AICB appoints Edward Ling as new CEO

KUCHING: The Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers (AICB) has announced the appointment of Edward Ling Hsiao Wee as the new chief executive, effective September 20, 2021.

Ling takes over from Prasad Padmanaban, who served the Institute for close to five years.

“We are delighted to welcome Edward as the new AICB CEO,” AICB chairman Tan Sri Azman Hashim said.

“His vast knowledge and rich experience in the professional development and financial sphere, leading local and regional portfolios uniquely positions him to lead the Institute and help us serve the needs of our members and the banking industry during this period of rapid transformation.”

Ling is a veteran in the financial sector and has worked at ACCA for over 11 years. Before this, he served as the Regional Portfolio Head — Maritime Southeast Asia for ACCA, after serving four years as Country Head of ACCA Malaysia and various positions within the Association over the last decade.

“Digitalisation has dramatically altered the banking industry, creating new challenges and placing greater emphasis on workforce transformation,” Ling said.

“It has become critical for the industry to optimise technology and upskill and reskill their staff to keep up with the revolution.

“I am excited to join AICB and look forward to contributing to raising the professional standards in the banking industry and ensuring our members are equipped with the professional knowledge and skills to navigate the future of banking.”

Ling was awarded the Chief Executive’s Award in 2017 from ACCA and Academic Excellence Scholarships from USA Groups in 2000. He is an accomplished business leader in the financial sector with many awards and accolades to his credit.

Ling will lead the AICB strategy for its 32,000 members and oversee its activities and initiatives to empower bankers in Malaysia and beyond.

I am excited to join AICB and look forward to contributing to raising the professional standards in the banking industry.

Edward Ling Hsiao Wee