First Names Group, an independent financial services provider, has promoted a new Managing Director to lead its Singapore business.
The appointment of Karen O’Hanlon is effective immediately the firm said in a statement in Monday. Prior to joining First Names Group she was Director for Client Services at Asiaciti Trust in Singapore and before that Senior Trust Manager with HSBC Private Bank.
With nearly 30 years of global experience providing trust services to corporates and family businesses, O'Hanlons's extensive expertise will be a valuable asset to shape and build First Names Group’s presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Asian Expansion Strategy
In her new role, O'Hanlon will lead the team in Singapore, continuing to build on the foundations developed over her last two years as Director with First Names Group.
She is expected to work in close conjunction with the Hong Kong team to deliver First Names Group’s long-term expansion strategy in Asia.
«Karen is a highly experienced professional who I am certain will be an invaluable asset as we continue to attract new business and deepen our footprint in the region,» said Mark Pesco, First Names Group CEO.
First Names Group has been growing quickly in all jurisdictions it operates in.
