Manulife Hong Kong and Macau has appointed Wilton Kee to succeed Patrick Graham as its chief executive officer effective July 1.

Kee joined Manulife in 2013 and has held a number of senior leadership roles across pricing, product, health and finance in Hong Kong and Macau. He previously served as chief product officer and later assumed the additional role of head of health.

In 2022, he was appointed chief financial officer and, in March 2026, took on additional responsibilities as deputy CEO, contributing significantly to the company’s strategic development and market leadership in both markets.

“Wilton’s appointment underscores our continued focus on disciplined execution, a diversified business model and our long-term commitment to customers in one of our largest markets in Asia,” says Steve Finch, president and CEO of Manulife Asia. “He brings deep and diversified expertise and strategic vision that will help to shape our continued success.”