Our Panel
Jeremy Ong
Founder | Chief Executive Officer
Jeremy Ong graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Queensland, Australia.
He began his career in the Financial Management Program (FMP) of the General Electric Company (GE) in 2002, serving in various business and corporate segments in Malaysia, USA, and China. In 2004, he joined GE China in Shanghai, as Finance Analysis and Planning/Risk Manager for GE Aircraft Engines Asia Pacific. He subsequently joined GE’s Corporate Audit Staff (CAS), performing governance and corporate audit duties in the USA, Canada, China, Hungary, France, India, Japan, and South East Asia. In 2008, he was Supply Chain Finance Manager in the Asia Pacific region for GE Oil & Gas in Singapore, where he led finance teams in manufacturing sites in Singapore, China, and Indonesia. He was promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for GE Global Business Services Asia Pacific in Singapore in 2010 and responsible for leading the overall Asia-Pacific finance function in 13 countries.
Throughout the years with GE, he has gained much experience in areas of accounting and finance, governance and compliance.
He left GE and joined CCI Asia Pacific as CFO for Asia in 2012 and led the finance and governance function with manufacturing locations in India, Japan, and Korea.
He returned to Malaysia in 2014 and joined the Hextar Group as Group Chief Operating Officer, one of Malaysia's largest Agrochemical and Fertilizer group of companies. He initiated a restructuring of shared support services while overseeing its business operations, investment management, business development, diversification initiatives and lead its Indonesian business units.
In 2015 he was appointed to the Board of Directors as Independent Non-Executive Director of ATA IMS Berhad, a company listed on the main market of the Malaysian Stock Exchange, Bursa Malaysia.
He founded Treo Capital in 2018 and serve as CEO where he leads the company in providing management, financial and strategic advisory services to clients in various aspects of finance, risk management, corporate planning, compliance, corporate governance and investments.
In 2022, he was appointed to the Board of Directors of Vestland Berhad as an Independent Non-Executive Director, a company listed on the ACE market of the Malaysian Stock Exchange, Bursa Malaysia.

Jagdip Singh
Partner | Chief People Officer
Jagdip is an experienced executive and organizational talent architect with over 20 years of experience in driving human capital strategies across Asia Pacific, Middle East, North and West Africa. He excels at aligning people-centric strategies with business goals, leading HR transformations, workforce planning and talent development programs across diverse industries. Jagdip has consistently delivered measurable results while fostering high-performing and resilient organizations.
At Topgolf Southeast Asia, Jagdip served as Director of People & Culture, overseeing HR strategy and operations for a fast-growing NYSE-listed, sports and technology driven hospitality company with 400+ employees. He introduced a Balanced Scorecard based performance management system that strengthened the alignment between performance and rewards. Through the optimization of various talent acquisition processes, Jagdip built a robust talent pipeline while achieving a US$120,000 cost savings. His initiatives in employee engagement and ethical governance led to significant improvements in morale, productivity, and retention while enhancing the company’s internal culture and reputation.
During his time at BHP Billiton, Jagdip played a key role in transition following the BHP-Woodside merger. He also worked on several workforce localization strategies, reducing reliance on expatriates and enhancing the local talent pipeline. Leveraging workforce analytics, Jagdip provided strategic insights that were instrumental in the talent management process.
At Sportfive Asia, he directed HR operations across eight countries and implemented a global HRIS to enhance talent data accuracy for better decision-making. During the Covid-19 pandemic, he led a US$4.5 million rightsizing exercise for 90 employees in the Football division across Asia and Middle East, achieving seamless transitions with zero external grievances.
As Executive Director HR at Aker Solutions, Jagdip led HR operations for over 800 employees across 10 countries in Asia Pacific, Middle East, North & West Africa. He developed and implemented various group-wide HR practices and benefits optimization, resulting in substantial cost savings for the business. During the oil price slump, Jagdip led several rightsizing exercises in countries such as Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, UAE and Nigeria, which involved complex negotiations with labour unions and regulators.
Earlier in his career, Jagdip held leadership HR roles at HSBC, General Electric and Willis Towers Watson (then Towers Perrin Forster & Crosby), where he gained a solid reputation as a strategic HR business partner and relationship builder. Here, he assisted the organizations in reducing hiring turnaround times through innovative recruitment strategies. He also managed the prestigious Financial Management Program. Many of the graduates of this program are global leaders in Fortune 500 organizations today.
Jagdip’s commitment to fostering inclusive and empathetic workplace cultures has been a defining aspect of his career. He has led diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that empower employees at all levels and create environments where innovation thrives. Known for his strong business acumen and collaborative leadership, Jagdip partners with executive teams and boards to align HR strategies with corporate goals, helping organizations navigate evolving markets and achieve sustained success

Jon Goh
Partner
Jon Goh is a finance leader with a decade of experience in business transformation, financial management, and process optimization. He earned his Bachelor's in Accountancy from Singapore Management University and is a certified Singapore Chartered Accountant.
Jon began his career at General Electric Company (GE) by joining the Financial Management Program (FMP) in 2013. During his tenure, he undertook assignments in various business and corporate segments in Singapore and the USA. Through these assignments, Jon played a key role in streamlining numerous financial processes, leading to significant savings in man-hours and costs, and enabling enhanced decision-making.
In 2016, he joined GE’s Corporate Audit Staff (CAS), where he led audit and advisory assignments across multiple businesses, primarily in the USA. A large part of Jon's work revolved around business transformation, which included implementing a new revenue accounting standard and helping to drive divestiture workstreams of several business units.
By 2019, Jon joined GE Aerospace and took on the role of GEnx Services Finance Leader for the Asia Pacific/China region based in Singapore. In this capacity, he managed profitability and risk mitigation for long-term service contracts.
He was promoted to Commercial Finance and Risk Leader for GE Aerospace Asia Pacific. In this position, Jon led the risk function in deal underwriting, risk management, and approvals for multi-year aircraft engine and services deals, covering the entire range of GE Aerospace offerings.

Anis Hussien
Partner | Managing Director @ TREO Intelligence
Anis Hussien is a principal at Treo Capital and Managing Director of Treo Intelligence.
She’s a strategist passionate in building ventures across various industries. Currently, she is also the Sales & Partnership Director at bespoke batik manufacturer, Bujins Batik.
Her career began at the age of 18 with an entry into marketing as a community manager. Ever since then, she has built a digital marketing portfolio growing brands’ digital presence online ranging from retail, fashion, tech, professional services, sports and non-profits.
Anis holds an MBA with specialization in Technological Entrepreneurship from Azman Hashim International Business School (AHIBS), a Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) school.
Prior to that, she received her Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in International Relations from the University of Queensland, Australia.
She believes in lifelong education and continuously explores all her interests in technology, business, politics, and the arts.
Beyond her professional responsibilities, she is involved in giving back to community through alma mater alumni namely, ANSARA Kota Bharu and UQ Alumni Malaysia.
She also champions women empowerment by hosting events that connect women in the professional and entrepreneurship space.

Chew Kim Sun
Partner | Real Estate Expert
Chew Kim Sun is a dynamic and results-driven property developer with extensive expertise in real estate development, marketing, sales, and strategic leadership. As the Founder & Managing Director of Hor & Ho Properties Sdn Bhd and Artisan Inc Properties Sdn Bhd, he has successfully led large-scale residential and commercial developments across Malaysia’s East Coast.
With a proven track record of driving over RM 7.1 billion in property sales, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the luxury and commercial real estate landscape. His experience spans project conceptualization, market positioning, and sales execution, ensuring high-value developments that align with consumer demand and investment potential. Throughout his career, Kim Sun has led high-performing teams, overseen multi-million-dollar projects, and implemented innovative marketing strategies to achieve record-breaking sales.
As Founder & Managing Director of Hor & Ho Properties Sdn Bhd and Artisan Inc Properties Sdn Bhd, Kim Sun spearheads property development projects with a focus on sustainable and community-driven growth. Under his leadership, over 160 homes have been successfully developed and sold, reinforcing his reputation for quality-driven and high-value developments.
Previously, as Assistant General Manager, Marketing at Symphony Life Berhad, he led marketing and sales initiatives that generated RM 2.5 billion in project sales. Managing a portfolio of high-end residential and commercial projects, including TWY Duplex Condos, The Wharf, and Tijani Ukay, he played a critical role in branding, market strategy, and investor relations.
His tenure at Bandar Raya Developments Berhad saw him drive marketing campaigns for premium properties such as 6 Cap Square, Troika, and One Menerung, strengthening the brand’s luxury positioning. At Sunrise Berhad, he contributed to RM 4.2 billion in property sales, leading international property launches and executing competitive market strategies.
Kim Sun’s expertise encompasses property development, strategic marketing, sales leadership, financial planning, and market expansion. He is highly skilled in real estate investment analysis, competitive positioning, and project lifecycle management, ensuring maximum value creation in every development.
Kim Sun holds a Bachelor of Business (Marketing & International Trade) from the University of Victoria, Melbourne, Australia, graduating with Second Class Upper Honors. He also completed A-Levels from the University of London, with a focus on Accounting and Law.
Kim Sun believes in a consumer-centric, results-driven approach to property development, where innovation, sustainability, and strategic execution come together to create high-value real estate projects. His leadership is built on a foundation of market intelligence, financial discipline, and long-term value creation, ensuring impactful contributions to Malaysia’s real estate landscape.

Alicia Chin
Partner
Alicia Chin is an accomplished finance and business transformation leader with over 25 years of experience across multinational corporations in the Oil & Gas, Energy, and Social Enterprise sectors. She has held senior leadership roles at General Electric (GE) and Baker Hughes, where she led large-scale finance operations, business transformation, and talent development initiatives. Currently, she serves as the CEO of MAD Movement, a social enterprise dedicated to fostering youth leadership and social impact.
Her expertise spans financial governance, corporate strategy, risk management, and operational excellence. A champion of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI), Alicia is committed to creating leadership environments that drive sustainable business growth while aligning with Triple Bottom Line principles—People, Planet, and Profit.
As CEO of MAD Movement, she leads a social enterprise focused on youth leadership and community impact, driving organizational transformation and stakeholder engagement. Previously, as Assistant Controller & Transformation Leader at Baker Hughes, she spearheaded global finance transformation efforts, optimizing operations across a 600-strong workforce while developing data-driven decision-making frameworks.
During her tenure as APAC Finance Leader at Baker Hughes and GE Oil & Gas, she managed over $1 billion in annual orders, overseeing financial strategy, risk management, and team development to ensure alignment with business objectives. She also served as a Board Member at Sapura Baker Hughes TPS Sdn Bhd, where she provided financial governance and strategic oversight in the Oil & Gas sector.
Alicia’s expertise encompasses corporate finance, business strategy, risk and compliance management, leadership development, and diversity, equity, and inclusion advocacy. She is recognized for her ability to drive financial excellence, operational efficiency, and sustainable business practices while fostering a culture of high performance and innovation.
She holds a BSc in Mathematical Science with Finance & Economics from City University London and is a Certified Master Performance Coach from JMC Coach Mastery Academy. She is also a Six Sigma Black Belt certified by General Electric and has completed an executive program in Practical Decision-Making using Data Science at NUS Business School.
Alicia believes that strong leadership unlocks the collective potential of organizations. Her commitment to fostering inclusive leadership, strategic financial management, and sustainable business practices positions her as a transformational leader in today’s evolving corporate landscape

Stephanie Chan
Partner
Stephanie Chan is a seasoned brand and marketing executive with over 16 years of experience at Procter & Gamble (P&G), driving business growth across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. She has a proven track record in brand strategy, market expansion, and consumer engagement, having led high-impact initiatives across diverse regions and product categories. Her expertise spans brand management, retail operations, and business transformation, making her a dynamic leader in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.
Stephanie has held leadership roles in GEMs Entrepreneurial Markets, Brand Function Capability, and Brand Operations for P&G, where she developed innovative strategies to drive brand equity, consumer loyalty, and market penetration. She has also led regional brand portfolios in Shavecare and Fabric & Home Care, successfully managing multi-million-dollar businesses across Japan, ASEAN, and the broader Asia-Pacific region.
Her leadership style is centered on consumer-centric innovation, operational excellence, and strategic brand growth. With a deep understanding of retail dynamics, digital transformation, and omnichannel marketing, Stephanie has played a pivotal role in strengthening brand presence and business performance across emerging and established markets.
As the GEMs Entrepreneurial Markets Lead for Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, she spearheaded market entry and expansion strategies, leveraging local consumer insights to drive business growth. As the Head of Brand Function Capability, she developed frameworks to elevate marketing effectiveness across P&G’s regional teams. Her experience in Brand Operations (Retail) further strengthened her expertise in commercial strategy and in-store execution.
Previously, she served as Senior Brand Manager for Japan Shavecare, leading the brand portfolio in one of the world’s most sophisticated consumer markets. As ASEAN Brand Manager for Shavecare, she managed the business across multiple Southeast Asian markets, implementing innovative go-to-market strategies. Earlier in her career, she played key roles in Fabric Enhancer and Laundry brand management across ASEAN, driving product innovation and category leadership.
Stephanie's expertise encompasses brand strategy, consumer marketing, market expansion, retail operations, and digital transformation. She is recognized for her ability to drive business growth through data-driven decision-making, strategic storytelling, and cross-functional leadership.
Stephanie believes in the power of consumer-centric innovation and brand storytelling to shape successful businesses. Her approach to leadership focuses on agility, collaboration, and delivering value-driven solutions that resonate with consumers while driving long-term brand equity.

Prof. M. Nazri Muhd
Venture Partner | Artificial Intelligence (AI) Expert
With analytics and investment management experience dating back to 1999 in leading financial institutions like Citigroup Asset Management, Prudential Asset Management and Fitch Ratings International based in Singapore.
Currently the lead advisor to over 500 digital transformation initiatives via the University-Industry Partnership and Digital AI Labs (DIAL) programs.
Recognized as the #1 global thought leader in three categories: AI, Predictive Analytics, and Digital Transformation by Thinkers360, a US-based research group.
Achieved the Global Excellence Award 2020 from Global Chamber.Org and honored with the prestigious Suryadatta National Award 2023 for outstanding achievements in Digital Transformation through AI. Acknowledged with the Asia-Pacific Young Business Leader Award (AI/Innovation) in 2010 by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (Malaysia). Awarded IFN's Global Winner for Best Data and Analytics Platform in 2019. Listed among Islamica500's top 500 influential personalities in the Islamic world and economy for A.I./Fintech.
Recently appointed as a distinguished member of the AI Pillar committee under the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountant (ISCA).
Faculty Member: Applied AI for Policy Makers at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP).
AI Expert at the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) and Madani Reserch Centre (MRC).
AI Advisors to more than twenty universities (not limited to): Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Universiti College MAIWP International (UCMI), Sunway University, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR), Quest International University (QIU), Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT), Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam and more.
Presently a Principal Research Scholar and advisor to Institut Dato’ Onn Research Centre (IDORC). Previously served two terms on the Board of Governors for Republic Polytechnic (Singapore) and advised its School of Infocomm.
Diplomat role: Honorary Consul for The Republic of Cabo Verde (West Africa), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Singapore).

Dr. Andrew Yew, PHD
Venture Partner | Immersive and Emerging Technology Expert
Andrew’s expertise lies in the innovation, design, and development of immersive and emerging technologies, namely, extended reality, spatial computing, artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, internet of things, and blockchain.
Cutting his teeth in the technology sector through academic pursuits, first as a PhD candidate, then as a post doctoral research fellow, Andrew conducted research and development on emerging technologies and applications in manufacturing, robotics, healthcare, and education. He earned a PhD from the National University of Singapore and has presented his work at international conferences and published articles in scientific journals. He continues to contribute to the scientific community to this day.
Andrew left academia and co-founded tech startup Ministry XR in Singapore and Malaysia in 2017, serving as its chief technology officer ever since. Ministry XR specializes in the development of immersive and emerging technology applications and solutions. Andrew built the team and operations from the ground up, and has overseen over 50 projects across various industries, including education, finance, telecommunications, property, automotive, advertising, and healthcare.
He continues to be a valuable thought leader and source of guidance to the global community of innovators, business owners, professionals, and emerging technology practitioners. Most recently, through partnerships between Ministry XR and edutech partners, he is working on game-changing immersive education solutions that will transform the quality of education and the robustness of the education system against worldwide problems such as the Covid-19 pandemic.

Philip Whittaker
Principal
Phil holds a Bachelor of Hotel Management, Master of Business and a Graduate Diploma in Digital Business. He is a Fellow of the Australian Marketing Institute and a Certified Practicing Marketer. In 2011, he was inducted into the Sponsorship Australasia Awards Hall of Fame for services to industry and in 2016 was awarded Asia’s Best Marketer, CMO Asia 7th Edition.
Most recently, was our Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of Sim Leisure Group Ltd (public listed on the Catalist Board of SGX) and previously worked as a Strategic Advisor to the group since December 2020. He was the Group Commercial Director prior to assuming the role of CEO since July 2022. In this role, he oversaw the strategic direction, day to day operations, sales, marketing, business development and commercial matters for the group.
Phil was previously the CEO Attractions and Chief Commercial Officer of Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Khazanah Nasional Berhad, where he served for nine years overseeing a portfolio of attractions including KidZania Kuala Lumpur and Singapore, Legoland Malaysia Resort, Adventure Waterpark, The Els Club Golf Courses and the destination marketing for leading integrated resort Desaru Coast.
Prior to that he has over 20 years’ experience in a range of senior marketing, operations and management roles working with leading global brands including Warner Village Theme Parks, Goodwill Games and Warner Bros. Entertainment. He has also successfully founded and managed leading marketing agencies in Australia.

Chow Kuo Seng
Principal | Tax Expert
Chow Kuo Seng has more than 30 years experience in tax audits and back duty investigations and was the Business Tax Audit & Investigation (A&I) leader of Deloitte Malaysia. Based in Kuala Lumpur until retirement.
Kuo Seng's experience in A&I controversy management includes providing tax advisory/consultancy and managing compliance work for local and multinational companies as well as high net-worth individual clients and prudential audit review for tax risk management purposes.
His years of experience in client service, and his profound engagement with the clients and the tax authorities have yielded exceptional resolutions, resulting in positive settlement negotiations, facilitation and amicable resolution of disputes through the Dispute Resolution Proceeding at local tax headquarters.
Kuo Seng's approach has earned the tax authorities' acknowledgement of his uncompromising and yet mutually benefitting methodology, which respects the tax authorities' position and at the same time protects the taxpayer's rights and responsibilities both under law and in adherence with local practices and policies.
Kuo Seng is a tax appeal specialist, and is also a much sought-after speaker at public forums on current tax issues organised by the tax authorities and also by professional firms.
He is a chartered accountant and an approved tax agent under the Malaysian Income Tax Act, 1967.

Candy Lee
Principal
Candy is a seasoned finance professional with more than a decade of global experience at General Electric (GE).
She specializes in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Finance Business Partnering and Finance Transformation. She brings a broad-based finance expertise and a global perspective through her work across various finance functions, industries and geographies (Asia Pacific and America).
Candy began her career in the GE Financial Management Program (FMP) and GE Corporate Audit Staff (CAS) finance leadership accelerator program. Comprised of intensive international rotational assignments and coursework. She gained valuable experiences in Controllership, FP&A, Commercial Finance, Internal Audit, Mergers and Acquisitions and Consulting, partnering GE businesses in the Oil and Gas, Power, Healthcare and Corporate sectors.
Subsequently, Candy joined GE Healthcare at their headquarters in Chicago. She lead and managed a global portfolio as part of the Group FP&A team. In her recent position, she was the Senior Finance Leader for the AKA region (ASEAN, Korea, ANZ) leading P&L responsibilities covering FP&A cycles including budgeting, forecasting, closing and reporting. She also drove the commercial and cost control initiatives including pricing and concessions modelling as well as headcount, compensation and benefit, marketing, travel and living and indirect sourcing governance. In addition, she led change management and finance projects in the areas of digitization, data analytics, process improvement, transformation and productivity to achieve multi-million-dollar savings for the business.
Candy earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from Lancaster University and Sunway University.
She was awarded the Chancellors Scholarship, First Class Honours, Scholastic Award and was also the Valedictorian of her graduating batch to commemorate her high achievements.
Recognized as a driven, solution-oriented leader with strong work ethic, Candy demonstrates agility and effectiveness in engaging cross-functional senior stakeholders in diverse settings to achieve business outcome. Candy continues to bring high standards of work in all her present and future undertakings.

Mary-Ann Ee
Principal
Throughout her 20-year career with GE, Mary-Ann was the "go to" international controller for spearheading large scale transformative restructuring and expansion efforts, maintaining financial stability and driving significant growth.
What differentiates her is her financial acumen combined with a strategic and business focused mindset. She builds ground-breaking strategies, develops a coherent plan around that and motivates large cross-functional global teams to accomplish the mission. She has achieved this across a broad range of problems, disciplines, and at a tremendous scale within diverse industries including energy, aviation and infrastructure.
Mary-Ann started her career in GE as an FMP, which is an intensive two-year leadership program spanning four rotational assignments. These assignments included: financial planning, accounting, operations analysis, auditing, forecasting, treasury & cash management, and commercial finance.
Based on her technical and financial skills in treasury & cash management, she was tapped to lead GE's Asia Intercompany Billing System (IBS) program, by partnering with regional Project Managers, Business Managers, B2P, R2R, WCS, ICO, Corporate Treasury & Local finance and site leaders to implement data integration projects, monitor and improve Asia's IBS systems, focused on innovating a global general ledger interface solution (GLI), standardizing upstream accounting processes within the businesses, resulting in a 20% reduction in reporting time and improving the accuracy and timeliness of intercompany financial information for external stakeholders.
After serving in the IBS project management with GE Corporate, she was asked to lead financial analysis and planning for Asia’s $250MM+ Sensing & Inspection Technologies, a 350-team member organization.
Based on her financial acumen and deep knowledge of GE Sensing’s operational practices, she was tapped to lead the large Pressure product-line supply chain finance function, the 1st profit improvement plan with the goal of capturing a 10% operating margin to improve profitability post-recession.
During 2014-2015, she was based in Fairfield, CT in the United States to launch GE's first global audit analytics department from the ground up, by recruiting, training & developing GE’s first professional audit analytics staff of 15.
In 2015, she transitioned into a strategic role, leading a global team in the design and incorporation of strategic frameworks for GE and its global subsidiaries.
From 2021, she relocated from the US to Kuala Lumpur and led the global team remotely during the pandemic.
She has demonstrated expertise in:
• Finance Transformation
• Project management / PMO
• Process Redesign
• Business Intelligence
• Visualization
• Digitization & Predictive Analytics
• Commercial Optimisation
• Financial Planning and Analysis
• Scrum Agile

Steve Kim / 김 승
Principal - Korea | 상무 - 한국
Steve Kim studied interior architecture at Cornell University, USA and graduated from Shanghai Jiaotong University, China with a BA in Business Administration.
He has more than 20 years of experience as an SME specialist in East Asia and in particular South Korea, structuring foreign sales teams, investment scheme, investor relations and overseas expansion strategies.
He began his career in overseas sales, at a precision component manufacturing company, During Co., Ltd. As the Head of Planning, he successfully lead multimillion dollar deals with Siemens Italy, GM US and China and Philips-Lumileds Malaysia over the course 6 years resulting in the company increasing sales by 20x from USD 2 million to USD 40 million. While in China, Steve was responsible for the China plant expansion and also founded the first Korean e-commerce & entertainment platform with great success.
In 2010, he joined the Korean Branch of Redwood Investment, a US financial advisory firm, refining his knowledge and career in the field of finance. He worked hand in hand with Macquarie Asset Management and Korean banks in the Songdo World Trade Center project.
He continued his finance advisory expertise at a Korean IT company, completing Series-A funding of USD 20 million, and has been continuously working as a Korean SME specialist in the Asian Pacific market after his relocation to Malaysia in the year of 2015.
From his vast experience in the field of manufacturing, IT, finance, media alongside the extensive network in the Asia Pacific and US regions, he is currently advisor for numerous Korean companies in fields of medical devices, construction equipment, entertainment, to cosmetics.

Jonathan Wong
Principal | Sports & Marketing Expert
Meet Jonathan Wong, an illustrious Sports & Marketing specialist with a remarkable career spanning over two decades. With a trailblazing spirit and an impressive portfolio, Jon Wong, as he prefers to be called, has been at the forefront of driving impactful campaigns, revolutionizing branding strategies, and forging transformative partnerships.
A testament to his exceptional abilities lies in his extraordinary achievements. Notably, in a span of just four years, he orchestrated an astonishing 1098% increase in the media value of the Singapore Premier League (SPL), while simultaneously catapulting online viewership by a remarkable 418%, and driving revenue growth by an unprecedented 387%. His strategic insights and visionary leadership breathed new life into Singapore football, positioning it as a dynamic powerhouse within the sports industry.
Jon's accomplishments, however, reach far beyond numbers. His successful organisation of the AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 set a benchmark for the return of mass event organisations after the pandemic. In a mere six weeks, he navigated intricate logistics, meticulously coordinated COVID-19 safety protocols, and curated a comprehensive marketing and broadcasting strategy that became the blueprint for the organisation of mass events in Singapore after the pandemic.
Another chapter of his legacy is his role in creating and then propelling MySports to the forefront of Myanmar's national sports channel within a remarkably short span of just six months underscores his transformative leadership in establishing operations, securing broadcasting rights and nurturing strategic partnerships. This audacious feat solidified his reputation as a game-changer in the sports media landscape.
Jon possesses an expansive skill set that spans the gamut of Sports Marketing, Digital Marketing, Branding, and Strategic Planning. A true visionary, he has embraced innovative technologies, leveraged unorthodox ideas, and disrupted industry norms. His stellar achievements have earned him recognition and collaborations with global entities such as FIFA, CIES, and football associations worldwide.
With an academic background that includes a Diploma in Advertising, and a Bachelor of Science in Communications, Jon combines academic excellence with practical acumen.
If you're seeking a path towards growth and evolution, connect with Jon and experience the enriching journey where visionary strategies meet exceptional outcomes

Jessica Lim
Principal | Marketing Wizard
Jessica Lim is an accomplished Marketing Wizard, whose career has been defined by innovation, leadership, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. With a strong foundation in brand building, digital transformation, and content generation, Jessica's career spans over two decades across iconic brands and industries.
Throughout her journey, Jessica has demonstrated her prowess as an Experienced Brand Builder, having masterminded the transformation of brands from obscurity to prominence. Her strategic acumen has elevated her brands from relative positions to the top tier, consistently outperforming market expectations and leaving an indelible mark.
Jessica is a distinguished Digital Transformation Specialist known for her visionary strategies in facilitating seamless transitions into the digital era for organizations. She excels in orchestrating comprehensive digital transformations, optimizing processes, and establishing impactful global online identities. Moreover, as an accomplished Content Generation Lead, Jessica adeptly combines her creative flair and analytical acumen to craft captivating narratives across diverse platforms. Her prowess in curating compelling content has not only captivated audiences but also positioned her as an innovative trailblazer in content strategy.
Jessica's journey is characterized by her unwavering commitment to excellence, her unceasing drive for innovation, and her ability to orchestrate transformational change. Her professional narrative unfolds across various milestones, each marked by remarkable achievements and notable impacts.
At LottieFiles, a pioneering SaaS platform for animations, Jessica's role as the Global Head of Marketing has been pivotal in driving brand awareness and integrating Lottie animations into design software used by industry giants like Apple.
As the Head of Marketing & Digital Transformation at Motul Asia Pacific, Jessica orchestrated a remarkable turnaround, propelling the brand to the forefront of the B2B/C marketing landscape across 18 countries, achieving a staggering 82% positive brand audience reaction and revitalizing trade activations.
At Honestbee, Jessica's leadership as the Head of Marketing, Habitat & O2O, exemplified her ability to navigate complex ecosystems, stabilize growth, and foster innovation across diverse verticals.
Jessica's tenure at Red Bull, first as the Head of Marketing in Singapore & Malaysia and subsequently as the Digital and Esports Lead, cemented her legacy as a driving force behind iconic events and partnerships, while consistently delivering brand value and engagement growth.
At Adidas, Jessica's ascent from Brand Manager to Senior Head of Marketing, Product, and eventually Head of Women Projects showcased her exceptional ability to curate product portfolios, drive brand efficiency, and lead impactful regional initiatives.
Her journey also encompasses pivotal roles at Hewlett-Packard and Nokia, where she spearheaded groundbreaking marketing campaigns and partnerships that left an enduring mark on the tech landscape.
Education-wise, Jessica holds a Bachelor of Arts in Marketing from the University of Abertay Dundee, Scotland, and is a certified member of The Chartered Institute of Marketing.
Jessica's impact transcends international boundaries as she effortlessly communicates in several languages. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Marketing from the University of Abertay Dundee, Scotland, and certified by The Chartered Institute of Marketing, her legacy is defined by a consistent drive for innovation and excellence within the marketing sphere. Her adeptness in orchestrating transformative change, fostering lasting impressions, and cultivating a culture of excellence extends not only throughout the realm of marketing but also beyond.
Leonardo Mariabelli
Venture Partner | Energy Industry Expert
Leonardo Mariabelli is CEO and Founder of Doctus Engineering and Consulting Pte Ltd. He holds a Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florence in Italy and in his Final Project for Graduation he worked as researcher at University of Twente (NL) in the Thermal Department.
He began his career in 1999 in GE – Nuovo Pignone, as a Process Engineer for the Division Turn Key Plant, based in Florence, Italy. Then in 2002 he moved to more Commercial Roles and in 2004 was assigned abroad and started his career in Sales: in Korea first, based in Seoul, and then Vietnam, based in Ho Chi Minh, till 2010. These initial experiences marked the beginning of a successful story of a person able to open New Market, dealing with EPCs or End User and Governments. The capability to understand the Political and Cultural Environment, in order find the right selling point, was the key.
In 2010 moved to Singapore to run the Asia Pacific Team of CCI (Today IMI-Critical) as Sales Director. This experience lasted till the end of 2016, after a remarkable growth story.
2017-2019 Leonardo was the MD of Kelvion Asia Pacific, a multination specialized in Heat Exchangers across various industries. Grown and consolidated the business around 45 Mil Euro, increased profitability and expanded the business into Servicing.
In 2019 Leonardo left Kelvion and established his own Consulting Firm (Doctus) with the goal of helping SMEs from Europe and USA to introduce and expand niche technology and solutions in the Asia Pacific Market. Executive advisor for a Multinational in the Gas Engine Technology, BD advisor for a Cooler Manufacturer, BD advisor for a Control Valve Company, Project Advisor for a Water Treatment Technology Company. Task accomplished with growth in Sales and Lead Generation.
Today Doctus has been developing a number of Business Units:
Oil & Gas & Power Services, with expertise in Rotating Machinery, Control Valves and Water Treatment
Process Cooling: able to study and recommend the best heat transfer technology for your process
Thermal Insulation: able to recommend the best solution for your plant
Small Power Gen: 2-4 MW
Energy Efficiency and Sustainability: ESG focus and study to recommend the best way to enhance your Plant Efficiency and grow your ESG score

Ben Liau
Venture Partner | Technology Expert
Ben Liau is a highly accomplished technology transformation and industry innovator, and has been in the digital and technology industry for over 18 years spanning multiple countries and industries.
He holds a bachelor degree in IT, from the University of Southern Queensland and a Masters in Business from Queensland University of Technology.
Ben has a proven track record in digital marketing, startups, proptech, and ecommerce, and brings a unique blend of expertise and innovation to every project. He is currently the CEO & Founder of RealestateMY a proptech agency that specialises in digital transformation within the real estate industry.
Prior to founding RealestateMY, Ben has held many high level roles with some of the largest companies globally in various industries including real estate, ecommerce and insurance. Ben has also held C-level positions at publicly listed companies.
Ben started his career in Australia, where he spearheaded the digital transformation of many successful Australian companies including the SUNCORP group, MEYER Corporation, TINYME, FAIRFAX Digital, and IPRIMUS.
In Malaysia Ben was the group CTO for the HEXTAR Global Berhad, a listed conglomerate, and the largest agriculture company in South East Asia. At HEXTAR Ben implemented many technology solutions including an agriculture marketplace, an ERP solution, a warehouse management platform, a POS system, a promotions and rewards app, a human resource management system (HRMS), and a corporate orientation app.
Ben has also been involved in start-ups with his previous start-up CrowdSourceHire in Australia, getting funded by Telstra and being part of the muru D class 2 accelerator program.
Currently Ben focuses his attention in these areas of Proptech:
- Automation
- Smart Cities
- Blockchain
- AR/VR
- Tokenisation
- Green Energy & Sustainability
- Big Data

Gianni Marziali
Venture Partner | Energy Industry Expert
Gianni is CEO and Founder of Xvalens Consultancy and Trading Sdn Bhd. He began his career in 1992 in Nuovo Pignone in Florence-Italy, after graduating in Mechanical Engineering, as a Manufacturing Engineer for the heavy-duty gas Turbine division.
In 1994, he was assigned to the Service Engineer role, under the Service team of GE Oil & Gas. After Covering several roles in GE Oil & Gas Europe, in 2003 he moved to Kuala Lumpur as Localization Manager, establishing the first GE Oil & Gas Field Service Engineering team in Asia Pacific. During his stay in Kuala Lumpur, Gianni covered various roles such as Regional Service Manager, Regional Project director, until his last role in 2013 for GE Oil & Gas, as Regional Leader for the Downstream Business, leading a team of commercial, project manager and Engineering professionals.
In 2017, Gianni joined Exterran Corporation, as Senior Regional Leader for Asia Pacific, India, and China, and promoted to Regional Vice President of Exterran Corporation in 2019. During his tenure in Exterran, Gianni went through a deep regional re-organization to support Exterran’s efficient revenues growth for their multiple business lines.
In 2023 Gianni left Exterran and established his own Consulting and Trading Firm (Xvalens) with the goal of supporting SMEs from Europe and USA to introduce and expand their niche technologies and solutions in the Asia Pacific Market.
Today Xvalens is comprehensive of multiple Business Units and covers several markets in Oil & Gas, Power Services and small PowerGen (2-4Mw), Control Valves and Water Treatment, Process Cooling, Thermal Insulation, Energy and Plant Efficiency and Sustainability best practices to improve ESG scores.

Mara Whittaker
Consultant | Learning & Development Expert
Mara Whittaker is a seasoned training consultant with a wealth of experience and expertise in developing individuals and organizations. With a Graduate Diploma in Education in Training and Development from Griffith University in Brisbane Australia, Mara has honed her skills to deliver impactful training solutions that drive growth and success.
During her six-year tenure as a corporate trainer at Westpac Bank Australia, Mara focused on leadership development, sales training, customer service training, team building, and communication skills. Her deep understanding of organisational dynamics and her ability to tailor training programs to specific needs resulted in measurable improvements in employee performance and overall team effectiveness.
Mara's passion for community development led her to work for the Multicultural Community Centre in Brisbane for six years, where she trained youth and youth leaders on leadership skills. Through her engaging workshops and dynamic outdoor camps, she facilitated transformative experiences that empowered young individuals to reach their full potential.
With her diverse background, Mara brings a global perspective to her training approach. Having spent over 12 years living and working in Malaysia, including working for the Australian High Commission in the Humanitarian department, she possesses a deep understanding of cultural nuances and is sensitive to the diverse needs of individuals from different backgrounds.
Mara's unique methodologies and innovative training techniques set her apart from the crowd. She leverages experiential learning, interactive activities, and practical strategies to deliver training that resonates with participants and drives sustainable behaviour change.

Chan Kud Choy
Consultant / Finance & Controllership
Kud Choy is a strategic and highly motivated finance executive with 20+ years of experience in Corporate Finance covering full spectrum in Controllership, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Strategic Initiatives & Business Transformation. Coverage includes managing complicated matrix reporting with multiple locations oversight; with focus on operational excellence, compliance and finance transformation.
Kud Choy brings extensive experience within the APAC and Emerging Markets globally. He was the Regional Finance Controller based in Dubai for Nielsen (managing 60+ Developing countries) with focus on Financial Reporting, Controllership landscape & Risk Management. Prior to this role, he was Senior Accounting Manager GE (China), managing 60+ staffs on Report-to-Report (R2R) for GE Energy and Capital across APAC.
Kud Choy brings more than 20+ years controllership mindset and business acumen throughout different sectors ranging from manufacturing, supply chain, film/ TV production, real estate, business M&A Integration to consulting.
Kud Choy graduated with Bachelor of Economics from University of Malaya (majoring in Applied Statistics). He’s also Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified with focus on Finance Transformation Projects.
Our Advisors & Mentors

Datuk Loo Took Gee
Advisor
Datuk Loo Took Gee had served in various capacities during her 38 years of service with the Federal Government of Malaysia.
She graduated from University of Malaya with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree in 1978 and joined the Administrative and Diplomatic Service of Malaysia upon completion of a one year training programme at the National Institute of Public Administration (INTAN).
She furthered her postgraduate studies in Japan in 1988 and graduated with a Master Degree in Policy Science from Saitama University, Japan.
She has very broad experiences in policy formulation and implementation in human resources management, financial management and project management, including infrastructure privatisation , while serving at the Public Services Department, Ministry of Works and Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water.
Datuk Loo was appointed Secretary - General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water in August 2010 and served in that capacity before her retirement in August 2016. Subsequently, she was appointed as the Advisor to the Minister of Energy, Green Technology and Water on a one-year contract from September 2016.
During her tenure as the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water, she also served as Chairman of MyPower Corporation, an agency dedicated towards the deregulation of the power industry in Peninsular Malaysia.
Besides, her tenure of seventeen years at the Ministry saw her active involvement as a Board Member of related government agencies & corporations such as Sarawak Hidro Sdn. Bhd., Energy Commission of Malaysia, Malaysia Nuclear Power Corporation, Sustainable Energy Development Authority, Malaysia (SEDA), Malaysia-Thailand Joint Development Authority (MTJDA) and Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad (PAAB).
In the water sector, Datuk Loo had been involved in the potable water industry for a long time, since her days as an officer at the Development Division of the Ministry of Works from 1990 until 1999. She was later involved in the restructuring of the water services industry under the Water Services Industry Act 2006 (ACT 655), where she provided the oversight for the migration of the various states in Peninsular Malaysia as well as the Federal Territories of Putrajaya and Labuan to a new regulatory regime.
Amongst her notable contributions to the water restructuring efforts were her leadership on the lengthy negotiations for the migration of the state of Selangor and the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur from a concession model to an asset-light model of operation . Besides, she also led the study on the tariff setting mechanism to enhance the viability of Indah Water Consortium Berhad .
Currently, Datuk Loo Took Gee is on the Board of YTL Power International Berhad and Hartalega Holdings Berhad as an Independent Non-Executive Director.
Datuk Loo Took Gee was appointed as a Member of the Water Services Commission of Malaysia ( SPAN) for a two years term with effect from 2 February 2023 until 1 February 2025.

Chua Hock Seng
Advisor
Chua Hock Seng is Chairman & Independant Non-Executive Director of N2N Connect Bhd, a company listed on the Malaysian Stock Exchange, Bursa Malaysia.
He holds a diploma in Business Studies from the City of London College. He was Co-Founder of Noone & Co. and Co-Founder of Halim Securities in Malaysia.
He was also Director at The Malaysia Capital Fund Ltd, a member of the Consultant Advisory Board of Bridge Group International Ltd.
He was also a member of the Main Committee, the SCAN Board, and the various sub-committees of Bursa Malaysia, the Stock Exchange of Malaysia.

Roshan Thiran
Advisor
Roshan Thiran is the CEO of Leaderonomics, a social enterprise supporting leadership development amongst all ages across Asia Pacific.
Leaderonomics has grown into one of the largest social enterprises in Asia and the largest in Malaysia. Leaderonomics has built numerous impactful ‘social’ initiatives including DoGoodVolunteer.com, DIODE, Dropzone, Leaderonomics’ Club, LeaderonomicsTV and other social work.
Prior to this role, he was the Director of Global Talent Management with Johnson & Johnson. Roshan was also with the General Electric Company (GE) for more than 12 years, working in a number of roles in the US, Europe and iAsia.
He has won numerous awards in business, HR and leadership development, including a Global HR award and the Malaysia HR Leader Award. Roshan currently is building Edtech and HRTech apps including the award winning Necole LXP and the Budaya app. He writes for various newspapers and global journals and has a weekly radio segment.
He is a key thought leader in the field of leadership and business and frequently speaks at global conferences
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