What role has mentorship played in your career?
The mentorship I have received, particularly from Gregory Dergadin, Paul Nguyen and Chau Nguyen, remains deeply ingrained in my leadership style. By teaching me how to manage complexity through a strategic lens and provide my team with precise direction, they fundamentally reshaped my business philosophy. It was their confidence in my capabilities that emboldened me to embrace new market challenges and transition into the Business Development field.
What's the best career decision you've ever made?
Deciding to join Avery Dennison stands as the premier choice of my professional life. My experience within the company has been remarkably vibrant, and I appreciate the immense development it has fostered. I have gained insightful lessons from everyone I have encountered, which continuously fuels my daily professional advancement.
As you think about the next steps in your career, what are the most important actions you plan to take?
My future objectives center on two key areas: capability building and market penetration. I am proactively working to enhance my strategic planning expertise while gaining a more profound grasp of our emerging local business sectors. My goal is to ensure that my move into Business Development represents a substantial boost in the value I contribute to Avery Dennison, far exceeding a simple change in job title.
What do you enjoy most about the work you do?
The core of my passion lies at the crossroads of strategy and people. I find great fulfillment in crafting high-level strategic pathways and mentoring my team to achieve unified alignment. My daily motivation is fueled by witnessing my team's professional growth as we collectively reach our expansion targets.