Richard Eu

Richard Eu Yee Ming[1] was born 1947, to a wealthy household. He lived his childhood at the now-demolished Eu Villa, "one of Singapore's largest homes", under the supervision of caretakers, as well as his parents. His father is Richard Eu Keng Mun (born 1923), grandson of businessman Eu Tong Sen, and his mother was Diana Eu.[2] The first of four children, Eu was educated for one year at Anglo-Chinese School. He then moved to England, where he attended the Canterbury-based Kent College, as well as the University of London, where he obtained a degree in law. After graduation, he returned to Singapore.[2]

Following his return to Singapore, Eu worked for a period of time under his uncle, who operated a concert business; he was part of the concert's road crew.[2] Other of Eu's former business endeavours include working in the computer industry.[3] Eu is the chief executive officer of Eu Yan Sang, a Chinese traditional healthcare firm established by his great-grandfather, Eu Kong.[4] Eu initially joined the company in 1989, as a general manager.[2] He released a studio album titled 66 in 2013.[2] In 2011, he was awarded the title of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Singapore).[5]

Eu is married to Mary (née Chow; born 1955), with whom he has four children – three sons and one daughter.[2]