Grab Holdings Limited co-founder Tan Hooi Ling has decided to step down from her operating roles and directorship, by the end of 2023. Tan will be transitioning into an advisory role with Grab moving forward.

Tan co-founded Grab with Anthony Tan, Group CEO, in 2012, and worked at other companies in the US before re-joining Grab in April 2015. She led various operations and technology teams as COO until the appointment of Alex Hungate in January 2022. 

She currently leads Grab’s technology organisation, and is mentoring the next-generation of technology leaders.

Anthony Tan, Group CEO and Co-founder, Grab said, “Ling has invested herself fully into setting up the right leadership bench and cultural foundations for Grab to thrive for the long term, and while I will miss working with her dearly, I thank her for the many years of trust and partnership, and wholeheartedly support her decision to pursue her personal passions.”

“Grab has been one of the most fulfilling experiences of my life. The impact we create is a reflection of who we are as a team, and I am humbled to have been able to walk alongside Anthony and the many amazing Grabbers who share the same values and work ethic to build something that improves lives in Southeast Asia,” said Tan Hooi Ling.

The Nominating Committee of the Board will be reviewing potential candidates to supplement the Board later this year.