The Nature Conservancy (TNC) Appoints Anthony Gao as New Executive Director for Hong Kong and Regional Partnerships

HONG KONG, Feb. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Gao as the new Executive Director for Hong Kong and Region al Partnerships. Reporting to the Regional Managing Director, Anthony leads TNC's efforts to strengthen its presence in Hong Kong and across Asia Pacific by fostering strategic partnerships and driving philanthropic support for conservation.

Anthony Gao - Executive Director, Hong Kong and Regional Partnerships, The Nature Conservancy

Bringing extensive expertise in philanthropy, strategic partnerships, and social impact, Anthony joined TNC after serving as Head of Philanthropy Services for Asia at Pictet Wealth Management, where he built a platform to support high-net-worth families and family offices to enhance their philanthropic impact. Prior to that, he expanded philanthropy services and led impactful fundraising initiatives in Greater China for UBS AG.

With a background in management consulting at McKinsey & Co, Anthony started his leadership journey in the philanthropic sector at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, where he guided the foundation's strategy for philanthropic sector development, formulated strategy and managed programs on agricultural development, poverty eradication, and health system improvement, and others.

"I am honored to join The Nature Conservancy and contribute to its mission of driving impactful conservation efforts across Asia Pacific," said Anthony Gao. "With Hong Kong's strategic role in philanthropy and regional partnerships, I look forward to collaborating with TNC's partners and supporters to advance sustainability and environmental initiatives that create lasting positive change."

Mr. Will McGoldrick, Regional Managing Director, Asia Pacific, said, "As a global financial hub, Hong Kong is crucial to TNC's strategic initiatives. We are excited to welcome Anthony on board. His experience in philanthropy and ability to build strategic partnerships will help us strengthen our presence in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific, accelerating us towards our 2030 goals."