Executive Interviews
On the rise: Ray Manigsaca
By Shane CubisInvesting in his home city of Cebu, AppleOne Properties President and CEO Ray Manigsaca is playing a key role in the development of the city that’s attracting international visitors.
Hyper-entrepreneurial: Peter Ryder
By Oliver FeatherstonIndochina Capital CEO Peter Ryder first went to Vietnam to do business in the early 1990s and he’s stayed there ever since. Vietnam, he says, has a “hyper-entrepreneurial culture” – an exciting market for any business person.
Staying cool: Liu Shaw Jiun
By Oliver FeatherstonAir conditioning is a fact of life in Singapore, and Daikin is a market leader in the industry. Managing Director Liu Shaw Jiun is a firm believer that the strength of his team is what propels the manufacturer to success.
High five: Jim Cathey
By Chrissie McClatchie5G is coming to Asia–Pacific at a speed faster than any previous generation of mobile network and Qualcomm’s Jim Cathey doesn’t want the growth prospects it’s bringing with it to bypass the region’s business leaders.
A true alternative: Jeff Bi
By Oliver FeatherstonIt’s no simple task to launch a start-up in an industry dominated by one big player. But CEO and executive director Jeff Bi created Greatview Aseptic Packaging in 2003 and, since then, it’s made its mark with low costs and high value.
People power: Ivy Kong
Managing DirectorBy Jodie DarlingtonWSP Asia Managing Director Ivy Kong explains the importance of providing a conducive environment for developing her team.
Snapshot of success: Wang Hao
General ManagerBy Jodie DarlingtonIn the face of declining camera sales worldwide, Sigma China General Manager Wang Hao is embracing the challenge of growing his business in a tough market.
Hungry for more: Ekrem Özer
CEOBy Wendy KayEkrem Özer loves The Whopper, but as CEO of Burger King China, he admits his tastebuds have strayed towards more local burger flavours.
Redesigning Macau: Che Chan U
ChairmanBy Shane CubisSteve Che is the youngest chairman in Macau, sitting on the board of Hong Kong-listed space group.
For the love of food: Alain Decesse
CEOBy Ashton KoblerFrom catering school in Paris to CEO of Classified Group Hong Kong, Alain Decesse shares his passion for food and his journey to the top.
Women in the making: Julie Townsend
HeadmistressBy Wendy KayJulie Townsend is more than just a headmistress at Sydney’s St Catherine’s School. She’s empowering young girls to be the powerful women of tomorrow, one lesson at a time.