Leadership

Key Management

Leadership Defined by Precision and Impact

Oakwood’s Management Team comprises senior professionals with deep expertise across corporate finance, investment strategy, and transaction advisory. With experience spanning global markets, the team has led complex mandates across mergers and acquisitions, private capital, valuation, and regulatory advisory. Combining rigorous analytical discipline with commercial judgment, they operate with a clear focus on execution—delivering strategic outcomes, managing complexity, and driving sustained value creation for clients.

Kenny Ng Tek Kooi

FCPA (Australia), C.A. (M), AIA (UK)
Founder and Group Managing Director

Kenny is a certified chartered accountant with over 10 years of experience in finance business partnering, managing a full spectrum of financial operations, financial reporting, business analysis, finance transformations & improvements, internal controls & compliance, treasury, audits & taxation. He is actively involved in supporting the private sector by promoting equity acquisition, trade, and investments in ASEAN for the past 18 years.

Work Experience

  • Managing Director, Vaulte Capital (Single Family Office)
  • Board Advisor, Crusade Partners – Venture Debt
  • (Private Credit & Structured Financing for High Growth Companies.)
  • Honorary Treasurer, Kazakhstan-Singapore Business Council
  • Honorary Treasurer, Foundation of Rotary Clubs Singapore Family Service Centre (Clementi)
  • Former Chief Strategy Officer (CSO), SGX-ST
  • Former Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Libra Group Limited (SGX:5TR)
  • Former Senior Associate, PwC and Ernst & Young

Dr. Xuan Ye

MSID, PhD
Managing Director – Principal Investors & Private Equity Practice

Xuan is a senior advisor for PE/VC-backed firms with a multi-cultural and multilingual profile. He has 20 years cumulative professional experience in the UK, France, Italy, Singapore, and China across multiple industry sectors with a focus on operational value creation in Asia. At Oakwood, Xuan spearheads institutional and family offices advisory services on alternative asset strategies, aiming to unlock value through targeted investment solutions and strategic partnerships with top GPs to drive portfolio growth.

Work Experience

  • Former Senior Advisor, Capital Asia Investments (Singapore)
  • (Licensed fund management company USD 1.5b AUM)
  • Former Private Equity Director, Inflexion Private Equity (Shanghai, China)
  • (Assets under management GBP 11b)
  • Former Investment Manager, MBO & Co (Paris, France) (French SMID cap buyout firm)
  • Former Chief Representative, MBO Partenaires (Shanghai, China)
  • Former Chief Representative, Cape Natixis (Milan, Italy) (Italian small cap buyout firm)

Stella K Y Law

ACMA, CGMA, MRICS, ASA, MScFA
Executive Director, Greater China Desk | Transaction Advisory

Stella KY Law is a recognized expert in business valuation and intangible assets, with extensive experience across industries like construction, manufacturing, and financial services. With leadership roles in top firms, including S&P 500 companies, she has shaped valuation strategies across Asia. A published author on valuation practices, she was also honored by the American Society of Appraisers with the prestigious Rising Star Committee award.

Work Experience

  • Chief Operating Officer, Fonto Holdings Ltd (Hong Kong)
  • Regional Executive Director, CHFT Advisory & Appraisal Ltd (Hong Kong)
  • Former Head of Business Valuation Department, S&P 500 company
  • Former Head of Valuation Department for a Top-10 International Audit Firm
  • Author of Applied Valuation’s in Hong Kong & Asia Capital Markets (Published by Wolters Kluwer (HK) (formerly CCH) in 2022)
  • Awarded Rising Star Committee of American Society of Appraisers, 2019

Ng Kim Heng

CA (M), AAIA (UK), ACTIM(M)
Managing Director – Malaysia Desk | Mergers & Acquisitions

Ng Kim Heng is a Chartered Accountant with extensive qualifications. Approved by the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), an approved Tax Agent under Section 153 of the Malaysian Income Tax Act 1967, a GST Tax Agent under Section 170 of the GST Act 2014, and a Licensed Secretary under Section 139B of the Companies Act 1965. He is actively involved in Business Valuation Reports, Transfer Pricing, and SST/GST implementation.

Work Experience

  • Managing Director, NKH Group of Firms, Malaysia
  • Business Valuation & Transfer Pricing Expert
  • HRD Corp Certified Trainer in Corporate Structure & Tax Advisory

Dennis Wan

PMBA (UTM)
Head of Deals & Originations – Malaysia Desk | Mergers & Acquisitions

Dennis Wan is a seasoned business leader with over 20 years of experience in logistics, real estate, property investment, and corporate advisory. He has held key roles in business development, strategic planning, and corporate leadership across both private and public sectors. Actively engaged in industry associations, he has earned multiple awards in real estate. With strong leadership and business acumen, he continues to drive growth and innovation across industries.

Work Experience

  • Former Executive Director, Forise International Limited
  • Former Independent Non-Executive Director, PUC Berhad
  • (Listed on Bursa ACE Market | Technology and Digital Services)
  • Former Executive Chairman & CEO, Imperium Crown Limited
  • (Listed on SGX-ST Catalyst Board | Property Investment & Development in Asia)
  • Former Director of Business Development, Megaharta Real Estate Sdn Bhd

Leo MY Lo

MRICS, MHKIS, RPS(GP), MEcon
Managing Director, Greater China Desk | Transaction Advisory

Leo Lo is a veteran in real estate valuation and a serial entrepreneur driving innovation in the industry. He leads asset valuation, real estate investment, and ESG advisory across the Asia-Pacific region. A pioneer in PropTech, he founded Asia PropTech to integrate AI and blockchain into real estate analysis. Recognized as RICS Excellent Young Achiever of the Year, he also contributes to academia as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at CUHK Business School and a published author on valuation practices.

Work Experience

  • Adjunct Assistant Professor, CUHK Business School
  • Guest Lecturer, HKU Space Institute for China Business
  • Tangible Assets Board Member, International Valuation Standards Council
  • CEO, Fonto Holdings Limited (Asset Investment/Financing Advisory & ESG Advisory)
  • Managing Director, CHFT Advisory and Appraisal Limited (Real Estate and Infrastructure Asset Valuations & Advisory)
  • Founder, Asia PropTech (A Real Estate Blockchain Company)
  • Co-Author, Applied Valuation in Hong Kong and Asia Capital Markets (2022)

Lee Mei Yue

CFA
Senior Associate

Lee Mei is a seasoned professional with over 10 years of experience in the origination, structuring, and execution of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and corporate transactions. Her expertise spans deal origination, financial modeling, due diligence, and strategic negotiations, making her a valuable asset in driving business growth through strategic transactions.

Calesta Oktaver

BSc (Hons), MSc (SMU)
Management Associate – RegTech Compliance

Calesta spearheads the corporate secretarial services division at Oakwood Group, utilizing her expertise in corporate governance and compliance to ensure seamless regulatory adherence and drive business growth. She fosters valued relationships with clients, prioritizing satisfaction and trust through personalized service delivery. By combining technical acumen with a client-centric approach, Calesta plays a pivotal role in maintaining Oakwood’s reputation for excellence in corporate services.

Kenny Ng Tek Kooi

FCPA (Australia), C.A. (M), AIA (UK)
Founder and Group Managing Director

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Dr. Xuan Ye

MSID, PhD
Managing Director – Principal Investors & Private Equity Practice

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Stella K Y Law

ACMA, CGMA, MRICS, ASA, MScFA
Executive Director, Greater China Desk | Transaction Advisory

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Ng Kim Heng

CA (M), AAIA (UK), ACTIM(M)
Managing Director – Malaysia Desk | Mergers & Acquisitions

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Dennis Wan

PMBA (UTM)
Head of Deals & Originations – Malaysia Desk | Mergers & Acquisitions

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Leo MY Lo

MRICS, MHKIS, RPS(GP), MEcon
Managing Director, Greater China Desk | Transaction Advisory

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Lee Mei Yue

CFA
Senior Associate

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Calesta Oktaver

BSc (Hons), MSc (SMU)
Management Associate – RegTech Compliance

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