Cyril Wong Sun Thiong, New Chairman of Bank One Board

A fresh chapter begins at Bank One. As of Wednesday, 5th March, Cyril Wong Sun Thiong, a figure renowned for his extensive expertise in banking governance and risk management, has assumed the esteemed position of Chairman of the Board of the bank, stepping into the role previously held by Roselyne Renel.

Reflecting on his appointment, Wong remarked, “Bank One is a robust banking institution, firmly established in Mauritius and with a global outlook.

With its unique positioning and the exceptional skills of its teams, the bank has adeptly evolved alongside its market, offering tailored solutions to meet the needs of its clients.”

He expressed his heartfelt gratitude and pride in leading the board, vowing to continue the dynamic initiatives already in motion while aspiring to bolster the bank’s regional presence and support sustainable growth for both the institution and its partners.

Wong steps into this pivotal role at a time when Bank One is advancing its footprint in Mauritius and sub-Saharan Africa, diligently enhancing its service offerings and accelerating its digital transformation.

A Snapshot of Cyril Wong Sun Thiong’s Journey

From 2014 to 2023, Wong served as Chairman of the Audit Committee and Non-Executive Director at ABSA Bank (Mauritius) Ltd.

Since August 2023, he has been an Independent Director on the Board of Bank One.

In his illustrious career, Wong previously held the title of Executive Director and Vice-Chairman of the Board at Barclays Bank (Mauritius) Ltd.

His impressive trajectory also included senior positions such as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Compliance & Risk Officer at Barclays Mauritius, alongside similar roles at prominent international firms like ExxonMobil and British American Tobacco.

Furthermore, he lent his expertise to several organisations, serving as an independent director at ABC Motors Co Ltd, MDIT, Sanlam Africa Core Real Estate Investment Ltd, and Avanz Growth Markets Ltd.

Source: Defi Media