Guernsey Finance has appointed Dorothy Kwok as its new permanent representative in Hong Kong.
In her new role, Kwok will act as Guernsey Finance’s main point of contact in the region, interacting with clients interested in Guernsey, and the services offered by the agency.
She will also host and arrange meetings or events for Guernsey businesses visiting Hong Kong.
Kwok, who is fully qualified with the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners, brings eight years of experience in the trust and corporate services industry.
Kwok stated: “I am looking forward to playing my part in ensuring that our offering is known more widely and that Guernsey is recognised for its expertise.”
The appointment of Kwok is part of a push to raise the awareness of the full range of financial services offered by Guernsey Finance in Hong Kong.
The agency’s increased reputation in Hong Kong will also help support its work in the Chinese market, which began more than a decade ago.
Kate Clouston, deputy CEO of Guernsey Finance, who will lead three Guernsey industry delegations to Hong Kong and China in 2018, said Guernsey Finance’s increased presence will help it to better inform Hong Kong’s intermediaries about the opportunity to work with Guernsey service providers.
Clouston said: “My main aims will be to increase our contact with trust and private client intermediaries, to build stronger relationships with fund managers and to build on the progress we have made with our insurance offering to date in the region.”
She added: “There is opportunity for everyone in Asia and we are looking at all sectors, and Dorothy Kwok’s trust background and fiduciary network will be especially helpful.”
