THE INNOVATORS
LGMS BERHAD FONG CHOONG FOOK
Fong Choong Fook is the founder and executive chairman of LGMS Berhad, a leading Malaysian cybersecurity firm providing cutting-edge services such as penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. Fong earned the title of Cyber Security Professional of the Year at the 2019 Cyber Security Malaysia Awards for his expertise in the field. In 2022, LGMS made its market debut, attracting significant investment from Mitsui & Co. With the company driving LGMS’S expansion into Cambodia, Vietnam and Singapore to meet the increasing demand for cybersecurity services, it has also forged partnerships with telecom giants like TIME dotcom and Telekom Malaysia, as well as Alibaba Cloud. Beyond LGMS, Fong serves on the Digital Advisory Committee for Digitalization under Malaysia’s Ministry of Transport.
GRAB ANTHONY TAN
Co-founder and CEO Anthony Tan, alongside Tan Hooi Ling, launched Grab in 2012, with a vision to improve the safety of taxi rides in the country. Initially known as Myteksi, the app expanded regionally and rebranded as Grab in 2016, diversifying its services beyond cab-hailing. The company went public on Nasdaq in 2021, with its super app providing mobility, delivery, financial, and enterprise services across eight countries. In 2023, it introduced in-app travel innovations, including Grabmaps, for a safe and seamless hyperlocal experience for travellers. Committed to inclusive growth, Grab initiated programmes like the “US$1 million Grabscholar” scholarship and the Grabmerchant Centre to support small businesses.
CATCHA GROUP PATRICK GROVE
Patrick Grove, a seasoned entrepreneur who ventured into the digital landscape in 1999, is a steadfast supporter of Southeast Asia’s tech ecosystem. Drawing inspiration from western concepts, his impact on the region’s digital and e-commerce landscape is significant, from introducing iflix for accessible streaming to creating platforms like icar Asia and Carsome (Malaysia’s first unicorn) for seamless vehicle transactions. He also simplified property search with iproperty, acquired for AU$751 million by the property advertising firm REA Group in 2016. Grove achieved Catcha Digital’s IPO on the ACE market of Bursa Securities in mid-2023, marking the completion of nearly two years of effort. With six IPOS under his belt across three exchanges, he stands as one of Malaysia’s 50 richest people, with a net worth of US$330 million. His ultimate goal is to be one of the greatest global entrepreneurs to emerge from Southeast Asia.
CMY CAPITAL GROUP TAN SRI CHUA MA YU
Tan Sri Chua Ma Yu, a prominent global capital markets investor, is not only known for his financial acumen but also for his philanthropic endeavours. Since 2011, he has held the roles of chairman, founder, and permanent trustee at The Community Chest Malaysia, a charitable organisation dedicated to improving education. Notably,
Chua has generously donated RM170 million to support 980 primary and secondary schools across Malaysia.
In addition to his involvement with The Community Chest Malaysia, he serves as a trustee for Yayasan Toh Puan Zurina, a charitable organisation established by Tun Khalid Yaakob, the former governor of Melaka. This foundation is responsible for the construction and operation of a dialysis hospital in Melaka, contributing significantly to healthcare services in the region.
Beyond his philanthropic efforts, Chua is a connoisseur of art and fine wines, boasting an extensive collection, some of which are showcased at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur, highlighting his passion for the finer aspects of life.
GAMUDA BERHAD DATO’ LIN YUN LING
The group managing director of Gamuda Berhad, Dato’ Lin Yun Ling, has led the engineering, infrastructure and property company since 1981. A civil engineering graduate from King’s College London, he joined the company as a senior project manager and was appointed group managing director four years later at the age of 26.
Lin steered Gamuda from a small construction set-up to Malaysia’s leading infrastructure and property developer with an expanded global footprint across Australia, the UK, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan, India and the Middle East. With his entrepreneurial vision and leadership, he is focused on growing the core businesses of the group, which has demonstrated sustained growth in revenue and earnings over the years. The growth of the group has also been led by a continuous drive for innovation at all levels—from breakthrough engineering solutions for mega infrastructure projects to strategic digital investments transforming the group’s core processes for new business horizons.
As a long-time advocate of sustainable business, Lin is spearheading the group’s Gamuda Green Plan (GGP) 2025, a comprehensive framework with tangible targets and specific steps to reduce direct and indirect corporate greenhouse gas emissions intensity by 30% in 2025, and by 45% in 2030. The GGP 2025 brings about radical green changes to the group’s business strategies and sets the tone for long-term ESG resilience in the global fight against climate change.
As part of its succession plans, Gamuda has appointed several young leaders in their thirties to fill at least half of the board seats and executive positions across the group, in view that ESG and digital will be central to its operations moving forward.
SIME DARBY BERHAD DATO’ JEFFRI SALIM DAVIDSON
Appointed as group chief executive officer of Sime Darby Berhad in 2017, Dato’ Jeffri Salim Davidson has done a spectacular job steering the Malaysian multinational, with core businesses in industrial equipment and motors as well as interests in healthcare and logistics, spread across 19 countries.
A chartered accountant by training, Jeffri has had a long career with the multinational corporation. He served primarily in its industrial and power-systems business divisions, as well as subsidiaries in the region. Most recently, he made waves with Sime Darby’s acquisition of major stakes into both the top-selling national as well as international car brands locally—making the company the largest automotive player in Malaysia—on top of registering over RM200 million profit in the third quarter of this year. The focus on the automotive industry also has Jeffri feeling bullish about Sime Darby’s presence in China, where, among others, it deals with electric vehicles.
VALIRAM GROUP ASHVIN VALIRAM
Ashvin Valiram, one of the dynamic third-generation leaders of the Valiram Group, has played a pivotal role in establishing the group’s reputation as Southeast Asia’s premier luxury goods purveyor and innovative retail specialists. Its portfolio includes brands such as Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Victoria’s
PARATUS ENERGY SERVICES MEI MEI CHOW
With over a decade in leadership at the global oil and gas giant Sapura Energy, and having held multiple C-suite positions at various multinational companies, including the Sime Darby Group, Mei Mei Chow made history as the first female and Asian chairperson of Paratus Energy Services group. This pre-ipo energy group, based in Oslo and London, boasts a portfolio of private and listed companies across Europe and the Americas. Together with the board of Paratus Energy Services, Chow is working to expand the company and secure a European listing in the near future. In addition, she joined the board of Gas Malaysia in August 2023.
As a chartered accountant with over 25 years of experience at senior and management levels, Chow also serves as a trustee and advisor to several non-governmental organisations focused on education, humanitarian assistance, and children’s rights, including Mercy Humanitarian UK, Teach for Malaysia, and Make a Wish Malaysia.
Secret, Bath & Body Works, as well as unique retail concepts like Swiss Watch and Flow. Swiss Watch stands out as the only Malaysian watch retailer that annually organises signature watch events for aficionados.
The Valiram Group’s innovative strides continue to shape the luxury retail landscape, expanding its store presence to over 400 outlets across nine countries. This year, it introduced new offerings such as Rituals, a luxury home and body brand from Amsterdam, and the renowned Moroccan coffee brand, Bacha Coffee. It also established a new open-plan beauty hall, Beaute Love, at KLIA Terminal 1, featuring exclusive travel items from fragrance and cosmetic brands, including Van Cleef & Arpels, Estée Lauder, Gucci, Tom Ford, and more.
GUAN CHONG BERHAD BRANDON TAY
Unbeknownst to many, Malaysia is a major player in the cocoa industry. In fact, GCB Cocoa, established in 1985 and headquartered in Johor, is the largest in Asia, and fourth largest cocoa trader worldwide.
At the helm is Brandon Tay, CEO of Guan Chong Bhd, who took up the reins at the age of 35. According to him, the company is embracing sustainability whole-heartedly by implementing energy-efficient practices in their operations, minimising waste across their facilities, and ensuring traceable and sustainable cocoa sourcing.
Today, the company has a presence in Indonesia, Ivory Coast, the United States of America and Germany. Plus, the company’s cocoa ingredients are exported to over 70 countries, and its clientele includes world-renowned confectionery manufacturers such as Mars, Hershey’s and Lotte of South Korea.
SIME DARBY PROPERTY DATO’ AZMIR MERICAN
Dato’ Azmir Merican believes in leading a company with a compelling strategy that will inspire the entire organisation. Currently, he is steering Sime Darby Property’s transition from a pure-play property developer to a real estate player, with recurring income from diverse revenue streams. Guided by the company’s purpose to be a value multiplier for people, businesses, economies and the planet, Azmir is a proponent of the triple-bottomline approach —creating profits while serving the interests of stakeholders and protecting the environment.
Guiding the organisation towards a compelling net-zero ambition, his leadership signifies a commitment to sustainability and urban biodiversity through impactful initiatives such as connecting forest corridors, rewilding efforts and soil health restorations. He is also keen on innovative real estate projects, with two exceptional developments on the horizon. In the UK, the Battersea Power Station project is also set to launch more residential and commercial components.
INNATURE BERHAD DATIN MINA CHEAH
Datin Mina Cheah, the managing director of Innature Berhad and Malaysian franchise owner of The Body Shop, has grown her business into a leading regional costmetics and personal care retailer. It boasts the largest network of stores in its segment, spanning West Malaysia, Sabah, Cambodia and Vietnam. Cheah, a trendsetter in the online space, was the first to launch an e-commerce site in 2012. The company’s portfolio expanded in 2019 with the addition of Brazilian brand Natura, and it was listed on Bursa Malaysia the following year.
Cheah is also an advocate for social, animal, and environmental causes. She has protested against sex trafficking and animal testing, initiated the Kick the Bag Habit campaign resulting in a plastic bag levy, and raised awareness on HIV/AIDS as a member of the Malaysian AIDS Foundation board. Recognised for her contributions to society, Cheah has received numerous awards, including the Prime Minister’s Corporate Social Responsibility Award.
XIAO EN GROUP DATO’ FRANK CHOO
Dato’ Frank Choo Chuo Siong is the managing director of Xiao En Group, a full-fledged integrated bereavement care provider with over three decades of experience in the bereavement care and memorialisation industry.
Founded by his father, Dato’ Choo Ching Hwa, in 1987, Xiao En Group’s first project was a private memorial park in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan.
Since taking the helm, Choo has been instrumental in driving the growth of Xiao En Group. Under his leadership, the company expanded its operations to include more than ten memorial parks and centres and became involved in housing developments across Malaysia.
Choo is deeply passionate about instigating a meaningful shift in how we perceive life, death and compassionate care for both individuals and the environment. He established Xiao En’s Counselling & Support Department, dedicated to addressing the emotional and mental needs of grieving families. He is also looking to revolutionise sustainable practices within the memorial industry by providing environmentally friendly approaches. Looking ahead, he is focused on Xiao En’s upcoming Tower of Light project in Kuala Lumpur, which will stand as an institution for life education, intertwining it with art and culture.
In addition to his work at Xiao En Group, Choo is also an advisor at the Centre of History & Contemporary Research on China-asean.
MYNEWS HOLDINGS BERHAD DANG TAI LUK
Dang Tai Luk is the founder of Mynews, the man responsible for transforming a modest 200 sqft traditional newsstand into the largest homegrown convenience chain in the country. The 2019 EY Entrepreneur of the Year grew up in a family of rubber tappers in a small village in Perak and attributes his success to his parents’ tenacity and their insistence on education. “Education changed my life and that of my siblings,” Dang explains. “This is the reason why I want to change lives through education.” Schooling took Dang to Canada, where he completed his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science. Afterwards, he worked across Malaysia, Singapore, and Canada. In 1996, he took the plunge into entrepreneurship, working with his wife to open a small newsstand in a shopping mall car park. That small newsstand has now grown into a company that owns and operates over 600 retail outlets domestically, including Korea’s CU, the UK’S Whsmith, Supervalue minimart, and Maru cafe.
True to Dang’s passion, he’s using his success to give back through education. His CSR program, “Allowances That Allow,” supports underprivileged students with a monthly allowance in the years leading up to major examinations.
GEMILANG COACHWORK PANG CHONG YONG
Pang Chong Yong is the cofounder of Gemilang Coachwork, with over 30 years of experience in bus assembly and bus body manufacturing. Based in Johor, Malaysia, but publicly listed on the Hong Kong Exchange, the company is a pioneering manufacturer of aluminium and electric buses using Swiss-based technology. Gemilang has successfully delivered various types of buses to more than 15 markets globally, counting Volvo, Mercedes-benz, Scania and others as its clients. With electrification shaping the future for vehicles, Gemilang has already positioned itself to take the lead in supplying electric buses to public transport operators in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, Australia and Hong Kong to fulfil the growing market demand.
SENJA AMAN DEVELOPMENT DATO’ SIMON FOONG
Dato’ Simon Foong is the CEO of Aquawalk, the company behind Aquaria KLCC, and the co-founder and group managing director of Senja Aman Development. Senja Aman specialises in marketing and establishing global brands, including personal care, lifestyle, and tourismrelated businesses. Foong is also known for his philanthropy and commitment to environmental conservation. Aquaria recently donated RM200,000 to Universiti Malaysia Terengganu for a coral conservation campaign in Pulau Bidong, Terengganu. Foong is also initiating conservation projects in Teluk Bahang to protect an endangered species, the Olive Ridley turtles, which nest on that beach. Looking ahead, Foong is channelling his energies towards a new biomedical specialist centre adjacent to the Angsana Wellness Resort in Penang. This unique facility will offer regenerative and preventive medicine, incorporating state-of-the-art cell therapy into its comprehensive medical wellness offerings.
MALAYSIA SEMICONDUCTOR INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION DATO’ SERI WONG SIEW HAI
Dato’ Seri Wong Siew Hai, a respected veteran in the electronics industry, spent most of his career at Intel and Dell. He’s currently the president of the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA), representing companies in the electrical and electronics (E&E) sector. Established during the pandemic, MSIA now comprises 236 members, representing parent companies from 18 countries. Recognised for driving industry growth, Wong champions Malaysia as a primary destination for E&E investment. He played a pivotal role in shaping strategies for the 12th Malaysia National Plan and New Industrial Master Plan and is a member of Pemudah, a private sector task force aimed at enhancing Malaysia’s business environment and global competitiveness. Currently, his focus is on Academy in Industry, an initiative aimed at encouraging school leavers to join the E&E sector through tailored skill training programs, nurturing a new generation of manufacturing technicians.
VALIRAM GROUP SHARAN VALIRAM
Sharan Valiram stands as one of the pivotal forces behind the transformation of the Valiram Group into Southeast Asia’s foremost luxury goods and comprehensive retail expert.
Originally established in 1935 as a textile trader by his grandfather, the Valiram Group has undergone a remarkable evolution under Valiram and his younger brothers. They have steered the family business from its humble roots into a pinnacle of luxury retail, spanning nine territories and managing an impressive portfolio of 200 brands across diverse categories. These encompass fashion, accessories, timepieces, jewellery, perfumes, cosmetics, confectionery, and innovative dining concepts.
In 2001, Valiram Group expanded into luxury watch retailing, inaugurating its first Swiss Watch boutique in Penang International Airport. Today, Swiss Watch is one of the region’s foremost watch retailers, boasting a collection of 50 prestigious brands and operating across Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, and Thailand.
Apart from running the family business, Valiram serves as president of the Malaysia Retail Chain Association.
MAH SING GROUP TAN SRI LEONG HOY KUM
Tan Sri Leong Hoy Kum is the founder and group managing director of Mah Sing Group, one of the leading property developers today. At the age of 22, he took over from his father and transformed the company, originally a plastics trading firm, into the giant it is today with his creative drive and strategic risk-taking, which has been instrumental in its success. In 2021, he received the Fiabci Property Man of the Year award for his contributions to the industry.
Mah Sing Group has a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial and industrial properties. The company has completed over 200 projects and has a presence in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia. Apart from high-rise residential units, the group plans to prioritise building more affordable homes in future development projects.
NIRVANA ASIA GROUP TAN SRI KONG HON KONG
Tan Sri Kong Hon Kong founded Nirvana Asia Group in 1990, accumulating over three decades of experience as a full-fledged integrated bereavement care provider. Nirvana specialises in promoting culture, most notably in funeral rites and traditions within the Malaysian Chinese community, and runs private cemeteries, columbarium facilities and funeral homes. Under his stewardship, Kong managed to expand the service to Singapore, Indonesia and Thailand as well—making Nirvana one of Asia’s largest death care services provider.
Born in Kuala Lipis, Pahang, Kong is the third child out of ten, and has five children of his own, including previous AMI 2021 honouree, Jo Jo Kong. Also known for his philanthropic nature, he has donated millions to charities, including Chinese associations, educational institutions as well as medical causes over the years.
CAPE EMS CHRISTINA TEE
Christina Tee is the managing director and group CEO of Cape EMS, with over 30 years of experience, primarily in the manufacturing sector. Through her leadership, unwavering commitment and far-sighted business strategy, she has grown the company from a humble business into a globally known manufacturing ecosystem solutions provider in the E&E industry— thanks to her business acumen and familiarity with industry standards and practices across Europe, America and Asia. Having successfully listed the company on the main Bursa Malaysia stock exchange in 2023, one of her personal goals for the company is to achieve a two billion market cap before she turns 60.
Additionally, Tee serves as president of the Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry and holds senior advisory roles in various NGOS, which focuses on ESG. Recognised for her achievements, she has received several awards, including the World Chinese Outstanding Woman Business Leader Award at the 2022 Global Chinese Economic and Technology Summit and the Nanyang 100th Anniversary Superb Brand Award 2023.
ECOWORLD DEVELOPMENT GROUP TAN SRI LIEW KEE SIN
Tan Sri Liew Kee Sin is an awardwinning property developer, with over three decades of industry experience. The visionary leader has built Ecoworld Development Group into one of Malaysia’s largest publicly listed property developers, with a presence that extends to the UK and Australia.
He is credited for securing a significant investment deal with Ballymore Group for three major residential projects in London, a venture that received the MIPIMUK Awards Inward Investment Deal of the Year in 2015. More recently, he was bestowed the title of honorary Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire for transforming the iconic Battersea Power Station into a vibrant mixed-use complex and strengthening Uk-malaysia trade relations. Alongside its innovative, eco-concept townships, Ecoworld is set to introduce more of its Duduk brand of apartments, meeting the the needs of first-time homeowners and those in search of affordable housing options.
SKYWORLD DEVELOPMENT SDN BHD DATUK SERI NG THIEN PHING
Datuk Seri Ng Thien Phing founded Skyworld Development in 2006. Originating from Kuala Krai, Kelantan, Ng began his career in the corporate sector as a conference producer. This led him to establish his first company, NTP World Forum, which swiftly became Malaysia’s largest training provider within three years. Ng then ventured into property development, a move that proved successful. Skyworld’s first project, Ascenda Residences @ Skyarena, Setapak, launched in October 2014 with a gross development value (GDV) of RM399 million and achieved a 96% sell-through rate. The company successfully raised RM320 million in its initial public offering on Bursa Malaysia’s main market, making it the third-largest IPO that year. Skyworld plans to launch ten new developments in the Klang Valley, exceeding a total GDV of RM4 billion. Additionally, Skyworld has begun its regional expansion into Vietnam. Outside of the property sector, Ng is chairman of the National Polytechnic Youth Association. He also established the NTP World Foundation, aiming to provide educational resources for underprivileged communities.
PARAMOUNT CORPORATION JEFFREY CHEW
Jeffrey Chew is the former CEO of OCBC Malaysia and the founder and current chairman of Fundaztic, a P2P financing platform that spans across Malaysia and Singapore. With 23 years of experience in banking and finance, it’s no surprise that he finds it hard to take off the very same “banking and finance” hat. Yet, this hat has served him quite well during his nine-and-a-half years at the helm of property developer Paramount Corporation as the group’s CEO.
He manages the Bursa Malaysialisted company with the shrewdness and instincts of a finance man, as well as the opportunity-driven mindset of an entrepreneur. Since taking the reins at Paramount in 2014, the company’s profits before tax increased from RM75 million in 2013 to RM182 million in 2017. Ambitious yet pragmatic, Chew has elevated Paramount’s stature from a developer of small but successful townships into a developer of highrises in premium locations around Cyberjaya, Petaling Jaya, and downtown Kuala Lumpur. Under his leadership, Paramount ventured into Bangkok with a Thai developer in 2020, a city that he believes has significant untapped potential.
MR D.I.Y TAN YU YEH
Tan Yu Yeh co-founded Mr. D.I.Y, a home improvement retail chain in 2005 with his brother Tan Yu Wei, evolving it into a vast one-stop shop spanning over 2,000 stores across Asia. Their main market listing on Bursa Malaysia in October 2020 was one of the largest IPOS that year, with a market capitalisation of RM10 billion. The company has also branched out into other offerings, like Mr Dollar and Mr Toy—a dollar store and toy store respectively.
The company was recently recognised as “Company of the Year” at the Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards 2023 for the largest reach-outs for community, environmental, and workplace initiatives.
Prior to founding Mr D.I.Y, Tan worked as an engineer and a remisier. Beyond his business ventures, he is renowned for his philanthropic endeavours, generously supporting various charitable organisations and causes. In 2020, he donated RM10 million to the National Disaster Management Agency in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.
KK SUPER MART DATUK SERI CHAI KEE KAN
What began as a humble groundfloor shop at Kuchai Entrepreneur’s Park has since expanded to include over 700 retail outlets across Malaysia, Nepal, and India, offering convenience to retail consumers. Datuk Seri Chai Kee Kan, more commonly referred to as KK Chai, initiated this retail venture with his siblings, investing an initial RM60,000. Through sheer commitment, well-planned strategies, and effective execution, the brand has grown into the household name it is today, continuing to expand its physical stores despite the pandemic. In addition to the core KK Super Mart mini markets, the group oversees a diverse portfolio of businesses, including cafes, kopitiams, hospitality, personal care, automobiles, manufacturing, and real estate. Looking ahead, Chai has ambitious plans, which include a potential listing on Bursa Malaysia, forging a strategic partnership with South Korea’s GS Retail, and expanding their body care and hair care product lines.
BERJAYA CORPORATION VIVIENNE CHENG
Having joined Berjaya Corporation in 1989, Cheng was appointed its executive director in 2005, significantly contributing to the group’s overall success and prestige. Her extensive corporate experience in project financing, capital funding, debt restructuring, initial public offerings, risk management, and group treasury cash management has made her a highly regarded veteran in the industry. Cheng’s invaluable insights and leadership have been honed over three decades, allowing her to excel at Berjaya Corporation and become a respected figure in other prominent corporations.
She also serves as one of three female independent directors on the board of Tropicana Corporation and holds a directorial role at Cosway Corporation. In 2022, she assumed the position of joint group CEO of Berjaya Corporation, just about a year before the conglomerate made a historic announcement in March 2023, unveiling its first all-female board of directors. This milestone aligns with Berjaya’s mission to promote female representation at the highest levels of leadership.
Cheng firmly believes in the importance of women’s empowerment and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) as fundamental pillars of Berjaya’s business structure. She actively works towards promoting greater professional development and mentorship within her team.
MYDIN DATUK WIRA AMEER ALI MYDIN
Datuk Wira Ameer Ali Mydin, the managing director of Malaysia’s foremost halal wholesaler and retailer, previously worked as a banker before joining the family business. He expanded Mydin’s network to 68 branches across Malaysia, emphasising on exceptional customer service and conducting business with integrity. Ameer’s dedication to social causes is equally remarkable, demonstrated by his active involvement in numerous CSR programs, particularly those aiding the less fortunate. Recently appointed as co-chairman of Pemudah, a goverment task force, Ameer aims to streamline and enhance businessgovernment interactions.
VALIRAM GROUP MUKESH VALIRAM
Mukesh Valiram heads the Valiram Group—southeast Asia’s foremost retail and lifestyle conglomerate— alongside his brothers. His strategic vision involves introducing innovative brands and forming partnerships with renowned international luxury labels. With a keen market insight, the Valiram
IOI CORPORATION DATO’ YEOW CHOR LEE
Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor is the group managing director and chief executive of IOI Corporation, one of the largest integrated palm oil plantation groups in Malaysia.
He is the eldest son of the late Tan Sri Lee Shin Cheng, who established IOI Group, which also includes one of the largest property groups, IOI Properties. Listed among the top ten richest Malaysians this year, Lee, alongside his brother, Lee Yeow Seng, are spearheading IOI Properties’ funding of a massive development project in Singapore’s Marina Bay financial district, which comprises a blend of commercial, residential and mixed-use hotel components.
A dedicated leader, Lee upholds his late father’s motto of “integrity, hard work and passion,” which remain the foundational principles of IOI Corporation. The company now employs over 28,000 people, with a presence in eight countries worldwide.
Group now boasts a diverse portfolio of over 200 brands, operating across more than 400 stores in nine territories.
In the past two years, the group unveiled the MLB flagship store, a popular Korean fashion brand, at Singapore’s Mandarin Gallery. This was followed by the introduction of exclusive brands like Rituals, a luxurious home and body brand from Amsterdam, and Bacha Coffee, a Moroccan coffee sensation, with outlets in both Singapore and Malaysia. Additionally, travellers at KLIA Terminal 1 can explore the new open-plan beauty hall, Beaute Love, featuring travel-exclusive items from luxury fragrance and cosmetics brands, including Van Cleef & Arpels, Estée Lauder, Gucci, Tom Ford, and more.