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Inspirational Journeys of the Best Minds[Video] Ep. 8: Sammy Elazb, Sales Director (Southeast Asia) at Samsung Ads“Seeing my wife have three kids at work. Seeing the different challenges that she went through versus the challenges that I went through and how that impacted her career. It made me want to be the sort of leader, the sort of partner, the sort of father that tried to drive change.”
Sammy Elazab is the Sales Director for Southeast Asia at Samsung Ads. Sammy is a proponent of workplace equality and inclusivity, emphasizing allyship to create environments where every voice is valued and heard. He is also a huge advocate for maintaining balance when it comes to f...
2024-04-1620 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 8: Sammy Elazab, Sales Director (Southeast Asia) at Samsung Ads💫 IMERGEY Podcast: ‘Inspirational Journey of the Best Minds’ 💫“Seeing my wife have three kids at work. Seeing the different challenges that she went through versus the challenges that I went through and how that impacted her career. It made me want to be the sort of leader, the sort of partner, the sort of father that tried to drive change.”Sammy Elazab is the Sales Director for Southeast Asia at Samsung Ads. Sammy is a proponent of workplace equality and inclusivity, emphasizing allyship to create environments where every voice is valued and heard. He is also a huge ad...
2024-04-1520 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 7: Vanessa Sorenson - Chief Partner Officer (ANZ) and Managing Director (NZ) at Microsoft“You know, there's a saying at Microsoft, say don't be a know-it-all, be a learn-it-all and that's been me since I can remember.“Vanessa Sorensen is the Chief Partner Officer, ANZ, and Managing Director of Microsoft New Zealand. Beyond the workplace and under Vanessa's leadership, Microsoft has implemented initiatives to increase Maori and Pacific representation in the corporate sector, and her efforts have had a positive ripple effect on the wider community. She strongly believes in the importance of making technology accessible and available to all children worldwide.Listen in on this gripping episode where our...
2024-03-2723 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 6: Melissa Henson - Chief Marketing Officer, Philippines at AIA“From her (Amy Radin), I learned how to surround myself with people who are better and smarter than me. She named that as one of her leadership strategies. So I take that with me today.”Melissa Henson, the Chief Marketing Officer at AIA Philippines, has consistently driven business growth and brand recognition by introducing innovative products and embracing digitalization. She has developed disruptive campaigns that have been instrumental in overcoming the perception that insurance is expensive and a luxury.Join our host, Ria, as she uncovers the unconventional path Melissa took from her pre-med studies to a...
2024-03-1323 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 5: Sherif Tawfik - Chief Sustainability Officer MENA of Microsoft“I had a fear of heights, but I forced myself to enroll in a skydiving course. I have a fear of deep water and deep blue, and I forced myself to become an advanced PADI scuba diver. I'm dyslexic, and I have issues with reading, but I pushed myself into an executive MBA and I graduated with distinction, top 5% of my class.”Sherif Tawfik, Chief Sustainability Officer MENA at Microsoft, is an admirable champion of sustainability. He was recently presented with the “Top Corporate Sustainability Voice” award on LinkedIn and is paving the path in the corporate world wi...
2024-02-2128 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 4: Yves Briantais - Vice President Marketing of Colgate-Palmolive APAC"How many senior leaders do you know when they are in a room? They need to be the ones making the decision. Most of them."Yves Briantais, the VP of Marketing at Colgate-Palmolive is a true leader and advocate for empathy and inclusivity in the workplace. Yves joins us in person at our studio to tell us about how he got to where he is and discuss his views on leadership, inclusivity, and the recent lessons he has learned.Watch the full episode about Yves' touching stories and his leadership philosophy.What’s "In...
2024-01-3021 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 3: Imane Jamal Eddine - Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia“That’s how I grew in my leadership. Someone else took a bet on me.”Imane Jamal Eddine, Chief of Staff to the President of Microsoft Asia, joins us on the podcast to share her inspiring journey. From her dreams of joining NASA to the obstacles she faced with cultural biases and how she overcame them, Imane discusses her leadership style and the profound stories behind how she got to where she is today.Tune in to watch or hear Imane's insights on leadership, diversity, and inclusion in the tech industry.What’s "Inspirat...
2023-12-1820 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 2: Amnah Ajmal - Executive VP of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard“Don’t overanalyze, just go for it.”Amnah Ajmal is the Executive Vice President of Market Development EEMEA at Mastercard. Her accomplishments speak volumes about her expertise in the fintech industry and her dedication to her work. Starting from her aspirational dreams as a child and navigating the numerous challenges she encountered along the way, her story is one of resilience and determination.Listen to the full episode to catch Amnah Ajmal uncovering the stories, successes, challenges, and valuable lessons she has learned along the way.What’s "Inspirational Journey Of The Best Minds" A...
2023-11-2715 min
Inspirational Journeys of the Best MindsEp. 1: June Boo - Head of Asia Business at LinkedIn💫 Introducing Imergey Podcast: ‘Inspirational Journey of the Best Minds’ 💫Everyone has a story to tell. Our experiences, no matter how big or small, shape us into the people we are today and create a unique tapestry of life. Each story is a thread in this tapestry, woven together to create a vibrant and diverse world. This podcast series delves into the personal and professional lives of accomplished senior executives. Each episode features an in-depth conversation with a top executive or professional from a diverse range of experiences. Revealing their unique story and journey to success, their challenges, and the va...
2023-08-2817 min