• HazHar Jaff, CFO, Aziz Group

    HazHar Jaff, CFO, Aziz Group

  • In the intricate ecosystem of modern business, the role of a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) stands as a linchpin, orchestrating financial strategies that navigate the complexities of markets, regulations, and internal operations. As the steward of fiscal health, the CFO's responsibilities extend far beyond number-crunching; they are tasked with shaping the financial destiny of the organization, charting paths to profitability, and fortifying resilience against economic headwinds. With a blend of analytical acumen, strategic foresight, and leadership prowess, the CFO emerges as a vital architect of sustainable growth and prosperity.

  • Hazhar Jaff: A CFO Extraordinaire, Navigating Financial Frontiers with Industry Expertise

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  • Top 10 CXOs In Asia - 2024

    Asian business environment is in the process of change due to technological advancement, shifting economic structure and fluctuating pattern of international business. With the region turning into an important economic hub, companies in all industries are paying more attention to the digital transformation, green and innovative development to adapt to the new competitive environment. This evolution is bringing new opportunities and issues and requires proactive management.

    The changing environment is therefore another factor that CXOs need to address in the region. It is due to this that they are able to put into practice the best of the traditional management practices as well as the modern management practices that will help their organizations go through this phase of transition. They are already at the forefront of implementing new technologies in business such as artificial intelligence, big data and the blockchain which are critical in enhancing efficiency and innovation. Furthermore, these leaders are growing more conscious of sustainability as a key to long-run performance and are getting committed to the environmental and social issues.

    The cultural and economic environment of the region also puts pressure on the CXOs to be aware of the local markets and at the same time have a global vision. Their challenge is to manage a company’s business within competitive and, at times, fragmented and heavily regulated markets while at the same time being required to grow their businesses to global proportions. This way, they are able to develop strategies that are pertinent to their local environment as well as competitive at the international level.

    In addition, CXOs in Asia are embracing the idea of flexibility at the organizational level, enterprise learning culture, and innovation across the company. They are also involved in talent management so that their employees have the right skills to operate in the digital environment. By doing so, these leaders are not only responding to the changes in business environment but are also leading the change that places Asia at the center of the global economy.

    CEO Insights Asia in this issue presents ‘Top 10 CXOs in Asia - 2024' who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.

Top 10 CXOs In Asia - 2024

Company Logo Company Management Company Name Company Description
Telcotech Cambodia Dylan Quah, CEO Telcotech Cambodia An accomplished industry leader with a proven track record of corporate turnaround as well as launching and managing core strategic businesses, with extensive strategic experience in overseeing the full spectrum of business portfolio management, and customer experience enhancements
Metropol Management Gocha Khudoian, Group Chief Financial Officer Metropol Management He has extensive executive experience in the construction industry and a background in corporate recovery and lending at Bank Republic, with commitment to innovation, sustainability, and strategic growth
Nova Consumer Hai Nguyen Minh, CFO Nova Consumer A visionary leader Holding robust background and experience of finance controlling, finance partnering and capital market/investor relations in FMCG, F&B retail, and agriculture industry
Aziz Group HazHar Jaff, CFO Aziz Group A beacon of financial stewardship and architect of sustainable success, pearheading strategic initiatives, and instilling a culture of financial prudence to propel organizational growth and triumph
Hard Discount Vietnam Hieu Tuan Ne, CFO Hard Discount Vietnam Brings extensive financial expertise cultivated through roles at Ernst & Young and leading retail groups, excels in strategic financial management, driving growth in competitive market
Hong Kong Life Jonathan Ko, CMO Hong Kong Life Brings over two decades of expertise in financial and insurance industry, champions digital transformation and customer-centric strategies to elevate, steering innovation, fostering customer engagement, and solidifying market presence
Man Group Mitsuaki Hasegawa, Head - Compliance Asia Man Group He emphasizes ethics in compliance, advocating for global reporting lines and strategic management of compliance risks, brings over 35 years of financial industry experience in Japan, with global roles at various institutions
Halcom Vietnam Nancy Mai, Chief Financial Officer Halcom Vietnam A professional leader with more than two decades of experience, skilled in Mergers & Acquisitions , Manufacturing & Initial Public Offerings, more
Taya Canvas Nova Abbott, Head - Marketing Taya Canvas An accomplished Sales & Marketing professional with around two decades of extensive experience in the industry, using her extensive industry experience and innovative marketing strategies to help the firm become a leading force
Lifull Home’s Shin Okubo, Chief Product Officer Lifull Home’s Boasting a professional background encompassing publishing, engineering, and consulting, spearheaded numerous projects, notably driving new service development initiatives in Japan and overseeing international operations in Spain

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