Executive Sweet

Roger Martella shares how his experiences, including serving as General Counsel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, have shaped his empathetic approach to sustainability leadership. He offers invaluable advice for young professionals looking to enter ESG and sustainability roles, highlighting the importance of combining passion with expertise. Roger also reflects on evolving relationship...

As Chief Sustainability Officer at GE Vernova, Roger Martella discusses the company’s mission to electrify and decarbonize the planet. Following its recent spin off, GE Vernova is tackling global challenges with cutting-edge technologies, from renewable energy to carbon capture. Martella is also Head of Engagement, Government Affairs and Policy at GE Vernova. Today, Martella reflects on the...

Fran Milnes, President of Novartis Taiwan, brings global insight into healthcare leadership, equity, and patient-centered innovation. In this episode, Fran reflects on how her diverse experiences, from teaching at a school for the blind in Mumbai to leading transformation projects worldwide, have shaped her leadership values and commitment to accessible healthcare. She discusses the impact of her...

Fran Milnes is the President of Novartis Taiwan, the largest international pharmaceutical company in Taiwan. She's had a career spanning over a decade, from global market access to healthcare innovation Fran discusses the evolving landscape of Taiwan’s healthcare industry, the pressure and potential of advanced treatment innovations, and the importance of fostering trust through industry collabora...

Jonathan Liao is the Managing Director of the International Talent Taiwan Office and the Taiwan Employment Gold Card Office, a national-level service center initiated by the National Development Council to recruit and retain foreign talent in Taiwan. In this episode, Jonathan reflects on how his multicultural experiences have shaped his career and leadership style, offering insights into Taiwan's...

Jonathan Liao is the Managing Director of the International Talent Taiwan Office and the Taiwan Employment Gold Card Office, a national-level service center initiated by the National Development Council to recruit and retain foreign talent in Taiwan.  Jonathan talks about the evolution of Taiwan's Employment Gold Card program since 2020. He shares how it has grown from supporting visa applications...

Ann-Marie is the Regional President for East Asia and Pacific Region at the Bechtel Group. She brings extensive background in business development and government affairs within the international community. She shares insights from her experiences living and working abroad, She also offers career advice for minorities and discusses strategies for overcoming challenges and addressing microaggression...

Ann-Marie Padgett is the Regional President for East Asia and Pacific Region at Bechtel, an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company. In her role, she highlights the importance of advocacy and collaboration in aligning government policies with industry needs. She also shares innovative approaches and growth strategies she has developed as a leader to empower...

Daniel is the General Manager at Amgen Taiwan. He brings with him a wealth of experience that has shaped him into the leader he is today. Daniel shares insights from his experiences living and working abroad, offers advice for career advancement, and discusses his methods for overcoming challenges and obstacles. This is part two of a two-part conversation. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the...

Daniel Villegas is the General Manager at Amgen Taiwan, one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies.  In his role, Daniel discusses the importance of patient-centricity and ways for improving treatment and diagnosis for patients. He also reflects on his career experiences across continents and his leadership style, highlighting his approach to working with diverse cultures. This...

Jeff is the Vice President of Asia Pacific for Delta Air Lines. He has more than two decades experience in the aviation industry with a background in sales and customer experience. Jeff shares his experiences living and working abroad. He also gives advice to those looking to establish a career in aviation and discusses important qualities to have in order to succeed in the industry. This is part...

As VP of Asia Pacific at Delta Air Lines, Jeff leads Delta’s overall business strategy planning and execution across the APAC region. Based in Seoul, he also oversees Delta’s joint venture with Korean Air. Jeff discusses how changes in society, environment, and technology have reshaped the aviation industry, and he shares his approach as a leader and how he brings people together by cultivating a...

Joseph Wu is the longest-serving Minister of Foreign Affairs (2018-2024) since Taiwan's transition to democracy in the 1990s. Wu shares his experiences of living and working in the United States, the job of foreign minister, his innovative approach to social media, how Taiwan's diplomats work to broaden Taiwan's international space, and how the ministry shows its appreciation for like-minded partn...

Steve Chen is a serial entrepreneur and cofounder of YouTube. In this episode, Steve shares his experiences moving to Taipei after several decades in Silicon Valley, how he balances being a father with work, and what he’s doing to further develop Taipei’s startup scene. He also shares his thoughts on how Taiwan can attract and nurture more international talent through programs like the Employment...

Steve Chen is a serial entrepreneur, co-founder of YouTube, and an early employee at Silicon Valley icons like PayPal and Facebook. In 2006, Chen and co-founders Chad Hurley and Jawed Karim sold YouTube to Google for US$1.65 billion. He later started internet company AVOS Systems. In this episode, Steve shares his experience building companies from scratch in Silicon Valley, his foray into the wor...

As a truly global citizen, Rahil Ansari shares his experiences of growing up in Germany as a son of Indian immigrants, and how that experience has shaped his career. Ansari is CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Group Taiwan, but away from his day job he is a keen follower of fashion and design. Ansari shares what he and his family likes about living and working in Taiwan, how he got into the automotiv...

Rahil Ansari is CEO and Chairman of Volkswagen Group Taiwan and Managing Director of Audi Taiwan. Ansari first joined Audi in 2004, and has led projects that advanced both business objectives and societal good. Ansari is also active in the international business community, and has an eye for fashion and design. Ansari shares his experiences living and working in Germany, France, Sweden, India, and...

Scott Robers is Corporate Vice President at L3Harris. In 2022 L3Harris relocated its regional office from Singapore to Taipei where Scott is based now overseeing Taiwan and South East Asia. Scott is also co-chair of AmCham Taiwan’s Defense Committee. Scott Roberts grew up moving around the world - India, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, China, Singapore. He shares how that experience exposed him to d...

Scott Roberts is Corporate Vice President at L3Harris, an aerospace and defense company. In 2022 L3Harris relocated its regional office from Singapore to Taipei where Scott is based now, overseeing Taiwan and South East Asia. Scott reflects on the changes he’s seen in the defense industry since the 2006, and why communication and collaboration are important in his sector. L3Harris was a part of th...

Sier Han discusses what it takes to have a successful career in the financial sector, how he got his start in the industry, and what he does to relax when he’s not at work.  Sier Han Ng is General Manager and CEO of DBS Bank Taiwan - the country’s largest foreign bank. He’s had over two decades of experience in the financial services industry. This is part two of a two-part conversation.  The Exec...

Sier Han Ng is General Manager and CEO of DBS Bank Taiwan - the country’s largest foreign bank. He’s had over two decades of experience in the financial services industry. Sier Han shares stories of DBS Taiwan’s integration of Citi’s Taiwan consumer banking business back in August, 2023, digital transformation, and why innovations and sustainable practices are important, including how the industry...

Claire Chiang is an expert in the food and beverage industry. She's the former Managing Director at Moet Hennessy, and has led teams and driven growth for 3M, Chanel, and Diageo.  As a student, Claire set the goal of becoming a general manager of a multinational company. She studied in Buffalo, New York, and had an all-American experience that included joining a fraternity. F&B is all about pe...

Claire Chiang is an expert in the food and beverage industry. Claire was most recently a Managing Director at Moet Hennessy. She has led teams and driven growth in the consumer, luxury goods, and F&B industries for 3M, Chanel, and Diageo.  What does it take to get ahead in Taiwan’s competitive food and beverage industry? How important is having a mentor? And do you really need to set clear car...

Taiwan and U.K. establish trade framework. U.S. to deploy missiles in deterrence effort. Micron opens new Taichung facility. Japanese offshore wind companies may pull out. 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...

Michelle oversees Visa’s business operations, strategy development, and important partnerships with banks and financial institutions. She has decades of experience in the payment and information technology industries. In this interview, Michelle shares Visa’s leadership principles, how reverse mentoring has helped in her career, why it’s important for managers to lead by example, and tells us abou...