Years of experience: 21

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Derek's Career Path
Regional Director-Projects (APAC), Jan. 2022 -
Present
th3 StandardRegional Director-Projects (APAC),
Singapore, Hongkong, ChinaManaged all operational aspects of the Italian project management agency in Asia, overseeing external project works, sustainability efforts, and facility management for retail brand clients in the APAC region. Clients include notable brands within houses of LVMH , Loreal . Successfully led and completed projects in China, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, and Australia since agency ince...
Head of Construction and Facility Management / NSEAP and APACAug. 2015 -
Aug. 2021
SWAROVSKIHead of Construction and Facility Management / NSEAP and APAC
SingaporeLed all store construction/facility management efforts for Swarovski/partner-owned and travel retail stores in NSEAP, with an annual volume of 70-150 projects. I managed and built relationships with all regional and global key stakeholders, such as managing directors , global and regional heads of departments, to ensure strategies were in the brand’s best interest both commercially and from a...
Director, Store design and planning, MAC (APAC)Aug. 2012 -
Aug. 2015
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.Director, Store design and planning, MAC (APAC)
SingaporeWith the help of 2 direct reports and many other external vendors, I led and oversaw various types of projects in APAC( free standing boutiques, concession, pop ups, temporary, travel retail, events etc) and providing store design and visual merchandising leadership according to key stakeholders’ expectations. Additionally, I was responsible for CAPEX planning and tracking to ensure budgetary...

Derek's Posts

  • About myself

    Experienced in luxury retail design, I excel in crafting flagship boutiques and innovative concepts for brands like LVMH and Estée Lauder. Skilled in project management and strategic partnerships, my focus is on sustainable, visually compelling retail environments across Asia Pacific.

  • Job Description

    Seeking career growth as a leader in store design, I aim to guide and mentor a team of planners and managers, driving successful retail projects across the APAC region, with a focus on strategic and innovative store transformations.

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