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Appointments, promotions, board changes and departures across Asian retail, e-commerce and consumer brands, updated as announcements land.
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Dennis Hong appointed Regional Market Head, Greater China and North Asia at UOB Private Bank, effective September 2026. He will lead strategic planning and market expansion for the bank in the region.
Kirsty Andrew is noted as vice president of UTAC UK, where Chery is establishing an R&D centre. This is an existing role mentioned in the context of the announcement.
James Robba of Worrells has been appointed as liquidator for Valley Eyewear following a Federal Court order. He is instructed to oversee the urgent sale of assets.
Kim Yong-book is identified as the head of the Moran Market Merchants' Association, overseeing the market's response to the dog meat ban.
Elizabeth Stein will maintain her role as CEO of Purely Elizabeth, which will operate independently within the Ferrero Group post-acquisition. This signifies an expansion of her leadership within a larger corporate structure.
Nicole Ohm is identified as the Head of Marketing at Brownes Dairy, providing insights on the new packaging design.
Shay Mitchell, founder of Béis, will remain Chief Creative Officer but will hold a 15% stake after Samsonite acquires 85% of the company.
Ole Hansen is identified as the head of commodity strategy at Saxo Bank AS, providing expert commentary on gold market trends.
Dang Phuc Nguyen is the Secretary General of the Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association, commenting on durian export growth and market prospects.
Alexander von zur Mühlen, CEO for Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa and Germany at Deutsche Bank, weighed in on the bank's new role as a renminbi clearing partner.
Kalli Swaik is the Managing Director for Streets Ice Cream ANZ. This is an announcement of her current role.
Cade Fleming, Co-founder and CEO of Noon, is mentioned as having established the company in New Zealand, which is now expanding into the US market.
Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. is the Secretary of Agriculture for the Philippines' Department of Agriculture. This article mentions his statements regarding rice imports and reserves.
Georges Elhedery initiated a comprehensive restructuring program after stepping into the CEO role at HSBC in 2024.
Georges Elhedery was appointed CEO of HSBC in 2024 and has initiated a comprehensive restructuring program, increasing cost-saving goals and resuming share buybacks.
Georges Elhedery was appointed CEO of HSBC in 2024. He has since initiated a comprehensive restructuring program, increasing cost-saving goals and resuming share buybacks.
Joey Wat is identified as the CEO of Yum China, guiding the company's impressive second-quarter earnings and acquisition strategy.
Joey Wat is identified as the CEO of Yum China, guiding the company's impressive second-quarter earnings and acquisition of Pizza Hut in Mainland China.
Michael Vu, former Boeing Vietnam country director, has been appointed Vice Chairman of FLC Group to oversee its aviation business and airport infrastructure investments. He will work on strategic plans and international partnerships.
Heiko Schafer will maintain his role as CEO of Mammut following the acquisition by Chinese investment firm CPE, ensuring continuity in leadership.
Mark Neal is identified as the Managing Director of ThunderDonk, the New Zealand whisky maker. This implies his appointment to the role.
Michael Vu, former Boeing Vietnam country director, has been appointed Vice Chairman at FLC Group. He will oversee the group’s aviation business and airport infrastructure investments.
Heiko Schafer will maintain his role as CEO of Mammut following the acquisition by Chinese investment firm CPE.
Nabil Baccouche is the Group Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer at e&, playing a key role in the company's collaboration with Globe for international voice services.
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