John Estmond Strickland
Hon. John Estmond Strickland | |
|---|---|
| Occupation(s) | Entrepreneur, Banker |
| Years active | Since 1970 |
| Known for | Chairman of Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd. (1996–1998) |
| Notable work | Led HSBC Group’s IT division (1971–1995) |
Hon. John Estmond Strickland, GBS, JP, is a prominent entrepreneur and benefactor based in Hong Kong. He held the position of chairman at Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd. from 1996 to 1998, during which he directed HSBC’s Asia Pacific operations. Beginning his career with HSBC in 1970, he played a pivotal role in shaping the bank’s global IT strategy and development, significantly enhancing its fundamental systems.
He has been granted honorary fellowships by the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Computer Society, Hong Kong Institute of Bankers, and Hong Kong Management Association. Additionally, he has received honorary doctoral degrees from both City University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Polytechnic University.
Education
Strickland completed a Master of Arts degree in Physics at Jesus College, Cambridge.
Career
- Chairman of Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation
- Board member of both the Airport Authority and Antiquities Advisory Board
- Independent Non-executive Director at Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited since March 31, 2004
- President of the Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong
- Led HSBC Group’s IT division from 1971 to 1995
- Chairman of Hong Kong Cyberport Management Co. Ltd.
- Director at Airport Authority Hong Kong since June 1999
- Independent Non-executive Director for Integrated Distribution Services Group Ltd. starting October 21, 2004
- Director at Esquel Holdings Inc.
- Director at Yoma Strategic Investments Ltd.
Affiliations
Strickland serves as president of the Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong and holds board positions with various organizations including Community Chest, Boys' and Girls' Clubs Association of Hong Kong, Salvation Army Advisory Board, Antiquities Advisory Board, Hong Kong Adventure Corps, Independent Schools Foundation, China Exploration and Research Society, and Asia Society.
Honorary fellowships/doctorates
- Honorary Fellowships awarded by University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Computer Society, Hong Kong Institute of Bankers, and Hong Kong Management Association
- Honorary Doctorates conferred by City University of Hong Kong and Hong Kong Polytechnic University
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