Beyond Borders: Risk Managers Far from Home | How Curiosity and Adaptability Shaped Tyn van Amelsfoort’s Global Journey
(Credit: Tyn van Amelsfoort) With over two decades of experience spanning Europe and Asia, Tyn van Amelsfoort has built an international career in supply chain security, corporate security and business resilience. Originally from the Netherlands and now based in Hong Kong, he serves as Regional Security Director, Asia Pacific at AtkinsRéalis and a PARIMA Hong […]
From Accidental Opportunity to Purposeful Career: Jaya Viado’s Journey in Risk Management
(Credit: PARIMA) Introduction of Profile: For Jaya Viado, a career in risk management was never part of the plan. As an engineering graduate, she began her career in semiconductor manufacturing before applying for a supply chain analyst role after one and a half years. However, a HR recruiter encouraged her to consider a risk management specialist position instead […]
The Risk Exchange: David Jacob Forged by Fire, Shaped by Every Role
(Credit: David Jacob/Marsh Asia) Introduction of Profile: For David Jacob, a career spanning more than three decades with Marsh has been a journey of constant reinvention. Every chapter brought a new challenge — from starting his career in New York, to leading businesses across Asia, to navigating one of the toughest periods in Marsh’s history as CEO of Hong Kong. Today, […]
Life on the Edge: Inside the World of Risk Managers | Navigating Risk Across Borders with Mrunal Pandit
(Credit: Mrunal Pandit) Introduction of Profile: With over two decades of experience across underwriting, broking, and global insurance leadership, Mrunal Pandit brings a uniquely holistic perspective to risk, one that blends technical depth with strategic foresight. Today, as Head of Global Insurance at VFS Global, she leads efforts to map and manage risks across the organisation’s global footprint. From […]
The Risk Exchange: Sylvie Gleises on Leading with Strategy, Empathy and Ambition
(Credit: Sylvie Gleises/AXA XL) Introduction of Profile: From aspiring artist to CEO Asia at AXA XL, Sylvie Gleises’s journey into insurance is both unique and unconventional. Born and raised in France with Vietnamese heritage, her early ambitions were rooted in the creative arts — a path shaped by curiosity. Today, with over two decades of experience across AXA, she leads […]
Beyond Borders: Risk Managers Far from Home | Synthil Chetty on Building a Global Risk Perspective from South Africa to Hong Kong
(Credit: Synthil Chetty) Synthil spent most of his career in South Africa, where he built a strong foundation in risk, audit and governance across several multinational organisations. Over the years, he developed a global perspective on risk while supporting organisations with operations across multiple countries. In April 2024, Synthil took the next step in his career by moving to Hong Kong to join MTR Corporation, marking […]
Life on the Edge: Inside the World of Risk Managers | Animus Chow on Protecting the Magic in a Complex World
(Credit: Animus Chow) Introduction of Profile: Animus Chow is the Assistant Security Operations Manager at The Walt Disney Company, overseeing corporate security across Hong Kong, Taiwan and South China. With a background in criminology and intelligence, he works at the intersection of physical, cyber and geopolitical risks, safeguarding operations while navigating the complex realities of modern corporate security. Where Curiosity […]
The Risk Exchange: Jennifer Richards on Leading Through Complexity, Service and Strategy
(Credit: Jennifer Richards/Aon) Introduction of Profile: Jennifer Richards is Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Asia Pacific (APAC) and a member of the Aon Executive Committee, responsible for leading the Aon’s strategy across the region to advance the firm’s 3×3 Plan and accelerate capability and growth across Risk Capital and Human Capital. Since joining Aon in 2011, has held a range of senior leadership roles including CEO of Australia, where she drove the firm’s strategic […]
Beyond Borders: Risk Managers Far from Home | Suchitra Narayanan on Building Risk Leadership Across London, Kuala Lumpur and Singapore
(Credit: Suchitra Narayanan) From Kuala Lumpur to London and Back to Asia Born in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Suchitra Narayanan left house at the age of 18 to pursue her studies in London, a move that shaped both her career and worldview for the next two decades. Today, as Head of Risk at Revantage Asia Pacific, her career spans Kuala Lumpur, London and Singapore, bringing together […]
Life on the Edge: Inside the World of Risk Managers | How Patricia Anne Alvaran Builds Business Continuity and Protects People at Aboitiz Foods
(Credit: PARIMA) Introduction of Profile: Currently at Aboitiz Foods, Patricia Anne Alvaran plays a key role in strengthening organisation’s resilience against crisis. As a Business Continuity Management (BCM) specialist, she oversees resilience across countries in Philippines, Southeast Asia and China. Transitioning from accounting studies to cybersecurity consulting, she eventually finds her calling in risk management. […]
