A new chairman has taken over at Maybank Singapore. He brings with him a wealth of experience from both local and international financial institutions.
The Board of Maybank Singapore has appointed Datuk Yee Yang Chien as its Chairman, effective 1 October 2024. He will succeed Datuk R. Karunakaran, who has retired from Maybank Group after six years of dedicated service as Chairman, effective 30 September 2024.
Datuk Yee was appointed as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of Maybank on 24 November 2023 and then as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of MSL on 15 August 2024.
Wealth of Experience
He brings with him a wealth of experience from both local and international financial institutions, with a career spanning external and internal audit, equity research, and investment banking.
His extensive career also includes nearly 20 years at MISC Berhad (MISC), a publicly listed global shipping conglomerate, where he held several key leadership positions, including Vice President of Corporate Planning, Chief Operating Officer, and eventually President/Group CEO – showcasing his ability to lead and manage large-scale strategic initiatives.
Rapid Growth
His background in leading large-scale transformations will be invaluable in driving the rapid growth of Maybank Singapore, steering the organization towards greater sustainable growth and innovation.
Datuk Yee holds a Double Degree in Accounting and Financial Management and Economics from the University of Sheffield, United Kingdom.
