Tan Su Shan to become first female CEO of DBS Bank in 2025

Tan Su Shan will become the first female CEO of DBS Bank in March 2025, succeeding Piyush Gupta. Currently the deputy CEO, she emphasizes empathy and teamwork, valuing diverse strengths within her team. In an interview, Tan discussed her approach to leadership, including "reverse mentoring" with younger colleagues. She also highlighted her commitment to supporting women in finance, having founded the Financial Women's Association of Singapore. Tan shared a personal setback at age 26 when she lost her job and home, which taught her resilience. She also engages in charity work with her family, focusing on healthcare training in Cambodia to reduce infant mortality.