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Born and raised in a big Chinese family in Penang, Malaysia. He was brought up in a tradi-tional Chinese way and is deeply influenced with Chinese culture. His family has a very reputable name in the Chinese medical field. Instead of taking over the company, he chose to venture into the competitive world of business. Worked in the Hong Kong share market during the late 80s, he has a vast experience in managing shares and investments especially those in China. He was also the co-founder of the famous China's chocolate brand, Le Conte. After awhile, he realized that the chocolate company isn't challenging enough for him.

In 1992, fate brought him and the Zhuhai government together in which they collaborated to build the first ever racing circuit in China and also the first official street-racing circuit (1993-1995) in the beautiful city of Zhuhai. This memorable event was held before the permanent circuit was build.

Mr. Tan is currently the General Manager of Zhuhai International Circuit Ltd. His contribution in 1992 has helped establish Zhuhai International Circuit and later that year, was the prime mover of the world-renowned street races in Zhuhai in 1994, and then again in 1995.

In 1994, he and his group of organizers brought the world famous BPR Global Endurance GT to Zhuhai, China.

One of the true pioneers of Chinese motor sport, Stewart, in 1997, partnered with Elf and Renault of France to bring “Formula Campus” (a junior formula) to China, established Formula Racing Development Ltd (FRD Motorsports). At the same time he setup the first ever racing school in China and organized China’s first formula racing series.

He was the Team Principal of the Volkswagen China (FAW) Factory Rally Team in 1999. The car used at that time was the Volkswagen Jetta.