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Clay Chandler

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Executive Editor, Asia at Fortune Magazine
📍 Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

Clay Chandler is Fortune’s Executive Editor for Asia, overseeing editorial operations and conference strategy from Hong Kong. A Harvard University alumnus, he rejoined Fortune after a six-year stint leading research at McKinsey & Company. Colleagues describe him as exceptionally knowledgeable, informative, and an incredible sounding board on Asian strategy.

While his career is the main focus, his work demonstrates a deep personal interest in the cultural and economic dynamics of Asia. He has authored in-depth pieces on subjects ranging from Japans post-tsunami resilience to the rise of Chinas internet entrepreneurs, indicating a passion for the regions stories.

Unique fact: He is a sought-after speaker for his expert knowledge on niche topics like the business of Chinas film industry.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Executive Editor, Asia
Job Level
Junior
Location
Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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AI in Asia
He chairs Fortune's Brainstorm AI conference in Singapore and highlights how AI and robotics are addressing regional challenges like labor shortages in Japan.
Asian Business Leaders
He regularly interviews and profiles top executives, recently writing about DBS Group CEO Tan Su Shan for Fortune's "Most Powerful Women in Asia" list.
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Career

Work history

4-2019
Executive Editor, Asia
Fortune Magazine
4-2019 - 12-2019
Executive Director, Asia Editor
Fortune Magazine
2-2018 - 3-2019
Executive Editor, International, Time Inc. Brands
Meredith Corporation
1-2017 - 2-2018
Executive Editor, International
Time Inc.
2-2014 - 12-2016
Managing Director
The Barrenrock Group
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Education
1986 - 1989
PhD candidate
Harvard University
1979 - 1985
Bachelor's of Arts
Harvard University
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