Gordon Orr
Current Roles
- Independent Non-Executive Director: Swire Pacific Limited, Meituan, Lenovo, EQT AB, and Fidelity China Special Situations Investment Trust.
- Vice Chair: China Britain Business Council.
- Counsel: Advises a selective group of China-focused entrepreneurs.
Professional Background
- McKinsey & Company:
- Joined in the early stages of his career and had a significant tenure leading key practices.
- Greater China Practice Lead: Spearheaded the establishment and growth of McKinsey’s operations in China, beginning in 1993.
- Chairman of McKinsey Asia: Held the position from 2009 to 2014, fostering significant organizational growth and strategic initiatives within the region.
- Global Board of Directors Member: From 2003 to 2015, oversaw governance and risk management among other responsibilities.
Board Memberships
- Swire Pacific Limited:
- Serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director since July 31, 2015.
- Chairs the Audit Committee and the Nomination Committee of Swire Pacific.
- Meituan:
- Non-Executive Director involved in strategic oversight.
- Lenovo:
- On the board since December 31, 2014.
- His strategic input is well-valued owing to his prior experience at McKinsey.
- EQT AB and Fidelity China Special Situations Investment Trust:
- Non-Executive Director roles in both, leveraging his extensive understanding of the Asian market dynamics.
Other Roles and Affiliations
- Non-Executive Director of several privately held technology companies in China and the UK.
- Provides insightful counsel and strategic advice to budding entrepreneurs with a focus on China.
Education
- Holds academic affiliations with the University of Oxford China Centre: Offers strategic insights and contributes to academic discourses on China-related studies.
Achievements
- Spearheaded McKinsey’s market establishment and growth in China.
- Served on McKinsey's global board, contributing to the firm's global strategic development particularly in Asia.
- Recognized for his profound influence on cross-border business relations and governance practices in his roles at Swire Pacific and other major firms.
Contact Information
- University of Oxford China Centre
- Address: Dickson Poon Building, Canterbury Road, Oxford OX2 6LU
- Phone: +44 (0) 1865 613 835
- Email: information@chinese.ox.ac.uk
Gordon Orr’s extensive experience in strategic leadership roles across various prominent companies, coupled with his deep-rooted expertise in the Asian market, positions him as a highly influential figure in the corporate governance landscape. As a seasoned advisor and director, his insights and strategic counsel have been pivotal in steering major corporations towards sustainable growth and robust governance frameworks. His multifaceted roles reflect a profound understanding of the complexities and opportunities in cross-border business environments, particularly between the UK and China.
