Five strategies to adapt HR practices for startups
In the exhilarating, high-stakes world of startups, traditional HR practices may not always cut it. The leaner, more dynamic structure of startups necessitates a unique approach, one that accommodates rapid scaling, fosters innovation, and engages a diverse, often remote workforce. Whether you’re an HR professional transitioning to the startup environment or a founder looking to […]
Boosting talent attraction and development at Marriott
The pandemic taught people and businesses resilience and agility. The hotel and tourism industry magnifies this lesson, especially across its many HR departments. Chief of Staff Asia explored these learnings in an exclusive interview with Regan Taikitsadaporn, Chief HR Officer of Marriott International (Asia-Pacific). He firmly believes that resilience and agility are the keys to […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Uncover valuable insights from esteemed HR and business leaders across Southeast Asia as they provide their expert perspectives on today’s pressing issues. “Office environment is not dead… We don’t force anyone to be in the office. It’s completely by choice, but people want to be here.” – Andrew McNeilis, Managing Director, Phaidon International in […]
Phaidon International expands Singapore office, defying remote work trend
Global recruitment agency Phaidon International has doubled its Singapore office space at 30 Raffles Space, expanding to an 11,000-square-foot office capable of accommodating 180 to 200 people. The company aims to create a conducive work environment with flexible workspaces, networking opportunities, and meeting rooms. Andrew McNeilis, Managing Director of Phaidon International in Asia Pacific, stated […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Gain insights from esteemed HR and business leaders across Southeast Asia as they share their valuable perspectives on current pressing issues. “We urge leaders to not be blindsided by the need to transform their businesses radically. Focus on prioritizing employees and provide the necessary support. With more partnerships forged between employers and employees, companies will […]
The First Word: How Singapore businesses can improve gender workplace experiences
THE FIRST WORD: When we talk about making the workplace a fair and equitable experience for all, the conversation is almost always skewed towards a gender pay gap. New data has reinforced the point that there is a significantly wider discussion at hand; pay and compensation are part of a much larger gender experience gap […]
Filippo Arnaboldi: Marketing himself to the top
Filippo Arnaboldi, global CEO of the fine linen bedding brand Frette, landed his high-end career with simple beginnings in product marketing. The Italian native started in residential and commercial properties as a real estate broker in Milan. He also did account management roles at J. Walter Thomspon in Milan, then Einson Freeman in New Jersey, […]
WHO SAYS: Quotes of the week from HR influencers and leaders
Here’s what HR and business leaders across Southeast Asia have to say on today’s pressing issues: “Encourage employees to bring their authentic selves to work, and create opportunities for individual expression and connection around issues they care about” – Derric Lee, Vice President and General Manager, Illumina Singapore Operations. Illumina Singapore was recently among the […]
Case study: How Landor & Fitch “builds to belong”
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Global brand and design consulting firm Landor & Fitch is declaring itself “all-in” on diversity and inclusion. It now boasts “Building to Belong”, an employee-driven resource group focused on inclusion issues. Janice Siu, Managing Director for Asia-Pacific business development, describes this formalised group as a “passionate network of champions of greater ethnic […]
Now in Southeast Asia: Filippo Arnaboldi on Frette’s multicultural leadership
Undaunted by the pandemic, the linen luxury industry is proving to be an enduring market segment for several key players, including European brand Frette. So Chief of Staff Asia sat down with its global CEO Filippo Arnaboldi (pictured, right) to discuss its forays into Singapore and Vietnam, the company’s employer brand, and his personal leadership […]
