Royce Shih
About Royce Shih
Royce Shih is the VP and Head of Commercial, APAC at Cision, based in Hong Kong, with extensive experience in the Asia-Pacific region and a strong background in financial services and technology sectors.
Current Role at Cision
Royce Shih is currently serving as the Vice President and Head of Commercial for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region at Cision. Based in Hong Kong, he oversees commercial operations and strategic initiatives to drive growth in this key market. His role involves blending strategic planning with hands-on execution to expand Cision's market presence in the APAC region.
Professional Background
Royce Shih has an extensive background in various senior roles across multiple industries. Notably, he served as VP Sales & Marketing, APAC at Cision from 2014 to 2022. Prior to Cision, he worked as Chief Operating Officer at Groupon in 2013 and General Manager, Hong Kong & Greater China International Business at Monster Worldwide from 2012 to 2013. His early career includes significant roles at Wells Fargo, Morgan Stanley, and Sybase.
Education and Certifications
Royce Shih holds an MBA in eBusiness and Marketing from the University of San Francisco, completed between 1999 and 2001. He also earned a BA in Political Science/International Relations from The University of British Columbia, completed between 1995 and 1999. Additionally, he is a Registered Investment Advisor, with credentials from NASD and NYSE.
Experience in Financial Services
Royce Shih has a robust background in financial services, having held multiple roles in the industry. He worked as a Senior Financial Consultant at Wells Fargo from 2004 to 2008 and as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2002 to 2004. Earlier in his career, he gained experience as a Financial Intern at Sybase in 2000 and an Equity Research Intern at DBS Bank - Securities in 1997.
Skills and Expertise
Royce Shih brings a diverse skill set to his roles, which include strategic planning, operations management, and team building. His experience spans both startup environments and established corporations, evidenced by his roles at Groupon and Monster Worldwide. He has proven expertise in international business development, particularly in Greater China, and a strong track record in sales and marketing leadership at Cision.