Yeo Hiap Seng Limited (Yeo’s) has announced the appointment of Adrian Ho as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026. Ho will take over from Ong Yuh Hwang, who is stepping down after more than three-and-a-half years at the helm. Ong’s resignation, due to personal reasons, will be effective from 31 August 2026, ensuring a seamless transition.
Ho brings over 30 years of experience in the fast-moving consumer goods sector, having held significant roles at Nestlé across Europe and Asia. His extensive career includes strategic and operational leadership positions in Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Switzerland, and the Greater China region. Notably, as Vice President and Regional Manager for Zone Asia Oceania Africa, Ho was instrumental in setting strategic directions for Nestlé in Greater China, focusing on category growth and profitability.
Yeo’s Chairman, Na Wu Beng, expressed confidence in Ho’s ability to lead the company into its next phase of development. “Adrian’s deep experience in the consumer goods arena across Asia and internationally will serve the Group well,” he stated. Na also acknowledged Ong’s contributions since joining Yeo’s in 2022, particularly in enhancing business operations and driving product innovation.
The company has implemented a rigorous succession plan to maintain continuity in its strategic priorities and stakeholder engagement. Ho is expected to focus on driving business growth, strengthening product propositions, and enhancing organisational efficiency. Yeo’s, a heritage brand in Singapore, continues to be a leader in Asian beverages, with a strong presence in over 30 markets worldwide.
