Annie Lim, an HR leader and advisory board member, has announced she is stepping down from Lonza and will relocate to Taiwan for an international leadership role in a new industry.
The announcement came in a LinkedIn post following her invitation to speak at the graduation ceremony at Monash University Australia's Suzhou campus. Reflecting on the occasion, Lim, a Monash alumna, described the invitation as a "full-circle moment" and said it marked the close of one chapter before the beginning of another.
She did not disclose the name of her future employer or the industry she will be joining.
Departure marks the end of her Lonza chapter
In her post, Lim expressed gratitude to colleagues and leaders at Lonza, describing her tenure with the company as professionally and personally rewarding.
She said it had been a privilege to work alongside the company's HR leadership team and thanked colleagues for the trust, opportunities and experiences she gained during her time with the organisation.
According to her statement, she will soon relocate to Taiwan to begin an international leadership assignment in what she described as "a completely new industry".
Graduation address reflected on leadership and lifelong learning
The announcement followed Lim's commencement address at Monash University's Suzhou campus in China.
During the post, she reflected on her own academic journey at Monash University Australia, including earning a Master's in Counselling. She said her education helped shape not only her professional knowledge but also her understanding of compassion, purpose and character.
She also highlighted her personal connection with China, where she spent more than a decade living and working as an expatriate. According to Lim, the experience strengthened her resilience, humility and willingness to embrace new opportunities.
Key highlights from the announcement
- Annie Lim is leaving Lonza after serving in the company's HR leadership team.
- She will relocate to Taiwan for an international leadership role.
- The new position will be in a different industry, although no further details have been disclosed.
- She recently addressed graduates at Monash University's Suzhou campus as a Monash alumna.
- She credited her education and international career experiences with shaping her leadership approach.
Focus remains on growth through change
In her message, Lim encouraged graduates and professionals embarking on new careers to remain curious and embrace change with confidence.
She said personal and professional growth often begins outside one's comfort zone and expressed her intention to approach her next assignment with humility, active listening and a commitment to building new partnerships.
Her announcement signals another cross-border leadership transition within the HR profession, with experienced executives continuing to take on international assignments across industries.