Edmund Tie co-founded Edmund Tie & Company in 1995 with 12 partners. He led the business’s global integration with DTZ Holdings PLC in 2000, expanding in Southeast Asia with a staff strength of 500.

In 2016, Mr Tie spearheaded a management buyout from DTZ International, relaunching the firm as Edmund Tie & Company (SEA) Pte Ltd. This strategic move reflected the management’s commitment to an Asian business philosophy with international standards of expertise.

While he is no longer actively involved in the business, Mr Tie continues to contribute as an Honorary Advisor, offering his invaluable guidance and support.

Mr Tie’s tenure as the Community Chest’s vice-chairman from 1996 to 2013 and his dedication to charity work earned him several commendations:

• The Public Service Medal (Pingat Bakti Masyarakat), 2001
• The Public Service Star (Bintang Bakti Masyarakat), 2006
• Community Chest Special Recognition Award conferred by President Tony Tan at the Istana, 2014