I’m Jacob, a globe-trotter 👨🏽‍💻 with a passion for exploring new cultures and creating lasting friendships 🫂. I am from Singapore but currently base in Turkey and Georgia (Tbilisi) doing remote work.

I’m a tech support specialist and into all things IT, like AI, ML, Data, Security, Forensics, Robotics etc.

I believe every city 🏙️ has a story to tell, and I’m on a mission to listen👂to them all. 🌏

UPDATE 11 July 2024
In Georgia 🇹🇷
Can host near Ghrmaghele Metro
Modern Studio Apartment

PHILOSOPHY
Giving is an antidote to living a fulfilling life. 💊 😃

PAST WORKS
Working on a human brain and computer interface technology in 2010. 🧠 👨🏽‍💻
Waking up one day and booked a flight to Athens to travel. ✈️
Ran 3 companies in FASHION, MEDIA and TECH in my twenties. 🧳👨‍💼 📸 💻
Sold everything and now involved in charity. 🙆🏽‍♂️

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love the idea of connecting with locals and other travelers. It’s not just about finding a place to stay; it’s about exchanging stories, learning from each other, and building a global community. 🤝

Interests

Technology, Photography, Cooking, Fitness, Business and Fashion

• fashion
• photography
• fitness
• technology
• traveling
• business
• videography

Music, Movies, and Books

Movie Genre = Romantic comedy 👩‍❤️‍👨
Books - Biographies 📚

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Sold 3 companies in my twenties 🤷🏽‍♂️

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: I can share my knowledge of local cuisine, teaching you how to cook some of my favorite dishes.

Learn: I'm eager to learn about different cultures and traditions. Whether it's a new language, or a local recipe, I'm excited to expand my horizons.

Share: I love exchanging travel stories and tips, and I enjoy sharing my experiences and recommendations from my journeys around the world. Let's make new memories together!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good company, travel tales, a chef of Indian cuisine, extend helping hands in the kitchen, as a thank you for your hospitality. 🎁
Looking forward to making new connections and building memories one couch at a time!

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Cambodia, China, England, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, United Kingdom