theceomagazine.com | 67immense gratification in that she has
contributed back to society, and this gives
her further impetus to strive harder.
Boon Huey has been with Merck for
13 years and has embraced the company’s
core values of courage, achievement,
responsibility, respect, integrity and
transparency. “I am privileged to be with
the oldest pharmaceutical and chemical
company in the world – as a matter of fact,
we shall be celebrating our 350 year
anniversary in 2018,” she proudly states.
Boon Huey’s commendable achievements
have earned her the respect and admiration
of many in the industry. She proves to be
a formidable equal to her peers. With her
dedication and vision, she looks set to break
further barriers. With the addition of her
passion, she is well on her way to conquer
new frontiers. The world awaits.“I am privileged
to be with
the oldest
pharmaceutical
and chemical
company in the
world.”
to head Merck’s business at a national level.
An opportunity arose to be based back in
Malaysia, the land of her birth. It also proved
a nurturing, comfortable environment to
bring up her two children. “I want them to
understand more about their home country.
I think it’s important to have a firm grasp
of one’s roots. It had been eight years and I
wanted to come home to see what else
I could do for this company and my
country. It was an easy decision to make.”
Boon Huey strongly believes that
Malaysia, with its unique characteristics, has a
strong, conducive environment with adequate
resources in a capable and talented workforce.
“My international stints equipped me with
invaluable experience and innovative ideas to
meet the needs of Malaysia’s fast-evolving
business environment. Being a Malaysian, I
am familiar with our local culture, mindset
and behaviour, hence my drive to further
support local talent with their career
aspirations and further strengthen Merck’s
footprint in this country,” she says.
“Personally, I would also like to bring
a little more awareness to female executives
that they are equal to their male counterparts
in leadership positions,” she says, adding,
“We should be proud of who we are, with
our talents and capabilities. I’m pleased to
see that the stereotype mindset is slowly but
surely changing.”
Boon Huey receives satisfaction and
fulfilment when she speaks about innovative
medicines that significantly improve the lives
of patients through their safety, efficacy and
quality. Stories from patients give her
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