{"id":2203,"date":"2017-02-07T23:05:59","date_gmt":"2017-02-08T05:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/?page_id=2203"},"modified":"2026-08-23T17:59:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-23T23:59:04","slug":"about-the-author-stephen-choo-quan","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/about-the-author-stephen-choo-quan\/","title":{"rendered":"About the Author &#8211; Stephen Choo Quan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft  wp-image-16349\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"278\" height=\"278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-696x696.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-1068x1068.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/SCQ_5685-5-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 278px) 100vw, 278px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>My Mission<\/strong>: To empower individuals to achieve their highest potential in health, wealth, and creative expression through practical systems, tools, and inspiration that cultivate a balanced mind, body, and spirit; unlock their talents; enrich communities; and create lasting momentum.<\/p>\n<p>Stephen Choo Quan is a seasoned technology leader with over <strong>30 years of experience<\/strong> driving enterprise software delivery and digital transformation across global teams. He has led <strong>distributed teams across multiple time zones and geographies<\/strong>, blending strategic leadership with deep technical expertise to deliver impactful results in complex enterprise environments.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><br \/>Global Team Leadership<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stephen\u2019s leadership journey spans decades of managing <strong>offshore and nearshore development teams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>1998\u20132004:<\/strong> Led a team of 8 nearshore developers in <strong>Barbados<\/strong> while based in the <strong>USA<\/strong>, successfully delivering mission-critical software projects across regions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>2005\u20132010:<\/strong> Directed a team of 4 offshore developers in <strong>India<\/strong>, managing seamless cross-continental collaboration and agile delivery.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>2011\u2013Present:<\/strong> Leads a hybrid team of 6 developers across <strong>four time zones<\/strong>, optimizing communication and workflows to deliver enterprise data solutions for a Fortune 25 firm.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Currently, Stephen serves as an <strong>Enterprise Architect at\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>J.P. Morgan Chase<\/strong>, where he continues to shape the enterprise data strategy and drive <\/span>innovation.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Technical Expertise<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stephen brings a <strong>rare blend of practical engineering depth and strategic foresight<\/strong>. His certifications include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>AWS Certified Solutions Architect \u2013 Associate<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>SAP BusinessObjects Certified Architect<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>IBM-Certified DB2 Database Developer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Top 3% Global Expert in Agile PLM (Pluralsight 97th Percentile)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>SEI-CMM Level 3 Certified<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>His technology stack includes extensive\u00a0<span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">experience with\u00a0<strong>enterprise relational databases<\/strong>\u00a0(Oracle, SQL Server, Sybase, MariaDB, MySQL),\u00a0<strong>cloud architecture<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>data warehousing<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>Java development<\/strong>, <strong>modern ELT, and business intelligence tools<\/strong> (Spark, Databricks, Tableau, Power BI, SAP BusinessObjects<\/span>). With over <strong>20 years\u00a0<\/strong><span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"><strong>of experience in data warehousing<\/strong>, Stephen has consistently stayed ahead of trends in\u00a0<strong>business intelligence<\/strong>,\u00a0<strong>analytics<\/strong>, and\u00a0<strong>machine learning<\/strong>\u2014well before they became industry standards<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Thought Leadership &amp; Innovation<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>A recognized thought leader, Stephen has presented articles and workshops to <strong>SAP BusinessObjects communities across the tri-state area<\/strong>. He also developed the <strong>Business Intelligence Maturity Model Framework<\/strong>, helping companies benchmark and evolve their data maturity to leverage insights for business growth and profitability.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Awards &amp; Recognition<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stephen has received numerous accolades for his innovative thinking, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>OMNITRUST Y2K Conversion Award<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Platform Renovation Leadership Award<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Business Objects Upgrade Project Award<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>iComp Datalake Project Award<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These honors reflect his ability to bridge infrastructure architecture, data modeling, and software development with business impact.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Leadership Philosophy<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stephen\u2019s leadership is rooted in <strong>emotional maturity, technical excellence, and deep human empathy, <\/strong>qualities shaped by decades of navigating high-pressure projects in Fortune 25 companies. Born in <strong>Trinidad and Tobago<\/strong>, he brings Caribbean energy, charisma, and emotional sensitivity to his work.<\/p>\n<p>Known for being <strong>open, honest, and dependable under stress<\/strong>, Stephen builds trust with both end-users and executive stakeholders. His ability to translate business analysis into tangible technology outcomes, combined with a <strong>humble, collaborative spirit<\/strong>, makes him an indispensable team player and leader.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Guiding Principles for Success<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Stephen attributes his success to three enduring values:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Empower others<\/strong>: Be fair, play to people\u2019s strengths, and give credit where it\u2019s due.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Take calculated risks<\/strong>: Use data to inform bold moves that can drive meaningful change.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Ask good questions<\/strong>: Seek truth through inquiry, then act with clarity and courage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>In every project, Stephen\u2019s core mission is to <strong>build strong teams, deliver lasting impact, and inspire excellence<\/strong> in those around him.<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-7551\" src=\"http:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"811\" height=\"404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile.png 811w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile-300x149.png 300w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile-768x383.png 768w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile-324x160.png 324w, https:\/\/www.designandexecute.com\/designs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/pluralsight-agile-696x347.png 696w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 811px) 100vw, 811px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Leadership &amp; Community Involvement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>President, Toastmasters Club 328 (JPMorgan Chase)<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2022\u20132024<\/em><br>Spearheaded club growth, mentorship programs, and public speaking initiatives at a Fortune 25 organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contest Chair, Toastmasters Area 52\/53\/54<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2023<\/em><br>Orchestrated multi-area speech contests, managing logistics, judge training, and event facilitation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Area Director, Toastmasters Area 52<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2022<\/em><br>Provided leadership across multiple clubs, driving member engagement and performance improvement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Founding Member, Philadelphia Classical School Launch Team<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2011<\/em><br>Helped shape academic, cultural, and operational frameworks during the foundational phase of an independent K\u20138 institution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Founder &amp; Leader, Trini Jungle Juice<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2003\u2013Present<\/em><br>Pioneered one of the most influential Caribbean lifestyle platforms, blending content, community, and culture worldwide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Executive Producer, Viva La Carnival<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2015\u20132023<\/em><br>Led strategic vision, media production, and digital engagement for a premier Caribbean cultural initiative.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Public Speaking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Top 300 International Toastmasters Speakers<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2024<\/em><br>Out of 25,000+ global competitors, Stephen ranked in the top 1% worldwide and was <strong>2nd runner-up in District 18<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2nd Place, Division Level \u2013 Toastmasters International Speech Contest (District 18)<\/strong> \u2013 <em>2025<\/em><br>Recognized for powerful storytelling, presence, and clarity in competitive speaking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Athletics &amp; Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Basketball Champion<\/strong> \u2013\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Men\u2019s Division 2 Champion<\/strong>, Titans (1993)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>College North Zone Champion &amp; National Finalist<\/strong>, St. Mary\u2019s College (1990\u20131992)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Track &amp; Field<\/strong> \u2013<br><strong>400m U-17 National Finalist and North Zone Champion<\/strong> (1989) \u2014 Personal Best: 50.9 seconds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shotokan Karate<\/strong> \u2013<br>Brown Belt, achieving advanced-level proficiency in form and discipline (1983)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Table Tennis Competitor<\/strong> \u2013<br>Unofficial rating of ~1300, consistently ranked in competitive club matches (2020)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rock Climber<\/strong> \u2013<br>Intermediate skill level with an average climb of 5.10 (2009)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Latin Dance Performer<\/strong> \u2013<br>Professional-level performances in <strong>Philadelphia and Atlantic City<\/strong> showcases (2007\u20132008)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Creative Pursuits<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Professional Photographer \u2013 <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.photographybycq.com\">PhotographyByCQ.com<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 <em>2003\u2013Present<\/em><br>Internationally published visual storyteller capturing Caribbean culture, urban life, and professional portraits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact Stephen Choo Quan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"tel:302%20312%204611\">302 312 4611<\/a><br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/stephenchooquan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.linkedin.com\/in\/stephenchooquan\/<\/a><br>skype: taylorchooquan1<br><a href=\"http:\/\/www.photographybycq.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">http:\/\/www.photographybycq.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My Mission: To empower individuals to achieve their highest potential in health, wealth, and creative expression through practical systems, tools, and inspiration that cultivate a balanced mind, body, and spirit; 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