On Cover
Asha Sridhar
Active Communication Pvt. Ltd. | Director
“As the Director of Active Communication Pvt. Ltd., her journey from an IT trainer to a global leadership coach is a testament to the transformative power of adaptive coaching and inclusive leadership.“
Cover Story
Asha Sridhar has never approached leadership development conventionally. She doesn’t simply apply existing frameworks—she integrates, adapts, and personalizes them to meet the unique needs of each leader and organization she works with. From IT training to global leadership development, from Hong Kong to multinational corporations across Asia, she has consistently pushed boundaries to forge connections between theory and practice, between cultural understanding and business results.
In an era where global trade is being reshaped by digital transformation and changing consumer expectations, few leaders understand the intricate dance of international logistics quite like Dr. John Yu. As a seasoned executive with experience spanning traditional air cargo, express delivery, and cross-border e-commerce, Yu has developed a unique vision for the future of logistics that combines operational excellence with sustainability and technological innovation. This month’s cover story explores how his multifaceted background has shaped a leader at the forefront of the industry’s evolution, and examines the philosophy driving his approach to some of the sector’s most pressing challenges.
Tarynn Hatton-Jones
In the world of business, it’s often the most personal experiences that spark the most revolutionary ideas. For Tarynn Hatton-Jones, the Founder and CEO of Burnt Oringe International Limited, the journey began not in a boardroom but in her own home, faced with a simple but profound challenge. Living in Hong Kong, Tarynn found it difficult to source bedding that was free from harmful chemicals like formaldehyde—something she desperately needed for her young daughter, who was suffering from chest issues. Despite extensive searches across the city, her options were few, and none of them fit the organic, chemical-free criteria she sought.