Edison Hoi San Tam – Associate Director, Climate/ESG Credit Risk

Las Vegas, NV – Edison Hoi-San Tam has been prominently featured in The Inner Circle and recognized as a Pinnacle Professional Member of The Inner Circle of Excellence for his exceptional contributions to product development and climate risk management. With over a decade of distinguished experience spanning financial technology, credit risk, and ESG solutions, Mr. Tam has established himself as an industry leader driving innovation in climate-focused financial products.

Currently serving as Associate Director of Climate and ESG Credit Risk at S&P Global since December 2023, Mr. Tam is at the forefront of building and scaling innovative approaches to climate-focused financial technology solutions that address critical market needs.

Professional Excellence and Leadership
Prior to his current role, Mr. Tam served as Group Product Manager at One Concern, where he developed cutting-edge solutions centered on resilience and climate risk assessment. His most notable tenure was at Moody’s Analytics from 2014 to 2022, where he advanced to Associate Director and Senior Product Manager. In this capacity, he led a dedicated team in creating and managing sophisticated credit risk software, introduced innovative pricing structures, and consistently delivered exceptional results. His strategic leadership contributed to maintaining high Net Promoter Scores while successfully integrating forward-looking macroeconomic and climate change scenarios into the company’s credit risk product offerings.

Academic Foundation and Professional Credentials
Mr. Tam’s academic background reflects his commitment to both technical excellence and financial strategy. He earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, and Applied Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley in 2010, followed by a Master of Science in Financial Mathematics from Stanford University in 2014. His professional credentials include certification as a Financial Risk Manager from the Global Association of Risk Professionals and as a Product Executive and Leader from Product School Inc.

Future Vision and Impact
With over a decade of industry experience, Mr. Tam continues to expand his expertise in ESG and climate risk management, focusing on scaling global solutions for commercial real estate analysis and driving further innovation in financial technology. Guided by his commitment to data-driven, strategic approaches to risk management, he remains dedicated to shaping the future of product development in the financial sector.

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