JJ Tan

Senior Director, SE Asia @ Qlik

About

As a Data and AI professional, I lead a regional business team that specialises in transforming raw data into actionable insights and building intelligent systems that drive business value for our clients. My expertise spans the full data lifecycle—from data engineering and management, through advanced analytics, to the development and deployment of AI, including agentic AI and machine learning. I am passionate about helping clients to leverage the latest technologies, such as generative AI and open data lakehouse platforms, to solve complex problems and enable organizations to make better data-driven decisions. With a good understanding of regional countries and ecosystems plus a solid foundation in data engineering principles, machine learning algorithms, and data governance, I am adept at proposing robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and implementing sustainable solutions. My experience includes collaborating with global and cross-functional teams, leading sales cycle with team from identification to closing, and staying current with evolving industry standards and tools. I am committed to continuous learning and innovation, always seeking new ways to help our clients build strong AI foundation and to integrate AI capabilities into business processes, streamline workflows, & unlock new opportunities for growth. Whether working with structured or unstructured data, me and my team strive to propose and deliver solutions that are not only technically sound but also aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements. In addition, I love working and coaching the team to realise individual potential. Qlik is a market leader and trusted partner in any Data & AI journey. Keen to find out more? Feel free to reach me at jj.tan@qlik.com

Country

City

Singapore

Industry

Computer Software

Skill

Software as a Service (SaaS), Data AI, Strategic Partnerships, Teamwork, Communication, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Business Development, Sales, Solution Selling, Business Alliances, Sales Enablement, Enterprise Software, CRM, Cloud Computing, Business Intelligence, Strategy, Leadership, SaaS

Experience

Senior Director, SE Asia

Qlik

2026-1 - Present · 9 mos

Singapore

Leading an entrepreneur team to accelerate enterprises in Southeast Asia to scale Data/AI to realize business outcomes and by working with key ecosystems partners.

Senior Director, SE Asia & Korea

Qlik

2025-1 - 2026-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

Regional Sales Director, ASEAN

Qlik

2023-5 - 2025-1 · 1 yr 9 mos

Singapore

Wherever There's Data, There's Opportunity. Qlik's recent rebrand & logo resonates strongly with me - the opportunity to serve in the most diversified ASEAN region has given me the unique opportunity to partner our clients in all industries to use data to empower their strategic business outcomes. Many years on, I am still very passionate about the data business and what tangible impact it can bring to our clients. I enjoy leading and working with my talented colleagues, business partners and system-integrators to navigate technological complexities to make data solutions more intuitive and accessible. With the acquisition of Talend, Qlik's expanded portfolio - which comprises comprehensive solutions in data integration, data quality & governance, analytics and AI/ML promises to be the catalyst in your data journey. Always open and looking forward to a good data conversation, please reach out!

Regional Sales Director, Enterprise Asia

Talend

2021-1 - 2024-1 · 3 yrs 1 mo

Singapore, Singapore

Leading a dynamic team of data professionals to drive exponential business growth and to achieve tangible success for clients in their digital journey through direct engagement & strategic collaboration with partners. Coverage of Enterprise segment Customers in Asia in diverse industries, including North/South Asia & ASEAN region.

Regional Sales Director

Talend

2016-4 - 2021-1 · 4 yrs 10 mos

Singapore

Establishing and driving Leading Open Source Big Data Management/Cloud Integration Solution in the region through active engagement with stakeholders, Customers and Partners alike .

Analytics Platform & Big Data, South Asia

SAS

2015-1 - 2016-3 · 1 yr 3 mos

To provide leadership, in close collaboration with operating countries, in strategy, planning, and penetrating of targeted accounts and segments with SAS Information Management portfolio, including Advanced Analytics, Big Data & Data Management Solutions

Regional Sales Lead, InfoSphere

IBM

2011-6 - 2014-10 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Regional Sales Leader, ASEAN (Big Data, Datawarehouse & ETL technology, Information Management)

Senior Territory Sales

SAP

2008-4 - 2011-6 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Gain significant market share in emerging market within 1+ year: successfully develop and penetrate new business for SAP Increase significant wallet share (year to year) in key accounts by maintain and improve account relationship in local market

Enterprise Sales

IBM

2003 - 2008-4 · 5 yrs

- Focus on growing total software revenue within the Financial Services account territory and increase IBM software marketshare through competitive winbacks. - To lead the development of opportunities and establish tight linkages with solution providers (partners, system integrators, ISVs) who utilize IBM middleware solutions. - To penetrate the account with the entire IBM SWG software portfolio and ensure that IBM software becomes visible to all departments and lines of business -To present a single face to the client to help then navigate through IBM's software business, and will manage IBM's software relationship with the client. - To develop the overall software strategy for the client and provide thought leadership for IBM's software business for client and/or their teams. -To serve as a consultant or trusted business advisor for clients by offering them business acumen and understanding of how IBM software technology can solve their business problems