AIA Singapore has announced the appointment of Mr. Afees Ashroff as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. Reporting directly to Ms. Wong Sze Keed, Chief Executive Officer of AIA Singapore, Afees is set to bring his extensive experience and innovative vision to the leadership team.
Ms. Wong Sze Keed, expressing her enthusiasm, stated, “I am delighted to welcome Afees to the leadership team as Chief Technology Officer. I am confident that Afees will be a strong addition to my management team and will continue to drive AIA Singapore’s digitalisation agenda across our organisation to deliver the best service experience for our customers. More importantly, with Afees’ appointment, AIA Singapore remains committed to our people-first culture; where talent development and internal mobility will ensure we give the best opportunities to our people.”
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Afees Ashroff, a seasoned leader with over 20 years of experience in the banking and insurance sectors, has been a part of AIA Singapore since 2018. His deep understanding of the organisation and his recent role as Head of Digital Technology position him perfectly to lead the digital transformation efforts at AIA Singapore. His focus will be on enhancing customers’ digital experiences through the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology strategies, aligned with AIA Singapore’s vision and business priorities as a customer-centric leading life insurer.
Afees steps into the role following the departure of Peter Lee, who has decided to step down to focus on personal matters. Ms. Wong Sze Keed added, “I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Peter and his efforts in steering the team. Peter is a highly respected industry veteran and will be fondly remembered for his positive influence in creating a cohesive culture within the technology division and we wish him all the very best in his future endeavors.”
About AIA
AIA Group Limited and its subsidiaries, known collectively as AIA, represent the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group. Established in Shanghai in 1919, AIA has a significant presence in 18 markets, including wholly-owned branches and subsidiaries in regions such as Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia.
AIA is a market leader in Asia (excluding Japan), based on life insurance premiums, and holds leading positions across most of its markets. As of 31 December 2023, AIA had total assets of US$286 billion. The Group meets the long-term savings and protection needs of individuals with a variety of products and services, including life insurance, accident and health insurance, and savings plans. Additionally, AIA offers employee benefits, credit life, and pension services to corporate clients through an extensive network.
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