藍兆君 Joshua LAN

JOB TITLE

Head of Investment and Strategy

DEPARTMENT

Taiwan Mobile/Corporate Development

INSTRUCTION LANGUAGES

Mandarin
English

Taiwan Mobile

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PERSONAL BIO

Joshua Lan currently serves as the Head of Strategy and Investment at Taiwan Mobile, where he leads the execution of the company’s Telco + Tech transformation strategy. In this capacity, he oversees strategic investments across five focus pillars: entertainment and content, enterprise solutions, retail and e-commerce, renewables, and mobility, driving innovation and long-term value creation for the organization.

Prior to joining Taiwan Mobile, Joshua was the Head of Commercial at Shopee Thailand, where he successfully supported business growth of over 200%. He began his career with McKinsey & Company, advising leading financial institutions across Asia on corporate strategy, innovation, and digital transformation for more than a decade.

Beyond his professional achievements, Joshua is deeply committed to talent development and mentorship. He previously led the McKinsey Mentorship Program in Taiwan, equipping young professionals with foundational consulting skills, career guidance, and a collaborative growth network.

Through this mentorship program, Joshua aims to inspire and exchange perspectives with emerging leaders who are eager to create meaningful impact in the dynamic world of corporate strategy and venture investment.

In his leisure time, he enjoys traveling, music, fine cuisine, tennis, swimming, and outdoor activities.

WORK EXPERIENCE AND AWARDS

Head of Investment and Strategy, Taiwan Mobile, Taiwan (2022-present)
Head of Commercial, Shopee Thailand, Thailand (2020-2021)
Associate Partner, McKinsey Greater China, Taiwan (2007-2019)
Associate, CLSA Asia, Hong Kong (2010-2011)

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Bachelor in Economics, Natioanl Taiwan Univerity, Taiwan

Job Positions

Brief Introduction of the Department

【The Corporate Development Office】

The Corporate Development Office of Taiwan Mobile plays a central role in shaping and executing the company’s Telco + Tech transformation strategy. It comprises four key functions that collectively drive strategic growth and long-term value creation.

The first function is Corporate Strategy, which focuses on identifying new business opportunities and defining strategic directions within the Telco + Tech framework. The second is Strategic Investments, a major growth engine for Taiwan Mobile, responsible for sourcing, validating, evaluating, and executing venture deals across five focus pillars. The team ensures sound governance through rigorous portfolio management and investment operations after approval by the Investment Committee. The third function, Partnerships, facilitates collaboration and synergy between Taiwan Mobile’s core business units and its investment portfolio companies, strengthening the group’s ecosystem advantage. The fourth function, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), actively seeks acquisition targets in core telecom and emerging technology sectors aligned with Taiwan Mobile’s strategic priorities.

The overarching mission of Corporate Development is to accelerate value creation for Taiwan Mobile by driving strategic deal-making, fostering innovation, and enabling the leadership team to identify and execute transformative growth opportunities.

Department Staff Number

- 5-10 people

Internship Job Description

At Taiwan Mobile’s Corporate Development Department, interns gain hands-on experience in creating corporate value through strategic investments. The program offers a comprehensive learning journey that combines analytical rigor with strategic thinking—covering financial modeling, industry analysis, and the preparation of investment committee presentations.

Interns work closely with experienced investment professionals throughout the deal evaluation process, beginning with the identification of synergies between potential investment targets and Taiwan Mobile’s business units. They conduct in-depth industry and competitive landscape studies to validate the relevance of investment opportunities, followed by financial modeling and valuation analysis to support negotiation decisions. The process culminates in the development of a compelling investment proposal presented to Taiwan Mobile’s Investment Committee.

The department’s corporate venture efforts focus on five strategic pillars: (1) Retail, e-commerce, and fintech; (2) Entertainment, content, and gaming; (3) Mobility; (4) Enterprise solutions; and (5) Renewables.
Beyond new investments, interns also contribute to portfolio management, which includes regular engagement with portfolio companies, coordinating strategic collaborations with internal business units, and ensuring effective investment operations and reporting. This experience offers a well-rounded foundation in corporate strategy, investment analysis, and business growth execution.

Preferred Intern Education Level

- Undergraduate students (third year and above)
- Master students

Preferred Intern Skill Sets or Qualities

- Ability to quickly learn and apply fundamental analytical and financial techniques
- Financial modeling & valuation: Ability to build and interpret Excel models (DCF, comparable company, precedent transactions).
- Market research & data analysis: Synthesizing industry trends, competitor benchmarking, and investment theses.
- Strategic analysis: Understanding business models, synergies, and long-term value creation in M&A or partnership contexts.
- Attention to detail: Precision in numbers, documentation, and investment memos.
- Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
- Understanding of corporate strategy: Knowledge of diversification, digital transformation, or growth strategy frameworks.
- Curiosity for emerging technologies: Especially relevant for telecom and AI ecosystems.
- Commercial awareness: Ability to connect financial results with market positioning and strategic objectives.
- Communication & Teamwork
- Presentation and storytelling: Turning analysis into clear narratives for executives or investors.
- Cross-functional collaboration: Working with finance, legal, product, and external partners.
- Professional maturity: Discretion, initiative, and the ability to handle sensitive information.

Others

- Expected working hours per week: 30+
- Salary/Financial Support: NT$200~250 per hour
- Benefit not provided