Andrew Weir MBE BBS JP has been appointed as a non-executive director of the UK Tote Group Board.
A full member of the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) since 1997, Weir is chairman of the Pacific Basin Economic Council and independent non-executive director on the Board of the Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited. He previously served as global chairman of asset management and regional senior partner in Hong Kong of KPMG. Also an elected steward and board member and trustee of the HKJC, he brings over 35 years of professional governance experience advising listed companies, public bodies, and investment funds.
John Williamson, chairman of the UK Tote Group, said, “We are pleased to welcome Andrew to the UK Tote Group Board. His extensive business expertise and deep understanding of the racing industry make him well placed to support our strategy and the execution of our exciting growth plans, both in the UK and internationally. We are delighted to have Andrew join the team.”
Weir added, “As the UK Tote approaches its centenary, it is an honour to join the board and contribute to the company's future development. My business experience and roles in Hong Kong and internationally have shown me the importance of global partnerships and international collaboration in advancing the sport. I look forward to working closely with the Board, Alex Frost and the wider Tote team to help further the organisation's ambitions.”
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