Sound insights and a compelling plea--building on her ample experience as HR leader, Elizabeth Martin-Chua successfully connects the value of focusing on people's growth with the dynamics of today's business reality. --Hayko Kroese "Corporate Head of HR, Royal Philips Electronics, Amsterdam" For American businessmen going to work in Asia, this is a book that is a "must-read." The author puts all of her experience in Asia with multinational companies at the disposal of her readers. --Paul Zeven "President, Paul Zeven Executive Coaching, Paris" "Maximizing Human Capital in Asia" explains very clearly what works for HR in Asia. Even though I lived and worked in Asia for 15 years, there are valuable new insights that I have gained. A must for everyone either doing, or wanting to do, business in Asia. --Erik Geilenkirchen "Chief Human Resources Officer, Cofra Holding AG, Zurich" Valuable insights from a practitioner with decades of hands-on experience in heading HR in ASEAN and China --useful reading for all managers who are new in Asia. --Vineet Kaul "Chief People Officer, Hindalco Industries Limited, Mumbai" "Maximizing Human Capital in Asia" gives a comprehensive view of HR practices in Asia. It provides a good insightful analysis and valuable recommendations for the managers who operate business in Asia. --Patrick Kung "Chairman and CEO, Philips Electronics China, Shanghai" I agree with the author that a clear value system is important for an organization, her experience makes interesting reading. This book gives a good insight into HR in Asia. --Leong Yue Wing "CEO, TCL Multimedia Technology Holdings Limited, Shenzhen" Finding the right approach to Human Resources Management in a diverse region as Asia is challenging. This book is written by a very experienced and seasoned HR executive with a long track record in Asia. It gives you instant insights. A must for anyone new to HR in Asia. --Thomas Stassen "Chief Officer Human Resources Asia, Prudential Corporation Asia, Hong Kong" This is a must-read and gives great insight into current HR practices in Asia. --Fabian Wong "Senior Vice-President, Philips Consumer Lifestyle, Shanghai"