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Fusion of Cultures Governance Strategies in Asian Chinese Family Enterprises Featuring Ten Case Studies of Overseas Chinese Family Businesses in Asia

Author Name: Dr. Alex Ng Hou Hong, Dato' Dr. Chua Hock Hoo | Format: Paperback | Genre : Business, Investing & Management | Other Details

From Malaysia to Singapore, Indonesia to Thailand, and Taiwan, Asian Chinese family enterprises have been the backbone of the region's private sector. This groundbreaking collection reveals how these businesses have masterfully evolved their governance models to thrive in the modern global economy while preserving their cultural heritage. 

- Through compelling case studies, this work illuminates five distinct approaches:

- Hybrid models blending traditional stewardship with modern practices

- Family management balanced with public company compliance

- Agency-based governance maintaining family influence

- Western management principles adapted to Asian contexts

- Corporate familial stewardship extending beyond blood relations

The featured enterprises demonstrate how to:

- Navigate the balance between family legacy and professional management

- Implement ESG practices that reflect Asian values while meeting global standards

- Create governance structures enabling multi-generational success

- Build institutions that combine entrepreneurial spirit with sustainable growth

Whether you are a business owner, advisor, scholar, or policymaker, this volume provides essential insights into governance innovation and cultural adaptation in Asia's dynamic business landscape.

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Dr. Alex Ng Hou Hong, Dato' Dr. Chua Hock Hoo

Dr. Alex Ng Hou Hong is Executive Director of Seremban Branch and Director of Corporate Learning & Development at CC International Berhad, Malaysia’s leading accounting firm. He also serves as Governor & CEO of CC Foundation and holds an Associate Professorship at Malaysia University of Science and Technology, where he supervises PhD students. A Certified Professional Trainer, Executive Coach, and Business Consultant, Dr. Ng specializes in Business Transformation, Blue Ocean Strategy, Sustainability, and Family Business. His unique blend of corporate and academic experience positions him across professional and educational spheres. Internationally, he has served as Visiting Fellow at University of Oulu, Finland; Visiting Professor at Polytechnic University of the Philippines; and adjunct faculty at Kedge Business School, INTI International University, and UNITAR International University. He is a recipient of the Honorary Fellowship from Oklahoma City University.

Dato’ Dr. Chua Hock Hoo is Executive Chairman of CC International Berhad and Co-Founder of Cheng & Co Foundation. With over 30 years of accounting expertise, he also serves as Pro Chancellor of INTI International University. His academic credentials include an MBA from Oklahoma City University, a PhD in Knowledge Management from University of Malaya, and completion of the Harvard Business School Senior Executive Programme. He is Adjunct Professor at Malaysia University of Science and Technology, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Dato’ Dr. Chua holds Distinguished Honorary Fellowship from Oklahoma City University, and Fellow Member status with CIMA (UK) and CPA Australia. He is a licensed Auditor, Liquidator, and Tax Consultant. Under his leadership, CC International Berhad has gained significant international recognition.

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