Hong Kong, 5 February 2024 – Synpulse, the global professional services provider to major banking and insurance institutions, has announced the appointment of Andreas Mettenberger as the Head of Hong Kong operations. This strategic appointment is part of the company’s ongoing commitment to strengthen its leadership team and expand its presence in the Asia-Pacific region.
Since joining Synpulse in 2017, Andreas Mettenberger has been a pivotal part of the Synpulse team for over 6 years, where he has demonstrated outstanding leadership and expertise in various roles. Mettenberger has led multiple projects over the years with clients in the private banking and wealth management space in APAC to transform their business models and shape their value propositions and platforms to achieve competitive advantages.
In his new role as Head of Hong Kong at Synpulse, Mettenberger will oversee the strategic direction, growth, and operations of the Hong Kong office, taking over from Salomon Wettstein, Managing Partner, and Regional Head of North Asia at Synpulse, whom Mettenberger will be reporting to. Mettenberger’s focus will be on enhancing client relationships, driving business development, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality consulting services tailored to the unique needs of the Asia-Pacific market.
Andreas Mettenberger, Head of Hong Kong at Synpulse, commented: “It is an honour to lead the Hong Kong team at Synpulse, alongside a talented team. The Hong Kong market is a key market in our APAC growth strategy for our business and we are committed to expanding our services in the region. I hope to continue driving our growth and enhancing our services to meet the unique needs of our clients in this dynamic market.”
Salomon Wettstein, Managing Partner, and Regional Head of North Asia at Synpulse, commented on the appointment: "We are pleased to have Andreas helming our Synpulse Hong Kong team. Andreas's experience and strategic vision will propel Synpulse Hong Kong to new heights of success and ensure a symbiotic relationship between the consulting and tech sides of the business.”
Synpulse entered the Hong Kong market in 2015 and has since grown and expanded their client base to include several leading Mainland Chinese and Taiwanese financial institutions and banks. Leveraging Synpulse’s network of over 100 ecosystem partners, Synpulse accompanies their clients throughout their transformation journey – from strategy and development to implementation and management.
About Synpulse
Synpulse is a global professional services company and a valued partner of leading players in the financial services and related industries. We optimise the proximity to our clients and deep domain expertise to create sustainable value using technology as a business driver. Leveraging our strong network of over 100 ecosystem partners, we accompany our clients throughout their transformation journey – from strategy and development to implementation and management. With our tech powerhouse, Synpulse8, we collaborate with our clients to co-create digital experiences with innovative technologies and proprietary methods. Synpulse is powered by the passion and commitment of its more than 1200 employees, who come from over 30 countries.
Media Contacts
Synpulse, Communications Lead APAC, Anginn May, anginn.may@synpulse.com, +65 97968 316