Marques is the Director of Strategy & Partnerships for GIFT ASEAN. He holds over 15 years’ experience in education, energy, diplomacy, and strategy, using a systems-thinking approach to help leaders and organisations drive innovation, adapt to change, and build resilient strategies.
In the energy sector, he was involved with major greenfield and brownfield projects in oil and gas. Marques also spearheaded multi-million-dollar efficiency and renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia, achieving significant cost savings and earning national recognition for sustainability excellence. His government experience includes developing socio-economic blueprints, policy roadmaps, and youth empowerment initiatives with the Prime Minister’s Department and other ministries.
Marques is also an active voice in global conversations on AI governance, ecological economics, and post-industrial economic models. A master collaborator, Marques has forged partnerships with the United Nations, British High Commission, U.S. Embassy, Fortune 500 companies, and grassroots social enterprises. His work consistently bridges corporate strategy with social impact, ensuring that innovation serves both business goals and societal needs.