Eli Lilly Taiwan’s Lauren Lazowski shares insights on leadership, healthcare innovation, and the importance of breaking stigma in chronic disease care. In this interview, she reflects on her career journey, Taiwan’s healthcare challenges, and how her team stays inspired and aligned.
Chris Cottorone, president of TriOrient Investments and co-chair of AmCham Taiwan’s Private Equity Committee, shares insights from his decades-long career in Asia, offering a seasoned perspective on Taiwan’s evolving investment landscape. In this interview, he discusses private equity trends, market dynamics, and the growing role of foreign capital.
With over three decades in banking, BNY Taiwan’s CEO credits curiosity, integrity, and visionary leadership for his career journey, from pioneering Taiwan’s first internet banking platform to leading international operations. Looking ahead, he sees digitization, data-driven decision-making, and Asia’s growing wealth as key trends shaping the future of banking.
Ray Yen, general manager of Smith & Wollensky Taiwan, combines decades of international culinary experience with innovative approaches to steakhouse dining, blending American traditions with local flavors. His journey highlights the adaptability and creativity required to thrive in Taiwan’s restaurant industry.
TOPICS Senior Editor Julia Bergström sat down with GE Vernova’s Roger Martella to discuss electrification, decarbonization, and the global energy transition, highlighting Taiwan’s role as a pragmatic leader. Drawing from his experience as former EPA General Counsel, Martella emphasized the importance of integrity, collaboration, and innovation in advancing sustainability efforts.
Fran Milnes, Country President of Novartis Taiwan, reflects on her journey in the pharmaceutical industry, emphasizing her focus on innovation, patient-centered care, and leadership adaptability. From championing preventive health campaigns to embracing cultural nuances as a leader in Taiwan, she highlights the importance of equity, mentorship, and bold aspirations for women in leadership.
Jonathan Liao, Managing Director of the Taiwan Employment Gold Card Office, shares how the program has evolved since 2020, now helping foreign talent not only with visas but also with settling in Taiwan. He reflects on his multicultural background and offers insights into Taiwan’s growing opportunities for foreign professionals and startups.
Bechtel’s Regional President for East Asia and Pacific, a Jamaican native with a BA in Political Science and Chinese and an MBA from the University of Hawaii, discussed her journey from a trade specialist in the U.S. Department of Commerce to leading Bechtel’s regional operations. She highlights her past experiences at Caterpillar, where she advocated for trade issues and engaged with governments, as crucial preparation for her current role. In a recent interview, she shared insights on leadership, the importance of mentorship, and her advice for aspiring professionals.
Amgen Taiwan’s General Manager Daniel Villegas began his career in the fast-moving consumer goods space before transitioning into biopharmaceuticals. His professional journey has spanned four continents and covered various therapeutic areas, from rare diseases to immunology. A California native, Villegas earned his BA from San Diego State University and MBA from Michigan State University. In…
As Vice President of Asia Pacific at Delta Air Lines, Jeff Moomaw has propelled the brand to greater heights through international collaboration, establishing the first Taipei-Seattle route and leading a joint venture with Korean Air. Moomaw first joined Delta in 2005 as part of its sales team, after which he served as Managing Director in…
