In this issue

Inside the December issue of The CEO Magazine Asia, learn how audacious maverick Bernard Arnault earned the moniker ‘the wolf in cashmere’ and rose to the pinnacle of global powerhouse LVMH. We also find out why adopting a ‘wartime’ mentality is the way to get through COVID-19 and meet the group of change-makers who are striving to make the world a better place. Plus, we take a look at Chanel’s new must-have handbag collection, 15 luxury watches for work or play and how you can rent a private island in the Maldives for the ultimate escape.

Reshaping The Landscape

Indo-China capital ceo peter ryder has spent the past two decades reshaping Vietnam’s landscape, developing stunning resorts and landmarks. Now he’s launching a boutique hotel chain aimed at Vietnam’s young and domestic market.

9 mins

Waking Sleeping Beauty

Elaine Too, managing director of Shiseido Malaysia, has shattered the glass ceiling and brought this Japanese beauty brand back to life.

4 mins

Walking In The Family's Footsteps

The founder and CEO of luxury footwear brand Stella Luna, Stephen Chi, believes he wouldn’t be where he is today without formative years spent travelling and learning from the best in the biz – his family.

5 mins

Meet The Global Brains Shaking Things Up

In forming impact, Fiona Macintyre has found her tribe of like-minded global citizens who aren’t afraid to break the rules in their quest to change the world, together.

5 mins

Just For Laughs

Sreetheran Karunanithy laughs a lot. Even when he’s thrown a catastrophic curve ball and there’s seemingly little to be amused about, the Sun World executive can still muster up a chuckle to lift the spirits of everyone surrounding him. And a smile or two is exactly what was needed during 2020 as COVID-19 forced Vietnam’s largest theme park, the Sun World Halong Complex, into closure or restricted hours.

5 mins

Community Spirit

Vanessa Cheung’s grandfather founded Nan Fung Group in 1954 as a specialist Cotton Yarn production company. Now, more than 65 years later, the business is one of Hong Kong’s leading property developers and, as managing director, Vanessa is leading the charge.

4 mins

Lighting The Way

Perseverance, positivity and an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing has helped CEO Fazil Alfitri turn the maxpower group around, as it brings power to those who need it most.

7 mins

Food For Survival

Vinh Dao learned resilience when stranded in russia after the collapse of the soviet union. The CEO of Golden Gates trade and service used that strength to ensure his hundreds of restaurants survived during the pandemic and his plans to expand were kept on track.

5 mins

Generations Of Leather

Yamani United Group CEO Phil Chang was raised on the smell of leather from his family’s factory. Now it’s the buzz of technology motivating him to ensure the quality of leather goods flowing off the production lines.

6 mins

NR Instant Produce Is Virtually Pandemic Proof

By placing the health of the planet at the forefront of its agenda, CEO Dan Pathomvanich says NR Instant Produce is virtually pandemic proof and well-positioned for growth.

5 mins

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