David Richard Thomas | Group Chief Risk Officer | CIMB

Relevant Experience

Oversees the risk management function of CIMB Group, including Credit, Market, Operational, Shariah, Asset Liability Management Risk and Risk Analytics & Infrastructure.

Responsible for ensuring the consistent implementation of the Group’s risk management policies and frameworks, including operationalising the Risk Appetite Statement. The Risk Division of CIMB Group identifies, assesses, measures, controls and reports the material risks that may impact the Group’s business operations, profitability, capital and reputation.

Previously worked for Bank of America in Los Angeles, California as a sector Banker, covering the Fortune 500 Aerospace & Defense sector.

Served as the Chief Risk Officer for Asia Pacific for the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS). Prior to RBS, he served as the Chief Credit Officer for Asia Pacific for Bank of America.

Held various senior level positions based in Singapore, Hong Kong, Thailand, Taiwan, and Malaysia throughout his 25-year tenure in Asia.

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Quick Details

Nationality:

American

Age/Gender:

59/Male

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree, Whitman College, Washington USA.

Directorship/Relevant Appointments:

Commissioner, PT Bank CIMB Niaga Tbk.
Commissioner, PT Synergy Dharma Nayaga.
Board of Director, The International School of Kuala Lumpur.
Board of Director, GK1World (Singapore).

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