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Jean Sung

Board Director and Strategic Advisor, Philanthropy and Impact, Audacy Partners, Global Philanthropic 

Jean Sung launched J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s Philanthropy Centre in Asia (2013), and as Head of the Philanthropy Centre, Asia (2013-2025) she worked closely with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and multi-generational families to develop giving strategies aligned with values, legacy and governance priorities.

Previously, she was Head of Global Philanthropy for J.P. Morgan Chase in Asia Pacific (2006 to 2013), managing the firm’s corporate giving in 13 Asian countries gaining extensive on-the-ground insight into local social challenges and effective, outcome-driven philanthropy.  She developed & implemented programs and services that are designed to improve livelihoods and skills at work, with a focus on economic & workforce development, financial empowerment, as well as education, health and disaster relief with non-profits and multi-lateral partners.

Jean is widely recognised for convening partnerships across the private, public and social sectors to deploy capital with financial discipline in ways that deliver meaningful, long-term social impact.

Jean is also currently serving as Trustee, holding Board Governor and Executive Advisor positions for several leading global organisations, including Audacy, Bai Xian Asia Institute, Global Philanthropy, Global Wellness Institute and McCain Institute Global Leaders, bringing strategic insight and international perspective to each.

She is fluent in English, Cantonese, Shanghainese and Mandarin