He will step down from the Group CEO position on 31 December 2022, and remains a member of the Board of Directors of Shangri-La Group as well as at China World Trade Center.
We are deeply grateful for Beng Chee’s vision, ambition and contribution to Shangri-La throughout his six years of tenure. Under his tremendous leadership, Beng Chee has helped establish a robust and resilient organization to drive the transformation and growth of Shangri-La.
We are now actively identifying the new Group CEO and hope to make the announcements in due course. Meanwhile, Shangri-La Group Chairman Hui Kuok will work with our executive team to drive key decisions and ensure business continuity. A robust management structure is also in place to oversee the operations and facilitate a smooth transition.
We remain committed to deliver the best hospitality experience to our customers. We thank our colleagues, business partners and shareholders for their unending support and trust.
About Shangri-La Group
Shangri-La Group is one of the world’s premier developers, owners and managers of hotel and investment properties which comprises office buildings, commercial real estate and serviced apartments/residences. The Group’s other principal activities include hotel management services as well as property development for sale. It currently owns and/or manages over 100 hotels globally in 78 destinations under the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Prominently positioned in Asia, the Group has a substantial pipeline of upcoming hotel and mixed-use development projects in Australia, Mainland China, Cambodia, and Japan.
