The most important shot in golf is the next one. Stéphane didn’t utter these exact words per se, but he might as well have. In many ways, his philosophy for everything he does stems from this very outlook because golf is indeed the closest game to the game we call life.

In business, Stéphane gets equal amounts of satisfaction as he would from reducing the dispersion of the ball flight in his game. A constant learner, unafraid of looking like the dumbest person in the room, he’s relentless in his pursuit of the impossible. Chasing one crazy dream after another, his obsession breeds passion and focus–qualities he uses to ensure his next ball flight looks even better than the last.

Win or lose, Stéphane has undoubtedly secured a formidable reputation as an indispensable veteran of the industry with his unconventional methods that go beyond cultural boundaries. From Paris to Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh to Singapore and now in Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta, Stéphane is transforming business operations into models of efficiency and innovation, one swift move at a time.

A visionary who always sets his sights on the highest-impact opportunities, Stéphane values every shot he gets, celebrates the good ones and learns from the not so great ones. But ultimately, he knows that he has to play the ball where it lies. Because like golf, life is an intricate game. So, play it well.

They say the quiet ones are always the ones to watch. Chui Teng is one of them. Unlike others who stomp into a room, she slips in, unobserved but extremely observant, marching lightly to the beat of her own drum. In fact, this is how she steals the hearts and minds of her many clients—quietly watching the world as she methodically plots her way to yet another successful business partnership.

With an extensive and dynamic career in management, marketing and sales, CT (as she’s more affectionately known) has a proven track record for driving high profitability, excellent retention and repeat business. Her objectivity, intuition and innate attention to detail means she is always bringing her A-game.

When she’s not busy being a powerhouse at work, CT loves exploring different cultures and interests, picking up a foreign language or two along the way.

But above all, CT is genuinely thoughtful and compassionate. If there’s anyone you can count on, it’s her. Sure, she may be a quiet one, but her character alone speaks volumes.

Nacho is one of those guys who manages to do a lot while looking like he’s not doing much at all. From implementing strategic profitability action plans in highly competitive markets to spearheading digital transformation for out-of-home in South East Asia, America, plus 20 other countries across Europe, he’s left no stone unturned, choosing to leave his mark wherever he goes.

To say he’s a tech-savvy, early adopter would be an understatement. With early beginnings at JCDecaux—the largest player in the business—Nacho learned the ins and outs of the trade, solidifying his foundation. His breadth of knowledge within all aspects of the business is only the tip of the iceberg.

With a track record that showcases his penchant for managing complex projects, one would wonder how he finds time for anything else. But he does. Away from his desk, Nacho is a championship-winning paella cook. Multiculturally well-adapted, he’s fluent in English and Spanish. If you prefer French or German, that’s cool with him, too. Nothing seems to faze this guy as he sets out to do it all and more without ever breaking a sweat!

Fariq entered the industry with his pants blazing. From activation and events to marketing sales and brand development, he’s known for making things work no matter what hat he’s wearing.

A master of many roles, it may seem hard to pinpoint exactly what Fariq does. But if anyone were to ask, he would say his job is to “turn coal into diamonds!” His proactive nature has led him to amass nearly two decades of experience in the industry, including 10 years in radio, three years in broadcast media and two years in transit media advertising.

Ever-so-passionate professionally, Fariq also devotes time for other aspects of his life, like reviving global interest in a traditional sport, Sepak Takraw, through the league he helped build. But his ultimate pride and joy is his role as the adoring husband to a housewife who also happens to be a nationally-renowned motor racer.

Fariq’s zest for everything he does is infectious as he continues to inspire and motivate everyone around him, especially his family at VGI. In fact, that’s exactly what he’s doing right now.

An organized strategist, hardwired to think pragmatically and critically about everything. Sounds a bit tedious and mundane, but we say this with complete admiration of Hanif, the person behind-the-scenes, responsible for our day-to-day operations.

Without Hanif, things at VGI wouldn’t possibly run as smoothly as they do. He manages and monitors performance, schedules training, provides support to clients and our sales teams and ensures the highest standards in the quality of our products and services.

With an extensive background in commercial advertising, marketing and sales, Hanif’s strengths lie in his ability to enhance efficiency through his understanding of internal and external structures. This comes as no surprise as he has worked for big corporations like MRT, TIME and Naza.

But beneath his serious exterior, Hanif has a wild side. On his off days, you’ll find this guy outdoors going the extreme with his thrills and adventures. Now that’s something you certainly don’t expect from someone who’s tedious and mundane.

What do you get when you mix a personable communications specialist with a passionate knowledge sharing professional well-versed in production and asset development? You get the awesomeness that is Zahira.

A go-getter, ever-ready and always pumped to embrace new challenges, Zahira is the resident idea churner at VGI. She says her secret is to simply “leverage the power of technology, location and creativity.” A task too complex for the rest of us. But for Zahira, that’s what she does every single day.

Throughout her extensive career, Zahira’s experience has taken her from sales to business development in multiple industries. She has rubbed elbows with the high rollers in banking, kept things clean and sterile in pharmaceutical and braved the outdoors in OOH advertising.

Her work may consume her, but she knows how to keep a good balance. Between hobbies and responsibilities, she’s showing no signs of slowing down. In fact, the fun for Zahira has only just begun.

‘How to Win Friends and Influence People’ is a book that could just as easily have been titled, ‘How to Be William’. He’s won friends, fans and followers doing what he does best—influencing the way people perceive brands and businesses in some of the most competitive markets in Asia.

With a career in media and advertising spanning more than 15 years, William is currently spreading the digital religion at VGI. Having just returned to his home base in Kuala Lumpur after setting up a full-fledged digital team for the CIPG in Beijing and winning an accolade by the PMAA for the ‘Best Campaign in Taiwan’ while with Ogilvy, William is charged up and brimming with even more radical ideas.

Don’t believe us? Just gather the many people that know him—acquaintances, clients, friends, family, ex-colleagues—you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone with a negative review. William is one of the most fun-loving, easy-going guys you’ll ever encounter. His optimistic outlook in life and genuine respect for others is why people trust and value his opinion. But don’t just take our word for it. Get to know the guy for yourself. He’s always up for coffee and a good chat.

Aileen is regularly last seen trying a new thing. Most likely in the outdoors, sometimes edible, and often involving a passport. She’s one active woman who never seems to run out of energy, ever.

For many high-level executives, having someone like Aileen around is practically a godsend. From drafting official correspondence to managing conflicting schedules and events, she’s the master of multitasking. Her skills come with years of experience, of course. After a 12-year hiatus in Singapore, Aileen returned to advertising in 2007 and was with McCann before she joined the VGI family.

You won’t have to dig very deep to find top-tier executives who would happily vouch for Aileen. She’s intelligent, highly organized, reliable and an effective problem solver. If there’s a sensitive and complex issue to be handled, Aileen is the go-to person.

Beyond the boardroom, she’ll just as easily kick off her heels and change into her gear, pumping her never-ending stamina into touch rugby, trail running and regattas. Once every while, you may find her slowing down a little, entertaining and cooking for her many friends. It’s not easy keeping up with Aileen, but if you’re able to, you’ll be in for an amazing time.