Independent Director

DR. CARL THONG

INDEPENDENT DIRECTOR

Dr. Carl Thong brings a wealth of expertise in entrepreneurship, leadership, and strategic innovation across multiple industries.

Dr. Thong began his entrepreneurial journey in 1997 as the founder of Sunstone Group, a holding company with diverse interests in consumer products, healthcare, outsourcing, mining, education, and consulting. He has also founded several companies, including Momenta Group, a premier leadership and sales training firm, and Dytan Health On-Line Sdn Bhd, one of ASEAN’s largest medical call centers.

In the USA, Dr. Thong co-founded two fintech companies, BankingON and Re:start Financial, which provide innovative tech solutions for community banks and credit unions.

Currently, Dr. Thong serves as the General Partner at Eagle Venture Fund, where he focuses on investing in early-stage companies driving meaningful social impact. In addition, he is an Adjunct Professor at Singapore Management University.

Dr. Thong is deeply committed to philanthropy. He serves as Chairman of TrustBridge Global and Co-Chair of Generosity Path, both international charities advancing generosity and global impact.

Dr. Thong earned his Doctorate in Strategic Leadership from Corban University. He also holds a Master of Arts in Theological Studies from the University of Northwestern-St. Paul, and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a minor in Economics from Lewis & Clark College.