Singapore – Insurance firm AIA Singapore has recently unveiled its appointment of Afees Ashroff as its new chief technology officer, effective immediately. This strategic appointment enables Ashroff to directly report to Wong Sze Keed, chief executive officer of the company.
Taking on his position, Ashroff brings over 20 years of experience in both the banking and insurance sectors. He has been with the company since 2018 and has a profound understanding of the organisation, where he was most recently head of digital technology.
With this new appointment, he will continue to focus on enhancing customers’ digital experiences by developing and implementing world-class, cutting-edge technology strategies aligned to deliver AIA Singapore’s vision and business priorities as a customer-centric leading life insurer.
Afees will assume the role previously held by Peter Lee, who has opted to step down to address personal priorities.
Talking about the initiative, Wong Sze Keed, chief executive officer at AIA Singapore, said, “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,” Wong further stated.
She also shared, “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 endeavours.”
