KUALA LUMPUR — Labuan IBFC Incorporated Sdn Bhd (Labuan IBFC Inc.) has appointed Ben Quah as its new chief executive officer. He brings to the role more than two decades of experience in fintech, digital marketing and regional business development, with a strong track record of driving sustainable growth across Asian markets.
Ben has held senior positions in established financial institutions and high-growth technology ventures in Malaysia, China, Hong Kong and Singapore. His career reflects deep expertise in market expansion, ecosystem development and cross-border business strategy. He has launched multi-jurisdictional platforms, led scalable growth programmes and forged key partnerships with regulators, financial institutions and technology providers.
Recognised for his business clarity and strategic acumen, Ben has demonstrated a consistent ability to translate vision into actionable strategies that enhance organisational capabilities and open new avenues for growth. His leadership approach enables organisations to scale sustainably and adapt effectively to shifting market conditions while maintaining a long-term value focus.
As CEO of Labuan IBFC Inc., Ben will spearhead efforts to strengthen Labuan IBFC’s position as a premier international business and financial centre. His priorities include deepening engagement with regulatory and industry stakeholders, enhancing collaboration across key markets and sharpening the jurisdiction’s value proposition amid evolving global standards. He will also drive growth in areas such as wealth management, captive insurance, fintech and Islamic finance to position Labuan IBFC at the forefront of emerging opportunities in the region.
“Collaboration is fundamental to Labuan IBFC’s future. By aligning closely with partners in our key markets, we can further enhance our role as Asia’s leading cross-border financial hub. I am committed to cultivating the relationships that will unlock long-term, sustainable growth for the region,” he said.
Since assuming the position, Ben has actively engaged with partners across the region. His leadership philosophy — grounded in the concept of “inside-out living” — emphasises clarity of purpose, authenticity and values-driven decision-making, principles that guide his long-term approach to ecosystem building and growth. (Bernama)
