Our Leadership Team

Meet the visionary leaders and experienced advisors driving Link Capital's mission to revolutionize the sustainable oud industry through innovation, expertise, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Executive Leadership

Denny Chong - CEO

Denny Chong

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Denny is the Founder and CEO of Link Capital Pte Ltd, an oud manufacturing and wholesale company. With over 20 years of experience across banking, finance, and entrepreneurship, he has held leadership roles at UOB, Singapore Exchange, and Brunel International. His ventures include founding Blue Magnolia, a premium pastry house, and Notion 4.5, a design consultancy. Combining strategic vision with a strong sense of social purpose, Denny established Link Capital in collaboration with governments in Laos and Singapore to sustainably grow the oud industry. He also mentors young entrepreneurs through the Action Community for Entrepreneurship (ACE).

Board of Directors

Jimmy Lee - Director

Jimmy Lee

Director

Jimmy, brings over 20 years of experience in the finance and real estate industries. Leveraging his expertise in financial concepts and integrated asset management, and his proven track record serving high-net-worth clients, he excels at building strong investor relationships and identifying new market opportunities. A Business and Marketing graduate from La Trobe University, Jimmy’s strong communication skills, effective leadership, and problem-solving abilities are key drivers in expanding Link Capital’s global footprint.

Darrel Lee - Director of Operations

Darrel Lee

Director of Operations

Darrel brings over 20 years of expertise in project operations and management within the building construction and property management sectors. A graduate of the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Business double majoring in Property and Marketing, he holds a Specialist Diploma in Workplace Safety and Health and an Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment from the Singapore Workforce Development Agency. His extensive experience in helping SMEs optimize daily operations for maximum efficiency aligns perfectly with his role in driving Link Capital’s operational excellence.

Advisory Board

Teng Theng Dar - Corporate Advisor

Teng Theng Dar (BBM)

Corporate Advisor

Mr Teng was the CEO of Singapore Business Federation and Ambassador of Singapore to Sultanate of Oman. He brings over 40 years of senior management experience across 12 countries in Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, with deep expertise spanning FMCG, commodities, agri-food, energy solutions, ICT, and infrastructure sectors. His extensive leadership roles in multinational companies, coupled with active involvement in agrotech and diverse advisory positions, uniquely position him to provide strategic guidance that drives Link Capital’s growth and global expansion. A graduate of Waseda University in Japan and recipient of Singapore’s Public Service Star, his broad international experience, multilingual capabilities, and strong network across public and private sectors add invaluable insights and credibility to Link Capital’s ambitions.

Professor James Thompson - Academic Advisor

Chong Kok Kee

Strategic Advisor
CEO of AsiaNext

Mr. Chong, brings over 30 years of senior leadership experience across fintech, banking, capital markets, hospitality, and real estate. With a proven track record in corporate strategy, governance, risk management, and digital asset exchange operations, including leadership roles at UBS, JP Morgan, and regulated crypto exchanges in Singapore, he offers deep expertise in driving business growth and regulatory compliance. His extensive international experience across Asia, Europe, and the US, combined with strong professional qualifications allows him to provide Link Capital with critical insights and strategic guidance on digital marketplace and capital market.

Dr. Amara Al-Rashid - Strategic Advisor

Dr. Brian Shegar

Strategic Advisor
President of UAE Singapore Business Council

Dr. Brian Shegar, brings four decades of distinguished leadership in international banking across Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, having served as CEO of Midland Bank, NedBank, and Emirates NBD. As Founder and CEO of ME Asia Consultancy and President of the UAE Singapore Business Council, he offers unparalleled expertise in finance, cross-border business development, and strategic partnerships. His advanced academic credentials, including a Doctorate in Business Administration, and roles on global advisory boards position him to provide Link Capital with high-level strategic guidance and invaluable networks to accelerate its growth in the oud industry and global markets.

Robert Chen - Financial Advisor

Dr. Yek Tiew Meng (BBM)

Strategic Advisor
Part-Time ITE Principal Officer (Special Projects)

Dr. Yek brings more than 40 years of distinguished experience and including more than 25 years in senior management roles at Singapore’s Institute of Technical Education (ITE). Holding a Doctor of Education from Edith Cowan University, Australia, an MSc in Mechanical Engineering from the National University of Singapore, and a First-Class Honours BSc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Manchester Institute of Science & Technology, his crucial and deep technical expertise as well as close industry and community ties enables him to provide Link Capital with valuable guidance in the overall oud manufacturing process excellence.

Dato Sri Ben Yeoh - Strategic Advisor

Gideon Lam

Strategic Advisor
CEO of Shalom International Movers

Gideon Lam, brings extensive leadership experience as CEO of Shalom International Movers, Singapore’s leading logistics company with over four decades of industry expertise. His proven ability to diversify and innovate across complex logistics services, coupled with his strong advocacy for workforce development and skills transformation, equips Link Capital with invaluable insights on operational excellence and talent cultivation. Gideon’s deep community engagement and commitment to social responsibility further enhance Link Capital’s corporate values, supporting sustainable growth and a positive societal impact as the company expands in the oud and oud related industry.

Mohd Fahmi Aliman - Strategic Advisor

Mohd Fahmi Aliman

Strategic Advisor

Mr. Fahmi has held various positions, including Member of Parliament, Mayor of South East District, SAF veteran, Deputy Chief of MUIS and was previously the Director of the Operations and Mobilisation Division Secretariat at NTUC. He has a strong background in public leadership, community engagement, and employment advocacy, with deep expertise in strategic planning, talent development, and grassroots outreach. His extensive experience and networks, particularly within Southeast Asia’s Malay-Muslim communities, position him well to support Link Capital’s growth and regional alignment. He holds an Engineering degree from the University of Liverpool and a postgraduate diploma from the National University of Singapore.

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