The new hire’s expertise – underlined by a strong academic background – spans business transformation, change management, corporate governance, and, in particular, delivering tailored solutions to clients worldwide.

Equiom Group, a global provider of professional services, has appointed Sharon Yam as its new regional head of Asia. Yam (pictured, left) will be responsible for driving Equiom’s strategic growth, operational excellence, and business development across the Asia region, the firm said in a statement.

Yam has more than 20 years of experience in private wealth, fiduciary, and corporate services. She has served in senior leadership and board positions at major financial institutions and asset management firms, including Ocorian, TMF, BNP Paribas Private Bank, and Citigroup. Her expertise spans business transformation, change management, corporate governance and, in particular, delivering tailored solutions to clients worldwide.

Yam also has a strong academic and professional background, holding a BSc (Hons) in accountancy from the University of Hull and receiving an executive education from Harvard Business School.

She is a Senior Accredited Director of the Singapore Institute of Directors, a Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP), and a member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Having successfully led operations across multiple international markets, including Hong Kong, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Singapore, working with family offices, private clients and global corporates, Yam is well-equipped to lead Equiom’s expanding operations in the region, the firm added.

“Her wealth of experience, leadership skills, and deep understanding of the industry will be instrumental in advancing our growth strategy in the region. We look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our business and clients,” Jon Jennings, CEO of Equiom, (pictured, right) said.

Equiom, a provider of corporate and trust services in Asia, has a strong presence in Hong Kong and Singapore. The firm is continuing to expand its expertise in private wealth services, fiduciary solutions, family office structures and corporate solutions supporting businesses and individuals navigating complex international markets. It has a team of over 450 employees operating across offices in the UK, Crown Dependencies, Europe, Cayman, the Middle East, and Asia.