Russell Reynolds Associates Names Country Manager for Singapore
January 9, 2025 – Global leadership advisory firm Russell Reynolds Associates has appointed Euan Kenworthy as country manager of the Singapore office. He succeeds Ulrike Wieduwilt, who is stepping down from her role. “We are confident that Euan’s proven track record in building diverse and high-performing leadership teams, complemented with his deep appreciation of cultural sensitivities in the region, will be a great asset to our Singapore team and our clients,” said Matthias Oberholzer, Russell Reynolds Associates’ Asia Pacific lead. “We are excited for Euan to continue delivering value to our clients in his new role, and to continue growing our Singapore business.”
Mr. Kenworthy has served as leader of the firm’s private capital sector in Asia Pacific and infrastructure practice globally, working closely with clients on board and CEO succession and executive searches globally. He also advises sovereign wealth, private equity, and infrastructure funds in the recruitment and development of their leadership teams and the boards and teams of their portfolio companies.
Mr. Kenworthy joined Russell Reynolds Associates in 2014 and has over 15 years of experience working with boards of directors and senior management across London, Singapore, and Switzerland. He has helped these decision-makers create sustainable growth and success through leadership consulting and executive search.
In his new role, Mr. Kenworthy will lead the Singapore office operations, continuing to deepen relationships with the firm’s clients as well as grow the business as a key hub in the Asia Pacific region. “I am honored to have been appointed to lead the Singapore office,” he said. “I am committed to continue building on the firm’s strong legacy of excellence to further strengthen our position as the trusted advisor for boards, CEOs and C-suite, in the region. I’m looking forward to work with our exceptional team to partner with our clients to navigate the evolving leadership landscape.”
Following a successful three-year tenure as country manager of Russell Reynolds Associates’ Singapore office, Ms. Wieduwilt has been appointed to serve as the Greater China new country leader. She will spearhead the firm’s strategic initiatives in China, with a focus on enhancing leadership advisory services and cultivating robust client relationships across Greater China.
“Ulrike’s leadership during her tenure as Singapore country manager has been invaluable, expertly positioning Russell Reynolds Associates as a trusted advisor to our clients under her leadership,” said Ms. Oberholzer. “Ulrike has not only strengthened our team but also fostered deep relationships with clients, enabling them to develop robust leadership strategies. We are immensely grateful for her dedication and significant contributions and look forward her ongoing impact on the firm.”
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Russell Reynolds Associates is a global leadership advisory and search firm. Its 520-plus consultants in 47 offices work with public, private, and non-profit organizations across all industries and regions. The firm also conducts in-depth organizational culture assessment and measures the cultural fit of key leadership and candidates in the following areas: arts and culture, global development, higher education, non-profit health and human services, public sector, social justice and advocacy, as well as trade and professional associations.
The firm provides executive search services across all areas of the global media, entertainment, technology, and athletics markets. The firm’s consultants bring the experience and ability to assess competencies and cultural fit of board members, CEOs, senior functional leadership and players, with expertise in professional sports teams and leagues (CEOs, general managers, coaches and players); digital, media and entertainment; and technology-based start-ups.
Recent Appointment
Russell Reynolds recently named Nanaz Mohtashami as head of the U.K., succeeding Laura Sanderson who will assume a new role as co-head of Europe, Middle East, and India. Ms. Mohtashami, a seasoned leadership executive with over 15 years of experience in leadership advisory, has been with Russell Reynolds since 2013. She previously ran Russell Reynolds’ global medtech practice, working globally with clients. Ms. Mohtashami has experience building multinational teams to support high profile appointments and succession planning projects. In her new role, she will look to build upon the firm’s leadership expertise at a time when U.K. leaders face economic challenges at home, geopolitical risk overseas and a growing urgency to respond to technological and environmental change.
“Good leadership is desperately important to the U.K. today,” said Ms. Mohtashami. “It is a privilege to support the next generation of leaders, as the decisions they make influence our economy, our environment and our values. Our role, as ever, is to listen to clients, build lasting relationships and guide them through this period of significant change.”
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
