Mei Ling Tan

Dr. Mei Ling Tan is a Senior Research Scientist at the Centre for Leadership and Cultural Intelligence (CLCI), Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. She holds a PhD from NTU and is actively engaged in cutting-edge research on cultural intelligence, leadership, and intercultural competence.

Her research focuses on:

• Developing contextualized leadership competency models for public sector leaders in collaboration with the Public Service Division, Prime Minister’s Office.
• Exploring the neurological basis of leadership, coaching, and cultural intelligence.
• Publishing in high-impact academic outlets such as the Annual Reviews series, Cambridge University Press, and Oxford University Press.

She has presented her work at premier international conferences including the Academy of Management, American Psychological Association, and International Association of Chinese Management Research. Her research has been recognized with competitive awards, highlighting its innovation and impact.

Notable scientific awards include:

• Nanyang President’s Graduate Scholarship
• Research Award from the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP), American Psychological Association

Dr. Tan is actively involved in research partnerships and grants, particularly through the strategic CLCI-PSD collaboration. She contributes significantly to advancing the science of leadership and cultural intelligence in both academic and public policy contexts. She is also a sought-after speaker on integrating culturally diverse organizations.