Executive Sweet

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 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, improving the business environment in Taiwan for companies that want to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan 

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

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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, Claire spoke about being constructive when coaching and mentoring others. In part two, we ask Claire what it takes to have a successful career in the F&B industry.

Read an abridged version of the interview here.

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, improving the business environment in Taiwan for companies that want to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan 

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 the competition, looking after team members, and why she’s turning to coaching others in the next phase of her career.  

Read an abridged version of the interview here.

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, improving the business environment in Taiwan for companies that want to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 environment in Taiwan for companies that want to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 monthly podcast from AmCham, the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. Follow and subscribe for more insights into advancing your career.

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 to be globally competitive. Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan  

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Taiwan for companies that want to be globally competitive. Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 podcast from AmCham, the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. Follow and subscribe for more insights into advancing your career.

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 to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan  

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 companies that want to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 interview here.

Executive Sweet is a monthly podcast from AmCham, the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan. Follow and subscribe for more insights into advancing your career.

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 to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan  

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 to be globally competitive.

Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/amchamtaiwan

This podcast is made with technical support provided by Ghost Island Media.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.