

Western Union Welcomes Vince Tallent as SVP & Head of Asia‑Pacific
Western Union announced Vince Tallent (Dr. Vince Tallent BA(Hons), FCMA, CGMA, MBA) as the Senior Vice President and Head of Asia-Pacific. This strategic move by the company to boost growth across digital, retail, and broader financial ecosystems.
Tallent has nearly three decades of experience in the financial sector and has worked with companies like tiqmo, SC-Nex PTE Ltd, Baobab Group, SBI Ven Capital Pte Ltd, Fastacash Pte. Ltd, and more. He has cross-border expertise and has managed the Middle East and North America region.
With deep expertise in fintech and TMT industries, Tallent’s focus will be on expanding the market presence in the APAC region.
“His proven track record in driving operational excellence and business growth will help us tap into the region’s dynamic market potential, expand our offerings, and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.” Giovanni Angelini, the President of Western Union for EMEA and Asia-Pacific, highlighted Tallent’s appointment.
Tallent expressed enthusiasm for his new appointment, saying, “This is an exciting opportunity to build on Western Union’s growth momentum in the region by delivering customer-centric, innovative solutions that empower individuals as they send and receive money, ultimately making financial services accessible for all.”
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