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Edmund Koh
President UBS Asia Pacific of UBS Group AG and UBS AG, Member of the UBS Group Executive Board at UBS
Edmund Koh is a prominent figure in the financial industry, currently serving as the President UBS Asia Pacific of UBS Group AG and UBS AG, as well as a Member of the UBS Group Executive Board.1 He has held this position since January 2019, demonstrating his significant role in UBS's operations in the Asia Pacific region.
Career Highlights
Previous Roles at UBS::
- Head of Wealth Management Asia Pacific and Country Head Singapore (2016-2018)
- Head of Wealth Management South East Asia and Asia Pacific Hub, Country Head Singapore (2012-2015)
Other Notable Positions::
- President and Director at Ta Chong Bank in Taiwan (2008-2011)
- Managing Director and Regional Head, Consumer Banking Group at DBS Bank in Singapore (2001-2008)
- Chief Executive Officer at Prudential Assurance in Singapore (1999-2000)
Additional Responsibilities
Edmund Koh's expertise extends beyond his primary role at UBS. He has been involved in various advisory and leadership positions:
- Member of the Foundation Board of the UBS Optimus Foundation, Switzerland
- Member of the Financial Centre Advisory Panel, Monetary Authority of Singapore
- Member of the Private Banking Industry Group, Monetary Authority of Singapore
- Member of Committee on the Future Economy Sub-Committees, Ministry of Finance, Singapore1
These roles highlight his influence and contributions to both the financial sector and broader economic initiatives in Singapore and the Asia Pacific region.
Philanthropy
Under Edmund Koh's leadership, UBS has shown a strong commitment to philanthropy. In 2022, the company raised USD 274 million in philanthropic capital, positively impacting the lives of 5.9 million people worldwide.2
Edmund Koh's extensive experience in the banking and financial services industry, coupled with his leadership roles in various organizations, positions him as a key figure in the Asian financial landscape.