Singapore – Weber Shandwick has announced the appointment of Robert Magyar as its new senior advisor to enhance strategic growth in the APAC region.
Magyar brings over 20 years of experience in healthcare, public affairs, and government relations. Based in Beijing, he has been advising senior executives and industry leaders worldwide, with extensive expertise in China, Indonesia, Japan, Switzerland, and the US. Last year, he was honoured with the Public Affairs Asia/PRCA Gold Standard Award for Professional Excellence.
He also served in senior roles at the Weber Shandwick Tokyo and Beijing offices from 2003 until 2011.
In his new role, Magyar will collaborate closely with Tyler Kim, APAC CEO, to enhance the agency’s market positioning and client experiences, with a strong focus on healthcare and corporate affairs.
Kim said, “We are happy to have Robert onboard. His appointment is a step forward in our commitment to delivering superior strategic solutions and accelerating our growth in the region. His extensive leadership experience and strategic vision will be invaluable as we navigate the next phase of our growth across all sectors, with a focus on healthcare and corporate affairs.”
Speaking on his appointment, Magyar also commented, “The communications industry is going through an accelerated expansion in the APAC region, and strategic solutions are becoming increasingly crucial in shaping reputation and stakeholder perceptions. Weber Shandwick is well aware of these opportunities, and I am excited to support them in building strong relationships and staying ahead of the curve.”
