Sandra joined Aviva Investors in October 2024 as CEO, Asia Pacific and Head of Asia Pacific, Distribution. Her primary responsibility is to set up the growth strategy for Asia Pacific and lead the Distribution efforts. Sandra is also part of the Senior Leadership Team that is responsible for contributing to the strategic direction of the firm.

Sandra brings over 25 years’ experience in the investment management industry and joins from Columbia Threadneedle where she was CEO, Singapore and Head of Institutional, Southeast Asia. Prior to this, she held roles with Deutsche Asset Management, HSBC Investments and Wellington International Management and have worked in both Singapore and Hong Kong.

Sandra volunteers her time as a mentor to young talents at a number of financial industry groups. Sandra holds a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Biochemistry from University of California Los Angeles and a MSc in International Management from King’s College London. She is also a Chartered Financial Analyst holder.