Sarah Chen

Sarah Chen

Chief Innovation Officer

Sarah is a seasoned technology leader with over 15 years of experience in digital transformation and women’s empowerment initiatives. She has dedicated her career to bridging the gender gap in technology and creating opportunities for women in STEM fields.

Professional Experience

  • Chief Innovation Officer, SWA (2020-Present): Leading digital transformation initiatives and modernizing SWA’s technology infrastructure
  • Director of Technology, Tech Solutions Pte Ltd (2015-2020): Managed a team of 50+ engineers and drove multiple successful product launches
  • Senior Software Architect, Global Tech Corp (2010-2015): Designed and implemented scalable cloud-based solutions for enterprise clients

Education & Certifications

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), National University of Singapore
  • Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours), Nanyang Technological University
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect

Key Achievements

  • Launched SWA’s first mobile app, reaching over 10,000 users in the first year
  • Established the “Women in Tech” mentorship program, connecting 200+ mentors and mentees
  • Recipient of the “Women in Technology Leadership Award” 2022
  • Published author of 15+ articles on technology and gender equality
  • Regular speaker at international conferences on digital transformation

Community Involvement

Sarah is passionate about giving back to the community and serves on multiple boards:

  • Board Member, Singapore Women’s Association (2018-Present)
  • Advisor, Girls Who Code Singapore Chapter
  • Mentor, TechLadies Programme
  • Volunteer, Singapore Computer Society Youth Outreach

Personal Interests

When not working, Sarah enjoys photography, hiking, and exploring new technologies. She is an avid reader and maintains a blog on technology trends and women’s empowerment.

Vision for SWA

Sarah envisions a future where technology serves as a catalyst for women’s empowerment across all sectors. She is committed to leveraging her expertise to help SWA reach more women, deliver better services, and create lasting impact in the community.