxing, and keeping up with his two boys.
Vernon LohChief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretariat
Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretariat
Vernon brings over 20 years of legal experience to TASConnect and is qualified to practice in multiple jurisdictions including Singapore, England and Wales, and New South Wales. He has a strong background in banking and finance, with a focus on digital trade and supply chain solutions companies.
Vernon began his career as a legal practitioner representing clients in contentious matters before the Singapore courts. He then transitioned to specialize in mergers and acquisitions, corporate insolvency, and restructuring, and later held leadership roles in legal and compliance at Standard Chartered Bank, where he oversaw Wholesale and Consumer Banking in Singapore and South East Asia. During his tenure, he also focused on areas such as Privacy and Data Protection and Anti-Money Laundering, gaining valuable expertise in the legal aspects of digital trade and supply chain finance technology platforms.
Subsequently, Vernon joined OCBC Bank, where he provided legal support to the Personal Financial Services Division in areas such as Wealth Management, Payments, Digital Banking, and Innovation, as well as Privacy and Data Protection. He was awarded the CEO’s innovation award for his contribution to the development of an online will generating platform in collaboration with business stakeholders.
Prior to joining TASConnect, Vernon served as the Head of Legal and Compliance at HL Bank, where he played a key role in supporting the roll-out of the bank’s digital product channels and digital KYC capabilities, further deepening his expertise in digital trade and supply chain platforms. He was recognized with a Minister for Home Affairs National Day Award in 2021 for his outstanding contributions.
Vernon holds a Bachelor of Laws Degree from the National University of Singapore and a Master of Laws Degree from the University of San Francisco, where he was a Fulbright Scholar. Outside of work, he pursues his passions for travel, photography, epicurean adventures, and the great outdoors.
Gao YihongChief Representative of China & North Asia
Chief Representative of China & North Asia
Yihong is a driving force behind TASConnect’s origination, product strategy, client solutioning and marketing efforts in China and the North Asia region. With over 12 years of experience in the banking industry, she has focused on Trade and Supply Chain Finance, holding various roles in Standard Chartered Bank and Bloomberg.
Prior to joining TASConnect, Yihong spent 7 years as the Global Product Manager for Open Account Trade at Standard Chartered Bank. In this role, she led the growth of receivables financing portfolio in Greater China & North Asia and global correspondent factoring business. She was also responsible for driving trade digital initiatives and overall growth strategy for supply chain finance on a global level.
Yihong holds a Master’s degree in Applied Economics from the National University of Singapore. In her free time, she indulges her passion for travel.
Deeraj KarnaniHead of Enterprise Sales, APAC
Head of Enterprise Sales, APAC
Deeraj is an experienced career banker with a deep understanding of financial products and a keen focus on driving sales initiatives for TASConnect’s Asia business. With over 14 years of experience managing multinational companies, Deeraj has held various roles in leading banks such as Standard Chartered Bank and Royal Bank of Scotland, across client coverage, financial markets, business planning, and operations.
Before joining TASConnect, Deeraj spent almost a decade as a Regional Network Banker at Standard Chartered Bank, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth in the Western Technology, Media, and Telecom sectors in Asia. His expertise spans across a range of financial products, including trade finance and hedging strategies, catering to the requirements of complex treasury organisations.
As TASConnect expands its presence in the Asia market, Deeraj’s expertise in managing multinational companies and his deep understanding of trade and supply chain finance make him a valuable asset to the team.
He holds a Bachelor’s (BSc) degree in Information Systems Management from Singapore Management University, and is known for his energetic approach and ability to deliver results. In his free time, Deeraj enjoys keeping up with the latest trends in the financial industry and staying active.
Julian SeeHead of Client Solutions
Head of Client Solutions
Julian brings a wealth of experience in both transaction banking and financial technology to his role as Head of Client Solutions at TASConnect. He began his career at Standard Chartered Bank as part of the International Graduate program, where he gained diverse experiences across various key business functions, including client coverage, strategy, and operations. His expertise further developed as he took on the role of Global Product Manager in the Corporate and Institution Banking Business (Transaction Banking – Open Account Trade).
At Standard Chartered, Julian led strategic initiatives within the Platforms Partnerships & Data Initiatives team, managing critical third-party platform partnerships to drive new revenue streams and enhance the bank’s digital capabilities. His accomplishments include spearheading the implementation of a white-labeled working capital platform, designed to scale the bank’s Supplier Finance programs and strengthen the Receivables Services product suite.
In his current role at TASConnect, Julian is dedicated to helping both corporate and financial institutional client structure and develop viable platform solutions tailored to their unique requirements. He is committed to driving his team’s success in delivering exceptional client outcomes, ensuring that they exceed expectations to close key mandates with the sales team. Additionally, he plays a pivotal role in shaping TASConnect’s product development and strategy, maintaining the company’s innovation in a fast-evolving market.
Julian holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (with Honors) from the National University of Singapore and has attained the ICC’s prestigious Global Trade Certificate. Outside of his professional pursuits, he is an avid participant in endurance sports, including running, CrossFit, and golf.
Parvez MurshedHead of Pre-Sales & Platform Solutions
Head of Pre-Sales & Platform Solutions
Parvez is the Head of Pre-Sales & Platform Solutions at TASConnect. He brings over nearly a quarter-century of transaction banking experience to drive pre-sales origination and platform strategy for the company.
Prior to joining TASConnect, Parvez has spent most of his career at Citigroup where he worked in Bangladesh and in Singapore. His specialty includes country transaction banking management, implementations, supply chain finance, and documentary trade. From 2016 to 2020, he was responsible for the Supply Chain Finance business for Citi in the Asia Pacific region and led the double-digit growth of the business. Additionally, he has authored various thought leadership articles on Supply Chain Finance which were published in the media over the years.
Parvez has been living in Singapore since 2012 with family. He is married with two children. In his spare time, Parvez enjoys watching movies, reading books, listening to music and spending time with family. East Coast Park in Singapore is his favourite destination to unwind and enjoy nature.
Aditya SharmaHead of Markets & Financial Institutions
Head of Markets & Financial Institutions
Aditya is a seasoned banker and brings over 25 years of global experience in strategy, sales, partnerships, product management, digital channels, consulting and business transformation.
Prior to joining TASConnect, he has held country head and global roles in Standard Chartered Bank and HSBC. He has run independent consulting practice focused on financial firms and is a consultant to International Finance Corporation (IFC) on Trade & Supply Chain Finance. His experience spans across Transaction Banking, Trade and Supply Chain Finance, Commercial Banking, Business Banking, Retail Banking, Consulting and Digital Channels covering global corporates, local corporates and SMEs.
With his expertise and vast experience in financial services, Aditya drives origination, partnership and integration with Financial Institutions and marketplace to provide working capital and supply chain services on the TASConnect platform.
Aditya holds a Master of Art (MA), Economics from Delhi University.
Himanshu SrivastavaHead of Partnerships
Head of Partnerships
Himanshu‘s role at TASConnect involves developing the company’s partnership ecosystem to enhance the platform‘s value, drive revenue and boost client acquisition through joint sales and marketing strategies. With over 20 years of experience in growth, partnerships, and new business development in the Financial Technology and Professional Services industries, Himanshu brings a wealth of expertise to his role.
Himanshu’s career began in IT consulting in the United States before transitioning to the financial sector, where he played a pivotal role at Fidelity Investments’ India country office, driving strategic growth initiatives such as the launch of a global shared services center, a domestic asset management business, and a digital funds distribution platform for the Indian market. He has also held partnerships and new business development roles at leading multinational corporations (MNCs) and financial technology start-ups, including Mastercard Asia Pacific and TechProcess, a digital payments start-up in Mumbai.
With extensive cross-cultural experience, having worked with distributed teams, partners, and regulators across the US, UK, and Asia Pacific, Himanshu brings a global perspective to his role at TASConnect.
He holds an MBA from the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad. In his free time, Himanshu enjoys reading, music, and tinkering with audiophile equipment.
Our leadership team
Leveraging leadership. Building trusted partnership.
Wendy AngCEO, Malaysia
Madhivanan PeriannanChief Technology Officer
Nadeem ShamimChief Operating Officer
Hansel QuekChief Risk & Compliance Officer
Patrick ZambranoChief Financial Officer
Vernon LohChief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretariat
Parvez MurshedHead of Pre-Sales & Platform Solutions
Gao YihongChief Representative of China & North Asia
Himanshu SrivastavaHead of Partnerships
Deeraj KarnaniHead of Enterprise Sales, APAC
Aditya SharmaHead of Markets & Financial Institutions
Julian SeeHead of Client Solutions
Board members
Helen HuiManaging Director Standard Chartered Bank
Managing Director Standard Chartered Bank
Helen Hui is Head of Client Coverage, Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking, Hong Kong, at Standard Chartered Bank. She is responsible for the strategic direction of the Bank’s Commercial, Corporate and Institutional Banking business in Hong Kong.
Helen is an international Banker with a banking career spanning over 25 years in Hong Kong, Taiwan and New York. She joined Standard Chartered Bank in 1998 and has held several key management positions in Corporate and Institutional Banking, and Retail Banking. She also spent over 7 years in Taiwan as Head of Corporate and Institutional Banking from 2005 to 2012, and was instrumental in the integration and transformation of the business after the acquisition of Hsinchu International Bank.
Helen has an MBA from Kellogg School of Management. She is also a member of The Cyberport Advisory Panel.
Gautam JainManaging Director SC Ventures
Managing Director SC Ventures
Gautam Jain is a member of SC Ventures at Standard Chartered Bank, a new business unit established in March 2018. His key responsibilities include spreading best practices in innovation & problem-solving and promoting intrapreneurship across Standard Chartered; Client and regulatory engagement for innovation and new technologies; running a professional investment and M&A unit to seek opportunities and manage the Group’s investments in fintech companies; and managing strategic ventures that are wholly or partially owned by the Group. Gautam is also a member of board at various companies.
Gautam has vast experience in managing technology and business, encompassing both product and programme management. He has held various leadership positions in prominent banking establishments like Barclays, HSBC and Citibank. Prior to joining SC Ventures in his current capacity, he was Global head for Digitization and Client Access for Transaction Banking, driving several new initiatives in the space of Blockchain, APIs and mobility.
Gautam has a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, India.
Kingshuk GhoshalCo-founder & CEO
Co-founder & CEO
Kingshuk Ghoshal (KG) is a seasoned executive with over 25 years of proven management and leadership track record in the Financial Services and Technology sectors in Asia. He has held various senior roles in Corporate & Investment Banking and leading technology firms such as Standard Chartered Bank (SCB) and Siemens, where he has led successful businesses and teams in client coverage, sales, and business development.
Throughout his career, KG has had extensive leadership experience in trade and supply chain finance. Prior to joining TASConnect, KG spent the last 15 years at SCB, eventually holding the title of Managing Director & Head of Global Subsidiaries business for ASEAN markets. In his role, he led his team to several client mandates in treasury, transaction banking, financial markets, and corporate finance areas. His vast experience and expertise in supply chain management, trade financing and digital transformation have made him a highly respected figure in the industry.
KG holds an MBA from the INSEAD Business School. When not at the work desk, KG loves to spend time with his wife and 2 teenaged children, or enjoying a few rounds of golf with friends.
Advisory panel
Gan Yong AnnEx-CFO of Unilever International
Ex-CFO of Unilever International
Before joining TASConnect as an Advisor, Yong Ann led the Finance function at Unilever International (UI), the largest global operational unit within the Unilever group, managing a turnover exceeding €1.2 billion.
With 16 years of progressive leadership experience in finance across local and global organisations, she specialises in strategic business partnering, performance management, and driving operational efficiency. Recognised for her expertise in designing robust financial infrastructures, integrating acquisitions, and executing strategic initiatives, Yong Ann excels at inspiring diverse teams to achieve ambitious goals.
Her core competencies include global strategic financial planning, P&L management, budgeting, organisational digitisation, international finance, and risk management, among other key areas.
Our Offices
Singapore, HQ
Mapletree Anson, 60 Anson Road, Level 17 Singapore 079914
Malaysia
Level 11, Menara KEN TTDI No.37, Jalan Burhanuddin Helmi, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Hong Kong
India
No. 2734, 3rd Floor, 16th Cross, 27th Main Road, Opposite NIFT College HSR Layout Sector 1, Bengaluru – 560102
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