Case in Point: How LAZADA remains Stronger Together in times of crisis
When Lazada recognised the severity of the covid-19 pandemic, the company introduced an initiative to better care for employees and frontliners and show gratitude for selflessly persevering in their work as e-commerce peaked during the crisis. LazadaCARES is effective across all Lazada locations. The initiative not only sponsors vaccinations for company employees, but also for […]
Case in Point: How Kredivo fosters trust and belonging in the workplace
When Kredivo Group decided to level up their workplace culture and environment, the company launched #Ngajak, an initiative that encourages like-minded employees to form interest groups and even provides funding thereof for activities and employee-led initiatives. #Ngajak from the Indonesian word for “invite,” essentially drawing employees (referred to as KrediKrew) to share and express their […]
Case in Point: How DXC Technology retains top talent with safe communication channels
When DXC Technology noticed the importance of steady communication channels in retaining top talent, the company came up with the SpeakUp! program, which provides various platforms for employees to ask questions or raise concerns to HR. SpeakUp! provides for well-defined processes allowing employees to declare and consult any issues, such as conflicts of interest or […]
Singapore’s YouTrip to expand into more Southeast Asian markets
YouTrip, a Singapore-based digital payments service provider, plans to expand into more Southeast Asian markets, starting with Malaysia in a few months. The company has raised $50 million in funding and plans to “accelerate” its expansion into Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. YouTrip’s digital wallet allows individuals and businesses to top up their balance and […]
Moving On Up: New HR leaders at MUFG Bank, NetExpat and more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Paul Simons Chief Human Resources Officer for Asia Pacific MUFG Bank Singapore Paul Simons is the new Chief Human Resources Officer for Asia Pacific at MUFG Bank. He is based in Singapore and has over 30 years of […]
Moving On Up: New HR leaders at Elev8 Group, The Ascott Limited and more
Here’s what’s new, and who’s changing roles and stepping up across the HR community in Southeast Asia. Marvin Zoilo Chief Talent Officer Elev8 Group Zoilo is a certified HR professional with almost two decades of experience in HR and OD services. He worked for top multinational companies. He is a founder of ASEAN HR […]
Vietnam faces semiconductor talent shortage
Vietnam is facing a shortage of semiconductor talent, as the country’s booming semiconductor industry struggles to meet the growing demand for skilled workers. Minister of Information and Communications Nguyen Manh Hung said that Vietnam needs 5,000-10,000 engineers a year for the semiconductor industry, but only 20 percent of demand can be met. The US government […]
Vietnam job market sees unprecedented shift
Vietnam’s job market is undergoing a significant transformation, with 35% of Vietnamese workers currently seeking a new job and a further 21% planning to start a job hunt in the next six months. This unprecedented trend is being driven by a number of factors, including the rising cost of living, the increasing demand for skilled […]
HR Champions: Giving back to coffee farmers with Le Hoang Diep Thao
Title: CEO, King Coffee Office headquarters: Vietnam Company operations: Vietnam, Thailand, South Korea, Pakistan, China, UK, and USA Industry: Food & Beverage Employees: 1,001-5,000 The King Coffee magnate has built a company and global partnerships by creating trust and value for her suppliers, franchisees, and partners. “That is the root of what we do. If […]
Mental health risk rises among employees in Asia
A study has found that a majority of employees in Asia are at risk of developing mental health illnesses, with stress, anxiety, and burnout identified as key drivers of reduced productivity. The Aon TELUS Health Asia Mental Health Index report surveyed 13,000 employees in 12 countries across Asia including Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand […]
