Toys R Us Asia, the leading retailer of toy and baby products in ten markets across Asia, today announced the appointment of Leo Tsoi to the role of chief executive officer and member of the Board, effective 1st April 2023.
The Hong Kong-headquartered Toys R Us Asia operates 470 stores across the region, including in mainland China, Japan, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Brunei, as well as licenses more than 85 stores in the Philippines and Macau.
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Tsoi most recently served as chief executive officer of Starbucks China as a member of the coffee company’s global executive leadership team. He has also held senior positions in international companies such as PepsiCo and Procter & Gamble in Greater China.
“Following an extensive global search, we’re thrilled to welcome Leo Tsoi to Toys R Us Asia as our new CEO,” said Drew M. Nuland, chairman, Toys R Us Asia. “Over the course of his career, Leo has distinguished himself as a bold innovator and inspiring leader who has led rapid growth over a diverse range of product portfolios. He has a proven track record not only in operational efficiency, digital transformation and brand management, but also in engaging customers throughout the region.”
Said Leo Tsoi: “I look forward to working with the dedicated teams in our markets to serve our communities across Asia through an elevated customer experience and with meaningful innovations to capture the tremendous growth opportunities ahead.”
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Tsoi takes over from chief executive officer Pieter Schats, who will stay on a member of the board.