In person, Mak is more measured, though no less thoughtful and passionate. He walks the talk, having avoided board positions with listed companies, allowing him to speak freely without the risk of vested interests.
Before meeting Mak Yuen Teen, accounting professor at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and outspoken corporate governance advocate, one might be forgiven for thinking his online persona is as incisive in person.
After all, Mak is widely known for his sharp criticisms of corporate governance misdeeds — such as the lack of transparency in remuneration for directors and CEOs of listed companies — on his LinkedIn page.
