NetEase Appoints Johnny Chan as Independent Director to Board

NetEase, a leading internet and game services provider, has appointed Mr. Kok Chung Johnny Chan to its board of directors as an independent director, effective August 14, 2025. Mr. Chan has over 40 years of experience in investment banking and investment management. He currently serves as Chief Investment Officer of Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company and is a member of the Market Misconduct Tribunal. He previously served as a deputy chairman of the Listing Committee of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX: 9999), a leading internet and game services provider, has appointed Mr. Kok Chung Johnny Chan to its board of directors as an independent director, effective August 14, 2025. Mr. Chan brings over 40 years of experience in investment banking and investment management, currently serving as Chief Investment Officer of Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company [1]. He is also a member of the Market Misconduct Tribunal and the Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal [2]. Previously, Mr. Chan served as a deputy chairman of the Listing Committee of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [3].

Mr. Chan's extensive background includes serving as an independent non-executive director for CNQC International Holdings Ltd. (HKEX: 1240) and Hangzhou SF Intra-city Industrial Co., Ltd. (HKEX: 9699). He holds a bachelor's degree in economics from City of London Polytechnic, a master's degree in business administration from City University London, and a postgraduate diploma from the Securities Institute of Australia [1].

"We are delighted to welcome Johnny to the board," said Mr. William Ding, Chief Executive Officer and Director of NetEase. "We believe his extensive background and nuanced understanding of the capital markets, supported by a regarded standing in the industry, will bring fresh and practical insights that align with our commitment to excellence and innovation" [1].

NetEase, Inc. is a leading internet and game services provider centered around premium content. With extensive offerings across its expanding gaming ecosystem, the company develops and operates some of the most popular and longest-running mobile and PC games available in China and globally. Beyond games, NetEase's service offerings include its majority-controlled subsidiaries Youdao (NYSE: DAO), an intelligent learning and advertising solutions provider, and NetEase Cloud Music (HKEX: 9899), a well-known online music platform featuring a vibrant content community, as well as Yanxuan, NetEase's private label consumer lifestyle brand [1].

The appointment of Mr. Chan underscores NetEase's commitment to enhancing its board independence and bringing diverse perspectives to its strategic decision-making process. This move is expected to bolster the company's governance and align with its long-term growth objectives.

References:
[1] https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/netease-enhances-board-independence-with-new-director-appointment-302529929.html
[2] https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NTES/net-ease-enhances-board-independence-with-new-director-joh6ng6gxn5d.html
[3] https://www.barchart.com/story/news/34139853/netease-enhances-board-independence-with-new-director-appointment