About Me
I'm an Open Source and Digital Public Infrastructure specialist with over 20 years of experience working at the intersection of technology and social impact. My background as a developer and technical architect enables me to guide governments and organizations in implementing Digital Public Goods that expand access to essential services while maintaining local ownership and sustainability.
Key Focus Areas
Digital Public Infrastructure
Designing and implementing interoperable systems that follow open standards while enabling integration across government services.
Social Protection Systems
Building platforms that help governments deliver social benefits efficiently, transparently, and with maximum impact for beneficiaries.
Open-Source Governance
Establishing sustainable governance models for digital public goods that balance innovation, sustainability, and community participation.
Implementation Support
Providing hands-on technical guidance to ensure successful deployment of digital solutions in challenging environments.
My Story
My journey began in open source software communities, where I helped build collaborative platforms at XWiki and eXo Platform. These early experiences with Ludovic and Benjamin taught me the power of open source development and the benefits of transparent, accessible technology.
In 2016, I co-founded Newlogic, a software consultancy headquartered in Singapore with offices throughout Southeast Asia. As CTO, I established our expertise in digital identity, biometrics, and humanitarian technology, focusing on developing innovative open-source solutions for digital identity and social protection systems.
My work at Newlogic revealed that while technology can address fundamental challenges, many organizations lack the capacity to build and maintain comprehensive solutions. This insight led us to develop ID PASS (a digital identity solution based on Verifiable Credentials), collaborate with MOSIP and Inji, contribute to OpenG2P, and ultimately launch OpenSPP. As Executive Director of OpenSPP, I now lead the development of an open-source social protection platform being implemented across multiple countries.
Today, I specialize in Digital Public Goods and Digital Public Infrastructure—open-source systems that empower governments with greater control and flexibility. Working alongside governments, international organizations, and NGOs, I implement digital public goods tailored to specific contexts and needs, combining technical expertise with a deep understanding of policy landscapes and social impact considerations.
"I believe that technology has the potential to transform how governments deliver services, but only when it's designed with inclusion, flexibility, and local ownership at its core."
Professional Experience
Executive Director, OpenSPP
2022 - Present
Leading the development and implementation of an open-source social protection platform that enables governments to manage social protection programs efficiently and flexibly. This leadership role provides unique insights into the real-world challenges governments face when implementing digital systems, knowledge I leverage to guide clients towards practical and effective solutions.
- Coordinated implementation across multiple countries
- Developed modular architecture for maximum flexibility
- Built capacity through training and knowledge transfer
Chief Technology Officer, Newlogic
2016 - 2024
Led technical strategy and R&D efforts for this software consultancy, focusing on developing open-source solutions for digital identity and social protection systems across diverse international contexts. The hands-on work with various DPI components gives me practical expertise that helps clients navigate technical complexity and make sustainable technology choices.
- Led technical strategy and R&D efforts
- Contributed to MOSIP, OpenG2P, OpenSPP and ID PASS project
- Developed open-source solutions for digital identity and social protection
Founder and CEO, Collabspot
2013 - 2019
Founded and led an enterprise communication platform for sales teams, streamlining sales communication processes, before successfully leading its acquisition. Building and scaling this SaaS business provided valuable lessons about creating sustainable technology solutions and aligning technical implementations with organizational objectives, experience which helps me guide clients in developing systems that achieve operational goals.
- Founded and led an enterprise communication platform
- Streamlined sales communication processes
- Successfully led the acquisition of the company
Chief Technology Officer, 8common Limited
2015 - 2016
Led technology strategy for a publicly listed company (ASX:8CO), focused on developing enterprise SaaS solutions for business process management and expense reporting. This experience developing solutions under rigorous governance and compliance requirements is valuable for government clients who require similar levels of accountability and transparency.
- Directed enterprise SaaS product development
- Managed technology roadmap for public company
- Implemented enterprise business process automation
Product Manager, eXo Platform
2007 - 2009
Managed product development for eXo Platform, an open-source portal and content management system, including creating eXo Social. This early open-source experience established my understanding of community-driven development and informs my approach to developing solutions that encourage collaboration and prevent vendor lock-in.
- Created and managed eXo Social product
- Represented open source solutions at international conferences
- Managed Vietnam office with 50 employees
Tech Lead & Community Manager, XWiki
2005 - 2007
Contributed to XWiki, a leading open-source wiki and collaboration platform, serving as a committer while managing the community. This foundational experience shaped my passion for open-source development and collaborative technologies, roots which continue to influence my approach to building sustainable, community-supported digital public goods.
- Core committer to the open source XWiki project
- Developed for XWiki.com, an advanced wiki farm platform
- Managed community contributions and technical direction
My Approach
My approach is built on collaboration, transparency, and sustainable technology choices designed to maximize local ownership and long-term success.
People-Centered
I prioritize user needs and local contexts, ensuring that technical solutions are appropriate for the people they serve and the environments they operate in.
Knowledge Transfer
I focus on building local capacity and ownership, ensuring that clients can independently manage and further develop their systems after implementation.
Open by Default
I advocate for open-source solutions, open standards, and transparent processes that provide flexibility, prevent vendor lock-in, and enable collaboration.
Interested in working together?
If my experience and approach align with your needs, I'd be happy to discuss how I can help with your digital public infrastructure projects.