Greg Hingston

Greg Hingston is a seasoned banking executive with extensive experience in the Asia Pacific region. He has recently been appointed as the Group Chief Executive Officer of Great Eastern, a major insurer in Singapore, effective November 1, 2024, succeeding Khor Hock Seng who is retiring.15 Prior to this role, Hingston served as the Regional Head of Wealth and Personal Banking for Asia Pacific at HSBC from April 2020 to December 2021, where he was responsible for overseeing wealth management and retail banking operations across the region.34

Career Overview

• Great Eastern: Appointed CEO in November 2024. Hingston's role involves leading the company’s strategic direction and growth initiatives within the insurance sector.12
• HSBC:
  • CEO of HSBC Global Insurance and Partnerships (January 2022 - April 2024): Focused on managing and growing HSBC's life insurance businesses globally.4
  • Regional Head of Wealth and Personal Banking (April 2020 - December 2021): Oversaw the newly formed unit that combined retail banking and wealth management, targeting growth in markets like the Greater Bay Area and ASEAN.67
  • Head of Retail Banking and Wealth Management in Hong Kong (January 2016 - March 2020): Instrumental in enhancing customer experience and driving growth through digital initiatives.36

Educational Background

Greg Hingston holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Marketing, along with a Chartered Institute of Marketing Diploma from London Metropolitan University. He also possesses a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies from Templeton College, Oxford University.5

Hingston's career spans over two decades in Asia, with a strong focus on retail banking, wealth management, and life insurance. His leadership roles have positioned him as a key figure in driving business transformation and growth strategies within the financial services sector.