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Past Chairpersons

CA Vinod Menon, 2020–2025

Vinod Menon is a distinguished Chartered Accountant and visionary entrepreneur with a remarkable track record of founding, scaling, and transforming businesses across diverse industries. As the founder of Pinetree Accounting Services Limited and Sun Secretarial Services Limited in Hong Kong, he has established a premium firm specializing in accounting, tax consulting, and corporate secretarial services. His expertise in strategy, operations, and finance enables him to craft and implement business plans that drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Beyond his success in the corporate sector, Vinod has carved a niche for himself in the property investment landscape, seamlessly blending financial acumen with entrepreneurial foresight. His portfolio boasts several successful real estate ventures in the UK, including high-yield HMO developments and large-scale PBSA projects. Leveraging his Chartered Accountant credentials and specialized certifications in property investment strategies, he has skillfully raised capital, structured financial frameworks, and ensured meticulous regulatory compliance for complex projects. His profound understanding of financial structuring and investor relations has cemented his reputation as a trusted leader in the real estate sector.

CA Anoop Gidwani, 2018-2022

CA Anoop Gidwani, the founding Chairman of the Hong Kong Chapter, is a distinguished investigator with an extensive background in law enforcement, particularly at the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). Renowned for his expertise in leading and resolving high-profile investigations, he has made significant contributions in areas such as bank fraud, IPO fraud, forensic accounting, and expert testimony. His outstanding service was recognized in 2021 when he was awarded the ICAC Medal for Meritorious Service (IMS) by the Chief Executive of Hong Kong.

Beyond his professional achievements, Anoop is a multifaceted individual with a deep passion for cricket administration. As a director of the Hong Kong Cricket Association, he played an instrumental role in shaping the sport’s development both locally and across Asia through his involvement with the Asian Cricket Council. His unwavering dedication was honored in 2024 when he received the Long Service Award from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for his exceptional commitment to the advancement of cricket.

Currently serving as a Consultant with Baker Tilly, Anoop continues to apply his vast expertise while remaining actively engaged in cricket administration, further strengthening his legacy as both a respected investigator and a dedicated sports administrator.

CA Anoop Gidwani, 2018-2022

CA Anoop Gidwani, the founding Chairman of the Hong Kong Chapter, is a distinguished investigator with an extensive background in law enforcement, particularly at the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). Renowned for his expertise in leading and resolving high-profile investigations, he has made significant contributions in areas such as bank fraud, IPO fraud, forensic accounting, and expert testimony. His outstanding service was recognized in 2021 when he was awarded the ICAC Medal for Meritorious Service (IMS) by the Chief Executive of Hong Kong.

Beyond his professional achievements, Anoop is a multifaceted individual with a deep passion for cricket administration. As a director of the Hong Kong Cricket Association, he played an instrumental role in shaping the sport’s development both locally and across Asia through his involvement with the Asian Cricket Council. His unwavering dedication was honored in 2024 when he received the Long Service Award from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for his exceptional commitment to the advancement of cricket.

Currently serving as a Consultant with Baker Tilly, Anoop continues to apply his vast expertise while remaining actively engaged in cricket administration, further strengthening his legacy as both a respected investigator and a dedicated sports administrator.