Malaysia's Premier Startup Entrepreneur Event

Entrepreneurs Summit IV

Kuala Lumpur

17 OCTOBER 2023 9:00AM-5:00PM
NETWORKING PARTY 5:00PM ONWARDS
Auditorium, Level 26
Menara AFFIN @ TRX

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Ben Lim

Founder & CEO, NEXEA

Ben Lim founded NEXEA in 2015, and today it invests & supports Startups with over RM1 billion in revenues in total. NEXEA connects Startups with 50+ Angel Investors, 20+ Corporate Partners, and all relevant Government agencies.

YB Rafizi Ramli

Minister of Economy, Malaysia

YB Tuan Mohd Rafizi bin Ramli is the Minister of Economy effective 3rd December 2022, overseeing the nation's medium and long-term socioeconomic development planning. He is currently the Deputy President of the People's Justice Party (PKR) and Member of Parliament for Pandan.

YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib

Deputy Minister of Economy

YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib is Member of Parliament (MP) of Malaysia for Mukah (P213) since May 2018. She is currently the Deputy Minister of Economy of Malaysia in the Unity Government. During YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib first term as MP, she served as Deputy Ministry in the Prime Minister’s Department in charge of Sabah and Sarawak Affairs from March 2020 to November 2022. She played a key role in coordinating and supporting the negotiation process of implementing Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63).

Bryan Loo

Founder & CEO, Loob Holding
(Tealive & Bask Bear Coffee)

Bryan Loo, the award-winning entrepreneur best known for making Tealive the top lifestyle tea brand in South-east Asia, wants to bring joy to people’s lives through tea, modernise tea-drinking culture and make it the “New Coffee”. Envisioning Tealive as a brand that’s “Born in Malaysia, Raised for The World”, Bryan quickly scaled up to about 900 outlets serving 5.5 million consumers each month in 10 countries – Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, United Kingdom, Canada, Cambodia, Australia, Brunei and Mauritius.

Noor Neelofa Mohd Noor

Founder, TheNoor

Neelofa has made a name for herself in showbiz and is a sought-after figure in fashion and beauty who has collaborated with some of the world's most recognisable companies. She is also a successful businesswoman, heading the Naelofar hijab firm. She also established Nilofa, an eco-friendly fruit milk firm, and TheNoor, an Islamic content mobile app, lighting up the life of every muslim and an app that's handy and accessible at any point of time.

Nizam Mohamed Nadzri

CEO, MDV

Nizam Mohamed Nadzri is a recognised leader in Malaysia's tech and finance sectors, currently serving as the CEO of MDV. Under his leadership, MDV has made significant strides as the nation’s tech financier by expanding its financial services and bolstering partnerships to foster technological innovation in Malaysia. With more than 30 years of experience, Nizam has held various leadership positions including as a VP of transactions at Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation Berhad, Securities Commission's MESDAQ Unit, and the MESDAQ Department at Bursa Malaysia.

Boon Kim San

Head of Digital Business and Innovation, AFFIN BANK

Boon Kim San (Boon) is the Head of Digital Business & Innovation for Group Enterprise Banking, Affin Bank Bhd., with experience in managing digital transformation for Enterprise Business divisions. He has more than 10 years in implementing technology, digital customer experience and team management, his background inform him mindful on digital and innovative approach.

Fabian Bigar

CEO, MyDIGITAL Corporation

Mr. Fabian Bigar took on the role of Chief Executive Officer at the Strategic Change Management Office (SCMO) on April 19th, 2021. Prior to this role, Mr Fabian Bigar has had a notable positions at Ministry of Health, Prime Minister’s Department, and PEMANDU. With a Bachelor of Science degree from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA and a Masters in Public Policy from the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies in Tokyo, Japan, Mr. Fabian Bigar brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to his current leadership role.

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9.00am

Morning Networking Over Coffee

9.30am

Welcoming Speech

Datuk Wan Razly, CEO of Affin Bank

9.40am

NEXEA - The Untold Story

Ben Lim, Founder & CEO of NEXEA

10.00am

Crazy Risks & Crazier Entrepreneurs

Keynote Speech:
Moderator: Karamjit Singh, Founder & CEO of DNA
Bryan Loo, Founder & CEO of Loob Holding
(Tealive & Bask Bear Coffee)

10.30am

Building Value In An Un-Sexy Space In Perpetual Winter

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Karamjit Singh, Founder & CEO of DNA
Stephanie Ping, Co-Founder & CEO of WORQ Coworking Space
Andrew Yeow, Co-Founder & CFO of WORQ Coworking Space

11.00am

Expand & Conquer - Entrepreneurs Going International

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Raja Jesrina Raja Arshad, Founder & CEO of PurelyB
Izmir, CEO of Crewstone
A.Balasubramaniam, Director of Digital Export Division at MDEC
Johary, Founder & CEO of Forest Interactive

11.30am

Networking Break

12.00pm

The Unicorn Sickness:
Rethinking What Counts as Successful Entrepreneurship

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Alan Lim, President of MBAN
Nizam Mohamed Nadzri, CEO of MDV
Jamaludin Bujang, Managing Partner (Malaysia), Gobi Partners
Shi Ying Lau, Founder & Managing Partner of Adaptive Capital Partners

12.30pm

Keynote Address by Minister Rafizi

YB Rafizi Ramli

1.00pm

Lunch & Networking

2.00pm

Open Dialogue with Audience: Future of Malaysian Startup Ecosystem

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Adlin Yusman, Managing Director of Endeavor Malaysia
KH Ang, Head of Innovation and Industry Development at Cyberview
Kashfi Alwi, Senior Vice President Ecosystem Development of Cradle
Safuan Zairi, Chief Ecosystem Development Officer for MRANTI

2.30pm

Beauty and The Hacker - The Neelofa Scaleup Journey

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Datuk Fadzli Shah, CEO of MX Global
Noor Neelofa Mohd Noor, Founder of TheNoor
Mohd Izzairi Yamin, Co-Founder & CEO of TheNoor

3.00pm

Facing the Valley of Death:
The Few Startups That Made It Through Their First Year

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Bryan Fernandez, Chief Customer Success Officer of Biz Tech Asia
Andrew Chee, Founder & CEO of Runningmen
Shermaine Wong, CEO of Cult Creative
Mohandeep Singh, Founder & CEO of Agiliux Cloud Insurance

3.30pm

Pandemic Startup Babies - Where Are They Today?

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Jeff Sandhu, COO of 42 Malaysia
Thinesh Kumar Kamalagaran, CEO of Mindappz
Jeshua Choong, Founder & CEO of carching
Moses Lenjau Vinsien, Founder and Managing Director of EB Tech

4.00pm

Tech Startup Ecosystem: Corporates & Government Mutual Dependence Based on Trust

Panel Discussion:
Moderator: Peter Wee
Boon Kim San, Head of Digital Business and Innovation, Affin Bank Berhad
Fabian Bigar, CEO of MyDigital
Kugan Thirunavakarasu, Chief Innovation Officer of CelcomDigi Berhad

4.30pm

Networking Session & End

5:00pm

Networking Party at The Iron Fairies, KL

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Current and Past Speakers

Ben Lim

Founder & CEO, NEXEA

Ben Lim founded NEXEA in 2015, and today it invests & supports Startups with over RM1 billion in revenues in total. NEXEA connects Startups with 50+ Angel Investors, 20+ Corporate Partners, and all relevant Government agencies.

YB Rafizi Ramli

Minister of Economy, Malaysia.

YB Tuan Mohd Rafizi bin Ramli is the Minister of Economy effective 3rd December 2022, overseeing the nation's medium and long-term socioeconomic development planning. He is currently the Deputy President of the People's Justice Party (PKR) and Member of Parliament for Pandan.

YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib

Deputy Minister of Economy

YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib is Member of Parliament (MP) of Malaysia for Mukah (P213) since May 2018. She is currently the Deputy Minister of Economy of Malaysia in the Unity Government. During YB Dato Hajjah Hanifah Hajar Taib first term as MP, she served as Deputy Ministry in the Prime Minister’s Department in charge of Sabah and Sarawak Affairs from March 2020 to November 2022. She played a key role in coordinating and supporting the negotiation process of implementing Malaysia Agreement 1963 (MA63).

Bryan Loo

Founder & CEO, Loob Holding
(Tealive & Bask Bear Coffee)

Bryan Loo, the award-winning entrepreneur best known for making Tealive the top lifestyle tea brand in South-east Asia, wants to bring joy to people’s lives through tea, modernise tea-drinking culture and make it the “New Coffee”. Envisioning Tealive as a brand that’s “Born in Malaysia, Raised for The World”, Bryan quickly scaled up to about 900 outlets serving 5.5 million consumers each month in 10 countries – Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, United Kingdom, Canada, Cambodia, Australia, Brunei and Mauritius.

Noor Neelofa Mohd Noor

Founder, TheNoor

Neelofa has made a name for herself in showbiz and is a sought-after figure in fashion and beauty who has collaborated with some of the world's most recognisable companies. She is also a successful businesswoman, heading the Naelofar hijab firm. She also established Nilofa, an eco-friendly fruit milk firm, and TheNoor, an Islamic content mobile app, lighting up the life of every muslim and an app that's handy and accessible at any point of time.

Nizam Mohamed Nadzri

CEO, MDV

Nizam Mohamed Nadzri is a recognised leader in Malaysia's tech and finance sectors, currently serving as the CEO of MDV. Under his leadership, MDV has made significant strides as the nation’s tech financier by expanding its financial services and bolstering partnerships to foster technological innovation in Malaysia. With more than 30 years of experience, Nizam has held various leadership positions including as a VP of transactions at Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation Berhad, Securities Commission's MESDAQ Unit, and the MESDAQ Department at Bursa Malaysia.

Boon Kim San

Head of Digital Business and Innovation, AFFIN BANK

Boon Kim San (Boon) is the Head of Digital Business & Innovation for Group Enterprise Banking, Affin Bank Bhd., with experience in managing digital transformation for Enterprise Business divisions. He has more than 10 years in implementing technology, digital customer experience and team management, his background inform him mindful on digital and innovative approach.

Fabian Bigar

CEO, MyDIGITAL Corporation

Mr. Fabian Bigar took on the role of Chief Executive Officer at the Strategic Change Management Office (SCMO) on April 19th, 2021. Prior to this role, Mr Fabian Bigar has had a notable positions at Ministry of Health, Prime Minister’s Department, and PEMANDU. With a Bachelor of Science degree from Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA and a Masters in Public Policy from the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies in Tokyo, Japan, Mr. Fabian Bigar brings a wealth of expertise and knowledge to his current leadership role.

Stephanie Ping

Co-Founder & CEO, WORQ Coworking Space

Stephanie is a highly accomplished entrepreneur with a strong academic background and a wealth of experience in both technology and real estate. She graduated in the top 5% of her class at Stanford University, where she earned a BA in Economics and an MS in Management Science and Engineering. With 14 years of experience in the United States, including a key role as Head of Business Development and Investor Relations at Axis REIT, Stephanie combined her knowledge of technology and real estate to launch WORQ, a leading coworking space and real estate innovation company in Malaysia.

Andrew Yeow

Co-Founder & CFO, WORQ Coworking Space

Andrew is co-founder & CFO of WORQ, where he heads strategy, operations, marketing, and finance. He was previously a Fund Manager at CIMB-Principal. He rose from Associate to Fund Manager within 3 years and was tasked to manage a fund worth RM30mil. Andrew’s internal portfolio significantly outperformed the overall fund’s returns in a tough economic environment. As a banking analyst, 70% of his stock calls were ahead of market consensus, which helped optimize capital allocation for his clients. Andrew graduated from the University of Michigan with degrees in Financial Mathematics and Economics. He was a CFA Charterholder from 2014 to 2018.

Jamaludin Bujang

Managing Partner (Malaysia), Gobi Partners

A supporter of Gobi’s efforts to expand in ASEAN since 2014, Jamal joined the firm in 2019 and is overseeing operations and investment activities at Gobi’s Kuala Lumpur office. He has 15 years of experience in equity research, investment evaluation, corporate finance, merger and acquisition, and an additional 14 years of experience in Venture Capital. Prior to Gobi, he was the CEO of MAVCAP, Malaysia’s largest venture capital firm, which has directly and indirectly invested in over 1,100 startups since 2001. While at MAVCAP, Jamal shifted the company’s strategic direction to focus on raising funds from the private sector and managing funds with local and international VC partners, including 500 Startups, Elixir Capital, Gobi Partners, Vynn Capital and Intres Capital.

Thinesh Kumar Kamalagaran

CEO, MindAppz

Thinesh Kumar Kamalagaran is the CEO of MindAppz, a pioneering platform established in 2018. MindAppz serves as a specialized online education marketplace catering to the region, providing a seamless and secure shopping experience for both buyers and sellers. MindAppz is committed to continuous platform enhancement. Its vision is to become the top Education eCommerce destination in the region, offering exceptional value and meeting the diverse needs of its users.

Ahmad Izmir Mujab

CEO, Crewstone International

Izmir is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in entrepreneurship and private equity. Growing up in Milan, Italy, Izmir is multilingual and possesses a Bachelor's degree in commerce and entrepreneurship from Curtin Business School. Izmir graduated in the top 1 percent of university and was inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society. He has a proven track record of successfully securing funding for his own business ventures, giving him a unique perspective and expertise when dealing with entrepreneurs and growth stage companies.

Mohd Izzairi Yamin

Co-Founder & CEO, TheNoor

Izzairi is the co-founder and CEO of TheNoor. The company's ambitious objective is to become the foremost Muslim lifestyle app globally, aiming for rapid growth and widespread adoption among Muslims worldwide. Their goal is to have TheNoor app seamlessly integrate into the daily lives of users, facilitating the practice of Islamic habits and values for a more enriched lifestyle.

Datuk Fadzli Shah

CEO, MX Global

Dato' Fadzli Shah is the CEO of MX Global, a cryptocurrency exchange licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia (RMO-DAX). He has been a long time advocate for Malaysia's digital economy and 4th industrial revolution. Previously, he was the Chief Strategy Officer of MDEC, President of the Technopreneurs Association of Malaysia (TEAM), founding partner at SEAsia focused Team Venture Capital and a serial tech entrepreneur. Dato' Fadzli is also currently advisor to multiple companies involved in Blockchain technology including eInvoicing, NFTs, provenance/traceability, Initial Exchange Offerings and Sino-Malaysia cross border development (Zetrix).

Johary Mustapha

Founder & CEO, Forest Interactive

Johary Mustapha, an entrepreneur in the mobile and tech industry, is the founder and CEO of Forest Interactive, a mobile service and platform provider headquartered in Kuala Lumpur. Johary founded Forest Interactive in 2006 from his earlier background of working with broadcasting and ICT companies. With his years of experience and deep understanding of the tech ecosystem, specifically the mobile industry and its growth in Southeast Asia and all over the world, he has steered Forest Interactive from its beginnings with only 3 employees to it being a multinational company with 150 talents of 18 different nationalities, operating in 30+ countries.

A.Balasubramaniam

Director of Digital Export Division, MDEC

Mr. A.Balasubramaniam (Bala) is the Director of Digital Export Division at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), an agency under Ministry Of Communications & Digital, focused on facilitating the success of Malaysia Digital (formerly known as MSC Malaysia), Digital Economy and the companies operating in it. He has played a pivotal role in attracting foreign venture capital to Malaysia since 2013 and has worked closely with the Securities Commission to shape policies and incentives for venture capitalists. Bala's strategic inputs were instrumental in revising incentives for the venture capital industry in the 2018 budget.

Shi Ying Lau

CEO & Managing Partner,
Adaptive Capital Partners

Shi Ying is the Managing Partner at Adaptive Capital Partners, a Singapore-based venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology startups with a focus on Healthtech. Shi Ying brings over 15 years of experience in management consulting and tech, having worked on projects in various industries and locations. Before joining Adaptive, she was the former Head of GrabCar for Malaysia, where she helped the company become a market leader in private car ride-hailing services within two years. The firm's first fund is Evergreen and anchored by a prominent businessman in the region.

Shermaine Wong

Co-Founder & CEO, Cult Creative

A champion for creatives, Shermaine Wong is the co-founder and CEO of Cult Creative, a career discovery and networking platform for South East Asia’s creative workforce. She joined the creative industries in 2009 and worked at several boutique public relations firms and a prestigious publishing agency before launching Tish Events, an experiential marketing agency in 2016, and helmed global clients like Walt Disney Studios, Nestle, Procter & Gamble, and Cartier. Leveraging the role of technology for talent acquisition, engagement and retention, Cult Creative is the first all-women creative led tech company with regional growth fund success to integrate Southeast Asia’s creative communities towards regional development.

Jeshua Choong

Founder & CEO, carching

Jeshua is the man behind the wheels of carching, a mobility startup that helps car owners to unlock more value from every drive they make, effectively turning their KM into RM. His journey is heavily rooted in economics and creative where he focuses on solution-based initiatives that creates meaningful impact to the communities carching is in. Constantly questioning sociatal norms, he is on a mission to alleviate the mobility frictions in South East Asia through unconventional methods - either to generate passive cash flow or reduce time wastage.

Moses L Vinsien

Founder & Director, EB Tech

Moses is the founder and director at EB Tech, an Enterprise SaaS company providing business optimization solutions to companies through the utilization of Vision AI technology. These solutions empower customers to enhance their overall business operations, resulting in improved work efficiency and cost reduction. EB Tech's focus currently spans three key industries: agriculture, infrastructure/energy, and carbon credit industries. The grand vision at EB Tech is to become the leading Vision AI-based company in Southeast Asia and optimize businesses across multiple industries globally.

Mohandeep Singh

Founder & CEO, Agiliux Cloud Insurance

Mohandeep Singh is a tech founder, business leader, father, and engineer-at-heart who values dedication, service, and excellence. He has built a legacy spearheading the adoption of cloud-based SaaS in Malaysia. Deep earned his Bachelor's of Engineering degree from Thapar University (India), his MBA from Punjabi University (India), and has been residing in Malaysia since 2001. With a background in engineering and technology, consulting, corporate sales, and leadership, his expertise expands over several industries including tech, banking, insurance, finance, and more. He’s a tireless and effective leader focused on delivering world-class distribution and automation solutions to B2B enterprise companies across Asia and beyond.

Datuk Wan Razly

President & Group Chief Executive Officer, AFFIN BANK

Datuk Wan Razly is an experienced banker, having had solid banking experience in commercial and investment banks, both in Malaysia and Indonesia. He has more than 24 years of experience in corporate strategy, finance, investment banking, consumer banking, accounting and audit services

Adlin Yusman

Managing Director, Endeavor Malaysia

Adlin is the Managing Director of Endeavor Malaysia. He is an experienced digital leader, equipped with deep knowledge in the technology sphere and strong P&L management skills. He focuses on driving excellence through good leadership and empowerment. Prior to joining Endeavor, Adlin has co-founded 4 tech companies across different industries. He has also served large MNCs and corporates on digital transformation initiatives and venture building efforts. As the Managing Director of Endeavor Malaysia, Adlin aims to grow and strengthen the Malaysian chapter to create a large and long-lasting impact for the local ecosystem.

Andrew Yap

Founder & Managing Director, BookXcess

Andrew Yap, the Managing Director of BookXcess, is a self-made businessman who has revolutionized the book industry. His passion lies in providing affordable books to promote reading and improve literacy levels. Together with his wife and partner, Jacqueline Ng, they have successfully created an empire that offers English books across various genres at 50% - 80% off regular prices. BookXcess, known for organizing the renowned Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, has grown exponentially since its inception in 2006. With a keen eye for business and a commitment to accessibility, Andrew Yap continues to make a significant impact in the world of books.

Brian Fernandez

Chief Customer Success Officer, Biztech

Brian has 25 years of experience in Executive Search, Radio, Sales, Marketing, Consulting, Business Development. His experience spans the technology, healthcare, automotive, multilevel marketing, insurance, and recruitment industries. He leads Talent Search International, a regional headhunting firm focusing primarily on senior-level positions. Brian is a headhunter for mainly senior and middle management roles in Aerospace, Technology, and Finance. He has blended his passions for headhunting and business by becoming a part-time business radio presenter. What that allows him to do is to give amazing insights in two ways. On Radio, he is able to give real-world business experience, and being a headhunter, he has his pulse on the ground! Brian has been a headhunter since 2001.

KH Ang

Head, Innovation and Industry Development, Cyberview

Ang heads the Innovation and Industry Development Department under Technology Hub Development Division in Cyberview overseeing the Smart City initiatives and Cyberview Living Lab programmes covering the Talent, Accelerator, Pilot, and Enterprise pillars. Previously, he was a Regional Manager for Asia involved in business development focusing on attracting digital technology investment from Greater China. Ang has more than 10 years experience in industry talent development and talent analytics covering both scaleups & startups.

Alan Lim

Co-Founder, MBAN

Alan is a founding partner and Principle Advisor for NEXEA, where he is responsible for overseeing the development of strategic initiatives for startups under their investment. He is a member of the investment committee and an expert in advising and mentoring companies on strategic growth and regional expansion. Alan has a proven track record of successfully growing startups, having co-founded and served as CEO of MediaBanc Group, the largest media monitoring and insights company in Southeast Asia, and expanding other companies such as Commsight to multiple countries.

Ash Alwi

Senior Vice President Ecosystem Development, Cradle Fund

Ahmad Kashfi Alwi, also widely known as Ash, is a dynamic and accomplished professional with extensive experience in ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement initiatives, and marketing. He currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Ecosystem Development at Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd, where he plays a pivotal role in driving the organization's growth and success.

Safuan Zairi

Chief Ecosystem Development Officer, MRANTI

Safuan Zairi is the Chief Ecosystem Development Officer for MRANTI. He and his team devote their passion and commitment towards accelerating the commercialisation of local technology and innovation. Currently at MRANTI, Safuan and his EcoSystem Development team manages the end-to-end Technology Commercialisation facilitation and intervention programmes which includes Incubation & Capacity Development, International Innovation Hub and Centre of Excellence, HealthTech as well as DroneTech.

Kugan Thirunavakarasu

Chief Innovation Officer, CelcomDigi Berhad

T. Kugan was appointed as Chief Innovation Officer since 1" December 2022. Kugan has an extensive 20 years' experience in the Telecommunication industry. He was the Chief Emerging Business Officer at Celcom. Prior to Celcom, Kugan was the Chief Marketing Officer in Smartfren Indonesia and a board member for Sinzumas Digital Ventures responsible for the overall commercial business. Kugan started his career with Ericsson Sweden and has worked in various international market covering Europe, North Africa during his tenure with Ericsson Sweden before returning home to Malaysia and joining DiGi and Maxis shortly thereafter.

Jeff Sandhu

COO, 42 Malaysia

As the COO of 42 Malaysia (a joint-venture nation-building initiative by Sunway Education Group & Khazanah Nasional Dana Impak), Jeff spearheads a revolutionary education model that is inclusive and diverse to help Malaysia achieve its digital talent aspirations. He boasts a decade of experience in media and startups, notably with BFM Radio. Recognised as a delegate representing Malaysia at the inaugural 2015 ASEF Young Leaders Summit and a 2019 US State Department IVLP honoree, Jeff is a seasoned moderator dedicated to innovative education and ecosystem builder.

Karamjit Singh

CEO, Digital News Asia

Karamjit Singh is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Digital News Asia. Karamjit founded Digital News Asia with a vision that media should play its role as the Fourth Estate and on the belief that timely, insightful and analytical coverage can help the tech ecosystem in South-East Asia, especially Malaysia, grow and develop.

Raja Jesrina Arshad

Founder & CEO, PurelyB

Jesrina is the Founder and CEO of PurelyB (www.PurelyB.com), a leading health and wellness lifestyle brand in SE-Asia, elevating Malaysian superfoods onto the global stage. At PurelyB, Jesrina is dedicated towards the transformation of people's well-being and the empowerment of sustainable, health-conscious living – a mission deeply rooted in her own inspiring journey toward personal health transformation. Today PurelyB has 7 million+ users across the globe including Malaysia, Singapore, USA, Australia and France, as they champion sustainable healthy living harnessing the power of Asian traditions in wellness.

Peter Wee

Ex MD Ricoh
Ex PWC Director

Peter Wee is a member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants, Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia, CPA Australia and is currently a business coach at the Asian School of Business/MIT MBA Program. He is a Partner at Nexea Angels, an early stage Venture Capital firm in Kuala Lumpur and has been mentoring start up companies for the past 3 years. He is currently Advisor to two MNC companies.

Andrew Chee

Founder & CEO, RunningMen

Andrew Chee, the CEO and co-founder of RunningMen, holds the position of a prominent corporate food caterer in Klang Valley. With a solid background of 8 years in startup management, Andrew initiated his business during his university days. Over time, he successfully expanded his team, comprising of dynamic and inventive young individuals. Andrew places great emphasis on cultivating a strong company culture anchored in core values, having acquired extensive expertise in areas such as recruitment, team-building, business strategies, and organizational psychology. His ultimate objective is to revolutionize the hospitality industry by introducing cutting-edge ideas and implementing advanced technology.

Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad

Director, Digital Enablers, MDEC

Wan Murdani Wan Mohamad experiences encompasses the enablement of highly competitive and future-proof digital technology eco-system to transform Malaysia into a leading digital economy powerhouse. He also knowledgeable in telecommunication and information & communication technology (ICT) sectors and proven track record in developing and implementing strategic initiatives to ensure attainment of national and corporate aspirational outcomes impacting people, businesses and government.

Shashie Kumar

Founder & CEO, ATX

Shashie Kumar, is the CEO of ATX Group, founded the business in 2011 to provide a digital value-added payment platform for retailers and mobile channel businesses in Malaysia to help supplement their existing business and increase traffic to their channels (i.e. footfall, web visits, downloads). We enable businesses to concentrate on their core business while using our platform and solution to generate extra revenues. ATX started with a single brand “Payhub” focusing on digitalizing bill payments collection at retail points with our first partner Astro. ATX now has 150 bill payments/reloads products with 31,000 touch points, 65 e-wallet partners and 65,000 agents via our various brands – Gopay, Mypospay and Runcit Hero. The company now has grown from 10 employees in 2016 to 35 employees with a revenue of RM 370M in FY2021.

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