Foodpanda Hong Kong appoints new MD

Tech industry veteran Ryan Lai has been named the new managing director for foodpanda Hong Kong.

Lai will oversee all aspects of the delivery company’s business operations, while contributing to the growth and strategic development of the platform, including delivery and pickup, foodpanda mall, pandamart, catering, and other digital solutions to push the company forward and enhance the customer experience.

Lai comes from eBay, where he served as head of Southeast Asia and head of category management of automotive in Greater China. He brings nearly 15 years of management experience under his belt with expertise in e-commerce.

“I am very excited to be joining foodpanda (Hong Kong), especially during such an active and ever-changing period for online delivery platforms. It is humbling to be able to work alongside such a dynamic, strong-willed, and accomplished group of people. I am confident that we can build on the already solid foundation of success, and continue to provide the best experiences and solutions to our foodpanda community of stakeholders,” said Lai.