Laiping Yong, Pmp® Pmi Acp®
About Laiping Yong, Pmp® Pmi Acp®
Laiping Yong is a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in managing projects related to regulatory compliance in the payment industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science from UNSW and has worked with several major financial institutions, demonstrating expertise in stakeholder management and system migration projects.
Work at SWIFT
Currently, Laiping Yong serves as a Senior Project Manager at SWIFT, a role he has held since 2018. In this position, he focuses on managing system migration projects that encompass both infrastructure and applications. His responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and facilitating effective communication among stakeholders. Laiping's experience in the financial technology sector enhances his ability to lead complex projects within SWIFT.
Education and Expertise
Laiping Yong studied at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Computer Science. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in project management, particularly in regulatory compliance projects involving major payment networks such as Visa, MasterCard, and AUSTRAC. He holds professional certifications including PMP® and PMI-ACP®, which further validate his skills in managing diverse projects.
Background in Project Management
Laiping Yong has extensive experience in project management, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. Before joining SWIFT, he held positions at First Data Corporation, Westpac, Commonwealth Bank, and FIS. His tenure at First Data Corporation included a significant role as a Senior Business Analyst and later as a Project Manager in Information Technology. His work at these institutions involved managing projects that required strong stakeholder and vendor management skills.
Achievements in Regulatory Compliance
Laiping Yong has a proven track record in managing projects related to regulatory compliance within the financial services sector. His experience includes working with major payment networks and ensuring adherence to compliance requirements. He demonstrates servant leadership by motivating teams and supporting them through project challenges, which contributes to successful project outcomes.
Technical Skills and Implementation Experience
Laiping Yong is skilled in implementing web-based hosted payment systems, utilizing technologies such as J2EE, IBM WebSphere, Oracle DB, and MQ Client/Server. His technical expertise complements his project management capabilities, allowing him to effectively oversee system migration projects. He emphasizes promise-based delivery, ensuring that project commitments are met with integrity and fairness.