Genting Singapore confirms CEO retirement and leadership succession
Tan Hee Teck to step down in May 2025 after more than two decades of service.
Key points:
– Tan Hee Teck to retire as Chief Executive of both Genting Singapore and Resorts World Sentosa
– Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay named Acting CEO of Genting Singapore from June 2025
– Lee Shi Ruh to assume CEO role at Resorts World Sentosa while retaining position as CFO
Genting Singapore has announced the planned retirement of Chief Executive Officer Tan Hee Teck, who will step down from all executive roles across the group by 31 May 2025, as reported by The Jakarta Globe. He will continue to support the transition process until the end of November 2025.
Mr Tan has held key leadership positions at Genting Singapore and its subsidiary Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) since 2005. His tenure included the successful establishment of RWS and its development into a key regional destination. He was appointed CEO of Genting Singapore in May 2022.
The board has accepted Mr Tan’s decision to retire, noting that the leadership succession plan has been under careful review. Tan Sri Lim Kok Thay, Executive Chairman of the group, will take on the role of Acting CEO from 1 June 2025. He will continue to oversee the group’s strategic direction and operations.
At the same time, Lee Shi Ruh will be appointed Chief Executive of RWS. Ms Lee is currently serving as President of RWS and Chief Financial Officer of Genting Singapore. She will retain her CFO responsibilities while assuming leadership of RWS’s operations and strategic development.
The board has stated that the appointments are intended to ensure continuity and stability. It has expressed appreciation for Mr Tan’s contributions and affirmed confidence in the incoming leadership team as the group enters its next phase.
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