This January, Alfred H Knight celebrated two talented graduates who exemplified Alfred H Knight’s core values. Today, we spotlight Jo Wang and her journey from the AHK Graduate Programme to Laboratory Manager.

As part of our commitment to growth, we offer education and training opportunities to empower colleagues at every career stage. These opportunities help individuals develop skills, build confidence, and reach their full potential.

Join us as we showcase the journeys, achievements and ambitions of those who are making a difference at Alfred H Knight.

Meet Jo Wang, Laboratory Manager at Acornfield in the UK! 

Jo started her career as a graduate chemist in 2012, completing extensive training across various departments within an AHK laboratory.

Over the years, Jo has shown significant growth and success in her career. In 2022, Jo was promoted to Laboratory Manager in China. Now she is the manager of the Acornfield laboratory in the UK. 

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LEADERSHIP STYLE?

My leadership focuses on understanding each individual’s strengths and fostering teamwork to build strong, connected and collaborative teams. I prioritise regular communication to keep everyone aligned and conduct frequent progress reviews to ensure goals are met. I lead by example, never assigning tasks I wouldn’t do myself. Finally, I consistently provide feedback to prioritise both individual and team achievements, reinforcing a culture of encouragement and continuous improvement. 

HOW DO YOU APPROACH NAVIGATING TEAMS THROUGH A PERIOD OF CHANGE?

During my time with the AHK China Laboratory team, it became evident that to meet the demands of the local market, the laboratory would need to develop new analytical methods. This would require a commitment to technical excellence and the ability to adapt to change. 

It was essential to ensure that any changes were communicated clearly to the team and managed within a controlled timeframe with little disruption to the laboratory’s daily operations. The key to success was to implement a thorough project plan, ensure that necessary resources and support were available and maintain open communication to achieve our targets.

HOW DO YOU COMMUNICATE AND ALIGN YOUR TEAM WITH THE COMPANY’S VISION?

It is important for team members to understand the purpose and value of their roles and how these roles are connected to Alfred H Knight’s vision, values and mission.

At Alfred H Knight, the quality of our services is crucial, and every individual’s achievement can contribute significantly to the overall success of Alfred H Knight and the quality of service we deliver. This is why effective leadership is so important.

BECOME A MEMBER OF ALFRED H KNIGHT!

Interested in joining a company that is passionate about its people, forward-thinking and continuously growing? If so, apply now for the AHK graduate programme! View Our Graduate Programme.