About Us

At Markono, we believe in making knowledge available to everyone.

What We Do

For centuries, the written word has had the profound ability to impart knowledge, spur imagination and fuel dreams. As the demand for knowledge, information and entertainment continue to soar, our story is about leaving positive imprints on the world by shaping the future of reading; and creating greater opportunities to enlighten, inspire and empower the world’s readers.

Our team of printing and supply chain experts share a commitment to creating unbridled access to global knowledge, and are equally dedicated and determined to innovating solutions that make high-quality books easy to access as well as discover.

At Markono, we see ourselves as architects of accessibility – With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we are opening doors to a universe of imagination and ideas; and inviting the world to read, explore, and dream without boundaries.

Vision

To provide unparalleled supply and distribution channels to global publishers

Mission

To harness technology to market, print and deliver books in the quickest and most sustainable way

Core Values

Innovativeness

We innovate tirelessly to redefine the world of books, pioneering new methods and processes to create value for our stakeholders.

Meaning

We empower our people to discover purpose in their work, ensuring each contribution resonates with personal fulfilment and growth.

Passion

We are passionate about being the best in all that we do. We take pride in our achievements.

Respect

We treat our people, customers, partners and suppliers with dignity and respect.

Integrity

At the core of our business is integrity. We maintain the highest standards of integrity in our dealings with our stakeholders.

Nimbleness

We pride ourselves on the ability to respond quickly and innovatively to rapidly changing business conditions.

Teamwork

We are diverse yet unified as a team and are committed to working together to create value for our stakeholders.

Our Management Team

Edwin Ng

Managing Director

Edwin Ng is the Managing Director of Markono Group. Prior to joining Markono in 2008, he had a career in investment banking in Singapore and Hong Kong.

He supports tripartism in Singapore by serving as the Honorary Secretary of the Singapore National Employers Federation, Co-chair of TAFEP and on the management council of NTUC Club. He also serves the community as a Patron of Marsiling Citizens’ Consultative Committee and on the board of ITE. He was awarded the Public Service Medal in 2020.

Edwin holds a Bachelor of Business Management from the Singapore Management University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Benjamin Koh

CEO Booksmart

Benjamin Koh is the CEO of Booksmart, the book sales and distribution arm and Director of Corporate Innovations of Markono Print Media Pte Ltd. He joined the company in 2013 and was responsible for the digital transformation of the company and the starting up of Booksmart.

Prior to joining Markono, Benjamin served in the public service at Spring Singapore where he was responsible for driving the development of the printing industry. Benjamin has a Bachelor of Business Management from the Singapore Management University.

Shawn Wong

Chief Technology Officer

Shawn Wong joined Markono in March 2022 as the Chief Technology Officer, bringing over 17 years of experience in IT leadership, software development, and digital transformation. He has been involved in various digital solutions across multiple sectors, from government projects to tech companies.

Shawn is a board member of the Global Centre for Risk and Innovation and a Professional Member of the Singapore Computer Society. He is also a Certified Agile Team Facilitator and has completed the CTO Programme from the National University of Singapore.

Saravanan Nadarajah

Director, Manufacturing

Saravanan has been with Markono Print Media Pte Ltd for more than 30 years. He oversees printing operations, materials planning and machinery maintenance. He is also the Chairman of the Workplace Safety, Health & Environmental Committee.

He holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from the University of Ireland, Dublin.

Shannon Tan

Director, Business Development

Shannon Tan joined Markono Group Pte Ltd in January 2025, bringing over 15 years of experience in sales, business development, and account management across various sectors, including records and information management, commercial furniture, and shipping.

She has worked with a diverse clientele, including banking and financial institutions, auditing firms, legal services, pharmaceuticals, and real estate companies. She also has extensive expertise in managing audit processes and workflows for clients.

Tan Chew Mei

Associate Director, Supply Chain

Tan Chew Mei joined Markono Logistics Pte Ltd in November 2022 with almost 10 years of experience in the Third Party Logistics sector. Having previously worked at a global freight forwarding company, she brings along specialised expertise in Contract Logistics warehouse management involving complex logistics operations and ensuring high efficiency in supply chain processes.

Chew Mei possesses a Bachelor’s Degree in Business & Logistics Supply Chain Management from the Singapore University of Social Sciences.

Tay Phay Geok

Group Financial Controller

Phay Geok joined Markono as Group Financial Controller in January 2016. She is an ACCA graduate. She began her career with a large audit practice in Singapore. Since then, she has accumulated more than 20 years of experience in the areas of finance, accounting and treasury with large local enterprises.

Serene Tan

Director, HR and Corporate Affairs

Serene joined Markono Group in August 2022. She has more than 30 years of experience in the full spectrum of HR in private and the public sector high-tech organisations, with both local and regional coverage.

She has a Master degree in Education and Human Development from the George Washington University and Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) from the Nanyang Technological University.