Lennard Kwek is Director at Bridgestone Asia Pacific, overseeing the regional brand marketing and corporate communication functions. Commencing his professional journey with Johnson & Johnson, Lennard assumed lead roles in brand and trade marketing for a range of consumer products. His career trajectory included progressive rise in regional leadership roles at Chevron, Puma Energy, and Bridgestone, where he held positions such as Head of Marketing and Head of Business. Managing teams across over ten APAC markets, including China, Thailand, Korea, Australia, Philippines, and Vietnam, Lennard navigated cultural & business diversity, fostering common way of working and shared successes. Highlights of his career include spearheading a global center of excellence for a key consumer segment, orchestrating impactful regional campaigns with renowned brands like Disney and One Championship, fostering strategic sustainable growth in premium categories, and integrating digital and analytics platforms. His passion lies in nurturing growth in both business and the individuals he collaborates with.