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FOOD EMPIRE ANNUAL REPORT 2014
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
MR TAN WANG CHEOW, PBM
Executive Chairman
Mr Tan has been providing leadership to the Board of Directors since
April 2000. Mr Tan is founder of the Group and has been instrumental
in guiding the Group’s business, including taking the company
public in 2000. As Executive Chairman, Mr Tan is responsible for
the achievement of the Group’s long-term goals. His role includes
developing new markets, exploring opportunities for acquisitions as
well as enhancing in-house production capabilities. A passionate
believer in the power of brands, Mr Tan is actively involved in the
marketing and branding activities across the Group.
Mr Tan is also actively involved in the local grassroots community
since 1990, and was awarded the Public Service Medal in 2014 for
his contributions to the society and business. He holds a Bachelor
of Accountancy from the National University of Singapore.
MR SUDEEP NAIR
Chief Executive Officer
Mr Nair was appointed as CEO in October 2012 and has been a
member of the Board as an Executive Director since July 2005.
Mr Nair is responsible for the overall oversight of the Group’s day-
to-day operations. His responsibilities also include identifying and
developing new business opportunities both in and outside of the
Group’s core markets.
Mr Nair has over 20 years of experience in managing the Group’s
business in Russia and the CIS countries.
