Manage HR Magazine: Awards Ranking
Manage HR Magazine is excited to launch its Top 10 HR Leaders in APAC - 2025 awards, celebrating leaders who excel in technical know-how, pioneering achievements, and unwavering commitment to innovation. Nominees will be chosen for their exemplary leadership and resilience in overcoming challenges.
Top 10 HR Leaders in APAC - 2025
Rowena Subido
First Senior Vice President & Group Head, Human Resources, RCBC
Rowena Subido brings over 37 years of HR experience to her role as First Senior Vice President and Group Head of Human Resources at RCBC, a position she has held since 2012. She also chairs the Yuchengco Group of Companies HR Council, driving talent governance across the conglomerate.
Akiko Marusawa
Director of Human Resources, ABeam Consulting
With 25 years of experience in global HR leadership, Akiko Marusawa, the Director of Human Resources at ABeam Consulting, has redefined HR as a strategic discipline that shapes talent, strengthens culture, and guides organizations toward sustained performance.
Adhitiya Wibawa
The chief human resources officer (CHRO), HW Group
When one thinks of Holywings Group, the first images that come to mind are the pulsing nightlife, the clink of cocktail glasses, and crowds swaying to live music. Most don’t see the machine behind the curtain—more than 4,000 employees across over 50 outlets, 20 brands, and two countries, running on the backbone of careful planning, discipline, and a relentless focus on people. At the center of that machine stands Adhitiya W. Wibawa, the chief human resources officer (CHRO).
Hark Sun
Hark Sun, MBA, Licensed Pharmacist, Certified Sr. HRM Professional, Vice President and Head of Human Resources, Innocare Pharma
Hark Sun, Vice President and Head of Human Resources at InnoCare Pharma, brings over 25 years of experience across drug development, commercial operations and human resources. As a licensed pharmacist in China, he started his industry career in a top MNC, excelling in sales and regional sales management before moving into the leadership role of sales & marketing and leadership training. After that, he has successfully acted as Head of HR in three different types of medium-sized and big pharmaceutical corporations for the past 15 years. At InnoCare Pharma, he drives global HR strategy to fuel innovation in cancer and autoimmune therapies.
Allison Wang
Head of Human Resources and Administration, Taiwan and Japan - SHOPLINE
Strategic HR leader with comprehensive, end-to-end expertise across all HR functions, with a strong focus on cross-border projects and long-term cultural transformation initiatives that elevate organizational performance. Adept at aligning HR policies with business objectives, fostering multicultural collaboration, and translating strategies into scalable, actionable programs. Demonstrated success in leading change management, driving sustainable growth, and enhancing employee engagement across both large corporations and dynamic start-up environments. Recognized for delivering innovative, structured, and results-oriented HR solutions that strengthen organizational resilience and business outcomes.
Brad McLean
Head of Human Resources, BlueScope
Brad C. McLean is a multi-award-winning HR leader and lawyer with over 15 years of experience enhancing business and people capabilities at an ASX 100 company and top-tier employment law firms. He currently leads a global HR team of 500+, championing innovation in employee experience, organizational culture and digital transformation.
Dean Tong
Managing Director, Head of Group HR, UOB
Dean Tong champions initiatives like ‘The UOB Way’ and ‘Better U’ to empower employees and drive cultural transformation. With over 20 years at Boston Consulting Group, he brings deep expertise in talent, leadership and organizational change across global markets.
Hwee Boon Lee
Head of Group Human Resources ,OCBC
Ms Lee Hwee Boon is head of group human resources at OCBC. She oversees human capital management, training and development. With a background in strategy, risk and commercial banking, she holds a Bachelor of Business (Honours) from Nanyang Technological University Singapore. She is a Fellow of the Institute of Banking and Finance.
Maria Stamoulis
Director, Human Resources, Scentre Group
With over a decade at Scentre Group, Maria Stamoulis has advanced from National Talent Manager to Director of Human Resources. Since April 2022, she has led HR strategy across Australia and New Zealand, drawing on prior leadership roles including Head of HR Operations and General Manager.
Nicola Wood
Managing Director - Global Head of HR, Standard Chartered
Nicola Wood is the Global Head of HR for Corporate and Investment Banking at Standard Chartered. Since joining in 2010, she has advanced through business and functional roles, championing inclusive cultures, digital transformation and intentional leadership to drive sustainable growth and elevate the colleague experience across international markets.
