Karen Wong
About Karen Wong
Karen Wong is the Singapore Public and Government Affairs Manager at ExxonMobil, with over 12 years of experience at the company and a previous 11-year career as a journalist.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Karen Wong serves as the Singapore Public and Government Affairs Manager at ExxonMobil. She began her role in 2019. In this position, she oversees communication strategies and engages with public and government entities to advance the company’s interests and initiatives in Singapore.
Previous Positions at ExxonMobil
Karen Wong has held multiple roles at ExxonMobil prior to her current position. From 2017 to 2019, she served as the Integrated Site P&GA Manager in Singapore. Before that, she worked as the Media and Community Relations Manager from 2013 to 2017 and the Media and Communications Advisor from 2009 to 2013. These roles involved managing media relations, community engagement, and internal communications.
Early Career at Singapore Press Holdings
Karen Wong started her career as a journalist and correspondent at Singapore Press Holdings, where she worked from 1997 to 2008. During her 11-year tenure, she gained extensive experience in news reporting and media communications, which laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in corporate communications.
Educational Background
Karen Wong holds a Bachelor of Law from Nottingham University Business School, which she earned between 1994 and 1997. She also attended Raffles Girls' Secondary School.
Professional Expertise
Karen Wong brings over 12 years of experience at ExxonMobil, specializing in crisis management and corporate social responsibility. Her background includes extensive work in media relations and communication strategies, making her well-versed in managing public and government affairs.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional life, Karen Wong enjoys long-distance running, hiking, and baking bread. She also has a passion for playing the piano and spending time outdoors, particularly by the sea. Engaging in family activities and outdoor pursuits is a significant part of her personal life.