Validus Risk Management, a prominent software and tech-enabled services platform for financial risk management, has announced the opening of its new office in Singapore and the appointment of Shawn Koh as Head of Asia Client Coverage. This strategic move aims to bolster Validus’ presence in the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, driven by increasing demand from local and global private capital firms.
Shawn Koh, who previously served as Regional Head of Global Markets Sales Asia at First Abu Dhabi Bank, will spearhead operations across APAC. He expressed enthusiasm about his new role, stating, “This is an exciting time to be joining Validus as we continue to develop our APAC offering. I’m looking forward to working with and growing our team to support our clients with their risk management needs as they navigate an ever-complex macroeconomic landscape.”
The Singapore office, located in the Central Business District’s CapitaGreen tower, marks Validus’ first foray into the region. This expansion follows a $45m growth equity investment from FTV Capital in February 2025, which supports Validus’ growth in APAC, the US, and Europe. CEO Kevin Lester highlighted the significance of this development, saying, “The opening of a Singapore office marks another milestone, further bolstering our ability to support clients, not only at a regional level, but on a global scale.”
With further hires anticipated in H2 2025, Validus aims to enhance its capabilities and continue its growth trajectory in the region.
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