Singapore, 24 May 2021 — Maybank Kim Eng Securities Pte Ltd (“Maybank Kim Eng  Singapore”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Aditya Laroia as its Chief Executive  Officer effective from today, 18 May 2021.  

In his new role, Aditya will be responsible for the overall securities and investment banking  businesses in Singapore and the execution of Maybank Kim Eng’s 5-year plan, anchored by a  sustainability-first approach to help clients leverage ESG opportunities that can generate  alpha.  

Aditya has over 23 years’ experience in financial markets in New York, London and Asia. He  joined Maybank Kim Eng Group in May 2020 as Regional Head, Prime Brokerage and Head,  Investment Management, Singapore where he has been instrumental in developing Prime and  its expansion into new markets, such as the launch of Prime in the USA late last year.  

Ami Moris, Chief Executive Officer, Maybank Kim Eng Group commented: “Singapore is a  key home market for Maybank Kim Eng Group as it is a financial gateway for many of our  client segments. With Aditya’s global experience and strong capital markets knowhow, I am  confident that he will strengthen our franchise in Singapore to continue providing ASEAN leading solutions to our clients.” 

Aditya Laroia, Chief Executive Officer, Maybank Kim Eng Securities Pte Ltd said: “I am  honoured to be entrusted to lead Maybank Kim Eng Singapore at this exciting time, as the  Maybank Kim Eng Group marks its 10th anniversary and we embark on our next chapter. My  experience with Maybank Kim Eng for the past year has shown me the potential that exists for  us. I look forward to working with our very capable team to execute on our growth ambitions  while consolidating the foundation the business is built on.”  

Prior to joining Maybank Kim Eng, Aditya was Asia Pacific Head of Sales at Saxo Group where  he was responsible for origination, sales, relationship and account management for the  region. He has also held leadership roles at Nomura and Lehman Brothers. 

He holds a degree in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley.