John Estmond Strickland
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Hon. John Estmond Strickland, GBS
, JP
, the former Chairman of the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
Ltd. (1996–1998) with responsibility for HSBC's operations in Asia Pacific, is a Hong Kong
-based businessman and philanthropist
. He has honorary fellowships with the University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Computer Society, the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers and the Hong Kong Management Association, as well as honorary doctorates from City University of Hong Kong
and Hong Kong Polytechnic University
.
.
with a degree of Master of Arts in Physics.
, the Antiquities Advisory Board, Hong Kong Adventure Corps, the Independent Schools Foundation, the China Exploration and Research Society and the Asia Society.
Gold Bauhinia Star
The Gold Bauhinia Star is the highest rank in Order of the Bauhinia Star in Hong Kong, created in 1997 to replace the British honours system of the Order of the British Empire after the transfer of sovereignty to People's Republic of China and the establishment of the Hong Kong Special...
, JP
Justice of the Peace
A justice of the peace is a puisne judicial officer elected or appointed by means of a commission to keep the peace. Depending on the jurisdiction, they might dispense summary justice or merely deal with local administrative applications in common law jurisdictions...
, the former Chairman of the Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited is a prominent bank established and based in Hong Kong since 1865 when Hong Kong was a colony of the British Empire. It is the founding member of the HSBC Group and since 1990 is now a wholly owned subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc...
Ltd. (1996–1998) with responsibility for HSBC's operations in Asia Pacific, is a Hong Kong
Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of two Special Administrative Regions of the People's Republic of China , the other being Macau. A city-state situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, it is renowned for its expansive skyline and deep natural harbour...
-based businessman and philanthropist
Philanthropy
Philanthropy etymologically means "the love of humanity"—love in the sense of caring for, nourishing, developing, or enhancing; humanity in the sense of "what it is to be human," or "human potential." In modern practical terms, it is "private initiatives for public good, focusing on quality of...
. He has honorary fellowships with the University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Computer Society, the Hong Kong Institute of Bankers and the Hong Kong Management Association, as well as honorary doctorates from City University of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong is a comprehensive research university in Hong Kong. It was founded in 1984 as City Polytechnic of Hong Kong and became a fully accredited university in 1994. It has achieved fast growth in recent years and received international recognition for its academic achievements...
and Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University specialises in professional education in Hong Kong. The University’s teaching units are grouped under six faculties and two schools; the Faculty of Applied Science and Textiles, Faculty of Business, Faculty of Construction and Environment, Faculty of...
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Education
He graduated from Jesus College, CambridgeJesus College, Cambridge
Jesus College is a constituent college of the University of Cambridge, England.The College was founded in 1496 on the site of a Benedictine nunnery by John Alcock, then Bishop of Ely...
with a degree of Master of Arts in Physics.
Career
- Chairman of the Board, Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation
- Member of the Airport Authority Board and Antiquities Advisory Board
- Independent Non-executive Director of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited since March 31, 2004
- President of the Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong.
- HSBC Group's IT (1971 to 1995)
- Chairman of Hong Kong Cyberport Management Co. Ltd.
- Director of Airport Authority Hong Kong since June 1999
- Independent Non-executive Director of Integrated Distribution Services Group Ltd., since 21 October 2004.
- Director of Esquel Holdings Inc.
- Director Yoma Strategic Investments Ltd.
Affiliations
Strickland is a member or boardmember of such organizations as the Community Chest, the Boys' and Girls' Clubs Association of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Youth Hostel Association, the Salvation Army Advisory BoardSalvation Army
The Salvation Army is a Protestant Christian church known for its thrift stores and charity work. It is an international movement that currently works in over a hundred countries....
, the Antiquities Advisory Board, Hong Kong Adventure Corps, the Independent Schools Foundation, the China Exploration and Research Society and the Asia Society.