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Andrew Tam
Head of Legal, Asia Pacific & Global Supply Chain
Dr. Martens
Andrew is a member of three leadership teams at Dr. Martens:- the APAC Regional Leadership Team, the Global Supply Chain Leadership Team, and the Legal Leadership Team, which brings him close to diverse teams and many aspects of the business. He also serves as Liaison Officer on operational, developmental, and other matters between various internal stakeholders across functions, geographies and seniority as well as with external parties.
Andrew is particularly adept at applying his professional legal knowledge with a holistic, integrated approach to transformative initiatives. He has provided leadership to enhance internal processes and strengthen culture. In addition to helping support a resilient supply chain, Andrew worked on the transfer of 14 franchise stores to the brand’s direct-to-consumer retail business in Japan and support other revenue activities across the region.
Having started his career over 15 years ago at Skadden Arps, Andrew first transitioned to a senior in-house position with an industry leader in the luxury hospitality and casino sector. He has also consulted at a modern tech-focused insurance group. Throughout the years, Andrew has worked on many novel and challenging matters, some high value in excess of USD1 billion and other intricate matters.
Andrew is an active member of the Creative and Consumer Committee at the British Chamber of Commerce Hong Kong and is a speaker at events. Andrew has always motivated himself and his team to immerse themselves in public legal services and charity volunteer work while constantly promoting personal growth. Most recently, in 2024, he self-studied as a full-time employee and parent, and passed the Solicitors Qualifying Exam (SQE). Andrew is qualified in Hong Kong, New York and England & Wales, and his international experiences includes working or living in Australia, Beijing, Hong Kong, Macau, the UK and the USA.