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Every time Amy Cho sets out on a run, she is reminded that progress takes discipline and resilience – two values that have shaped her approach to leadership and investing. As M&G Investments’ head of Asia-Pacific and CEO of M&G Investments Singapore, she sees parallels between the endurance of a long-distance runner and the mindset needed to navigate both markets and life with purpose.
“I often think about leadership as a long-distance journey, not a sprint,” Cho says. “Some days, the path is smooth; other days, it is uphill in the rain, but you still lace up and go.”
That long-haul mindset shapes how Cho operates as a leader in the asset management industry, where adaptability, consistency and resilience are essential. Her approach is grounded in creating conditions that allow people to thrive, and for ideas and strategies to take root.
“Leadership, to me, is about building a culture where people feel safe, valued and empowered. When there is clarity and context, people make better decisions, and bring their best selves to the table,” she says. “That is the kind of workplace I want to lead: calm when it needs to be, energised when it matters and always grounded in purpose.”
Following that philosophy has earned Cho recognition across the industry. Earlier this year, she was named Best CEO in the AsianInvestor Asset Management Awards, highlighting her reputation as an inclusive and empowering leader.
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