APCC 2024 Employer Bios

Asahi Group Japan, Ltd.

HR Business Partner for Asahi Group Japan (Previously HR at LIXIL and Walmart Japan). Read Full Story

Asurion

Chief Operating Officer and General Manager, Asurion Korea. Read Full Story

Brigham Young University - School of Family Life Graduate Programs

Dr. Lauren Barnes is the Clinical Director for the Marriage & Family Therapy graduate program at BYU. She oversees clinical assignments and offsite placement of graduate students.

Dr. Erin Holmes currently serves as the Director of the School of Family Life at BYU. She studies the systemic ecological orientation to the study of families, particularly the study of fathers and mothers.

Dr. Angela Bradford is a faculty member in the Marriage & Family Therapy graduate program. She conducts couple therapy process research and studies emotional regulation and mechanisms of change. Read Full Story

BYU Marriott School

I'm a retired financial services CFO who spent a decade of his career working internationally and who is now focused on helping international students find good jobs with good companies around the world. Read Full Story

BYU McKay School of Education

I love working in higher education because I am able to help students discover their passions and assist as they navigate their way through the process of graduate study. I am committed to lifelong learning and creative thinking and share those skills with the students I help. I have been working in higher education for over 14 years and I have been at BYU for over 7 years. I love this university because it aligns with my faith and my values and I'm happy to represent the McKay School of Education programs and to also be an example of the many disciples of Christ that are here waiting for students to come and partake of the unique experience of learning in a place of faith and intellect. Read Full Story

BYU-Pathway Worldwide

Lindsey Williams is the Director of Career Development at BYU-Pathway Worldwide. She is passionate about helping students around the world find meaningful employment opportunities. By leveraging remote job connections, she strives to bridge the gap between talent and employment, ensuring that individuals from all walks of life can access meaningful career paths. Lindsey is a graduate of BYU and a native of Colorado Springs. Read Full Story

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Professor Cheung is presently Professor and Chair in the Department of Educational Administration and Director of the Centre for University and School Partnership at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He also serves as the Panel Chair for several master's degree and doctoral programs. Read Full Story

Ecoworld Pharm

President and CEO of Ecoworld Pharm. (2012~current)
VP of R&D of Eco Bio Co., Ltd.
Research Scientist of Daesang
Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from GIST (2002, South Korea)
BS in Chemistry from BYU–Hawaii (1993) Read Full Story

English Masters Programs, Brigham Young University Provo

Brian Roberts is a Professor of English at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, where he is the coordinator for the English Department's master's programs: the MA in English and the MFA in Creative Writing. Read Full Story

Ezy Service Centre Corporation

President Ezy Service Centre Corporation (2015 to present) - providing outsourcing services to corporate clients in Australia, New Zealand and United States of America. We currently provide the following services to our clients: Customer Service, Collections, Certified Financial Accountants, IT Development, IT SOC and NOC, NDIS and Family Support Services, Mortgage Broker Assistance and Virtual Assistants.

President Alliance Service Center Limited (2016 to present) - providing insourcing services to Mortgage Ezy, a privately owned Mortgage Management Company based in Queensland, Australia.

Software Development Contractor (2003 to 2015) - lead Architect and project manager for a team based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built multiple Software Applications including a Loan Management System which is still being used and supported by our clients in Australia. Read Full Story

Financial Times

Chief Production Editor and Manila Editorial Production Manager Read Full Story

Integrated Micro-electronics Inc.

Sherwin Nones is the Head of Strategy and Corporate ESG for Integrated Micro-electronics Inc., a member of the Ayala-group of companies. He graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Economics at the University of the Philippines, a post-graduate degree in Business Administration from De La Salle University Manila and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Sustainability and Leadership from the Swedish Institute of Management. He recently completed the Ayala Leadership Acceleration Program through Harvard Publishing in 2023. He is currently the Chairperson of the Swedish Alumni Network in the Philippines, a member of the Advisory Board of the ASEAN Innovation Business Platform, a Volunteer Consultant for Academy for Creating Enterprise in the Philippines and the current Innovation Lead representative for IMI in Ayala Corporation. He is currently the first Counselor in Cavite Mission under the Philippines Area of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Read Full Story

Microsoft

Dan Walker has tribal affiliations to Tangahoe, Ngati Ruanui, Nga Ruahine, Ngati Kahungunu ki Wairoa, Te Atiawa, Maniapoto, Tuhourangi and Pakeha. He is a mokopuna of the great freedom fighter Tītokowaru and wahine (female) leader Ruaputahanga. Through the help of his whanau, his elders and his tribal teachers, Dan has learned much of his Māori cultural wisdom through the 15+ years of service to his iwi tribe Ngāti Ruanui. His experiences shaped his belief that Indigenous wisdom is for everyone and we need to reclaim this wisdom that has been handed down to us. His Masters degree was about tikanga Māori ki te ao matihiko - Māori values as a framework for digital leadership. This journey led him down interviews with Indigenous leaders from around the world about Indigenous wisdom from a digital context. Dan will discuss some of these Indigenous approaches to technology and how Māori are starting to collaborate with modern legal and corporate frameworks for true long-term inter-generational change for our future. Dan lives in Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) with his wife Michelle and their three tamariki Josh, Tyler and Maia. Dan is Co-Chair of Indigenous at Microsoft where he is focused on supporting Indigenous empowerment wherever Microsoft is and raising the Indigenous voice in technology globally. Read Full Story

Mikuni International College

Founder and Curriculum Director, Mikuni International College; Professor Emeritus, Brigham Young University Read Full Story

Ministry of Education, Sports and Culture

I am currently working as the Assistant CEO for the Ministry of Education in Samoa. I oversee capacity building and training for all principals and teachers working in government schools. Read Full Story

MWI HK

Hon started his own English tutorial center in Hong Kong when he was 16, worked as a freelance writer while studying, and has been volunteering as a guest lecturer at tertiary educational institutions. All these experiences have helped hone his skills and transform him into an awesome communicator.

Taking care of our clients’ creative and strategic planning, he’s constantly looking for ways to innovate and insists on authenticity and creativity for all his projects!

Raised in the UK and a kid at heart, Hon is a huge football fan, loves his cars and watches, food and fashion, and is a keen gamer! Read Full Story

National Taiwan University

Johnny, the Head of Global Relations at the Office of International Affairs, at National Taiwan University, is dedicated to fostering international youth participation and cultivating global talent in Taiwan. Previously, he served as the CEO of the Center for Global Affairs and Science Engagement at the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST GASE), the Director of the Office of International Affairs, and the Chinese Language Center at Shih Chien University. Additionally, he represented the youth of Chinese Taipei at the APEC Summit.

During his tenure at the Ministry of Science and Technology, Johnny made significant contributions to enhancing Taiwan's scientific landscape. He played a key role in establishing a robust scientific information platform, fostering research momentum in Taiwan, and promoting collaboration between industry and academia.

In addition to his role at NTU, Johnny serves as an instructor for the USC Global Fellows Internship Program and contributes as an advisory panelist for various organizations, including the Ministry of Education, Global Initiatives Symposium in Taiwan (GIS Taiwan), Hult Prize Taiwan, among others.

Recognized for his managerial excellence, Johnny was shortlisted among the 100 MVP Managers by Managers' Monthly Magazine Taiwan, being the first and only awardee from the education field. In 2022, he received the prestigious "Alumni de l'annee" award from the French Office in Taipei. Since 2023, Johnny has taken on the role of Working Group Leader for Industry-Academia Cooperation of the Low Carbon Initiative at the European Chamber of Commerce Taiwan, showcasing his unwavering commitment to international development and education. Read Full Story

Onch Audit

Batchuluun Batjargal is an audit Manager at Onch Audit with over 5 years of experience. He had completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accounting and finance at BPP University (London, UK), before joining Deloitte Mongolia in 2018 as an audit associate. He is primarily engaged in the the audit of largest retail, finance, mining, and media companies within Mongolia. He is a fully acknowledged member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) as well as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). On top of working full-time as an audit manager, he has a passion for teaching as a part-time lecturer at various professional institutions including Mongolian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MONICPA), Mongolian Association of Certified Tax Consultants (MACTC), and others. He believes that the greatest investment one can make is in his/herself. Read Full Story

Pacific Trust Otago

Kia Orana kotou katoatoa my name is Selina Saú, I am from the beautiful Cook Islands, specifically from the Island of Mangaia. I am a mother to 4 beautiful children, Burton (M-13yrs), Puanani (F-9yrs), Salamasina (F-6yrs), and Te-Parea (F-3yrs), and a wife to my darling husband Sitiveni Saú of 15years. I am currently employed as an Emergency Housing Support Service Coordinator at the Pacific Trust Otago, a charitable organization supporting the Pasifika community in Dunedin, New Zealand. I work with vulnerable Pasifika families to provide opportunities to support their desires to become self-reliant and take responsibility for their health, economic, leadership, community connections, social, and well-being. I have worked as a Pacific Cultural Tutor at the University of Otago Centre of Pacific Health Va’a O Tautai teaching cultural Pacific Curriculum in Health Science for five years. I have a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science, and currently completing Te Taketake Diploma in applied Mental Health and addiction counseling (Level 7), through the Moana House Training Institute (Residential Therapeutic Community for men connected to the Criminal Justice System) and Otago Polytechnic (Te Pukenga). I am fond of being involved in my Cook Islands Community and the local Pacific Islands Community here in Dunedin, New Zealand. I taught Cook Islands Dancing and Performance to multiple schools (Primary, Intermediate, and High School) involved in the Annual Otago Polyfest Festival. I am passionate about my Cook Islands heritage, culture, and its uniqueness and I am always eager to share it with the world! Read Full Story

Southern Utah University

Alvin Patrick Oldem is a dynamic professional with a multifaceted career spanning human resources management, academia, and digital marketing. Currently serving as the HR Manager at Brenton Way, a prominent digital marketing agency based in Los Angeles, California, Alvin brings a wealth of expertise in fostering organizational excellence through strategic HR practices.

In addition to his role at Brenton Way, Alvin is an adjunct college instructor at QCRS College, where he imparts his knowledge and passion for business management to the next generation of aspiring professionals.

Born and raised in Allen, Northern Samar, Philippines, Alvin's journey in pursuit of academic and professional excellence led him to obtain his bachelor's degree in business management from Brigham Young University-Hawaii 2016–2020.

Continuing his educational pursuits, Alvin is currently attending Southern Utah University, where he is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, with an expected completion date in August 2024. Alongside his studies, Alvin is a graduate assistant in the MBA program, further deepening his understanding of business management principles and practices. Read Full Story

Swinerton Builders

Swinerton Builders is a national construction company on the cutting edge of innovation, operating with accountability. With a culture of collaboration, we work toward a common purpose: to be the preferred builder and trusted partner in every market we serve, proudly leading with integrity, passion, and excellence. Read Full Story

Tamura Enterprises, Inc.

Human Resources Manager for Tamura Enterprises, Inc. since September 2021 Read Full Story

The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Welfare & Self-reliance Manager for Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore Read Full Story

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Meredith is the Interim Pacific Area Human Resources Manager for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, based in the Administration Office in Auckland, New Zealand. She studied at Massey University and holds a Degree in Business Psychology, majoring in Human Resources. Meredith has worked for the Church for the past 3 years, in the HR department, supporting over 1000 employees across 12 countries in the Pacific.

The HR purpose is, "to partner to enable a qualified and engaged workforce to labor diligently in the Lord's vineyard", providing key services such as talent selection, talent development,, and employee relations. Finding talent is a key priority for HR and Meredith is looking forward to connecting with the talent at BYU-H!

Meredith values family, well-being, making genuine connections and learning. She is married to Taylor and has 4 children, aged 18, 16, 13 and 10. Read Full Story

U.S. Army: Hawai'i Recruiting Company

We are a dynamic and dedicated team committed to finding the best individuals to join the world's finest fighting force. We actively seek talented individuals who possess the drive, courage, and commitment to serve their country. Connect with one of our recruiters today and discover a pathway to personal growth, professional development, and a lifelong sense of purpose in service to the nation. Read Full Story

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security Service

Special Agent with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security Service Read Full Story

University of Utah

Our mission is to build foundations for ethical business leadership by creating, discovering, and communicating knowledge about leading-edge research, innovation, and best management practices.

We prepare our graduates to be engaged citizens of the rapidly changing global world of business, and through the synergy of research, education, and service, the David Eccles School of Business strives to be among the most respected business schools in the world. Read Full Story

Forever Living Products Japan, ltd.

Yuko Hirase is leading the Communication Group, where she manages all content and information transmission across both traditional print and digital platforms.

Takuya Yamaguchi, HR staff for Forever Living Products Japan.
After working in the Sales department and marketing department, I am now part of the HR department. Currently, I am in charge of recruitment and staff training.

Yasuhiko Sumida, "HR Leader for Forever Living Products Japan. I've been working for this company for 20 years." Read Full Story

Span Construction & Engineering, Inc. (SPAN)

Jami Smith is SPAN’s Communications Manager and serves as the Vice-Chair of our ESOP Communications Committee. Over the last 10 years, Jami has held various roles in the Pre-Construction, Construction Services, Business Development, and Human Resources Departments. Jami’s experience, enthusiasm, and growth of knowledge within our Company and the construction industry, have positioned her well to be our Communications Manager where she positively affects culture and operations.

Terra is the Chief Operations Officer for SPAN, the largest steel building contractor in North America. Terra started her career at SPAN, 27 years ago, as a receptionist and has progressively moved up through the ranks; in her tenure she has served as Accounting Department Supervisor, Director of Human Resources, and Director of Safety. In addition to being SPAN’s COO, Terra serves on the Board of Directors for the SPAN ESOP. Read Full Story