A toast to a Singapore icon
Jesher Loi, grandson of Ya Kun's late founder, believes in having employees at all levels working together.
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AT kaya toast chain Ya Kun, the business operates like "one big family" - one with different roles and functions, says Jesher Loi, director of branding and market development. It's a family-focused metaphor, he says, that sums up the company's approach to business.
Mr Loi, grandson of Ya Kun's late founder Loi Ah Koon, believes having employees at all levels working together plays a crucial role in steering the firm towards achieving its goals. To him this means sharing the Singapore culture and experience with the rest of the world through its food products.
Founded 75 years ago, Ya Kun has since expanded to over 60 outlets nationwide and y is looking to continue overseas. Its determination and growth led the company to win the prestigious E50 award in 2017.
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