Running a Utility in a remote island in the Northwest Pacific, with Frank Kyota, CEO, Palau Public Utilities Corporation
In this special series of conversations supported by Isle Utilities in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), host Piers Clark interviews Frank Kyota, the Chief Executive of Palau Public Utilities Corporation (PPUC). Frank shares his journey from a background in criminal justice to various roles in corporate and public sectors, culminating in his current position. He discusses the critical role of the Asian Development Bank in improving Palau's water infrastructure and the unique challenges of workforce retention on a remote island. Frank also reflects on the invaluable lessons from his parents that have shaped his leadership approach.
00:00 Introductions
00:25 Frank Kyota's Journey to Leadership
02:55 Overview of Palau Public Utilities Corporation (PPUC)
03:33 Asian Development Bank's Impact on PPUC
07:17 Challenges in Workforce Retention
09:30 Personal Reflections and Closing Remarks
