SINGAPORE – SPH Media chief executive Chan Yeng Kit takes on the role of executive chairman from Oct 1, assuming an expanded leadership role that incorporates his current responsibilities.Chan, 61, is succeeding Khaw Boon Wan, who is retiring after five years as chairman of both SPH Media Trust (SMT) and SPH Media Holdings (SPHMH), the company said in a statement on Oct 1, in which it announced key leadership and board changes that take effect that day. Current SPH Media deputy CEO Kuek Yu Chuang will move up to managing director. The 47-year-old will drive day-to-day operations and oversee the whole…