Executive Interviews
In the bag: Frank Ma
By Ashton KoblerPresident of Samsonite China Frank Ma handles business travel with care and preparation.
Care about your work and care about your customers: Mauro Perazzi
By The CEO MagazineHaving learned about customer service from working with his late father, owner of Armi Perazzi S.p.A. Mauro Perazzi says the high standards he sets for his products must also be reflected in his service.
Taking control of your investments: Chris Andrews
By Sharon MasigeThese days, more Australians are taking an active role in managing their own assets, as La Trobe Financial’s CIO, Chris Andrews, explains.
Don’t stop working on yourself and on your people: Mirko Lehmann
By Sharon MasigeAfter studying physics, Innovative sensor technology IST AG CEO Mirko Lehmann found his calling in the world of sensors.
A future shaped and shared: Leif Gustafsson
By Wendy KayCEO Leif Gustafsson has spent the past three years learning to share. It’s a strategy that has paid off for the head of Cramo as the business of sharing reaps rewards.
Modern timekeeper: Julian Tornare
CEOBy Emma WheatonZenith CEO Julien Tornare on authenticity, history and how he plans to leave his mark on the luxury brand with a 153-year heritage.
Social constructs: Jad Karam
UAE CEOBy Kathy SkantzosCEO of Sarooj Construction Jad Karam remembers growing up during the Renaissance in Oman – the life experience that inspired him to pursue a career in construction. But it isn’t all about buildings; he puts people at the heart of the business, and is not afraid of failure, either.
Luxury afloat: Iskandar Safa
Co-Founder, CEO and ChairBy Sharon MasigeThe Privinvest Group is renowned for building some of the world’s most impressive superyachts and top-grade naval vessels. At its helm is Co-Founder, CEO and Chair Iskandar Safa, who sees an efficient shipbuilding industry now more than ever.
Adventures in the sky: Ian Moore
CCOBy Jordan MurrayWorking in the private aviation industry, VistaJet CCO Ian Moore says success has come through being client focused and thriving off challenges.
Sailor’s delight: Hervé Gastinel
CEOBy Emma WheatonGroupe Beneteau CEO Hervé Gastinel shares the two directions in which he is steering the luxury boating group.
A legacy of success: Walter Wattenbergh
Group CEOBy Kathy SkantzosWalter Wattenbergh, Group CEO of LBC Tank Terminals, built his own company more than three decades ago and is continuing to grow a successful legacy in logistics solutions today.