Luanne Lim

Luanne LIM was appointed Chief Executive Officer, Hong Kong, HSBC, in February 2022, having previously served as Chief Operating Officer, Hong Kong, HSBC, a role that she held since 2017.

Ms LIM has more than 25 years of experience in the banking industry. Since joining HSBC Retail Banking in Singapore in 1999, she has held leadership roles and spearheaded strategic growth and transformation initiatives across HSBC’s key markets in Asia, including:

Mainland China: Set up and built a sizeable client operations division of a strategic joint venture.

Vietnam: Supported the significant expansion of the business and the local incorporation of HSBC Bank (Vietnam) Ltd, the first wholly foreign-owned bank to operate both branches and transaction offices in Vietnam. She continues to serve as a member of HSBC Bank (Vietnam) Ltd’s Members’ Council.

Malaysia: Led HSBC Data Processing Malaysia Sdn Bhd, supporting businesses and operations for more than 25 markets around the globe.

Indonesia: Oversaw the integration of PT Bank Ekonomi with HSBC Indonesia in her capacity as the Chief Operating Officer and a director of the Board.

During her time as Chief Operating Officer, Hong Kong, Ms LIM delivered key innovation and efficiency programmes that demonstrate her strong understanding of the needs of our customers and employees in Hong Kong.

She currently holds various roles in the financial services industry. She serves as Vice Chairperson of the Hong Kong Association of Banks, and sits on the Banking Advisory Committee and Financial Infrastructure and Market Development Sub-Committee of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. She is a member of the Board of Directors of the Financial Services Development Council, council member of Treasury Markets Association and member of the Academy of Finance. She is also the Chairperson of Financial Services Advisory Committee and the Asia Financial Forum Steering Committee of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC).

Ms LIM is also a strong advocate for workplace inclusion and has a deep commitment to fostering a compassionate society. She currently serves as a board member and executive committee member of The Community Chest. In July 2024, Ms Lim was awarded a Medal of Honour by the HKSAR Government in recognition to her services to the community.