UBS, the Swiss banking powerhouse, has announced the appointment of experienced corporate leader Kwa Chong Seng to the position of chairman for Singapore and Southeast Asia. Effective from December 1, Kwa will be based in Singapore from where he will report directly to Iqbal Khan, the president of APAC and co-president of Global Wealth Management (GWM).
In his new role, Kwa will be tasked with strategic oversight of the business, fostering partnerships and relationships within Singapore, and stimulating the bank’s growth and innovation across the region. A crucial part of his role will also be mentoring and cultivating the next generation of leaders. In carrying out these responsibilities, he will work closely with Edmund Koh, the APAC Chairman, and Jin Yee Young, the head of Singapore country and co-head of APAC GWM.
Kwa brings to the table extensive leadership experience from both public and private sectors. His impressive portfolio includes chairing the boards of notable Singapore-based companies such as Singapore Exchange, ST Engineering, Neptune Orient Lines, Olam International, Fullerton Fund Management, and Media Corporation of Singapore. Kwa has also held board member positions at DBS and Seatown Holdings, while serving as the deputy chair of Temasek Holdings and the Public Service Commission Singapore.
Presently, Kwa holds the position of chairman at UltraGreen.ai, a company that specializes in surgical imaging technology. The bank has officially confirmed these details pertaining to Kwa’s portfolio and appointment.
What role will Kwa Chong Seng play at UBS?
Kwa Chong Seng has been appointed as chairman for Singapore and Southeast Asia. He will provide strategic oversight, boost partnerships and relationships in Singapore, aid the bank’s regional growth and innovation, and mentor emerging leaders.
What is Kwa’s professional background?
Kwa Chong Seng has a significant amount of leadership experience in the public and private sectors. He has chaired the boards of several prominent companies in Singapore and has held board member positions at DBS and Seatown Holdings.
Who will Kwa report to in his new role at UBS?
Kwa will report to Iqbal Khan, the president of APAC and co-president of Global Wealth Management (GWM).
