Singapore – Adyen, a global financial technology platform, has appointed Ben Wong as general manager of Southeast Asia and Hong Kong. Wong will spearhead the company’s commercial operations in the region, focusing on forging strategic partnerships.
In his new role, Wong will oversee Adyen’s operations across Singapore, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. Wong will develop payment solutions to meet the evolving needs of businesses in the region.
Wong brings a proven track record to Adyen as a financial technology professional. Before joining the company in 2016, he held various roles in technology consulting and project management. After switching to sales in 2017, his understanding of the market led to the company’s success in the retail, e-commerce, and hospitality industries.
Prior to his current role, Wong was the head of sales in Singapore and Asia-Pacific (APAC).
Warren Hayashi, president of APAC at Adyen, commented, “We are thrilled to have Ben in this new role, bringing his expertise and insights from working with customers in different sectors to the broader region. Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong have been pivotal markets for us and with Ben’s demonstrated experience in Adyen, we are confident that he will lead the region to address the ever-evolving needs of our customers.”
“I am honoured to step into this new role and contribute to Adyen’s continued growth. My deep roots in the industry fuel my drive for creating exceptional experiences for consumers and building strong, lasting partnerships with our customers. I look forward to driving the business forward and achieving sustained growth for our customers and us in a region filled with immense potential,” Wong said.
