SINGAPORE: Temasek Foundation on Thursday (Sep 5) announced the appointment of Ms Jennie Chua as its new chairman.
Her appointment took effect on Sep 1.
Ms Chua succeeds Mr Benny Lim, who served as the organisation’s chairman for the past four years.
Temasek Foundation said Mr Lim provided oversight in guiding the organisation’s “strategic transformation” during his tenure.
“Together with the board, he also steered the organisation through its COVID-19 initiatives, complementing other nationwide efforts in building resilience against the pandemic and supporting Singaporeans in staying safe.”
WEALTH OF EXPERIENCE
Temasek Foundation said Ms Chua brings with her a “wealth of experience”, having served at the foundation since its beginnings in 2007.
“As we welcome Ms Jennie Chua into this role, we look forward to an exciting new chapter of growth for the organisation.”
Ms Chua is a former CEO of Raffles Holdings and Ascott Group, and previously served as chief corporate officer for CapitaLand.
She was also chairman of the Community Chest of Singapore and is now its adviser, according to her entry on the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame website.
Ms Chua has been conferred several National Day Awards, the most recent being the Distinguished Service Order this year.
She also received the Public Service Medal in 2004, Public Service Star in 2008 and Meritorious Service Medal in 2014.
According to the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame, she sits on the board of several companies and organisations including the Alexandra Health System and the Singapore Film Commission.–CNA
