David Tan

David joined Crossbows in 2003 as our Asian Sales Agent and works to promote and develop the business of ophthalmic glass moulds, metal inserts, and freeform software in Asia; mainly China. He has four decades of experience in the optical industry. During his career, David has held senior managerial positions responsible for the sales and business development activities of Japanese and Western corporations in Asia.

David has a deep industry knowledge and extensive business networks in the region including China, Korea, and Southeast Asian countries. He is particularly adept and seasoned at navigating the social, cultural, and governmental landscape of doing business in China. A Singaporean, David and his family have been based in Shanghai since 2011.