AS Watson Group, a leading international health and beauty retailer, has announced the appointment of Donna Poon as Managing Director of Watsons Hong Kong, effective from November 1.
Currently serving as Trading Director, Poon brings to her new role more than twenty years of leadership experience within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and retail sectors in Hong Kong. Her extensive market knowledge and established success record are expected to spearhead Watsons Hong Kong into its upcoming growth phase.
Clarice Au, the CEO of Retail Hong Kong for AS Watson Group, expressed confidence in Poon’s potential to lead the company’s growth. She stated, “Her deep market expertise and proven track record will be instrumental in leading Watsons Hong Kong into its next phase of growth.”
The current Managing Director, Samuel Lee, will be relinquishing his role due to personal circumstances. However, Lee will continue to contribute as a business advisor, providing support to the company until the end of December this year.
Au extended her gratitude towards Lee for his years of committed leadership within the Group. She also warmly welcomed Poon into her new role.
Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Watsons Hong Kong?
Donna Poon has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Watsons Hong Kong, with her term beginning on November 1.
What previous roles has Donna Poon held within the industry?
Poon has over two decades of leadership experience in the FMCG and retail sectors in Hong Kong, and she currently serves as Trading Director.
What will be Samuel Lee’s role in the company post his term as Managing Director?
After stepping down from his role as Managing Director, Samuel Lee will serve as a business advisor to support the company until the end of December.
