Joanna Yao is the first woman to assume the APAC RCO leadership role at Dentsply Sirona, highlighting the company's dedication to diverse leadership. With over 25 years of experience in management consulting and general management, she has a proven history of driving growth, innovation, and cultural transformation within the Asia Pacific healthcare sector. Before joining Dentsply Sirona, Joanna held senior roles at Baxter Healthcare Corporation, most recently as Vice President for Asia, overseeing Greater China, Korea, India, and Southeast Asia. Her vast experience and deep knowledge of the healthcare market position her perfectly for this role.
“We are thrilled to welcome Joanna to our Management Team”, said Simon Campion, president, and CEO of Dentsply Sirona. “Her wealth of experience, strategic vision, and understanding of the healthcare landscape in Asia Pacific will be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our presence in the region. Joanna’s commitment to innovation, meeting the specific needs of customers, and people-driven leadership perfectly align with our values. I look forward to working with her to drive growth in APAC, helping more dental professionals to advance with confidence through innovative solutions and high-quality clinical education”.
Joanna’s experience living and working in cities such as Shanghai, New York, Hong Kong, Taipei, and Singapore has equipped her with a rich cultural understanding that will benefit Dentsply Sirona’s global operations. Her leadership style focuses on nurturing growth and creating collaborative teams that thrive on collective learning, drawing from diverse perspectives and experiences.
“I am honored to join Dentsply Sirona, a company with over a hundred years of history, recognized for its pioneering innovations in the field of dentistry,” said Joanna. “People and culture are at the heart of any successful organization. I look forward to continuing to develop the strong team we have across the region and building a high-performance culture based on collaboration and learning from each other’s experiences to lead in the marketplace”.
Joanna’s appointment signifies a key milestone in Dentsply Sirona’s efforts to expand its presence in the Asia Pacific region, utilizing her expertise to enhance relationships and drive new growth opportunities throughout the area.