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New Straits Times
17-07-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
Robert Kuok's daughter named Shangri-La Asia CEO
KUALA LUMPUR: Robert Kuok's daughter, Kuok Hui Kwong, will assume the role of chief executive at Shangri-La Asia Ltd on Aug 1. The company, which is listed in Hong Kong and Singapore, said in a bourse filing that she has served as its executive director since June 2016, and took on the position of chairman in January 2017. Hui Kwong, a Malaysian aged 47, will receive a monthly base salary of HK$576,000 (about RM312,000), along with discretionary bonuses and pension benefits. "Ms Kuok has played a key leadership role in the company since her appointment as an executive director in June 2016 and as chairman in January 2017. "She has been primarily responsible for formulating the company's strategic priorities and steering it towards its goals. "The combination of the roles of chairman and chief executive officer under the leadership of Ms Kuok is expected to enhance the company's strategic cohesion and operational execution by ensuring a unified and consistent vision across all levels of leadership," it added. Shangri-La Asia's former chief executive officer Lim Beng Chee retired in 2022 but remains on the board as a non-executive director. Hui Kwong holds a total direct and indirect stake of 95.57 million shares in Shangri-La Asia, representing 2.7 per cent of the company. Founded in 1971 by Kuok, the Shangri-La Group began with the launch of the Shangri-La Hotel in Singapore. In its 2024 annual report, the company stated it is operating more than 100 hotels, 81 of which it owns, across its four brands — Shangri-La, Kerry, Hotel Jen and Traders.
Rakyat Post
16-07-2025
- Business
- Rakyat Post
Robert Kuok's Daughter Takes Over as Shangri-La Asia CEO With RM312,000 Monthly Base Salary
Subscribe to our FREE Kuok Hui Kwong, daughter of business tycoon Tan Sri Robert Kuok, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Shangri-La Asia, effective 1 August. The 47-year-old, the sixth of Kuok's eight children, has been working at the hotel company for years. She joined the company as an executive director in June 2016 and has served as chairman since January 2017. Shangri-La Asia The company believes this will help create better teamwork and clearer decision-making across all management levels. What the New Boss Will Earn Hui Kwong's monthly base salary will be HKD576,000 (approximately RM312,000) and will also be eligible for bonus payments and pension benefits. She owns about 95.57 million shares in Shangri-La Asia, The company's remuneration committee sets her total compensation based on her performance and industry standards. The previous CEO, Lim Beng Chee, The Shangri-La Story: 53 Years of Growth Kuok, Malaysia's wealthiest person, started the Shangri-La Group in 1971. The first hotel opened in Singapore. Today, Shangri-La Asia operates more than 100 hotels worldwide, with the company owning 81 of these hotels directly. They operate under four main hotel brands: Shangri-La, Kerry, Hotel Jen, and Traders. The company is listed on both the Hong Kong and Singapore stock exchanges. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
India Today
04-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- India Today
Are Indian couples redefining the big fat wedding?
In today's rapidly evolving wedding landscape, couples are rewriting the rules, choosing to celebrate age-old rituals not in their backyards but in palaces, private villas, and luxury hotels around the globe. This marriage of culture and sophistication is no is the result of thoughtful planning, a taste for exclusivity, and a desire to tell one's story through a personalised, immersive wedding today's rapidly evolving wedding landscape, couples are rewriting the rules, choosing to celebrate age-old rituals not in their backyards but in palaces, private villas, and luxury hotels around the globe. This marriage of culture and sophistication is no coincidence. It is the result of thoughtful planning, a taste for exclusivity, and a desire to tell one's story through a personalised, immersive wedding Gongo, Director of Sales and Luxury Events at the Shangri-La Group, has seen this shift firsthand. In an exclusive conversation, she explained how couples today are blending heritage with modernity, not as a compromise, but as a celebration of both."There's a growing preference for weddings that are deeply rooted in cultural identity, but presented through a modern lens,' Gongo said. 'Couples are no longer choosing between tradition and luxury. They want both and they're getting creative in how they bring the two together."RITUALS WITH A VIEWWhile haldi, mehndi, and pheras remain non-negotiable for many Indian families, they are now being staged in dramatically different settings. Think mehndi ceremonies by the ocean, pheras on private beaches in Muscat, or sangeets hosted in heritage forts in Rajasthan with projection mapping and synchronised drone shows.'We've hosted weddings where the couple arrives by boat for the pheras, glistening behind them,' said Gongo. 'It's breathtaking. And yet, every ritual from the sacred fire to the mantras is preserved with full reverence.'Couples are customising traditional setups like mandaps with minimalist, sustainable decor, and opting for fusion menus that combine Indian culinary staples with global gastronomy.'We often see couples request a traditional Punjabi menu for one function, and a Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei-style dinner for another,' she added. 'It's about creating an experience that speaks to their personalities and diverse upbringings.'DESTINATION WEDDINGS AS A CANVASThe rise of destination weddings, which the industry reports is growing at 25 per cent annually, is central to this transformation. Couples are now planning their nuptials more than a year in advance, scouting venues that can seamlessly accommodate both spiritual significance and indulgent celebration.'Our properties in Muscat and Hambantota are especially popular,' said Gongo. 'They offer stunning private spaces for pheras and haldi, while also providing the kind of luxury hospitality that global families expect.'advertisementFrom grand baraats on private yachts to sangeets with international artists flown in, the destination wedding is no longer just a location choice it's a storytelling tool.'It's a theatre of love and legacy,' Gongo said. 'Every detail the setting, the rituals, the menu is chosen to reflect the couple's journey and values.'VENDORS EMBRACE THE SHIFTThis trend has also reshaped how planners and vendors approach the modern wedding. There's a strong emphasis on customisation, sustainability, and tech integration. Couples are hiring teams that can execute both a classic Ganesh puja and a Met Gala-style reception.'Sustainability is becoming a big part of the conversation,' Gongo noted. 'From biodegradable decor to zero-waste catering, 20 per cent of the weddings we see now have a clear eco-conscious mandate.'Technology, too, is playing a key role. Couples are incorporating virtual reality, live-streaming, and interactive wedding apps to ensure no guest misses out.'We've had couples organise virtual haldi ceremonies for grandparents who couldn't travel, complete with custom AR filters and immersive experiences,' Gongo said. 'The emotional connect remains intact only the format changes.'advertisementTHE FUTURE IS FUSION'It's not about excess,' said Gongo. 'It's about meaningful, curated moments whether that's through an ancestral ritual or a bespoke cocktail bar inspired by the couple's first date.'With a foot firmly in tradition and a gaze fixed on the horizon, today's couples are setting the tone for weddings that are as timeless as they are trendsetting. The result? An experience that doesn't just celebrate love it honors legacy while embracing luxury.- Ends
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Shangri-La Group appoints Debanjan Kundu as AVP of sales, GSO India, ET HospitalityWorld
Hotels 2 min read Shangri-La Group appoints Debanjan Kundu as AVP of sales, GSO India Kundu will be responsible for overseeing the company's sales strategy across India. He will focus on strengthening the brand's position in the Indian market, particularly within the high-net-worth (HNW) leisure, weddings, and MICE segments.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
Shangri-La Group launches new campaign featuring curated stays inspired by self discovery, ET TravelWorld
Adventure 1 min read Shangri-La Group launches new campaign featuring curated stays inspired by self discovery Shangri-La Group has introduced 'Eat Play Love', a curated collection of travel experiences designed to inspire self-discovery, connection, and joy. Available across its MEIIA region, the campaign features culinary journeys, cultural adventures, and wellness escapes, inviting solo travellers, families, and couples to explore destinations with a fresh perspective.
