Executive Sweet

U.S. lawmakers introduce Taiwan bills. China extends Taiwan trade probe. Taiwan hosts East Asia’s largest pride march. Taiwan ranked fifth globally for wealth. And more! Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (...

Debra Bell champions creativity and innovation at memory chip leader Micron, managing a team of diverse, motivated individuals across the United States and the Asia Pacific region. In this interview, Debra shares how gentle encouragement from a colleague has led to her filing over 90 U.S. patents, what technological advancements she is most excited about, and why being “the only” is sometimes a do...

U.S. Senate committee passes Taiwan tax bill. Virginia opens Taiwan trade office. Terry Gou announces running mate. TSMC progresses on renewables. And more.  Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會...

Allison Fry has worked at outdoor apparel brand Columbia Sportswear for nearly two decades, handling supplier relationships, overseeing business strategy and building high-performing teams.  In this interview, Allison shares how her background in ballet has proved useful in managing the manufacturing process, how stepping outside of your comfort zone is a precondition to self-development, and why...

China bans Taiwan mango. Terry Gou announces presidential campaign. Calls for road safety reform grow. TSMC approves Germany fab. And more. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s lead...

Jon McMillan has worked for over two decades in the healthcare industry in the U.S. and in Asia Pacific. He is now the North Asia General Manager for women’s health company Hologic. In this interview, Jon shares how he works with stakeholders across the region to improve health outcomes; how passion and curiosity is necessary in any field - not just healthcare; and how the pandemic changed his pri...

Vice President Lai to Make Transit Stop in U.S. Taiwan to Open Mumbai Office Gender Equality Reforms Planned Taiwan’s China Exposure Down  These are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s lead...

Patrick Lin has worked for over two decades in the United States and Asia and is the new President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. In this interview, Patrick shares his ‘servant leadership’ approach to management, his experience working as a Presidential Innovation Fellow at the White House and NASA, and his plans for the future of AmCham, as well as how he broke two ribs skiing in...

US Bills on Taiwan Progress Taiwan-Europe Ties Deepen Banksy Show Comes to Taipei Summer Festival Kicks Off This is a special travel and culture edition of Taiwan Briefs, featuring the biggest news stories this month from AmCham Taiwan but with a travel and culture twist. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Ch...

Steven Pan, chairman of the Regent Hotels Group and the Silks Hotel Group, is a veteran in the hotel industry, managing the Regent Taipei and other luxury hotels since 1992. In this interview, Steven shares his hands-on yet strategic approach to management, how Taiwan’s tourism sector fared during the pandemic, the importance of sustainability and why he challenges himself from learning Muay Thai...

Progress on US-Taiwan Trade Initiative; Taiwan Gains Support from US Lawmakers; Digital Visa Launched; Taiwan’s Third Wind Farm Inaugurated.  This is a special White Paper edition of Taiwan Briefs, featuring the biggest news stories this month from AmCham Taiwan. Download the 2023 Taiwan White Paper here: https://amcham.com.tw/advocacy/white-paper/   Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Busi...

John Deng is Taiwan’s top trade negotiator, having brokered Taiwan’s accession to the WTO in 2002 and recently presided over the historic signing of the US-Taiwan Initiative on 21st Century Trade. But what makes a successful negotiator? How can government and business work together more effectively? And what treats should you bring to the table to sweeten the deal? Find out in this online exclusiv...

U.S to Ramp Up Taiwan Arms Sales; New Agency to Collect Carbon Taxes in 2024; Taiwan Wins WTO Dispute with India; Tigerair to List on Taiwan Exchange. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Ta...

ST Liew is Vice President of Qualcomm Technologies and President of Qualcomm Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand. Welcome to the fifth interview of Executive Sweet, a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan). In this interview, ST shares tips on adapting management styles to different regions and cultures, making tough decisions and learning when to giv...

President Tsai Visits U.S.; Honduras Cuts Taiwan Ties; Ma Ying-jeou Visits China; Airlines Expand Taiwan Services. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s leading business advocacy org...

Abby Hsieh is Managing Director of the Ogilvy Group Taiwan. Today, she talks to us about brand strategy, how managers must learn from younger team members, and why it’s important to set boundaries separating work and family time.  Welcome to the fourth interview of Executive Sweet, a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan). In this interview, Abby shares her experie...

U.S. and Taiwan Hold Security Talks; Taiwan Responds to Türkiye Earthquake; New Smoking Rules Ban Vaping; DBS to Become Biggest Foreign Bank. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s le...

Erik Ramp, Senior Director and General Manager of Edwards Lifesciences Taiwan, leverages his diverse professional experience to accelerate patient access to innovative new technologies. Find out how he nurtures and retains talent and what advice he gives people wanting a successful career in the healthcare industry.  Welcome to the third interview of Executive Sweet, a podcast from the American Ch...

Taiwan Economy in Contraction; U.S.-Taiwan Trade Talks Continue; New Cabinet Sworn In; Japan Becomes Biggest Taiwanese Fruit Importer. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s leading b...

Honoré Tchoukuegno is Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of Mercedes-Benz Taiwan. In his more than 25 years at Mercedes, Honoré has worked on the German car manufacturer’s strategic development, business performance, operational excellence, and digital transformation.  Welcome to the second episode of Executive Sweet, a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan...

U.S. and France Reaffirm Commitment to Taiwan; China Bans Taiwanese Food and Alcohol Exports. TSMC boosts investments to the U.S.; Offshore Wind Enters New Stage in Taiwan. Here are your top business news stories for the month from AmCham Taiwan. Taiwan Briefs are also available in Taiwan Business TOPICS magazine and online at http://topics.amcham.com.tw . The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwa...

Sandra Oudkirk is the Director of the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT), the United States’ representative office in Taipei. Oudkirk is a seasoned diplomat who has served in Turkey, China, Jamaica, and Ireland, and is the first woman to serve as AIT Director. Welcome to the first episode of Executive Sweet, a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan). In this intervi...

What does it take to lead an international organization to success? To find the answer to that question, we invite prominent leaders of Taiwan’s business community to share sweet insights into the C-suite - leadership, management, and dessert choices.  Executive Sweet is a monthly podcast from AmCham, the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. Subscribe and learn how to advance your career! In be...