About NexusApec

Leadership

NexusApec is led by a distinguished and multidisciplinary team of experts spanning artificial intelligence, data science, government policy, and large-scale commercialisation. The leadership brings together deep technical expertise, regional policy influence, and proven execution capabilities, ensuring that the platform is both technologically robust and institutionally aligned.

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Leading Expert in Advanced Technologies & AI Systems

Professor Wang Jian Ping

Professor Wang Jian Ping is an internationally recognised scientist and technology leader from City University of Hong Kong, with extensive expertise in advanced materials, data-driven systems, and next-generation computing technologies. As an IEEE Fellow, he brings world-class technical leadership to NexusApec, particularly in the development of high-performance, scalable AI architectures.

His research and innovation experience underpin the platform's ability to process complex, high-volume datasets with speed and precision. At NexusApec, Professor Wang plays a critical role in shaping the technological backbone of the AI Co-Pilot, ensuring that the system delivers reliable, real-time intelligence across diverse and dynamic data environments.

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Expert in Data Science, Systems Engineering & Analytics

Professor Wang Shi Qi

Also based at City University of Hong Kong, Professor Wang Shi Qi is a leading authority in data science, systems engineering, and applied analytics. His work focuses on translating complex data into actionable insights, with applications across industrial systems, optimisation, and intelligent decision-making platforms.

Within NexusApec, Professor Wang provides critical expertise in designing the data integration and analytics layers of the platform. His contributions ensure that disparate datasets, from supply chains to regulatory frameworks, are seamlessly structured, analysed, and transformed into meaningful intelligence that supports real-time decision-making.

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APEC Chair — Expert Group for Sustainability | Sustainability & Food Security Specialist

Professor Matthew Tan

Professor Matthew Tan serves as Chair of the APEC Expert Group (EG1) and is a recognised leader in sustainability, food security, and venture development across Asia-Pacific. With over three decades of experience spanning academia, investment, and policy advisory, he brings a unique combination of strategic insight and institutional connectivity.

At NexusApec, Professor Tan plays a pivotal role in aligning the platform with regional policy priorities and multilateral frameworks. His leadership ensures strong engagement with APEC economies, government agencies, and international organisations. Leveraging his extensive network and domain expertise, he drives the platform's adoption, relevance, and impact at the highest levels of decision-making.

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Chief Executive Officer, Visiontech Group | Commercialisation & Scaling Leader

Lim Hui Jie

Lim Hui Jie is the Chief Executive Officer of Visiontech Group and an experienced business leader with a strong track record in technology commercialisation, enterprise solutions, and regional market expansion.

Bringing deep operational and strategic expertise, he is instrumental in driving NexusApec's commercialisation strategy, partnerships, and go-to-market execution. His leadership ensures that the platform is not only technologically advanced but also commercially viable and scalable across diverse markets. With a strong understanding of industry needs and customer adoption pathways, Lim Hui Jie plays a key role in translating NexusApec's capabilities into real-world impact.

Leadership

A Unique Convergence of Expertise

Together, the NexusApec leadership team represents a powerful convergence of:

  • Advanced AI and data science capabilities
  • Policy and institutional alignment across APEC economies
  • Proven experience in scaling technology platforms commercially

This unique combination positions NexusApec to operate effectively at the intersection of technology, policy, and market implementation, delivering a platform that is not only innovative, but also practical, scalable, and globally relevant.