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A former naval diver who left his military career due to a medical condition and later became wheelchair-bound following an accident has rebuilt his life through his passion for toy manufacturing.<\/p>\n
Kenneth Tan, 38, founder of Mox Monsters, joined the Navy at the age of 19 but left seven years later after being diagnosed with a medical condition affecting his movement and mobility, according to Shin Min Daily News.\u00a0<\/p>\n
After leaving the military, Tan actively sought employment and took on various roles, including in social media management and graphic design.\u00a0<\/p>\n
It was during this period that he also met his wife, who has remained a constant source of support and encouragement.<\/p>\n
However, another setback came in 2016, when Tan was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that nearly cost him his life and left him reliant on a wheelchair for mobility.<\/p>\n
During the difficult period that followed, Tan rediscovered his passion for toy painting, which helped him cope with depression and regain a sense of purpose.\u00a0<\/p>\n
In 2017, Tan set up a model-painting studio and began conducting classes, but the inconsistent income made it difficult to earn a sustainable living, prompting him to explore other business ventures, reported Shin Min Daily News.<\/p>\n
With 3D printing gaining popularity, Tan founded MoxMonsters in 2024, a toy brand specialising in designing and manufacturing models for businesses and other clients.<\/p>\n
He has since expanded his operations with the opening of a new factory at Yishun industrial estate.<\/p>\n
The factory has also partnered with the Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore to employ three people with intellectual disabilities on a part-time basis.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Through the initiative, Tan said he hopes to provide people with disabilities the opportunity to contribute to society, while easing some of the physical and emotional burdens on their caregivers.<\/p>\n
“I hope that employees and their families can personally experience that people with disabilities can also contribute to society through their own abilities,” he said.<\/p>\n
“Disability should not define us. We hope our employees can be proud of their work and earn enough to live on.”<\/p>\n
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