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Kolin Low is the Regional Director of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), a not-for-profit standards development organization committed to creating a safer and more sustainable world. Based in Singapore, he leads regional initiatives across ASEAN, Japan, Korea, and Australasia, working closely with governments, industries, and stakeholders to promote standardization as a platform for global collaboration.

With extensive experience in international standards development, regulatory alignment, and emerging technology engagement, Mr. Low plays a key role in addressing unintended hazards and supporting innovation through effective and globally recognized standards. In recognition of his technical expertise and contributions, he was inducted into the UL William Henry Merrill Society as a Distinguished Member of Technical Staff.

Professional Experience

Regional Director

UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) | Singapore

• Leads regional operations covering ASEAN, Japan, Korea, and Australasia.
• Collaborates with key stakeholders to advance standardization and global cooperation.
• Supports emerging technologies by identifying potential hazards and fostering safer adoption.
• Promotes regulatory alignment and innovation through standards development.

Regional Manager

International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

• Established the ISO Regional Engagement Initiative (REI) office in Singapore.
• Led the development of ISO’s regional engagement strategy for the Asia-Pacific region.
• Strengthened partnerships with regional standards bodies and policymakers.

 

Leadership Roles in Standards and Quality Infrastructure

Enterprise Singapore (formerly SPRING Singapore)

• Held various positions focused on international policy for standards and quality.
• Worked on accreditation, metrology, and regional standards development initiatives.
• Supported national and international efforts in strengthening quality infrastructure.

Skills & Expertise

• International Standards Development & Engagement
• Regulatory Alignment and Policy Collaboration
• Emerging Technology Risk and Safety Frameworks
• Regional Stakeholder and Government Partnerships
• Standards Strategy for Asia-Pacific Markets
• Quality Infrastructure: Accreditation and Metrology

Mission Statement

Kolin Low is dedicated to advancing global safety and innovation by promoting standards as a foundation for collaboration, regulatory harmony, and responsible technology development across the Asia-Pacific region.

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Engr. Aryan Josef Basas is a highly respected conformity assessment professional with over 20 years of experience in global certification systems, regulatory compliance, and market access solutions. Based in Singapore, he serves as Conformity Assessment Program Principal at UL Solutions, where he leads program and policy management for UL-operated conformity assessment schemes across ANZ, South and Southeast Asia, and the Middle East.

Engr. Basas is recognized as a Distinguished Member of Technical Staff by the William Henry Merrill Society (WHMS)—an honor established to recognize UL’s most critical technical experts and their contributions to advancing safety science and global standards.

With deep expertise in conformity assessment scheme development, certification body oversight, and international compliance alignment, Engr. Basas remains committed to streamlining market acceptance and promoting fair national treatment for conformity assessment providers worldwide.

Professional Experience

Conformity Assessment Program Principal

UL Solutions | Singapore

• Responsible for program and policy management of UL-operated conformity assessment schemes across:
  • Australia & New Zealand (ANZ)
  • South and Southeast Asia
  • Middle East regions
• Chairs the UL Solutions Certification Body Compliance Requirements Advisory Committee, ensuring global alignment with ISO/IEC 17065 requirements across UL certification bodies.
• Represents UL Solutions as a member of:
  • ISO/CASCO Committee on Conformity Assessment
  • Singapore National Mirror Committee on Conformity Assessment

Program Manager, Conformity Assessment Programs (2016)

UL Solutions

• Led the development and expansion of conformity assessment certification and inspection bodies across UL offices in:
  • Singapore
  • Dubai
  • Indonesia
  • India
  • Thailand
• Supported scope expansions of major UL certification bodies, including:
  • UL Italy
  • UL Demko
  • UL LLC

Global Market Access Engineer (2008)

UL International–Singapore Pte Ltd

• Managed front-end certification projects for electrical and electronic products worldwide.
• Provided market access solutions and performed certification activities under Singapore Safety Mark requirements.

International Relations Officer (2003)

Bureau of Product Standards (BPS), Philippines

• Assisted in evaluation and contestations for the listing of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) under the ASEAN Electrical and Electronic Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA).

Laboratory Assessor

Philippine Accreditation Bureau (PAB)

• Conducted assessments of laboratories in electrical testing, mechanical testing, and calibration.
• Evaluated compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, covering measurements in:
  • Length
  • Temperature
  • Mass
  • Pressure
  • Volume
  • Electrical measurements

Skills & Expertise

• Global Conformity Assessment & Certification Systems
• Program and Policy Management
• Certification Body Oversight and Compliance
• ISO/IEC 17065 and ISO/IEC 17025 Standards
• Market Access and International Acceptance Frameworks
• ASEAN Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRA)
• Regulatory Alignment Across Global Regions

Education & Professional Credentials

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
  Eastern Visayas State University (EVSU), Philippines
• Registered Electrical Engineer (REE)
• Registered Master Electrician (RME)
  Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), Philippines

 

Mission Statement

Engr. Aryan Josef Basas is dedicated to advancing global conformity assessment systems that enhance market access, strengthen international trust, and ensure consistent compliance with safety and quality standards across industries worldwide.

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Tess (Theresa) Espejo is a seasoned standards and regulatory professional with more than 20 years of experience managing programs, projects, policies, processes, and people in the legislative, codes, standards, and regulatory domain. With a strong background in fire and life safety, security systems, and certification program development, she has played a significant role in advancing safety and compliance frameworks across Canada.

Over the course of her career, Tess has contributed extensively to national model codes, technical committee leadership, and industry engagement. She currently supports UL’s commercial services, clients, and stakeholders as Program Manager for Codes and Regulatory Services, while also serving as UL’s Global Inclusion Ambassador for Canada.

Professional Experience

Program Manager, Codes and Regulatory Services

UL Solutions of Canada Inc.

• Supports UL’s commercial services and provides regulatory guidance to clients and stakeholders.
• Leads engagement efforts in codes, standards, and regulatory services.
• Serves as Global Inclusion Ambassador for Canada, promoting equity and inclusion initiatives.

Standards Technical Committee Manager (17 Years)

UL Canada (ULC)

• Managed UL Canada Standards Technical Committees in key areas, including:
  • Fire Alarm and Life Safety
  • Security and Intrusion Alarms
  • Cannabis Safety
  • Tanks and Fittings for Flammable and Combustible Liquids
• Provided leadership in standards development and stakeholder coordination across multiple industries.

Certification & Training Program Development (TIC Division)

UL Testing, Inspection and Certification (2019–Present)

• Helped develop certification and training programs, including:
  • Integrated Systems Testing (1001)
  • Safety, Security, and Sustainability of Cannabis Facilities and Operations
  • Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems (ERCES)

Codes and Industry Leadership

• Active participant in the development of the National Building and Fire Codes of Canada since 2006.
• Voting Member, National Model Code Committees on Fire and Life Safety (NMCC-FLS)
• Chair, Task Group on Hazardous Processes (TG-HAZ) for the 2030 code editions

Achievements & Professional Recognition

• Awarded Honorary Life Membership by the Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) for exemplary contributions to the fire alarm industry.
• Currently serves as Director-at-Large of the CFAA.
• Member of multiple professional organizations, including:
  • Canadian Security Association (CANASA)
  • Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE)
  • Canadian Fire Safety Association (CFSA)
  • Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs (CAFC) Codes Committee
  • Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA) Liquid Fuels Advisory Council
  • Women Talk Fire, and others

Skills & Expertise

• Codes, Standards, and Regulatory Compliance
• Fire Alarm, Life Safety, and Security Systems
• Certification and Training Program Development
• Technical Committee Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
• National Model Code Development (Canada)
• Program and Policy Management
• Inclusion and Industry Advocacy

Education & Professional Development

• Technical Leadership Development Program (TLDP), MIT (2023)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman
• Master’s Degree in Public Administration, University of the Philippines Diliman

Mission Statement

Tess Espejo is dedicated to strengthening public safety and regulatory excellence by advancing standards, codes, and certification programs that support resilient communities, innovative industries, and inclusive collaboration.