Wan Abdul Aziz is new RAM Holdings chairman

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KUALA LUMPUR: RAM Holdings Bhd’s board of directors has elected Tan Sri Dr Wan Abdul Aziz Wan Abdullah as its new chairman, with effect from June 6.

A statement said on Wednesday he succeeds Tan Sri Siti Norma Yaakob who retired after having served as chairman for 10 years.
 
RAM’s group CEO and executive director Datuk Seri Dr K. Govindan, thanked Siti Norma for her outstanding leadership and support. 

“Her guidance and insightful observations have contributed significantly to RAM’s sustained growth and success,” he said.
 
Wan Abdul Aziz, commenting on his appointment, said he was taking up this responsibility at an exciting time. 

He said the capital market and the needs of our clients, regulators, and stakeholders are changing at a rapid pace. 

“To succeed, RAM must be able to deal with these changes through innovative strategies which will strengthen RAM’s competitive advantage and sustainability,” he said.
 
Before his appointment as chairman, Wan Abdul Aziz was an independent director since 2013.

Prior to this, he was in the public service for more than 37 years, especially in finance and economic planning. 

He also brings extensive experience as he had served as chairman as well as independent director on several corporations and government-related agencies.