Kathy Yang, concurrently JUSDA CEO, among 8 exceptional winners named across Asia-Pacific

28 July 2023, Taipei, Taiwan – Global diversity leader and champion of women in the   C-suite, WeQual named Kathy Yang, Chief Trade Compliance and Logistics Officer of Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) (TWSE:2317), a winner in its high-regarded annual awards honoring women leaders.

Kathy, who is also Chairwoman and Chief Executive Officer at JUSDA, a leading logistics solutions provider and a key subsidiary of Foxconn, won in the Specialist category of the WeQual Awards, Asia-Pacific 2023. She was one of 24 finalists, from which winners were selected in eight categories following a rigorous and highly competitive assessment process.

“I am absolutely excited that Kathy is receiving this recognition,” said Foxconn Chairman and CEO Young Liu. “WeQual takes a deep dive approach in identifying future women leaders. At Foxconn, we are always looking at issues that we can get better at and contribute for the good, including women’s rights and gender equity.”

Finalists were interviewed by WeQual Awards Executive Interviewers, an esteemed panel of global business leaders, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) champions.

"Kathy's broad experience extends beyond her specialisation, highlighting her versatility and well-rounded skill set. Her street-smart nature, coupled with her passion for helping others, showcases her dedication to making a meaningful impact," said Ernesto Tanmantiong, President and CEO at Jollibee Foods Corp, an Asia major in its industry, who interviewed Kathy.

WeQual Founder Katie Litchfield said: “[Kathy’s] focus, diligence and exceptional performance throughout such a rigorous assessment does…Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) credit.”

About WeQual Awards

Welcome to the WeQual Awards, where our goal is to promote gender balance by striving for 50/50 gender equality at the top of the world’s largest companies. We are proud to be supported by The Wall Street Journal and happy to report that 51% of our alumni have either been promoted or are now members of an executive committee. This represents a significant milestone in our mission towards gender equality at the top.

To learn more, visit www.wequal.com

About Foxconn

Established in 1974 in Taiwan, Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) (TWSE:2317) is the world’s largest electronics manufacturer and leading technological solutions provider, ranking in the top 20 among the Fortune Global 500. In 2022, revenue totaled TWD6.62 trillion (approx. USD220 billion or EUR200 billion). The Group’s market share in electronics manufacturing services (EMS) exceeds 40% and covers four major product segments: smart consumer electronics; cloud and networking; computing; and components and others. The Group operates 173 campuses across 24 countries and is one of the world’s largest employers with over a million employees during peak manufacturing season. The Group has expanded its capabilities into the development of electric vehicles, digital health, and robotics, and three key technologies – new-generation communications technology, AI, and semiconductors – which are key to driving its long-term growth strategy. It is dedicated to championing environmental sustainability in the manufacturing process and serving as a best-practices model for global enterprises.

To learn more, visit www.honhai.com