Manage HR Magazine: Awards Ranking
Manage HR proudly recognizes the Top 10 Heads of HR in APAC for 2026, distinguished leaders who are shaping the future of human resources across one of the world’s most dynamic and diverse regions. These HR executives are at the forefront of driving strategic talent initiatives, fostering inclusive workplace cultures, and navigating complex regional landscapes with agility and vision. By aligning people strategies with evolving business needs, they are not only elevating the employee experience but also fueling sustainable growth and competitive advantage for their organizations throughout the APAC region.
Top 10 Head of HR in APAC - 2026
Stephen Liu
Head of HR, Goldwind Asia
Stephen Liu is Head of Human Resources for Goldwind Asia, responsible for the people's agenda across the company’s Southeast Asian operations. Prior to joining Goldwind, he has over 10 years of human resources experience, including experience in Fortune Global 500 companies. His work is a great example of a pragmatic approach to talent growth that can support business growth in various markets.
Grace You-Liang Wang
Head of Human Resources, Greater China, Takeda
Grace You-Liang Wang is Human Resources for Greater China at Takeda, where she directs the company’s people strategy across a complex and fast moving region. She has held regional roles in Asia Pacific in compensation and benefits, HR transformation and business partnering. That experience has forged a leadership style that’s about creating great teams and establishing organizations for change before it’s a business imperative.
George Khang
Head of Human Resources, Guthrie Engineering
George Khang is an accomplished HR and operations leader with nearly 30 years of cross-industry experience, driving transformation across government, construction, oil and gas, agriculture, automation, hospitality and electric waste recycling. Renowned for reshaping organizations, harmonizing global workforce and steering complex restructures, he delivers measurable impact across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa.
