Alson Ho Joins Standard Chartered Hong Kong as Head of Wealth Management

Standard Chartered Hong Kong has recently confirmed that Alson Ho, an industry veteran with over 20 years of experience in the global financial services sector, has been appointed as its new Head of Wealth Management. In his new role, Ho will work on the expansion of SC’s wealth management business.

Prior to joining Standard Chartered Hong Kong, Ho worked with Citibank Hong Kong as Head of Insurance. During his time at Citibank, the newly appointed Head of Wealth Management held several key positions and contributed to the growth of Citibank’s operations in the region.

“Wealth Management is of strategic importance to our CPBB business in Hong Kong. I am delighted to have Alson joining the team and bringing over 20 years of wealth management experience. I am confident that with his vision and expertise he would take the wealth management business to the next level,” Lay Choo Ong, the Head of CPBB at Standard Chartered Hong Kong, commented.

In his new position, Ho will report to Choo Ong and Marc Van de Walle, the Global Head of Wealth Management at Standard Chartered.

Hong Kong

Known as the financial hub of Asia, Hong Kong is home to some of the world’s wealthiest individuals. Through extensive experience of Ho in the regional financial services sector, Standard Chartered Hong Kong is planning to enhance its regional presence.

Van de Walle said: “Hong Kong is a significant contributor to our global Wealth Management business. With its status as a leading financial hub and proximity to Mainland China, we are looking to further tap the potential wealth opportunities to grow our business in Hong Kong. Alson’s broad experience and deep expertise will boost our ambition to deliver a fully integrated wealth proposition to help clients prosper and achieve their life goals.”