THE300LIST

Datin Vivy Sofinas Yusof

This London School of Economics law grad has come a long way since cofounding FashionValet and the dUCk Group; as proven by her fashion e-commerce platform that tripled in revenue over a twoyear period. This social media superstar saw a successful round of fundraising early last year.

Dato’ Rosemarie Wee

This veteran hotelier is the director of community relations at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, whose vital role is to forge strategic partnerships throughout Southeast Asia. Nominated as the first woman president of the Rotary Club of Pudu, her philanthropic efforts are widely known and honoured.

Dato’ Seri Wan Azizah Wan Ismail

Malaysia’s first female deputy PM is a force to be reckoned with, alongside her husband, Port Dickson MP Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim. Malaysia’s change of government brought this stalwart politician to the forefront, and she is also the first woman to chair the weekly Cabinet meeting.

Claus Weidner

With Claus Weidner at the helm as CEO and president, German luxury automaker MercedesBenz Malaysia has achieved significant market growth and numerous awards. He brings with him over 20 years’ experience from similar key leadership positions across Hong Kong, Macau and Indonesia.

Chris Wan

The general manager of Corum Malaysia understands Malaysia’s niche luxury watch market, and makes it his mission to lead the brand to new heights both locally and internationally, through strategic collaborations with bodies like the United Nations Refugee Agency as well as with various Malaysian celebrities.

Tunku Dato’ Yaacob Khyra

This down-to-earth Negeri Sembilan royal heads many public listed companies, and plays a major role in raising investments for MAA Group. His accountancy background started his illustrious career in finance while his sense of community and charity keeps him busy as the chairman of The Budimas Charitable Foundation.

Captain Wee Eng Lee

Former AirAsia pilot Captain Wee has over 34 years of flying experience, including a stint with the Royal Malaysian Air Force as well as China Airlines and Malaysia’s national carrier. Now an instructor at the Asian Aviation Centre of Excellence, he travels often with his wife Dato’ Rosemarie.

Datuk Seri Michael Yam

The CEO and managing director of Impetus Alliance Advisors has over 30 years’ experience in the construction, real estate and corporate sectors. He’s served in leadership positions at awardwinning public listed property companies and enjoys spending time with his wife Datin Seri Cindy Yam and their children.

“A champion is afraid of losing. Everyone else is afraid of winning.” —Billie Jean King

Datin Sri Barbara Yap

This stylish socialite frequents the best parties in town. Together with her husband Dato’ Sri Yap Teiong Choon, she hasn’t been remiss of her strong sense of philanthropy given her generous donations to underprivileged groups like Make A Wish Malaysia and environmental organisations like WWF.

Yap Weng Yau

Formerly an Ernst & Young senior executive, the son of Dato’ Sri Yap Teiong Choon and Datin Sri Barbara Yap serves as the director of business development at YTC Global plus sits on the board of numerous companies today. He is married to Evonne Khoo and prefers keeping a low profile.

Felicia Yap

A year after this former catwalk model and avid traveller penned her debut novel Yesterday, her book was published around the globe and translated to 14 languages. Naturally curious about the world around her, she’s visited more than 130 countries, seeking out universal truths about the human condition.

Tan Sri Francis Yeoh

YTL Group of Companies’ executive chairman is the eldest son of the late Tan Sri Yeoh Tiong Lay. Honoured for his efforts in putting Kuala Lumpur on the map as an international tourism destination, this familyoriented business magnate prioritises family time and giving back to the community.

Datuk Seth Yap

Breaking the mould is a speciality of M101 Holdings’ CEO, who recently launched the Red by Sirocco hotel, with the opening of the Monopoly Mansion underway: the world’s first Monopoly-themed hotel in partnership with US toy company Hasbro. His partner in life and in business, Datin Lea Chan is his closest confidant.

Jacob Yeoh

The deputy CEO of YTL Communications believes that mobile Internet should be a right for every Malaysian. He’s been instrumental in building the telecommunications business from the ground up, offering one of the most competitive prepaid and post-paid price plans in the country today.

Dato’ Sri Yap Teiong Choon

Dato’ Sri Yap established his reputation in Malaysia’s property development industry as executive director of SHL Consolidated Group, expanding their portfolio of properties in the Klang Valley. His free time is spent between philanthropic interests and his love for art.

Joseph Yeoh

The vice president of YTL Hotels and YTL Land & Development has an eye for customer-oriented practices, overseeing the many properties and developments under the group ranging from residential projects to hospitality. Married to Jennifer Nielsen Friis, he enjoys keeping occupied with his children.