Manulife Hong Kong and Macau has announced the appointment of three senior executives to bolster its finance, technology, and operations as the company accelerates its transformation and growth strategy. Effective 1 January 2027, Hung Ko will assume the role of Chief Financial Officer, whilst Ian Pritchard will take on the position of Chief Information Officer from 19 November 2026. Venice Chan has already commenced her role as Chief Operations Officer as of 1 October 2026.
Hung Ko, currently Manulife’s Global Head of Treasury and Investor Relations, will oversee financial strategy and management in his new role. With over 25 years of experience, Ko has held various leadership positions within Manulife since joining in 2012.
Ian Pritchard, who has been with Manulife for over a decade, will focus on technology-enabled growth and transformation. His previous roles have been instrumental in shaping Manulife Asia’s technology strategy, including cloud transformation initiatives.
Venice Chan, with more than 20 years of experience, will lead core insurance operations and drive digital and AI ambitions. Her previous roles include leading Claims and Policy Management in Hong Kong and Macau, and serving as Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at Manulife Vietnam.
Wilton Kee, CEO of Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, stated, “Hung’s strong financial perspective, Ian’s extensive technology experience, and Venice’s deep operational expertise will further strengthen our ability to execute our strategy, accelerate transformation, and capture the opportunities ahead.”
These appointments underscore Manulife’s commitment to leveraging internal talent to support its long-term growth and transformation goals in Hong Kong and Macau.
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