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Alex Scollins - Product Category Manager

How does this year's theme resonate with you?  

It resonates with me because so much of growth, both personal and professional, comes from generosity. When we give our time, knowledge, support, or encouragement, we create space for others to rise. And in doing so, we build stronger teams, deeper trust, and more inclusive workplaces. I’ve learned that success isn’t diminished by lifting others; it’s amplified by it. 

If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self starting in this industry/role, what would it be?  

You don’t need to have all the answers to deserve a seat at the table. Confidence grows through action, not before it. Speak up, ask questions, and don’t underestimate the value of your perspective. The moments that feel most uncomfortable are often the ones that shape you most. 

What does ‘Give to Gain' mean to you in the context of your specific role?  

For me, giving isn’t about sacrifice, it’s about contribution. And contribution is what drives meaningful progress.

Jennifer Xu - People Director

How does this year's theme resonate with you?

I believe everyone goes on their own journey with the idea of 'Give to Gain.' To me, it’s like planting a small seed: you water it and care for it every day, watching it grow until it finally bears fruit. That moment of success is incredibly rewarding.

If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self starting in this industry/role, what would it be? 

Sometimes we aren't just here to get things done, but to understand the 'why' behind what others do. I want to challenge myself to embrace more variety, not just in terms of culture, but in the different ways people approach their work.

What does ‘Give to Gain' mean to you in the context of your specific role?

For me, the true reward of working in HR isn't personal gain, it’s seeing our people thrive and grow within the company. I’m always eager to share what I know to help someone else level up, because their development is my biggest success.

Dimitra Kourmatz  - Regional Compliance Officer & Head of ESG & DE&I

How does this year's theme resonate with you? 

It confirms that I need to step up and confirms the importance of ‘hood’ in sisterhood, brotherhood, and peoplehood and knowing that one person can make a difference for you, but together we can make a much bigger difference for all.

If you could give one piece of advice to your younger self starting in this industry/role, what would it be?

Never leave your fate in the hands of others. Stand out and stand up for what you want.  Remember its ok if you fall but find your strength and a way to get back up because that’s what matters.

What does ‘Give to Gain' mean to you in the context of your specific role?

There are many times that you may see someone whose voice can’t be heard, be their voice.  Stand up for others, after all, at the end of the day, we are all one team. If we want to become stronger, sometimes we need to fight battles which are not ours