IBM Hong Kong names new GM

IBM Hong Kong has named Mimi Poon as general manager to oversee IBM's business operations and strategic development in Hong Kong and Macau. Poon succeeds Charles Kiang, who has assumed the role of Technology Leader, IBM APAC.

Poon joined IBM in 1995 as a marketing trainee and is currently director of Software Group IBM Hong Kong, in charge of the company's data and AI, automation, security and AI Application software portfolio and the expert labs to support clients in both Hong Kong and Macau. Previously Poon was Hong Kong Technology Leader overseeing the full spectrum of IBM Technology and Services brands, driving end-to-end digitalisation and innovation with cutting-edge integrated solutions for clients across industries.

Before that, Poon was client director, Banking and Finance, leading IBM Hong Kong's business in the financial services sector for over six years. She is also an IBM Industry Academy member and a trusted advisor and partner to banks in the Greater China region.

" Poon  is our top female leader with in-depth knowledge of Hong Kong's clients and market. She has strong C-suite client-facing relationship and has been advising many clients, especially in the banking industry, in designing their Hybrid Cloud and AI Journeys. With her strong leadership and proven track record, I'm confident that she will lead the Hong Kong team to help clients innovate and lead the company to new heights," said Chen Xudong, general manager, IBM Greater China Group.