2026 JUDGE'S PROFILE

Christina Yap
VP, Group Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
Kopi Kenangan
Christina Yap is a seasoned talent acquisition and HR Leader with over 20 years of experience globally. She currently serves as the VP of group talent acquisition & employer branding at Kopi Kenangan, Southeast Asia’s first “New Retail” F&B unicorn.
Throughout her career, Christina has demonstrated a unique ability to align HR strategies with business goals, consistently driving significant reductions in recruitment spending while improving talent retention. Her extensive background includes leadership roles at SGK and Miele, as well as founding a boutique executive search firm. Christina is recognised for her expertise in executive search, data analytics, and cross-country team leadership.
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