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 between private and public sectors and his vision for the future of the energy industry. Roger Marte...
Dec 16, 2024•16 min•Season 2Ep. 47
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 impact of electrification and decarbonization on global economies, including Taiwan, and shares his insigh...
Dec 12, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 46
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 education, her approach to work-life balance as a mother of two, and her passion for building a cult...
Nov 15, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 45
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 collaborations. Fran’s insights highlight the future of healthcare in Taiwan and the role Novartis plays in s...
Nov 01, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 44
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 unique entrepreneurial landscape and the growing opportunities for foreign professionals and startup...
Oct 18, 2024•16 min•Season 2Ep. 43
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 to helping Gold Card holders and other visa holders integrate and settle in, making it easier for ne...
Oct 08, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 42
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 microaggressions. This is part two of a two-part conversation. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the American C...
Sep 19, 2024•18 min•Season 2Ep. 41
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 her team. This is part one of a two-part conversation. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the Ame...
Sep 13, 2024•23 min•Season 2Ep. 40
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 American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會), Taiwan’s leading business advocacy organization, i...
Aug 21, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 39
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 is part one of a two-part conversation. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the American Chamber o...
Aug 14, 2024•24 min•Season 2Ep. 38
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 two of a two-part conversation. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the American Chamber of Commer...
Aug 01, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 37
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 customer and employee-centric model. This is part one of a two-part conversation. The Executive Swee...
Jul 09, 2024•20 min•Season 2Ep. 36
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 partners through food. The Executive Sweet is a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (...
Jun 13, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 35
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 Gold Card - the first of which was issued to Steve in 2018, and the difference raising children in T...
May 23, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 34
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 world of NFT and cat videos, and how he’s building community in Taipei - where he’s lived since 2019 - ...
May 06, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 33
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 automotive industry, and what he thinks it takes to succeed in the industry. This is part two of a two-part c...
Apr 23, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 32
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 now Taiwan, how the automotive industry is embracing electrification and digitalization, and why ca...
Apr 10, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 31
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 different cultures and languages at a young age, and why passion is a prerequisite to working in the ...
Mar 25, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 30
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 the 2023 Taipei Aerospace Defense Technology Exhibition. He recommends keeping up with the industry th...
Mar 11, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 29
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 Executive Sweet is a podcast from the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (台灣美國商會), Taiwan’s leading bu...
Feb 23, 2024•15 min•Season 2Ep. 28
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 is responding to the rise of AI and the effects of climate change. This is part one of a two-part c...
Feb 15, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 27
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 people. You need to be confident, outgoing, and be constantly expanding your network. In part one, Clai...
Jan 24, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 26
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 career goals? To answer these questions, the Executive Sweet spoke to Claire Chiang on staying ahead of ...
Jan 11, 2024•14 min•Season 2Ep. 25
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 in Taiwan (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s leading business advocacy organization, improving the business envir...
Dec 21, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 24
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 about a surprising new hobby. Read an abridged version of the interview here. Executive Sweet is a month...
Dec 12, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 23
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 (台灣美國商會) is Taiwan’s leading business advocacy organization, improving the business environment in Ta...
Nov 20, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 22
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 double-edged sword. Read an abridged version of the interview here. Executive Sweet is a monthly podca...
Nov 01, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 21
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) is Taiwan’s leading business advocacy organization, improving the business environment in Taiwan for comp...
Oct 20, 2023•8 min•Season 1Ep. 20
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 she admires companies that have a history of family ownership. Read an abridged version of the interv...
Oct 01, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 19
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 leading business advocacy organization, improving the business environment in Taiwan for companies that want t...
Sep 14, 2023•10 min•Season 1Ep. 18
