Industrial

Shaping the Future
The industrial sector is undergoing a profound metamorphosis in an era of unprecedented transformation and change.

Industrial Sector

Trends in a Complex World

The industrial sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by digitalisation and automation. To thrive in this environment, companies need visionary leaders who can harness innovation and technological advancements to propel growth.

Sustainability and ESG considerations are also increasingly important, as companies seek to balance growth with social responsibility and environmental stewardship. This requires leaders who can foster a sustainable future while ensuring operational resilience in the face of global supply chain disruptions.

Across various industry segments, we collaborate with leading companies to identify and develop transformational executives who can navigate complex challenges and drive growth.

Sectors we partner with

Aerospace & Defence

We collaborate with leading aerospace and defence companies to identify and develop transformational executives who can navigate complex regulatory environments, drive innovation, and ensure national security.

Agricultural Sector

Our expertise enables companies to appoint impactful executives who can drive growth, innovation, and sustainability in crop production, agribusiness, and food processing, ensuring a food-secure future.

Chemicals & Advanced Materials

We help companies attract exceptional executives who can drive growth, innovation, and sustainability in specialty chemicals, commodity chemicals, materials science, and petrochemicals, shaping the industry's future.

Energy & Natural Resources

Our experienced consultants work with energy and natural resource companies to appoint executives who can navigate the transition to renewable energy sources, drive operational efficiency, and ensure environmental sustainability, powering a sustainable future.

Automotive

We partner with companies to appoint visionary executives who can drive innovation, navigate changing consumer habits, and lead the transition to a sustainable future, redefining the automotive landscape.

Manufacturing

Our expertise enables leading manufacturers to identify and develop executives who can drive operational excellence, adopt new technologies, and navigate global supply chain disruptions, ensuring manufacturing excellence.

Aviation

We collaborate with companies to appoint executives to drive growth, innovation, and safety in commercial aviation, general aviation, and aerospace manufacturing, soaring to new heights.

Infrastructure

Our experienced consultants work with infrastructure companies to identify and develop executives who can drive strategic growth, navigate complex regulatory environments, and ensure sustainable development, building a better future.

Our Distinctive Approach

Our experienced consultants combine deep industry knowledge with a rigorous, data-driven approach to identify and assess exceptional talent. We take the time to understand our client's unique cultures, challenges, and aspirations, ensuring a precise fit between the leader and the organisation. With a global network and a commitment to excellence, we help our clients build agile, innovative, and sustainable organisations that thrive in a rapidly changing world.

  • Jenson Fong
    Singapore

    Jenson Fong is a seasoned Consultant who works closely with the founder and global chair of Selion Global and serves as a global resource for knowledge management, quality, and special projects. With a unique blend of project management, client service, and operational expertise, Jenson has developed a deep understanding of the professional services sector. He has a proven track record of delivering exceptional results, building solid relationships with clients and stakeholders, and supporting complex projects to successful outcomes.

    Jenson's expertise spans various industry sectors and functional knowledge, with a focus on talent management and executive search. He has held various client service and support-level positions within private banking and investment management in Singapore, which require the ability to manage stakeholders across all levels locally and abroad.

    He has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor to high-profile clients and has a proven ability to drive complex projects to success. His educational background includes a degree in Business Management (HRM) and a postgraduate diploma in Organizational Psychology.

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  • Thomas W. Hofer
    South East Asia / Singapore / China

    Thomas Hofer is a Founder and Global Managing Partner of Selion Global, a globally renowned professional services firm in leadership consulting, board advisory and executive search. With decades of extensive experience at the board and senior management levels, Thomas brings a high-level insider perspective to his work. He is highly accomplished in executive search, board consulting, succession planning, and strategic executive talent advisory.

    Thomas has established a reputation for partnering with clients with integrity, agility, discretion, and dedication, fostering enduring relationships with senior management executives and industry insiders worldwide. With a broad span of experience across multiple industries, he is committed to advising clients on informed leadership choices, empowering talented professionals to assume pivotal roles, and guiding them toward insightful decisions that drive success.

    As a former Commanding Officer of a regiment, Thomas brings extensive leadership and management experience, having led four battalions and 2,500 military personnel. He also has a lifelong interest in sports, having voluntarily served as Team Manager of the Swiss National Elite Rowing Team and participated in the World Cup and World Championships during two Olympic Cycles.

    Thomas is passionate about giving back to the community, having served as the Chair of a charity supporting families and children in underprivileged areas and as a Board Member of a Swiss-Indian foundation building schools for slum children. He is a Freeman of the City of London and enjoys visiting his favourite city often.

    As a seasoned professional, Thomas believes in supporting tomorrow's leaders through pro bono mentoring and sharing his expertise. He embraces a philosophy of continuous growth, seeking answers, and unlocking potential. This approach underpins his commitment to delivering exceptional results and making a positive impact in the world of leadership consulting and executive search.

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