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BIZ GUEST

CELEBR ATING 120 YEARS IN VIETNAM
ON CAREERS

& LEADERSHIP

The following are quotes from Executive Committee Why did you choose
(EXCO) members at Standard Chartered Vietnam in to work for Standard
response to these two questions: Chartered Vietnam? What are your views
on leadership?

PHOTO: STANDARD CHARTERED VIETNAM

Mr. Nguyen Hong Nang possible by the people and the culture in the also about making decisions, some of which are
difficult, but in all scenarios remaining honest
Head of Legal organization. Over the years, I have worked and
continue to work with colleagues who really and transparent is key. Humility and authenticity
care, colleagues / leaders who have taken a are core to leadership.
Standard Chartered is a very dynamic bank with a chance on me and given me the opportunity to
focus and a clear plan to grow in Vietnam; one of learn and grow, colleagues who have become
the key markets in Asia. The range of opportunities close and personal friends, and colleagues who
makes the bank very attractive. I am happy to join are human. This has been consistent over the
the bank on this exciting journey, to grow with years, across the different markets I have Mr. Ashish Jain
Vietnam and with our clients. worked in. Standard Chartered Vietnam is a Chief Finance Officer
Leadership for me has a great deal to do with great example of this - we encourage our people
human beings and human relationships. We need to bring their authentic best-selves to the My stint of more than 25 years with Standard
to take care of our people and take a great workplace, to express themselves freely. We Chartered has been nothing short of fulfilling. The
interest in their development. You should do all encourage, live, and celebrate diversity, equity, umpteen opportunities to work in di!erent markets
your work with care and create a psychological and inclusion, and we promote psychological with talented people from diverse backgrounds
environment where everyone feels safe to o!er a safety. I am super proud of this and want to and culture has been an extremely enriching
di!erent opinion or work di!erently. The job of a continue being a part of this great organization. experience. I am fortunate to head the finance
leader is to keep everyone motivated about what Leadership starts with being yourself and function, as it leverages my prior experience and
we do. Success will follow.
letting your personal values drive your behavior. infuses it with new challenges. It is a privilege to be
I think this helps one to better connect with a part of the Vietnam team, which is a growth
others in an honest and transparent way, which market for the bank. Its people agenda and a real
in turn builds trust and togetherness. This is desire and passion to move big rocks collectively
important in building a relationship that helps are inspirational. I am confident that, along with my
Mr. Sylvester Kinuthia the team / organization thrive. One cannot determined peers and committed team, I will
Head of Transaction Banking
succeed without the other; the relationship is continue to drive our strategic agenda forward.
interdependent. That is why I think a leader Leadership is about directing and motivating
The bank is a home away from home. I am should be willing and humble to serve others, teams to achieve a collective vision. It is about
celebrating 21 years with Standard Chartered because leadership is about knowing when to building mutual trust, and aligning a collective
this year, and as I reflect upon what has been an lead and when to serve. This interchange is direction and e!ort to execute the strategic
amazing career journey, I know it has been made critical to successful leadership. Leadership is agenda of the organization.

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