Our Team
Driven by data. Shaped by global experience. Built to redefine the future of supply chain. We are a team of visionary experts with over 20 years of hands-on leadership in AI and Trade Finance.
Tony Murphy
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
Globally recognized expert in Supply Chain Management within the Retail, High-Tech Manufacturing, and Telecommunications sectors. With over 30 years of experience in Singapore, collaborated with both public and private organizations on various national IT infrastructure and international trade initiatives.
Key Achievements:
- Instrumental in launching Singapore's first commercial Internet service
- Established Southeast Asia's inaugural B2B trading hub
- Represented the Singapore Government on APEC standards committees
- Drove advancements in trade and customs automation
- Held senior leadership roles in Singapore Telecom, Accenture, Global Foundries, and Mastercard
- Chartered Electrical Engineer and certified Enterprise Architect
- Holds several patents in IoT applications and blockchain-based digital identity solutions
Andy Teo
Founder, Synlian Agri Technology
Sustainable agritech specialist with 20+ years of experience in industrial innovation, biofuel technologies, and agricultural waste transformation.
Key Achievements:
- Syngas generator development
- Humic acid field trials
- Potash recovery from EFB
- Repurposing palm oil waste (POME & PODC) into agricultural inputs
Cecilia Li
Executive Director, Co-Founder of Synlian QF
Product strategist for cross-border trade finance. Ten years experience in innovative digitalization solutions, leading 10+ fintech platform programs
Key Achievements:
- Bachelor in Finance from Wuhan University; Master in International Management from Rouen Business School, France
- PMP holder, over 10 years in Financial Services occupying key positions in multinational banks/corporations, leading team to deliver 12 fintech projects
- Trade finance expert, designed full scope of cross-border trade financing model
- Pioneer in Fintech funding integration – Led five major system programs and secured RMB 700M+ institutional funding from banks, trusts, and pre-ABS channels.
- Innovator in digitization – Pioneered digital solutions including digital stamping, proof chain, internet arbitration, and China’s first online-lending notarization system, reducing delinquency risks
- Fluent in Chinese, English, and French, with a wealth of international insights
Nathanael Murphy
Managing Director, Synlian Agri Malaysia
Blending biotechnology expertise, UK tax compliance experience, and marcom leadership to drive sustainable innovation at Synlian Agri Malaysia.
Key Achievements:
- 10 years at HMRC, leading UK tax compliance projects that improved efficiency and ensured regulatory adherence
- Built and managed cross-functional teams, strengthening collaboration and compliance delivery
- Directed marcom initiatives and corporate events, enhancing stakeholder engagement and brand visibility
Rahu Kandasamy
Chief Tech Officer
Blockchain specialist with 20 years of experience in architecture and secure application development.
Key Achievements:
- 20 years as a software architect
- Specializes in blockchain technology
- Expert in secure dApps development
- Experience in real-world asset tokenization
- Developed automated market makers (AMM)
