The Team

Talenia Phua Gajardo

CEO / Founder

Talenia is the CEO of The Artling. Half Singaporean and half Chilean, Talenia grew up in Singapore, was educated in Australia and London, where she spent almost a decade, and also worked for several years at architect Zaha Hadid’s eponymous firm, before founding her own architecture and design practice. After returning to Singapore in 2013, she founded The Artling to create an aggregated online platform for discovering contemporary art.

Talenia’s life passions are intertwined with the world of contemporary art, architecture and design. She has served as design judge for the Dezeen Awards, was on Hong Kong’s Design Trust benefit committee and was a Milken Institute Young Leader Circle member. She has spoken at numerous international conferences and has been part of panels for UBS, DBS, The Milken Institute, Frieze, and more.

She is a Loke Cheng-Kim Foundation scholar and received her BA (Hons) Architecture from Central Saint Martin’s in London.

Kim Tay

Gallery Director / Co-Founder

Kim is the Co-Founder and Gallery Director of The Artling. She joined the company in 2014 after spending a number of years in the United States and Russia. She oversees The Artling’s online inventory and leads the company’s various consultancy projects across the globe, sourcing and commissioning artworks for clients from Google to Ritz Carlton.

Kim’s expertise in art collecting, Southeast Asia’s regional art scenes, and the crucial synergies between art and technology has been shared on panels and talks across Asia for Hermes, HSBC, Credit Suisse and more.

The Singapore native holds a degree in Art History and Government from Georgetown University in Washington, DC.

Alice Prendiville

Business Development Manager

Alice is the Business Development Manager for The Artling. Hailing from Sydney with a Bachelor of Interior Design (Hons) from the University of Technology Sydney. Alice has been working in the Interior Design sector specialising in furniture and finishes design solutions across Australia and Asia for nearly two decades.

Forging strong relationships along the way, Alice has delivered complex large scale interior projects across AsiaPacific. She thrives on consulting clients on their journey from concept stage through to sourcing and project management.

Alice’s background in Interior Design, coupled with a passion for art, design and technology underscores her holistic approach to creating impactful environments.

Sarah Ang

HR & Administrative Manager

Sarah is The Artling's HR & Administrative Manager. In her role, she leverages on her background in customer service from her seven years as a cabin crew member at Singapore Airlines. She is responsible for developing HR policies, supporting recruitment efforts, and managing administrative processes to enhance workplace culture and employee satisfaction. Her dedication to fostering a positive work environment aligns with The Artling’s commitment to excellence.

In her spare time, Sarah enjoys family activities and volunteering in community educational programs.

Zhengqing Hu

Chief Technical Officer

Zhengqing is a seasoned professional with expertise in Data Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, and Artificial Intelligence. With a Ph.D. in Machine Learning and Computer Networks, Zhengqing brings deep technical expertise and seamlessly bridges academic insights with practical industry experience.

Poh Peng Yu

Senior Developer

With an attraction to software development for his love for games, Peng Yu obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Real-Time Interactive Simulation from DigiPen. He started his career building educational games for an ed-tech startup and got an opportunity to join The Artling as a web developer in 2017. He is now a full stack developer absorbed in exploring the rapidly evolving web development scene.

Khor Whey Yinn

Full Stack Engineer

A graduate of the BSc (Computing & Law) programme of Singapore Management University, Whey Yinn now dedicates herself to creating intuitive and robust digital solutions. Driven by a passion for problem-solving and a commitment to continuous growth, she works closely with the team to develop and deliver user-centered applications across The Artling's online platform.

Suvali Dhanak

Project Manager

Suvali is a Project Manager at The Artling working closely with stakeholders to bring projects to fruition.

A Los Angeles native, she graduated from Singapore's Yale-NUS College with a BA (Hons) in Arts and Humanities, specializing in Art History. She combines her passion for the arts with a strong operational skill set derived from her background in non-profit work. With nearly two years of experience in a Singapore-based gallery, Suvali has developed a keen understanding of the logistical needs that bring art-based projects to life, all while valuing meaningful connections with artists, clients, and suppliers.

Chua Xuan Yi

Art Consultant

Xuan Yi joined The Artling in 2023 with almost 20 years of experience as an Interior Design Consultant. She has completed numerous projects that includes luxury hotels, high-end residences, and commercial spaces. With over a decade of specialization in Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) design, she honed her expertise in this area before joining The Artling to focus on art selection and procurement. Xuan Yi possesses a deep understanding of interior spaces and recognizes the transformative power of art, believing that no space is truly complete without the presence of thoughtfully curated artworks.

Tina Rim

Creative Lead

As The Artling’s Creative Lead, Tina manages all visual elements for The Artling, working with clients for VIP events and consultancy projects. She completed her BA (Hons) in Design Communication at Lasalle College of the Arts, with a major in Graphic Design. Tina is an interdisciplinary designer, with her works having been showcased at Tokyo Design Week and included in projects in Singapore and Taiwan.

Liyana Safari

Gallery Liaison

Liyana is The Artling's Gallery Liaison, working with clients and sellers for the online platform. She is a digital media professional with a diverse background in the arts. Her extensive experience spans coordinating exhibitions, managing marketing campaigns, and collaborating closely with artists and art institutions. Her passion for the arts, combined with her insight into both the creative and operational aspects of the industry, creates a distinctive fusion of creativity and business acumen.