Jimmy joined the firm in 2023, bringing over 30 years of executive search experience and a reputation for consistent high performance. His career includes 22 years at Korn Ferry International, where he held senior leadership roles including Vice Chairman in Hong Kong, and 7 years at Russell Reynolds Associates. Throughout his tenure, Jimmy has been recognized for his ability to deliver results in both stable and turbulent markets—earning top accolades across Asia Pacific and continuing to outperform industry benchmarks year after year.
Jimmy remains a dynamic force in the executive search industry, known for his ability to spot emerging market opportunities and build high-impact, scalable practices. His early leadership in launching Korn Ferry’s Guangzhou office in 2008 helped unlock the untapped potential of South China—now recognized as the Greater Bay Area (GBA). Yet it’s not past milestones that define Jimmy’s relevance today; it’s his continued success in developing and expanding practices across sectors such as gaming and integrated resorts, supply chain, real estate, and Asian Chinese family enterprises. His strategic foresight and entrepreneurial drive continue to shape the market landscape.
He is deeply engaged in C-suite hiring across Digital, HR, Finance, and more, with a sharp eye for emerging leadership needs. His placements of CHROs, CFOs, COOs, CIOs, and Chief Digital Officers reflect not just experience, but a forward-looking understanding of how organizations evolve.
In addition to his client-facing responsibilities, Jimmy plays a critical internal leadership role—driving strategic growth, overseeing market expansion, and leading investment and post-merger integration initiatives. With full P&L accountability, he has consistently delivered results across complex business cycles. His impact is felt not only in the boardroom but also in the operational backbone of the firm, where his decisions shape long-term value and organizational resilience.
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Languages Spoken
Jimmy is a native Cantonese speaker and is conversational in Mandarin. He is proficient in English.
