Wee Ee Cheong
Wee Ee Cheong | |
|---|---|
| Born | Singapore |
| Occupation | Banking executive |
| Years active | 1979–present |
| Known for | Deputy chairman and CEO of United Overseas Bank (UOB) |
Wee Ee Cheong (born ) is a Singaporean billionaire and banking executive, currently holding the positions of deputy chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) at United Overseas Bank (UOB), roles he has fulfilled since 2007.
Early life
As the firstborn son of Wee Cho Yaw, Wee completed his undergraduate studies in business administration and went on to obtain a master's degree in applied economics, both awarded by the American University.
Career
Wee began his professional journey at UOB in 1979, advancing to deputy chairman and president by 2000. He assumed the CEO role in April 2007. Outside of UOB, he occupies several significant positions, including deputy chairman of Far Eastern Bank, chairman of the Association of Banks in Singapore as well as the IBF Standards Committee, and serves as an honorary council member of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Honours
In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded the Public Service Star in 2013.
Personal life
His elder son, Wee Teng Wen, is the founder of Lo and Behold Group, a company specializing in food and beverage. Meanwhile, his younger son, Wee Teng Chuen, manages GP Solutions, an energy management consultancy. Together, they co-established For The Love of Laundry, an eco-conscious laundry service.