Key Team Members:
Jonathan Tan
Co-Founder, CEO
Jonathan has over 16 years of market research experience in the livestock and feedstuff trade sectors across China and South East Asia. With a degree in Computer Science, he began his career in the IT sector. His passion for agriculture has driven his continuous engagement with technological advancements. This unique blend of expertise positions him as a leader in integrating innovative tech applications within the agricultural industry.
Terry Tan
Co-Founder, Knowledge Officer, Southeast Asia
Terry has more than 10 years of experience writing on the feed-to-meat industry in Southeast Asia and China. As part of his role, he has reported on various issues concerning livestock farming and meat production. He also focused on challenges in agriculture and the impact of new technologies to farming communities. Terry holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication.
Eric Pan
Chief Operating Officer
Eric has a 30-year career in supply chain management, with expertise in feed enzymes, minerals, amino acids, protein processing, and biotechnology. Holding a Master's degree in Animal Nutrition and an MBA, Eric leads operations and partnerships at EFL , leveraging data science and technology to identify opportunities and solve challenges, benefiting farming communities in China and Southeast Asia.
Alvin Magallen
Chief Marketing Officer
With over 10 years of experience in marketing communications and customer service, Alvin has worked with companies providing products and services to farming communities in China and other parts of Asia. His deep understanding of these products and technologies, along with the productivity challenges faced by farmers, enhances his ability to effectively communicate technological solutions where they are most needed.
Shi Tao
Knowledge Officer China
Shi Tao has a background in animal husbandry operations and has conducted research on livestock farming and agricultural economics. Over the past 30 years, he has witnessed China's transformation from a rural agricultural economy to an industrialized nation that embraces new technologies and best practices. With a degree in animal husbandry and a passion for IT, Shi Tao understands the critical role of data science in addressing agricultural challenges.
Chi Zhi-Bo, Ricky
Technology Lead
Ricky has over 20 years experience in IT, with expertise in software programming, database management, networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and project management. He is skilled in Windows, Linux, web and mobile development, and collaboration tools. Recently, he has acquired AI and machine learning skills. With a Computer Science degree, Ricky takes the lead to work with partners to deploy the technological solutions in EFL Agricultural Hub.