Current Role | Independent Director at UBS Group AG and PSA International |
Previous Position | Group Executive, Institutional Banking, DBS Bank |
Key Recognition | Forbes Asia’s 50 Power Businesswomen | Singapore Business Awards Hall of Fame |
Background and Early Foundations
Born and raised in Singapore, Jeanette Wong graduated with a Bachelor’s degree from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and later earned an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Her early career in banking spanned JPMorgan Chase and Citibank before she joined DBS Bank in the late 1990s.
Today, the Jeanette Wong leadership story stands as a benchmark for how strategic vision and operational excellence can shape Asia’s financial landscape.
Career Milestones and Impact
Year | Achievement |
|---|---|
1997 | Joined DBS Bank as Managing Director of DBS Asset Management |
2008 | Appointed Group Executive for Institutional Banking at DBS |
2019 | Retired from DBS after 22 years; joined multiple global boards |
2021 | Appointed Independent Director at UBS Group AG and PSA International |
- Institutional Banking Division: Under her leadership, DBS became Asia’s leading trade finance and cash management bank
- Awards: Instrumental in DBS winning multiple Global Finance Best Bank awards
- Current Board Roles: UBS Group AG, PSA International, Fullerton Fund Management, Jurong Health
Leadership Style and Influence
Jeanette Wong’s leadership style is characterized by:
- Strategic foresight — positioning DBS to ride Asia’s economic boom early
- Operational excellence — building resilient financial systems amid rapid growth
- Mentorship culture — championing women’s leadership in finance at DBS and beyond
She remains a role model for banking executives across Asia, consistently advocating for financial inclusion, diversity, and governance reforms.
Legacy and Future Focus
Jeanette Wong’s legacy lies in transforming DBS from a national bank into a regional powerhouse.
Today, she focuses on:
- Strengthening corporate governance in multinational institutions
- Supporting ESG-driven investing and responsible finance
- Mentoring the next generation of female Asian finance leaders
Her influence stretches beyond finance — into logistics, healthcare, and sustainability sectors through her diverse board roles.
