Eastcom Systems Establishes Advisory Board Composed of Industry Veterans to Spur Long Term Growth

Eastcom Systems Attracts Renowned Experts from Diverse Business and Legal Communities to Support International
Expansion Plans

Singapore, 25 February 2009 – Eastcom Systems Pte Ltd, a global provider of world class universal cost optimisation solutions for large and medium sized enterprises, has established an advisory board consisting of distinguished industry veterans from diverse business and legal backgrounds to help further the company’s pursuits for international expansion.

The advisory board members bring significant business experience, a global network, and invaluable industry acumen to Eastcom’s management team, which will help guide Eastcom foray into international markets across the globe. 

Inaugural members include:

Kok-Wan Chua is an independent consultant and has been in the banking industry for 14 years holding various management roles with a number of international banks. He holds a combined degree in Economics and Law from Australia and is a qualified barrister at law in England and Wales.

“I am pleased to have the opportunity to join Eastcom Systems’ advisory board and to help solidify their position as a global provider of universal cost optimization solutions across the globe,” states Kok-Wan Chua.

Deborah Torres Patel is an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, educator and communication consultant. She has worked in more than 65 countries and is the creator of a unique 5-part communication training program called Expressing You!® Deborah brings 25 years of street smart international marketing and 23 years of teaching experience to the advisory board.

"I am delighted to be part of Eastcom's advisory board during this exciting period of global expansion. I see great business opportunities ahead with Eastcom's cost optimisation solutions that will have remarkable appeal to organisations looking to contain costs during this challenging time,” commented Deborah Torres Patel.

Dr. Rajah Kumar is President of the Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) and advisor and senior consultant to Philips Healthcare in Asia/Pacific. Dr. Kumar also serves on the board of the Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (MIDA) in addition to being on several work groups in the Malaysian Economic Planning Unit (EPU). Previously, Dr Kumar was Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Philips Group of Companies in Malaysia from August 2002 until October 2008. Dr. Kumar is often invited to speak on various topics in management by SMU, ASLI, Marcus Evans and many other organizations and business schools in the region.

“Eastcom is truly bringing innovation and thought leadership to the cost management domain." said Dr. Kumar. "I am excited to join the advisory board to help shape Eastcom's future."

“It is truly a privilege to have such an esteemed set of industry veterans to help guide us through this period of international expansion. Their years of experience combined with their deep industry contacts will accelerate our successes in pushing forward with our international expansion plans,” said V. Ramasubramanian, Chairman and CEO of Eastcom Systems.

About Eastcom Systems

Eastcom Systems Pte Ltd is a leading global provider of world class universal cost optimisation solutions to large and medium-sized enterprises. Eastcom Systems’ customers and partners rely on its leading edge cost management solutions to maximise profitability and to drive savings straight to the bottom line.

Eastcom Systems is headquartered in Singapore and serves its customers through a network of qualified channel partners across the globe.

Information about Eastcom Systems is available at www.eastcom-systems.com

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