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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.
Company Logo | Company Management | Company Name | Company Description |
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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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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 | |
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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