Mastercard to Have New Head for Asia-Pacific Starting January - BusinessWorld Online

Mastercard to have new head for Asia-Pacific starting January - BusinessWorld Online

MASTERCARD has appointed Richard Wormald as its president for Asia-Pacific effective Jan. 1, 2026. Mr. Wormald, who is currently Mastercard’s division president for Australasia, will take over the role from Ari Sarker. “I’m honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation Ari has created. Asia-Pacific is a dynamic and diverse region, and I look forward to working with our teams and partners to keep growing and delivering meaning…

Richard Wormald to Succeed Ari Sarker as Mastercard’s Asia Pacific President - Fintech Singapore

Mastercard announced that Ari Sarker will step down as President for Asia Pacific at the end of 2025 after more than a decade in the role. He will move into an advisory position where he will focus on strategic initiatives and mentoring regional leadership to support a smooth transition. Sarker has overseen the company’s growth across Asia Pacific, driving expansion, strengthening partnerships, and fostering a collaborative culture. He has built…

Mastercard Announces Leadership Transition in Asia Pacific

SINGAPORE, Aug. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mastercard today announced a leadership transition in its Asia Pacific region, with Ari Sarker set to step down from his role as President, Asia Pacific at the end of 2025. After more than...

Mastercard Names APAC President

Payment card giant Mastercard has appointed a new regional president for Asia Pacific through internal promotion. Mastercard has appointed Richard Wormald as president, Asia Pacific, according to a statement, effective 1 January 2026. He succeeds Ari Sarker who will step down at the end of 2025 and move into an advisory position, focusing on strategic initiatives and mentoring regional leadership to support a smooth transition. In the coming mon…

Mastercard appoints new president for Asia-Pacific

Mastercard announced on Tuesday (Aug 26) that Richard Wormald, who is currently division president, Australasia at the company, will be stepping up as the new president, Asia-Pacific.

Mastercard names Richard Wormald Asia Pacific president from 2026

Mastercard will appoint Richard Wormald as Asia Pacific president in 2026, succeeding Ari Sarker who moves to an advisory role after a decade leading the region.