2022 JCI Malaysia Pemimpin Issue 04 | Jan-Dec 2022

Welcome to JCI Malaysia Pemimpin 2022

PEMIMPIN

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Published by JCI Malaysia, in the Malaysia.

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CONTENTS.

06 Messages 2022 National President - JCI Senator Ellen Lu 2022 National Secretary General - Zelt Kueh 2022 National Publication Commission Chairman - Shirley Pang

04 Contents Page Table of Contents 2022 JCI Fact Sheet 11 JCI Malaysia Fact Sheet 12 JCI Malaysia Location Map 14 JCI Malaysia National Presidents List 15 2022 JCI Malaysia Theme & Plan of Action 16 2022 JCI Malaysia Calendar of Activities 18 2022 JCI Malaysia National Board of Directors Chart 19 2022 JCI Malaysia Senators Chart 20 Sponsored Ads: Reskills

21 The Journey Back in Time First Quarter of 2022: 22 JCI Malaysia NBODs Introduction, Portfolio & Progress Second Quarter of 2022: 30 2022 JCI President Interview 34 Past National Presidents Interview 56 JCI Asia-Pacific Development Councilor Interview Third Quarter of 2022: 58 JCI Malaysia Projects : - JCI Malaysia National Convention - JCI Malaysia Leaders Run - JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Awards - JCI Ten Outstanding Young Malaysian - JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Award

71 About Business Supercharge Program

02 Sponsored Ads: Vince Group | Vince Academy 70 Sponsored Ads: JCI Malaysia Secretariat 72 Asia-Pacific Development Officers Interview

Fourth Quarter of 2022:

78 JCI Malaysia CYE 80 JCI World Congress 82 JCI Malaysia Academy

84 Sponsored Ads: Pet World Nutritions

85 Sponsored Ads: Kuroma Buffet & Dining - BNX 86 Sponsored Ads: Alliance Bank

2022 JCI Fact Sheet

About Junior Chamber International Junior Chamber International (JCI) is a global membership-based non-profit organization of young active citizens ages 18 to 40 who are dedicated to creating positive change in their communities.

Through projects in more than 5,000 communities across more than 100 countries, members seek targeted solutions to local problems, creating a global impact.

The JCI movement started on October 13, 1915 by one active citizen, Henry Giessenbier, who had a passion for positive change. Since then, millions of other young active citizens have united together to create sustainable impact in their community.

JCI Mission

To provide development opportunities that empower young people to create positive change.

JCI Vision

To be the leading global network of young active citizens.

JCI Tagline

Developing Leaders for a Changing World.

JCI Creed

We believe:

That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life; That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations; That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise; That government should be of laws rather than of men; That earth’s great treasure lies in human personality; And that service to humanity is the best work of life.

- JCI Creed was written by C. William Brownfield in 1946.

Year 2022 is going to end soon. Despite being in the final stretch, JCI Malaysia is still busy as usual, we had our National Convention in October, where the place for National Board of Directors, Local Organizations to report on the progress, to receive the recognition, to discuss for the future plan of action and to elect for the new term of officers. Everything was new yet familiar as this is the 1st physical convention after 2 years of the pandemic, and a record breaking with more than 1300 delegations!

After the National Convention, we went to the World Congress in Hong Kong. We were so excited to meet friends from different countries, we have lots of fun. Congratulations to JCI Malaysia for receiving the recognition for the Best National Growth & Development Program, Road to 5000 - Take the Lead Program.

JCI Senator Ellen Lu Ping Ping 2022 JCI Malaysia National President

Moving into November, we have JCI Malaysia Academy to train the 2023 Local Presidents, it’s a tiring but fruitful training program to prepare all the local leaders to perform effectively and work together as a team in year 2023. We were also excited to have received many international participants to the National Academy.

December is a month for us to summarize everything and handover to the new team. I am honoured to serve as the 2022 JCI Malaysia National President and witnessed numerous milestones achieved as the first benchmark for the Strategic Plan. I am excited to look forward for more achievements in 2023 and I wish my successor National President- Elected Matt Ngai the very best in his year, leading in action.

Christmas is just around the corner and new year is coming too! In this blessing month, let us all be grateful for what we have and make a new year resolution to keep moving forward. Signing out as the National President, I wish everyone a wonderful festival season and again, together we have took the lead in 2022!

JCI Senator Ellen Lu 2022 JCI Malaysia National President

Greetings JCI Malaysia fellow members, Welcome to the final Edition of our Pemimpin magazine, a year has come to the end where Board of Directors and Officers across JCI Malaysia complete their term of office. However, it marks the beginning for many coming into 2023.

It was a great pleasure to record my message in this compilation in archiving all the events that is happening in JCI Malaysia in 2022. Within a short 12 months, we have come so far after the lockdown where everybody was restricted of their movement. Upon reopening, I am glad that JCI Malaysia spearheaded the momentum, leading the change in this new norm.

After two years of virtual National Convention, this year’s Natcon erupted with more than 1300 delegates recording the largest participants in JCI Malaysia history. Congratulations to hosting Local Organization JCI Kuching under the leadership of National Convention Director Emily Bong, your Convention Organizing Committee have outdone every one of yourselves. And of course not forgetting, thank you all Local Organizations for the immense support and congratulations to the award recipients who were acknowledged during the National Convention.

Congratulations to those who have won the election to be 2023 National Board of Directors. Under the leadership of National President Elect, I look forward to what is in store for 2023. National President Ellen has set the bar high this year but I believe this healthy competition will empower each and everyone of us to achieve more.

Finally, it was great joy to witness JCI Malaysia won the Best National Growth & Development Program during the World Congress in Hong Kong. It was a collective effort of National Presidents and Committees that came before us, paving the accomplishments towards excellence. This year is the best year and fruitful in many ways nationally, locally and personally. I wish everyone to have a great year ahead! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Because Leading is Our Duty, together we Take the LEAD!

Zelt Kueh 2022 JCI Malaysia National Secretary General

Message from 2022 JCI Malaysia National Secretary General

Dear Passionate Readers!

Tempus fugit! And now here we are in the last quarter of the year.

“It is indeed a great honour to be the JCIM Pemimpin Editor and it is an immense pleasure to launch this last issue for 2022.

– National Publications Commission Chairman, Shirley Pang”

In this fourth issue, we will recount the various projects and activities in which JCIM members were actively involved, for instance JCI World Congress and JCI National Academy. Head over to the pages now to see if you or your colleagues are being featured in this issue! In case you missed the 2022 JCIM National Convention in Kuching, do take some time and have read-through of Pemimpin Issue 3.

Again, I would like to thank National President JCI Senator Ellen Lu again for her trust in me and appointed me as the 2022 JCI Malaysia National Publications Commission Chairman. I am blessed to have the opportunity to work with a team of national officers and members who are always supportive and passionate about the work that they do. I also would like to take this opportunity to thank my Creative Director Rebecca Lee for her relentless support and assistance! She has been putting in so much effort in assisting me and the team.

I wish everyone a pleasant journey back in time with those sharing in the Pemimpin!

Message from The Editor

2022 JCI Malaysia

National Publication Commission Chairman

Shirley Pang

2022 JCI Malaysia National Publications Commission Chairman

About JCI Malaysia

Junior Chamber International Malaysia (JCI Malaysia) is a National Organization of the Junior Chamber International local organizations in Malaysia. JCI Malaysia was chartered in year 1976 and is affiliated to Junior Chamber International (JCI), a global leadership development organization for young active citizens aged 18 to 40, founded since 1915 in St Louis, US by Henry Giessenbier. JCI Malaysia is managed by its National Board of Directors who are all volunteers, serving based on JCI’s “One Year to Lead” values.

Membership

There are over 2676 members from 73 local organizations affiliated to JCI Malaysia, from Area North, CentralSouth, Sabah and Sarawak. JCI membership is open to all nationalities, races and religions.

2022 JCI Malaysia National President

JCI Senator Ellen Lu Ping Ping from JCI Sibu ellenlu165.jcim@gmail.com +6019.859.5595

2022 JCI Malaysia National President’s Theme Take the LEAD

2022 JCI Malaysia National Secretary General Zelt Kueh Jing Tuang from JCI Kuching zelt.jcim@gmail.com +6019.288.6887

2022 JCI Malaysia Senate President

JCI Senator Teoh Eng Kiat from JCI United Penang teohengkiat@gmail.com +6018.234.9951

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Objective

We aim to grow JCI Malaysia as a premier organization in developing young leaders for the changing world.

Objective

To support JCI members /potential members in business recovery post pandemic through RISE Program.

Objective

To establish an efficient administrative system for all the Local Organizations.

Leadership Entrepreneurship Administration Digitalization

Objective

To digitalize JCI Malaysia in all the administrative works to minimize work redundancy and further strengthen operational efficiency in our daily JCI lives.

JCI Malaysia’s theme for 2022 will be “Take the LEAD”. The plan of action of 2022 is divided into the following 4 key areas to stay aligned to the vision and mission to progressively build a truly resilient and purposeful organization in Malaysia.

We believe that JCI is the most influential leadership organization in the world and taking constructive actions is our duty as leaders in this changing world!

Calendar of Activities

December 2021

17 Dec 2021

18 Dec 2021

18 Dec 2021

31 Dec 2021

January 2022

Name of Activity

Joint National BOD Meeting

1st Finance Commitee Meeting

1st National BOD Meeting

JCIM National BOD Training

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia JCI Malaysia

Name of Activity

1 - 2 Jan 2022

2 Jan 2022

8 Jan 2022

8 - 9 Jan 2022

15 - 16 Jan 2022

22 - 23 Jan 2022

24 Jan 2022

Date Date

JCIM Leadership Summit

JCI Taiwan Inauguration

JCI Macao Inauguration

JCIM Area Central South Academy

JCIM Area Sarawak Academy

JCIM Area North Academy

JCI Hong Kong Inauguration

February 2022

19 - 20 Feb 2022

March 2022

12 - 16 Mar 2022

18 - 20 Mar 2022

18 - 20 Mar 2022

18 - 20 Mar 2022

April 2022

Date

8 - 10 Apr 2022

15 - 17 Apr 2022

May 2022

Date Date Date

13 - 15 May 2022

20 - 22 May 2022

26 - 29 May 2022

Name of Activity

JCIM Area Sabah Academy

Name of Activity

JCI ASPAC Senate Golf

JCIM Constitution & By-Law/Policy Manual Review Meeting

2nd Finance Committee Meeting

2nd National BOD Meeting

JCI Malaysia JCI Taiwan

JCI Macao

Name of Activity

JCIM Area Central South Convention

JCIM Area North Convention

Name of Activity

JCIM Area Sabah Convention

JCIM Area Sarawak Convention

JCI ASPAC

Venue

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

LE Quadri Hotel, KL

JCI South Key JCI Padawan

JCI Sungai Petani

Hosted by Hosted by

JCI Moyog

LE Quadri Hotel, KL Taiwan Macao

JCI Hong Kong

JCI Chiayi

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia JCI Malaysia

Hosted by

JCI Austin Perdana

JCI Kinta

Hosted by Hosted by Hosted by

JCI Tanjung Aru

JCI Damai

JCI Osaka

Berjaya Waterfront Hotel, JB

Raia Hotel & Convention Centre, Kuching

Star City, Alor Setar Hong Kong

Virtual Taiwan

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat JCI Malaysia Secretariat

Venue

Venue

Austin International Convention Centre, JB Kinta Riverfront Hotel, Kinta

Venue Venue Venue

Promenade Hotel, Kota Kinabalu

UCSI Hotel, Kuching

Sakai Takaishi, Japan

Calendar of Activities

June 2022

10 -12 Jun 2022

July 2022

1 - 3 Jul 2022

1 - 3 Jul 2022

1 - 3 Jul 2022

Name of Activity

JCIM NBOD Mid Year Retreat & Review

Name of Activity

JCIM Constitution & By-Law/Policy Manual Review Meeting

3rd Finance Committee Meeting

3rd National BOD Meeting

September 2022

4 Sep 2022

15 - 24 Sep 2022

17 Sep 2022 18 Sep 2022

Name of Activity

JCIM Leaders Run

JCI Academy

JCIM Sustainable Development Award

JCI Ten Outstanding Young Malaysian Award

JCI Malaysia

1 Oct 2022 9 Oct 2022

9 Oct 2022 10 Oct 2022 10 Oct 2022

13 - 15 Oct 2022

October 2022 November 2022

Name of Activity

JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Award

JCIM Constitution & By-Law/Policy Manual Review Meeting

4th Finance Committee Meeting

4th National BOD Meeting

2023 NBOD Candidate Training

JCIM National Convention

Name of Activity

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia

17 - 20 Nov 2022

31 Oct - 4 Nov 2022

December 2022

Date Date Date Date Date Date

9 Dec 2022 9 Dec 2022

Disclaimer:

JCIM Academy

JCI World Congress

JCI Malaysia JCI Japan

Name of Activity

5th Finance Committee

5th National BOD Meeting/Joint NBOD meeting

JCI United Penang JCI Kulim

Venue

Jinhold Hotel, Miri

JCI Malacca City Entrepreneur

JCI Kuching JCI Kuching JCI Kuching JCI Kuching JCI Kuching

Hosted by Hosted by Hosted by Hosted by Hosted by

JCI Petaling Jaya

JCI Hong Kong

Hosted by

JCI Malaysia

JCI Malaysia

All event dates are valid at the point of compilation but may be highly indicative and shall be updated progressively subsequently to any further endorsement by the National BOD.

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

MAEPS Serdang, Selangor Odawara, Japan

Spice Arena, Penang Wisma Darul Aman, Alor Setar

Double Tree by Hilton, Melaka

Imperial Hotel, Kuching

Imperial Hotel, Kuching Imperial Hotel, Kuching

Imperial Hotel, Kuching Imperial Hotel, Kuching International Youth Center, KL Hong Kong

Venue Venue Venue Venue Venue

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

JCI Malaysia Secretariat

The

Back in Time

JCI Malaysia NBODs Introduction, Portfolio & Progress 2022 JCI President Interview Past National Presidents Interview

JCI Asia-Pacific Development Councilor Interview

Joined JCI since (year) - 2006 JCI Sibu

Favourite quote

Everything comes to an end.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

We hope that 2022 can be the shift towards a more established e-JCIM where digitalisation will support our members in being more effective and efficient in their membership journey.

What have you achieved so far?

I feel honoured and grateful that the various plans put forth in 2022 caught its momentum moving forward in this first quarter, notably the newly established Strategic Planning Committee that has successfully outlined the strategies and goals for our national organization for the next 5 years.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Crafting my skills and leadership development through JCI over the past 16 years, I have gradually learnt the many essential skills that allows me to better carry myself as a colleague and leader.

Chew Hooi Mei

National Immediate Past President

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Development Human Resource

Joined JCI since (year) - 2009 JCI Pearl

Favourite quote

Leadership isn’t about being great, it’s about enabling others to be great.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To provide guidance, assist NBOD and members from time to time.

What have you achieved so far? Review and propose the new Senatorship points system.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Throughout the years in JCI, my leadership and social skills have improved. JCI also helps me in broadening my network, both locally and internationally.

Matt Ngai

National Deputy President

Bachelor’s Degree majoring in Economics & Finance General Manager of Automotive Repairing Company

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 JCI Kinta

Favourite quote

With great power comes great responsibilities.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To institutionalise the job scope of a National Deputy President.

What have you achieved so far?

Kick-started several initiatives under the NDP portfolio, most notably the JCIM Strategic Planning Committee for 2022 – 2026.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Enhanced my knowledge and skills in leading a team with purpose, and to understand in how to interpret important documents like Constitution, By-laws and Policy Manuals.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013 JCI Tanjung Aru

Favourite quote

Love Your Neighbour As Yourself.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To ensure JCI Malaysia Constitution, Bylaws and Policy Manual are reviewed and kept up to date. Ensure all Commission Chair and OC achieve their goals.

What have you achieved so far?

Preliminary review of JCI Malaysia Constitution, By-laws and Policy Manual in preparation of proposed amendments in the upcoming NBOD.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has opened doors by expanding my networks and given me opportunities in leadership & service to humanity.

Zelt Kueh National Secretary General Degree in Engineering Entrepreneur

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 JCI Kuching

Favourite quote

Whatever happened happened for the best reasons!

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To support NP’s vision in completing a sustainable administrative system to facilitate troublesome, tedious and decentralized database. The efficient system hopes to allow our members to spend more time to create a greater impact to our society because effective time and resource management allows everyone to do more with less.

What have you achieved so far?

Being in the first quarter of the year, we have successfully submitted for JCI 100% efficiency program and accomplish 55% as of date.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has allow me to grow as a team player and a more effective person through playing multiple roles throughout the year with purposeful time and energy management. It also allows me to polish my teaching and coaching skills practicing as a committed JCI trainer over the past 3 years.

William See National Treasurer BA (Hons) in Business Management Business Consultant

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 from JCI KLM

Favourite quote Nothing is Impossible.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD. JCIM Auditor Report.

What have you achieved so far? Completed 30% of my KPI as National Treasurer.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

All the trainings I joined in JCI have motivated me to be a better person, both personally and at work. I have the opportunity to also widen my network and meet different people from different background from all over the world.

Ellen Lu Ping Ping National President Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Finance Property Marketing

Wilson Gan Poi Tzen National General Legal Counsel Accounting Agriculture | a.k.a A Farmer

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013

Favourite quote

What doesn’t kill you make you stronger.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To grow JCI Malaysia as a premier organization in developing young leaders for the changing world and achieve 25% membership growth by the end of the year.

What have you achieved so far?

JCIM ACS provides opportunities for members to be part of the team in organizing area projects which focus on self-development, business, and entrepreneurship. These align with JCI RISE Program and strengthen the bonding between members.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has empowered me to become a better leader and improve my public speaking skills. Through networking opportunities in JCI, I can meet different people from different parts of the world.

Tan Wei Jian

National Executive Vice President B.S in Food Science Insurance Agent

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016

JCI Tanjung Bunga

Favourite quote

The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD. Achieving 35% membership growth in the area.

What have you achieved so far? Setting up a capable team and laying out the action plan for the year.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI is a platform that has provided endless opportunities and exposures that makes me a better leader and a better person. The experience gained in JCI is invaluable to my life journey.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2015

JCI Damai

Favourite quote

Love what you do, do what you love.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

One of the goals that I would like to achieve is to grow area membership by 25%. Not only retain members, but we also help the members to become a better version of themselves. Throughout the development, JCI Malaysia can become a premier organization by developing young leaders for the changing world.

What have you achieved so far?

As a JCI member, I have the opportunities to explore by meeting different people from all over the world and also improve my soft skills plus ability to cope with challenges.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI is a leadership platform that motivates me to become better and increase my selfconfidence.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016

JCI Sandakan

Favourite quote

When life gives you lemon, make lemonade.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

One of the main goals is to revive JCI Penampang.

What have you achieved so far? In progress.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has increased my self-confidence and communication skills. Not only soft skills, JCI has also improved my management and networking skills.

Stev Yong Tian Wei National Vice President Diploma Chinese Physician

Joined JCI since (year) - 2012 JCI Austin Perdana

Favourite quote Steady Boombibi.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

All Assigned Local Organizations (LOs) grow steadily and align with JCI’s vision.

What have you achieved so far? 5 out of my 6 assigned LOs are very active and committed.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Leadership trainings in JCI motivate me to become better and the business opportunities in JCI have expanded my network.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2010 JCI South Key

Favourite quote Fall down 7, Stand Up 8.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To achieve all my assign’s goal and accompany them through ups and downs! NVP is also one year to lead, I wish to witness all their growth, and grow with them together.

What have you achieved so far?

6 out of 6 assigns completed their 100% Efficiency in 1st quarter even the due date is CNY Eve. 4 out of 6 assigns are committed in hosting Area and National projects!

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has witnessed the whole growing journey, especially 12 years of being in the Board of Directors. Now when I am working towards inheriting my dad’s career, it’s easier for me to adopt in any team, and have more empathy when having communication with my team members even across the nation border, and stronger when I faced challenges. Thank you JCI, for making me a bolder person who will stand firmly for my stand.

Vincent Leng Wei Shen National Executive Vice President Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM) Infrastructure Contractor

JCI Malacca City Entrepreneur

Chang Yam Kei @ Michael National Executive Vice President Degree Auditor

Grace Lee Pei Lin National Executive Vice President Bachelor Of Business Administration (Honours) Education Line

Alicia Ng Rupan National Vice President Bachelor in Sociology Beauty and Health Supplements

Joined JCI since (year) - 2018

JCI Petaling Jaya

Favourite quote

Leadership is a privilege to better the lives of others.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To guide my assigned LOs to achieve 100% efficiency.

What have you achieved so far? 4 of my assigned LOs are on track and 1 of my assigned LO require more guidance.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has provided me infinite development opportunities and broaden my horizon.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2018

JCI Kuala Lumpur West

Favourite quote

If you want to see rainbow, you have to put up with rain.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Reviving JCI Bukit Bintang and JCI EMKL.

What have you achieved so far?

Making JCI Bukit Bintang active.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career? Improve in networking and understanding business of different industry.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2018

Favourite quote

Life is like a coin. You can spend it any way you wish, but you only spend it once.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To promote efficiency LO management among assigned LO & guide on JCI Malaysia Award Guidelines.

What have you achieved so far?

Most of the assigned LOs had submitted their submission before the deadline.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI provides a lot of opportunities to let me have chances to learn the leadership, it also enhance my communication skill and crisis management ability.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017

JCI Bukit Mertajam

Favourite quote

Inspired to Inspire.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To help my LOs assigned to achieve their desired goals set our early in the year and continue on in sharing the benefits of JCI Malaysia to the local community in inspiring actions and impact.

What have you achieved so far? Being a more effective communicator and better project management skills in liaising expectations and achieving goals.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

1. Networking with people across. different backgrounds and professionals.

2. International friendships through JCI International networking opportunities.

3. Improve my leadership skills. which helps me in getting my recent promotion to a team lead on my workplace.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI Butterworth

Favourite quote Action Speak Louder than Word.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

I would like to help my assigned LO President to achieve their goals and help them come out a wonderful president year.

What have you achieved so far? Assist assigned LOs on all submission and attend their BOD Meetings.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI provides me the opportunity to take role as leader, and allows me to learn a lot of new thing that I never try before.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016

Favourite quote

Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To assist and guide my assigned LOs to achieve their goals.

What have you achieved so far? Assist all my assigned LOs.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI expands my social network.

Oscar Tiu National Vice President Degree Engineer

Joe Chang National Vice President Bachelor of Laws Compliance Team Lead

Yap Leanne, Maegann National Vice President ACCA Trainer

Edwin Phang Yoong Yew National Vice President University of Wollongong Media Production

City

Lim Jia Haw National Vice President Bachelor’s Degree Sales Operations Manager

JCI Johor Bahru Entrepreneur

Jamie Tiow National Vice President BS in Nutrition Dietetics Senior Sales Executive

JCI Tanjung Bunga

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI

Favourite quote

Talk with action.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Efficient communication between Local Organizations and National Board of Directors.

What have you achieved so far? Be NVP and assist LOs as much as I could.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career? Be better.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2010 JCI

Favourite quote

Finding good things in every situation. (Easy to say but not easy to do.)

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To be a “better bridge” between JCI Malaysia National Board of Directors and my assigned LOs.

What have you achieved so far?

I would like to let my assigned LOs to judge me on this.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has helped me to “Be Better” in personality. Instead of “Be Yourself”, let’s “Be a Better Version of Yourself”. In career wise, I am blessed to know remarkable people. It is always good to know more people as I can be exposed with valuable knowledge.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 JCI

Favourite quote

Don’t dream, Just DO it!

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Give full support to all 6 Assigned LOs and make sure they achieved 100% Efficiency and Active LO requirements; Make sure efficient communication between NBOD and assigned LOs; Assist Area chair to achieve targeted goals.

What have you achieved so far?

Building good rapport with assigned LOs; All submission completed on time; Assigned tasks completed on time.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Enhanced my leadership skill; Be an active citizen to create positive change to our community; Be better.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2015

JCI Sibu

Favourite quote

Change to grow.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Have a good bonding with assigned Local Organization to help them have a steady membership growth.

What have you achieved so far?

Attend assigned LOs BOD meetings and get to know most of the board members.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

We can learn many new things when we hold different position. We learn how to use the virtual program when facing pandemic to adapt in this virtual era.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI Kuching

Favourite quote

Plan your work then work your plan.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

This year is a challenging year for me as few of my assigned LOs is inactive or not committed. I hope with my current experiences I can help all my assigned LOs to build up a solid foundation with a good culture for a sustainable future.

What have you achieved so far?

So far I have done few NVP Dialogues and I can see the positive impact after the dialogue. I’m happy to see the LO’s progress of making thing moving to the right path.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

I would say JCI have improved my public speaking skills and increased my confidence to speak in English. It also improved my knowledges on managing a chapter/company and of course extended my network nationally. It truly helps me on my Business Development.

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI

Favourite quote

Shine bright like a diamond.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To ensure minimum turnover rate of assigned Local Organization.

What have you achieved so far? Ensure all the assigned LO President attends the Area Academy.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Personal development such as effective communication when dealing with stakeholders, presentation skills and how to chair an effective meeting etc.

Lim Keat How

National Vice President Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM) Logistics

Kulim

Mike Yong Cherng Siong National Vice President Degree Business

Vannessa Lim Shin Yi National Vice President Bachelor of Surveying Land Surveyor

Sandakan

Micheal Chai Khien Sheng National Vice President Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Multi Businessman

Regina Ngu National Vice President Bachelor of Commerce Entrepreneur

Kota Kinabalu

Kevin Mok Hua Ping National Vice President Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) Accounting Licensed Company Auditor

Mandarin Sibu

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI Lead Tropicana

Favourite quote

Be persistent, be positive.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD. Execute new initiatives of NP.

What have you achieved so far? Clarity on E-Marketplace (Proposed to stop - Approved in 2nd NBOD); Clarity on JCIM Biz School (Act as Deputy OC - Business Supercharge Program); Found tracking system of registration of JCI Global Entrepreneur Masterclass.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Explored new knowledge in E-Commerce industry; Explored marketing processes of JCIM Biz School from marketing until registration; Enhanced my soft skillsteamwork, communication, problem skills.

Jay Chow

National Digital Transformation Commission Chairman High School Marketing Manager

Joined JCI since (year) - 2008 JCI Kuala Lumpur West

Favourite quote

It always seems impossible until it is done.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To digitalize JCIM members & management workflow that increase efficiency, branding & sustainability of the organization.

What have you achieved so far? 63% of the JCIM members has been onboarded to Roadmap system; National Awards is now fully digitalize, nominees & judges can be managed within a single platform; New look for National Awards website.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has broaden my vision and network since I joined when I’m 21 years old. JCI has taught me to be a responsible active citizen, and there is always a solution to any challenges. Just do it!

Joined JCI since (year) - 2015 JCI Lead Tropicana

Favourite quote

You are in JCI to become a better version of yourself. Be Better.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To attract 700 Malaysians between 18 - 40 years old to join JCI Malaysia this year.

What have you achieved so far?

Identify potential partners who can open doors for JCIM to attract talent; In-progress to sign MOU with partners to kickstart recruitment activities.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has given me exposure to understand how organisation management works; JCI has helped me to improve my communication skills and presentation style; Via projects in JCI, I have the opportunity to learn how to use various project management tools and software to help me work more efficiently.

Bruce Ban National International Commission Chairman High School F&B Owner

Joined JCI since (year) - 2011

JCI Johor Bahru Entrepreneur

Favourite quote

Pursue the champion.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To set up Global Networker Team with 150 JCI Malaysia Members.

What have you achieved so far? I have met with IA trainers, briefing with 4 area IA directors and done Global Networkers poster and invitation link. Will continue to focus on the participants registration status.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has given me the chance to practice leadership and it had benefited me as a person in my career and personal life.

Tay Bon Koon

National Junior & Youth Commission Chairman Degree Network Marketing Sales

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 JCI Pearl

Favourite quote

The Youth of Today is the leaders of tomorrow.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To organize National Junior/Youth Academy.

What have you achieved so far? Meeting with Area Directors to understand their concerns on Junior & Youth matter.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Expanding my network. Opportunity to be leaders of an NGO, enhance my leadership and management skill.

Kueh Sze Ling

National Linguistic Commission Chairman Account & Finance Degree SME Banker

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013 JCI Lutong

Favourite quote

If you can dream it, you can do it!

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To bring JCI Malaysia to win World Congress Public Speaking & Debate!

What have you achieved so far? Provide information that LOs needed regarding public speaking & debate trainings.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Bringing me to an extra miles of my life in term of networking, meeting procedures, government networking & the courage to stand on stage anytime.

Alfred Ang National Business & Economic Affairs Commission Chairman Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting & Finance Cloud Accountant

Cynthia Chiam Sook Yan National Growth & Development Commission Chairman Bachelor of Business (Marketing) Manager, pitchIN Academy

Joined JCI since (year) - 2019 JCI Seremban

Favourite quote

If you want to shine like a sun, first burn like a sun.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Connecting JCIM with Government sector.

What have you achieved so far? Working closely with MDEC and hope can channel the incentives and grants to JCIM members.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI helps in improving my communication skills and I always believe that action is power.

Shirley Pang National Publications Commission Chairman Doctorate Business Management

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI Kuala Lumpur

Favourite quote

One day or day one. You decide.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To produce quality newsletter/Pemimpin to keep members and stakeholders updated about past/upcoming activities and motivate people to create positive change.

What have you achieved so far?

Work together with National, Area and Local officers to get Pemimpin published before the proposed deadline.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

No doubt, JCI projects especially the trainings have strengthened my skill sets which are useful in the workplace and have had a direct impact on my job.

Teo Hong Chuan National Public Relations Commission Chairman SPM Property Management

Joined JCI since (year) - 2011 JCI Kuching

Favourite quote

What you learn is to be taught, and what is earned is to be given to others.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Every LOs is active in managing their social media accounts.

What have you achieved so far?

Keep JCIM social media (both FB and Instagram) active and updated with different posts and projects from National/ Area/Local Organizations.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Able to meet different people with the same vision, which is to make our world a better place to stay. Be Better.

Petrus G. Young National Skills Development Commission Chairman Executive Diploma Entrepreneur

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013 JCI Riam

Favourite quote

When the word comes from the heart from anyone, they find a place In the Heart of Another.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To coordinate training that helps members in their membership & leadership pathway.

To produce more JCIM Certified Trainer.

What have you achieved so far? Everything is progressing quite smooth and well with the helps from committed Area Skills Development Directors from all 4 areas. and enthusiastic participation from all LOs and Trainers.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

I’ve learned that we can broaden our perspective and be open to new ideas.

Chiew Rou Yin (Joyien) National Sustainable Development Goals Commission Chairman Bachelor Art Of Accounting Automobile

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013 JCI Batu Pahat Entrepreneur

Favourite quote

You Are Important.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To unite all sectors in sustainable development. Our first step is to conduct SDG Clinic which aim to help LO to experience how to prepare a SDG Project Proposal, and at the same time how to invite potential partner to collaborate through the pitching.

What have you achieved so far?

In order to have successful SDG Clinic in all four Area Convention, NSDGCC and Area Directors meet regularly to discuss all possibilities.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

The best thing that I have learned in JCI is leadership. Throughout the journey, we get to know friends and develop business when we engaged with the person who have same core value with us. I think this is how JCI Four Area Opportunities work, only we start to take the lead, we gain throughout the journey.

Vivian Li JCIM Academy Organizing Chairman University Accounting

Joined JCI since (year) - 2018 JCI Petaling Jaya

Favourite quote

How you do anything is how you do everything.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To successfully organize JCIM Academy.

What have you achieved so far? JCIM Academy preparation is in progress.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

Managed to held meeting in proper way and meet a lot of new friends.

Matt Hew Yuen Choy National Partnership Commission Chair Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (Hons) Industrial Sales

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016

JCI Kuching

Favourite quote

Don’t limit your challenges, challenge your limits!

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD. I had set up strategies to organize our work more efficiently and accomplish our goals. This year we want to achieve a SMART 2022 NATCON, with the Plan Of Actions to help us stay focus and be more effective at execution.

What have you achieved so far? We have set a goal which is to have 1000 delegates for the upcoming NATCON and we are currently hitting 50% of the target. Our team has been working hard and smart to make sure delegates enjoy during the convention!

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI has improved my personal development, and this is one of the reasons why I love this organization!

Heidy Tan

Ten Outstanding Young Malaysians Award Organizing Chairman High School Building Materials

Joined JCI since (year) - 2015 JCI Kulim

Favourite quote

If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Number of nomination increases.

What have you achieved so far? TOYM preparation in progress.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI helps in improving my communication and social skills.

Gregory Ng Haw Yang

Creative Young Entrepreneur Award Organizing Chairman

LLB (Hons) Advocates & Solicitors

Joined JCI since (year) - 2016 JCI Malacca City Entrepreneur

Favourite quote

Don’t Just Work Hard, But Work Smart.

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To reach out CYEA to more public and continue to maintain CYEA as the most reliable and prestigious individual award which carries the most independent remarks in public perception.

What have you achieved so far?

We have reach out CYEA to many new entrepreneurs and the public perception towards CYEA gives us pride and confident in the value of CYEA.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

The structural system have inspired me for the implementation into a more systematic corporate structure of my own company and have led me to explore to many more business opportunity and knowledge which enhance my own personal growth and career path.

Ivan Ng Sustainable Development Award Organizing Chairman Double Degree in Business IT General Manager

Joined JCI since (year) - 2013

JCI United Penang

Favourite quote

Nothing is impossible, the word itself said I am possible!

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

Successfully organized SDA targeted with 80 nominees and 400 participants for award ceremony.

What have you achieved so far?

SDA successfully launched on 17/2/2022! We encourage JCI members to be part of the award as committee, referral, or even as supplier.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

JCI provide platforms for us to perform and shine! Good to improve our quality network by knowing more capable people.

Damian Khaw Lok Juang

National Creative Young Entrepreneur Program Organizing Chairman Bachelors of Science (Honors) Psychology Capital Market Corporate Advisory

Joined JCI since (year) - 2017 JCI Kuala Lumpur

Favourite quote

“Be Prepared” - Lord Baden Powell (Founder of the Boy Scout Movement)

One main goal you want to achieve this year as NBOD.

To successfully organize JCI Malaysia’s 1st ever CYE Program to increase JCI Malaysia’s credibility with partners in business, government and civil society.

What have you achieved so far?

Brainstormed together with JCI Malaysia Business School Taskforce on the long-term plan of JCIM’s entrepreneurship development to create maximum social and entrepreneurial impact for JCI Malaysia.

How has JCI enhance your personal growth and career?

The practical and social aspect of JCI’s environment taught me life skills to build an organization with a common goal, especially useful when dealing with different levels of society for commercial and charity purposes.

Emily Bong Shanny National Convention Director Diploma in Accounting With CIMA Business Director

President Past National Presidents JCI APDC

Interviews

JCI

Visitation to Malaysia JCI Senator Argenis Angulo

Interview with 2022 JCI President JCI Senator Argenis Angulo

Shirley Pang :

How do you see the development of JCI in the coming future? There are so many youth organization nowadays. What makes JCI so special and why should youngster choose JCI?

Dream

Shirley Pang :

JCI Senator Argenis, Welcome To Malaysia! Thank you for taking the time to meet with us today for this interview. First of all, could you please share with us your JCI life?

JCI Senator Argenis :

My JCI life is a long and amazing story of change. I discovered and joined JCI in 2001, I was watching TV and a local journalist was interviewing my local president who talked about the chapter’s projects. I called the number provided and the chapter invited me to my first leadership school in JCI. When I read the JCI Creed, I felt this is a place for me to develop myself and since when what has happened to my life is absolutely amazing. I took part in different projects, lead numerous projects, and took the challenge to join the local Board of Directors. I served as JCI Zulia Local President in 2008 and JCI Venezuela National President in 2011, then I start my JCI career internationally and served different positions internationally over the years. I have the honoured, pleasure and the duty to serve as JCI President this year. My story of JCI is amazing and it is a “Story of Change and Challenges” where I received huge support from extraordinary teams as well as members from my Local Organizations, National Organization, region, and even from the entire world!

Shirley Pang :

JCI Senator Argenis joined JCI since 2001, it has been more than 20 years. What is the biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

JCI Senator Argenis :

This August I will celebrate my 21th year in JCI. The biggest motivation for me to serve JCI for more than 20 years is to serve the country, be part of the solution, and retribute all the gifts that this organization has provided me in terms of experiences and confidence.

JCI Senator Argenis :

I can see an amazing future for our organization and especially now because we are working on this strategic plan for the next coming years which will establish steps that we should follow for an amazing future for our organization. The main difference between JCI and other youth organizations is that JCI has a great focus on developing leadership skills in providing leadership development opportunities. JCI focuses not only on creating positive impact to the planet by creating amazing projects, but also to ensure the members participate in these projects and initiatives can develop their leadership skills and being part of the solution.

Shirley Pang :

What are the five tips and advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

JCI Senator Argenis :

The five advices and recommendations that I have the pleasure to present to my beloved JCI Malaysia members are summarized as the “A.B.C.D.E”

Arrive

You will need to ensure that you have clue on what is your next goal and work with discipline until you “arrive” and achieve the goal.

Be there

For instance, if your goal is to be part of the local Board of Director, you have to work hard and achieve the goal. Achieve the goal is not enough, you should also make sure that you always be there for the organization and members.

Challenge yourself

Challenges here refer to the opportunities that this organization provides you. For instance, members invite you to lead a project but you think you are not prepared enough to be a leader. But if you are aware that you need to challenge yourself, you will say “Yes I will do that”! This would be challenging but in the end you will be a better leader!

“Dream” is thinking about the future with a mission. I can tell you that if you work with discipline, know what is your goal, work hard toward achieving the goal, always be there and challenge yourself, you will definitely be the dreamer and also a winner. This is because you will learn along the way and your enthusiasm will ensure your dream become reality one day.

Enjoy

Ensure you enjoy every single moment in JCI! For example, enjoy when you serve the people and community through different projects, enjoy working with different amazing teams, just to name a few. You have the opportunity that not all people have. Just enjoy each single moment in JCI!

Shirley Pang : What do you want to say to JCI Malaysia members?

JCI Senator Argenis :

First of all, thank you JCI Malaysia members for the amazing job that you have been doing in each region of Malaysia. I would like to encourage you to continue serving the community and keep going with the amazing job that you have been doing. Of course, JCIM members, you can always count on me not only as a president, but also as a friend! I really hope to see you all very soon again. All the best JCI Malaysia! Congratulations! You should be proud of the amazing job that you and the members have been doing. Thank you very much!

Shirley Pang : Thanks you so much JCI Senator Argenis for the interview. We wish you all the best for 2022 as JCI World President!

Interviewed by Shirley Pang

2022 JCI Malaysia National Publication Commission Chair

2022 JCI Malaysia

Interviews with JCI Malaysia National President 1976 - 2022

Personal Details 1975 JCI Malaysia Protem Chairman JCI Senator VT Nathan

Professional Career Lawyer – Senior partner, Shearn Delamore (retired)

Year joined JCI 1969 (JCI Kuala Lumpur / KL Jaycees)

JCI Career 1971 - KL Jaycees President (JCI Kuala Lumpur) 1975 - Jaycees Malaysia President (JCI Malaysia)

Personal Details 1976/1977 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator George W.K.Chang

Year joined JCI 1969 (JCI Sandakan)

JCI Career 1972 - Local President 1974 - Sabah Jaycees Regional President 1977 - National President

Background

JCI Senator Dato John Khoo’s academic journey was an interesting one. He went to a university right after high school but did not manage to complete his tertiary studies as he had to go back to Sandakan to manage his family business, the Merdeka Daily newspapers. From there, he managed to diversify his business to include manufacturing of plastic production mold, ship-building and dealing with heavy equipment, lorries and trucks. He has since retired and sold most of his companies while retaining his original family business, the Merdeka Daily newspapers. He is also an active business leader in his company; having served as the Chairman of Sabah Credit Corporation and the director of Malaysia-China Business Council. JCI Senator Dato John started his JCI journey by joining JCI Sandakan back in 1969. He became the Local President of JCI Sandaka in 1973 before taking the mantle as the President of Sabah Jaycees in 1975. This was before the merger of Sabah Jaycees, Sarawak Jaycees and Malaya Jaycees to form JCI Malaysia.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

As the President of Sabah Jaycees, JCI Senator Dato John attended the 1975 JCI World Congress in Amsterdam, Netherlands. At that time, Malaysia had three representatives; the Presidents of Malaya, Sabah and Sarawak Jaycees. It was then a thought came into JCI Senator Dato John’s mind; “why is the Jaycees movement in Malaysia broken into three distinct parts when Malaysia was already a single country?” He then shared his thoughts with other Jaycees from other areas, namely Jaycee Singham, JCI Malaysia protem president VT Nathan, 1977 National President George Chang, 1979 National President James Lim and 1980 National President Alex Ting to discuss on the possibility of merging the three Jaycees movement into a single entity, JCI Malaysia.

The progress of merging was swift as the discussion and the registration of JCI Malaysia all took place in the same year in 1976. Ever since, JCI Malaysia has become a single entity, growing stronger. This event forms up the most valuable part of his journey as it taught him the spirit of friendship, the strength in togetherness to achieve a common goal which has created a lasting impact to all JCI Malaysia members until today.

Background

After secondary education, JCI Senator James got a job as a General Clerk and he worked in sales for a few years before he joined The Straits Times press in 1965. It was also during the same year, 1965 he joined Junior Chamber International Kuala Lumpur. JCI Senator James was JCI Kuala Lumpur President in 1972 and advanced his JCI Career to National President in 1979.

What was the biggest challenge faced in your JCI Journey? As the National President of Jaycees Peninsular Malaysia (JCPM), the biggest challenge faced by JCI Senator James was to revitalise the dormant LOMs in JCPM. The other major challenge was to unite all the three National Organizations : JC Sabah, JC Sarawak and JCPM, together to form JAYCEES MALAYSIA. Initially, the task seemed difficult, but with the wisdom of the then National Presidents nothing was impossible if there was a Will.

Can you give tips and advices to encourage JCIM members to excel and pursue their JCI journey?

“If you want to benefit from JCI, you have to participate in the individual development training program. When you are in JCI, you have to identify your needs and wants, your strengths and weaknesses and then actively participate in projects which will help you achieve your goal(s). Perhaps, it may also benefit your career or business(es). You also have the benefit of networking and becoming lifetime friends with your fellow members.”

Interview with 1978 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Dato’ John Khoo

Interview with 1979 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator James H.K.Lim

Interviewed by Matt Ngai

2022 JCI Malaysia National Secretary General

JCI Malaysia National President

Background

JCI Senator Dato’ Ir Sr Alex originally from Sibu but moved to Kuching when he was young. After completing his secondary school, he continued his studies in New Zealand as a Civil Engineer. He then went on to become a registered valuer after passing the exam for the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) United Kingdom. He is currently the Managing Director for WTS Konsultant Sdn Bhd along with several other businesses relating to real estate.

A friend introduced him to JCI back in 1970. After a few years, an opportunity came for him to be the President of JCI Kuching in 1973. He took up another opportunity to become the 1975 National President of JCI Sarawak back when Area Sarawak was still its own national organization. During this year, it was also when the 3 national organizations amalgamate to form what is now JCI Malaysia, and he was one of the signatories of the historical document of this formation. 5 years later, he was again given the opportunity to become the 1980 JCI Malaysia National President.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

Actually, running for election was one of the personal challenges for JCI Senator Dato’ Ir Sr Alex. Back in the 1970s-1980s, this was a relatively new concept; running an election in a U.S style with campaigns, caucuses and so on. So it was challenging for everyone but it was also a nice experience going through it. However, one of the biggest challenges is ‘How to Motivate People’ and this is not only in JCI but also in other situations, be it work or other organizations. It is always a challenge to figure out how to motivate an individual for them to achieve their best. It is when they achieve their best; it is then the organization can achieve its best.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

Personal Details

1981 JCI Malaysia National President

JCI Senator Wilson Yek Chiu Ing

Year joined JCI 1973 (JCI Tawau)

JCI Career

1977 – Local President

1980 – Sabah Jaycees Regional President

1981 – National President

1982 – JCI Resources Development Committee Chairman, JCI Youth Voyage

1983 – JCI Vice President

There is a saying ‘Do not just take from society, but give back to society.’ This is the motivation for him to continue to be active in JCI. This same motivation also pushed him to give back to society in other ways. JCI Senator Dato’ Ir Sr Alex founded Sarawak Housing and Real Estate Developers Association (SHEDA) as the Protem Chairman and today the association is serving more than 200 members. He is also actively involved in Malaysian Institute of Estate Agents (MIEA) and currently serves as the Immediate Past Chairman for the MIEA Sarawak Branch committee. He is also a long-serving member of Sarawak Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI).

Interview with 1980 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Dato’lr Sr Alex Ting

Interviewed by Wilson Gan Poi Tzen 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Bob went to Singapore Polytechnic to further his studies in Mechanical Engineering after graduating from Saint Paul’s Institution, Seremban. After he finished his studies, he came back to Malaysia due to family business. Currently he is running own family business. JCI Senator Bob joined JCI Seremban in January 1970.

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey?

Communication is the biggest hurdle that JCI Senator Bob has faced in his JCI journey. Communication by phone is expensive those day, especially calling from the Peninsula to East Malaysia as it costs RM3 per minute. Other than phone call, no other multimedia or communication channel is available at that time. Everything must be communicated by either expensive phone calls or snail mail.

What are the tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

- Be active. Don’t be a fork and spoon member.

- Take opportunities to involve in NatCon, ASPAC conferences or World Congress.

- Attend JCI training courses.

Background

JCI Senator Datuk John graduated from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia in 1969 with a Bachelor of Commerce. He was a Chartered Accountant in Public Practice since 1973, but he is now retired. JCI Senator Datuk John joined JCI Sandakan in 1971.

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey?

Some of the challenges he has faced in JCI journey include: to motivate younger members to be more committed and passionately involved in the movement; inculcated in them the benefits and enrichment of their involvements, when he was the local and National President; and to motivate and encourage more bumiputera participations.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

Other than personal growth, what motivates JCI Senator Datuk John to serve JCI is realizing the opportunities available and benefiting from his involvement, and satisfaction in serving the organization. In short, Jaycees has provided him the platform to practice and nurish what he has learned, particularly in practicing parliamentary procedures and addressing challenges in presiding meetings more effectively not only as the National President but also his involvement in other organizations.

Interview with 1982 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Bob Chang

Interview with 1983 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Datuk John Liaw Chee Shing

Both PNPs Interviewed by William See 2022 JCI Malaysia National Treasurer

Malaysia National President

Background

JCI Senator Datuk Adeline, who joined JCI Intan in 1974, obtained a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Asian Studies from the Australian National University in 1971 and a Post Graduate Diploma in Librarianship from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) in 1972. She created history as the first woman Director of a State Department when she was appointed the Director of the Sabah State Library from 1973 to 1998. PNP Datuk Adeline is currently the chairperson of Institute Development Studies Sabah (IDS) 2021-2023.

JCI Career

1978 – JCI Intan Local President

1983 – JCIM National Executive Vice President

1984 – JCIM National President

1986 – JCI Vice President

1987 – JCI Executive Vice President

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey? Teamwork is important in any organization, the same goes for JCI. When the team members enjoy what they are doing, half of the battle is won. However, it was harder to motivate the team in JCI as all are volunteers and time was the main limitation although the passion was there. Also, there are bound to be some people who are against you. “We just cannot please every person. We often hear the saying, “agree to disagree”. So whatever situation we are faced with, make sure you make the best of it”. JCI became a very good training ground for a leader to learn how to tackle such situations at the workplace with maturity and with experience from JCI.

What are the differences between taking a post at local level, national, and international level?

Serve at the local level and national level are different from taking a post at international level. JCI Senator Datuk Adeline took the road less travelled when aiming for the position of JCI VP. This arduous journey was well worth it because the international experience she gained enhanced her personal growth. Her personality expanded as she began to understand how people live and think in the 6 countries she was assigned to. She got the opportunity to visit different National Organizations when she was JCI VP and JCI EVP. It was an experience never to be forgotten because she got to know how the people lived, ate, and what are the do’s and don’ts in each country. Last but not least, “nothing can take away your experience, how you expand your mind daily as the higher you fly, the more you will see”.

Background

JCI Senator Peter is a Company Director and Business Consultant, graduated in Business Studies (Accounting) at Swinburne University, Victoria, Australia in 1972. Upon returning from Australia in 1974, he joined Junior Chamber of Tawau end of 1974. He held several local organization positions and became Local Organization President in 1981. He continued to serve the Reginal Organization (Sabah Jaycees) as Honorary Secretary, and National Organization as National Vice President and National Executive Vice President, and subsequently became the 9th National President in 1985. He was the 1987 JCI Vice President (assigned to Japan, Korea, ROC (Taiwan), Hong Kong, Philippines and Pacific (Guam).

The most valuable experience in JCI journey?

The most valuable experience in his JCI journey is becoming an International Trainer for JCI. His Trainer journey in JCI began in 1981 after attending Malaysia Training of Trainers course in 1981 and this led to attending the JCI Training Of Trainers (TROT) course at the Miyazaki ASPAC, Japan in 1982. He then conducted numerous local training courses, wrote and presented his own materials in almost all parts of Malaysia. The “break-through” was in 1989 when he was appointed as an Assistant Trainer for the JCI Training Of Trainers (TROT) Course at the Yokohama ASPAC and that made his debut of International Trainings. From 1989 to 1991, he was invited worldwide to conduct hundreds of JCI Training courses as well as the then-new JCI Training Institute’s Trainer Programs – PRIME and EXCEL. At the 1991 Helsinki World Congress, he was conferred as one of the three International Training Fellows along with Bill Porter (New Zealand) and Gerrit Lovink (Belgium).

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

The biggest motivation for him to serve JCI for a long time is the ‘spiritual rewards’ he got when during/after giving a training, when the students/members CHANGE their attitude and move forward to enhance their personal potential.

Interview with 1984 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Datuk Adeline Leong

Interview with 1985 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Peter Sim

Both PNPs Interviewed by Vincent Leng Wei Shen 2022 JCI Malaysia National Executive Vice President

with JCI Malaysia National President

Background

JCI Senator Li is a graduate of Bachelor’s Degree of Arts (Hons); Diploma in Education; and Diploma in Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL). She joined JCI in 1977 and took up the challenge and served as National President in 1986.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI Journey? “The most valuable experience is that as a member, we get to learn by doing. You may learn about leadership by attending trainings or workshops but you can never be a good leader without being hands on. JCI provides all of us the platform to apply practical leadership and not just theoretical leadership, we should not be armchair leaders in JCI”.

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in JCI? The biggest challenge JCI Senator Li has face in JCI would be gender equality. In the early days, there were no mixed-gender chapters, it is either all male or all female chapters. Out of the 30 plus chapters those days, only two chapters are all female chapters, which means the leaders were mainly men. It is a great breakthrough for her to serve as the National President in 1986, and she is the second female National President after 1984 National President JCI Senator Datuk Adeline Leong.

Background

JCI Senator Tiong joined JCI Sibu in 1975 and served as the National President in 1987. He is currently a businessman.

What is the biggest motivation for you to serve in JCI for such a long time?

The biggest motivation for JCI Senator Tiong to serve is the opportunities to develop ourselves. As we climb the leadership ladder, we will have that sense of self-improvement and indirectly improve those people around us. JCI is the best platform for young people who want to be a better person and leader.

What are the advise that you would like to provide current JCI Malaysia members?

- Be patient when you are starting your JCI journey as it takes time to learn and experience.

- Be able to adapt to changes in situation or environment.

- Share your knowledge with others.

- Teamwork is important in JCI. You should work with others to achieve something bigger, instead of working alone.

- Moderation is key. As an active JCI member, try to find the balance so you can be both efficient and effective.

Interview with 1986 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Li Yo Wei

Interview with 1987 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator H.K.Tiong

Both PNPs Interviewed by Tan Wei Jian 2022 JCI Malaysia National Executive Vice President

with Tunku Abdul Rahman

Background

JCI Senator Dato’ Ong graduated with a Masters of Business Administration (AIB), Bachelor of Jurisprudence (UM), Graduate Quantity Surveying (RISM), Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing (CIM), Certified Diploma in Accounting & Finance (ACCA), Chartered Governance Professional (CGI), Professional Technologist (MBOT), Certified Trainer (HRDF), and Certified Mediator (NUID). He is a social activist. He joined JCI on 1st July 1979 and served as National President in 1988.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

The biggest challenge that JCI Senator Dato’ Ong faced during his term as National President was the management and resources issue. By that time, it was not an easy task to establish a new local organization. Nevertheless, JCI members work hard together towards common goals and this teamwork builds strong relationships among the members.

Tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

- Always be yourself.

- Move as far as you can.

- Be open-minded and serve selflessly.

- Keep a low profile and humble.

- Continue to serve within and outside JCI.

Background

JCI Senator Jovinia graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Arts (Honours) from University Malaya. She was the Protem and Charter President of JCI Intan 1975-1976, served as JCIM GLC in 1986, and JCIM National President in 1989. She worked as Sabah Civil Service between 19731978, before she joined the private and corporate sectors.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

JCI Senator Jovinia mentioned that the valuable experience in her JCI journey is meaningless if she does not acknowledge the role and support of her fellow Board of Directors. TOGETHER, they journeyed, overcame and took positive actions :

1. NOM Financial Status – came up with JCI merchandises; thanks to the co - operation, hard work and support from LOMs; raised more than enough to pay for the JCI Affiliation Fee.

2. PEMIMPIN – JCI Senator Jovinia and team initiated and launched this news bulletin for JCIM.

3. JAYCEE WEEK 1989 – A nationwide Jog-a-thon, “Run for the Nation” was organised and participated by the public as well as JCI members. This event was held over a weekend simultaneously by most of the LOMs; it was covered and featured in RTMTV3 News. The Malaysian Association for the Blind (MAB) was the charity beneficiary.

The 1989 BODs purposely planned and carried out the 3 events highlighted above in order to help in boosting up the morale of the then members of JCIM. The “Run for the Nation” event attracted a lot of social media publicity for JCI and indirectly contributed to the increase of new members for the LOMs!

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

JCI Senator Jovinia resonates totally with the values expressed in the JCI Creed. Any person who internalises and always attempts to put to practice the said tenets will remain a lifelong member of JCI!

Interview with 1988 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Dato’ Ong Seng Huat

Interview with 1989 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Jovinia Solibun

Both PNPs Interviewed by Grace Lee 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

with JCI Malaysia National President

Background

JCI Senator Charles graduated with a Bachelor degree in Science and Art, major in Mathematics and Accounting, in New Zealand. In his early years, he worked in an audit firm in New Zealand before he went to China to continue his career. He was involved mainly in internal auditing and financial control. After retiring, he mastered in insurance, selling investment insurance policies. Furthermore, he had also completed a Master in Theology in Christian. He joined JCI in 1983 and served as National President in 1990. He was hooked to JCI due to the 1984 JCI ASPAC which was held at Genting Highlands, Malaysia. It was an outstanding conference under the leadership of 1984 National President JCI Senator Datuk Adeline Leong.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey? Learn from mistakes – correct our mistakes and learn from them. After recalling those old memories when he grew older, he realized that there were a lot of mistakes that were too late to resolve. In JCI, we learn through mistakes. As per Past National President JCI Senator Li Yo Wei has said, the most important thing is to learn fast and correct it fast. Along the journey in his life, some of the mistakes were corrected and some of them were only realized recently. Therefore, we must learn our mistakes and correct them whenever possible.

Background

JCI Senator Arlena graduated from United Kingdom with a Bachelor of Science (Honours Degree in Management Science). She has 5 siblings (2 brothers and 3 sisters) of whom Tony Hsing is 10 years her junior and was the JCIM National President in 2006. In 1985/86, she was the LO President of JCI Intan which she has been attached to since 1979. Then in 1990/91, she was the JCIM National President. Currently, she is a happy homemaker after so many years of working in the corporate world.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

The most valuable experience in her JCI journey would be meeting people, seeing them grow and groomed in life. The values of the Creed come to life and witnessed by the members in their lives. In 1980/90s, the JCI international exposure/networking has led her corporate businesses into many fruitful successes.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced in your JCI journey? Balancing the work and family life. JCI Senator Arlena’s 2 boys were still very young then. She had a demanding career. However, this challenge becomes ‘small’ when she learn how to plan, schedule and strategize the daily lives. Through JCI, she became a better life management planner. She enjoyed her JCI journey with her family and work –everyone is happy and so is she! The JCI trainings, may it be in classrooms or life experiences, have helped her to time managed her daily life fantastically!

Interview with 1991 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Arlena Awang Chee

Interview with 1990 JCI Malaysia National President

JCI Senator Charles Lau

Both PNPs Interviewed by Michael Chang Yam Kei 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Malaysia National President

Background

JCI Senator Datuk Seri Nelson joined JCI Petaling Jaya in 1981 as a charter member, invited and introduced by the late JCI Senator Datuk Patrick Wong. Initially he ran a toy shop prior to pivoting into the corn business. JCI Senator Datuk Seri Nelson founded “Nelson’s Sweet Corn & Snacks” which has been operating since 1985 and Heart Bit E-ECP since 2018.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? There are many valuable experiences during his National Presidency year :

- First National President to implement the JCI Malaysia Corporate Patrons. In 1992, KIMBALL Cheong Chan sponsored RM20,000. The amount was able to finance the operation expenses then.

- Revived TOYM and lasted until now.

- International friendship pact between JCI Malaysia & JCI Taiwan

- As the National President, he was given the chances to travel to various places such as Beaufort, Kapit, Sandakan, Sarikei, Tawau in East Malaysia.

- Established many friendships from other places.

- Elected as 1994 JCI Vice President in JCI World Congress (Hong Kong), assigned to Australia, Fiji & New Zealand.

- Able to learn international cultures and hence able to share knowledge to members.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

The reasons why JCI Senator Datuk Seri Nelson is motivated to serve JCI for long time is because he sees self-improvement within himself. He gained tons of knowledge and established many good friendships in JCI. Because of his service in JCI, he is also able to serve in other organisations such as Rotary Club. He also achieved social standing (Datuk Seri, Justice of Peace, being appointed as the 1st Honorary Consul of the Republic of Mozambique in Malaysia).

Tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

- Focus on 1 NGO position only and finish the term successfully.

- Perform your tasks / responsibilities with honesty and integrity.

- To have the will to learn and the desire to improve.

- Positive attitude.

- Learn how to acquire team work skills. Working as a team is essential as working alone will definitely exhaust oneself.

JCI Career

1989 – Local President

1991 – National Treasurer

1992 – National General Legal Counsel

1993 – National President

Local Organization

JCI Tawau

Interviewed by Vannessa Lim Shin Yi 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interview with 1992 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Datuk Seri Nelson Kwok Teng Toong

Personal Details

1993 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Ng Leong Yen

Background

JCI Senator Teresa graduated from YSITM and worked through rank and file to a Managerial position in various industries. Currently, she enjoys her life as a Corporate Trainer which has brought her round the world. She joined JCI in 1981 as a member of JCI Lahad Datu and was appointed as ‘Secretariat Manager’ not knowing that this was the start of many other responsibilities and duties in her JCI journey. She transferred her membership to JCI Intan 2 years later and was JCI Intan President in 1989/90. Her JCI journey has been very colorful. She was also elected as the first lady chairman for APDC in 1996, 1998 the JCI Commission Chairman for Growth and Development, 1999 as the JCI Training Aspac Coordinator/Training Chairman for Area B. As JCI age got the better of her, this did not stop her from serving may it be in JCI or other voluntary organisations, such as Sabah Palliative Care and the Catholic Church, which she was the Parish Chairman from 2015-2017.

The biggest motivation for PNP to serve JCI for such a long time? PNP felt motivated when she sees the members are growing both professionally and personally in JCI and life. People’s inspiration becomes her aspiration. Give without expectation! Selfless service is what motivated PNP to continue serving in the organization for a long time and a long time to come!

Differences between taking a post at local level, national and international levels?

One main difference is the culture. At international level, she tends to work with people from different cultures, beliefs, languages and practices. Nevertheless, this opportunity has given her the space to adjust and adapt to shape up and develop a better understanding about working with people and appreciate herself and others better. She said “Just grab the opportunity and learn fun from each other while serving at different levels. Develop lasting friendship and networking!” In JCI, once we attempt to understand each other, there is no longer any differences, just brotherhood/sisterhood!

Life is sweeter with JCI!!

Background

JCI Senator Lee joined JCI Ipoh in 1979 and he served as National President in 1995. Currently, he focuses his businesses on Amway.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? Being a National President was his most valuable experience in his JCI journey. He gained lots of experience and knowledge during his presidency year. When he was National President, it was his responsibility to ensure the organization follows its mission, policies, and procedures that are in place.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time? JCI Senator Lee attended ASPAC years back and he was inspired by one of the speakers during the convention. Not only the speaker, he was also inspired by JCI members from different countries on how they contribute to JCI and serve their community. Their stories have motivated him to take up the challenge and these are also what motivated him to serve JCI for such a long time.

Interview with 1995 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Lee Kai Loong

Interview with 1994 JCI Malaysia National President 1997 JCI Executive Vice President

JCI Senator Teresa M.Alberto

Both PNPs Interviewed by Regina Ngu 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Benny currently works as a business development managing partner. He was JCIM National President in 1996.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? It was at the 1996 JCIM Annual National Convention hosted by JCI Kota Kinabalu. When JCI Senator Benny gave his NP speech and NP’s recognitions & awards, he felt that the 1996 National Presidential Theme “Towards Greater Accomplishments” has encouraged the members to go forward and achieve greater height. Hence, with these encouragement and motivation, JCI Malaysia has won 10 JCI Awards and Recognitions at the 1996 JCI World Congress.

Tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

“A+B+C”, it is not Ais Batu Campus, but “Active, Be Active, Continue be active”!

Background

JCI Senator Clarence joined JCI Tanjung Aru on 7th December 1985 and became National President in 1997. He graduated with Diploma in Accounting and Diploma in Economics. He worked as books distributor but is now retired.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

JCI Senator Clarence has been with JCI for 37 years, and the journey still continues. He is passionate about JCI and he takes JCI as his “hobby”. Because of JCI, he has 37 years of “university life” and he has gained lots of experience and knowledge from the members and also the organization itself.

Tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

- The individual member MUST be active and get involved or participated.

- To acquire JCI basic knowledge.

- Dare to take up challenge and grab the opportunity.

- Take JCI as a platform to improve personal development skills.

- Finally, set your JCI Career goals where you want to achieve.

Both PNPs Interviewed by Stev Yong 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interview with 1997 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Clarence Chin

Interview with 1996 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Benny Low

Background

JCI Senator Liew Wen Tiek joined JCI Bukit Mertajam since 1983. He was then moved to KL and continue served his LO and participating in other LO’s activities. He has been working as a bank manager for 14 years and continued his career as finance controller in a listed company.

JCI Journey

Member > NVP > NEVP > 1998 NP > 1999 APDC councilor (assigned to Indonesia) > 2000 JCI VP (assigned to Mongolia, Phillipines, Macau, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong) > 2001 JCI EVP > 2002 JCI Senator Board director > 2003 JCI Senator Board Director > 2004 ASPAC Senate president > ASPAC Senate Board Advisor for 5 years.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

- Set up JCI Malaysia Academy (1st year JCIM Academy started in 1998, in Kuching).

- Launch JCI Malaysia Credit Card - by Standard Chartered Bank. - Lunch Blood donation on first day of Jaycee Week. Friendship - The relationship that he has with his connection in JCI lasted till now after 39 years in JCI.

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey? Time has always been a challenge. Finding time to manage business, JCI and family. Time management has been something he worked on during the period between work, young family and JCI. Setting priority right and leveraging the right resources were the key to succeed.

Interview with

1999 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Lee Swee Seng

Professional Career Previously Managing Partner in own legal firm. He was appointed as Judicial Commissioner and elevated to Civil Court Judge in the year 2010.

Year joined JCI 1988 (JCI Kuala Lumpur)

JCI Career 1996 – Local President 1997 – National Vice President 1998 – National Executive Vice President 1999 – National President

Interviewed by Oscar Tiu 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interview with 1998 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Liew Wen Teik

JCI Career

1995 – Local President

1996 – National Vice President

1997 – National Executive Vice President

2000 – National President

Background

JCI Senator Velvet is a Certified Financial Planner, who ran her own financial planning company for 20 years with a team of 30 Financial Planners and served more than 3000 professionals and business clients. Besides, she is an International trainer, motivator and facilitator who specializes in leadership, business and strategic planning workshops and has trained in Japan, Korea, Singapore, Macau, Hong Kong, Mongolia, Taiwan, The Philippines, Africa and Malaysia. One of her biggest achievement in her training career is to be a speaker in conferences with the largest audience of 7000 in Kyoto Japan. President Velvet is the principal consultant of Wcoach Sdn. Bhd. Specialising in corporate strategic planning, coaching and training. She works with the management team to lead and direct the company’s work toward the executive-level goals.

JCI Senator Velvet joined JCI Tanjung Bunga in 1992, since then she has been serving in JCI for the past 30 years involving herself in various roles locally and internationally.

1998 - Local President JCI Tanjung Bunga

1999 - National Vice President, JCI Malaysia

2000 - National Executive Vice President, JCI Malaysia

2001 - JCI Asia Pacific Training Commissioner

2002 - National President, JCI Malaysia

2003 - JCI Vice President

2004 - Advisor of 2004 JCI ASPAC JCI Strategic Planning Committee Member

Appointed as 2022-2026 JCI Malaysia Strategic Planning Taskforce Chairperson – Led the 1st ever JCIM SPC brainstorming with National Board members and SPC members. The outcome was our Road To 5000 with the a to double our membership by 2026. The 2022-2026 JCIM SPC Plan with eight goals and 22 strategies was produced and endorsed.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? The most humbling experience was losing the NP election in year 2000. This experience made her a stronger person and helped her to begin more intelligently and finally won the NP election the following year. The most enlightening experience was serving as JCI Malaysia National President. This experience expanded her horizons and helped her to appreciate my family, career and her life even better. The most inspiring experience was to lead a highly motivated Malaysia delegation to bid for 2004 JCI ASPAC, Penang in Sendai Japan as the National President and subsequently JCI ASPAC 2004 convention advisor. The Malaysia Boleh spirit captured the attention of the Japanese media and was featured in Japan’s TV Chanel. We proudly brought back JCI ASPAC 2004.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time? Throughout JCI Senator Velvet’s journey in JCI, she enjoys seeing the transformation and growth of every member and JCI Malaysia. She is definitely the leader who make things happen as she spearheaded and led JCIM Skill Development Council and Trainers’ Pathway, the development of JCIM Inspire, JCIM Empower and TTT1, Initiated Road To 5000 and JCIM R&R Program, She is also appointed as 20222026 JCIM SPC Chairperson which developed the SPC Plan with 8 goals and 22 strategies and spearheaded JCIM Business School. These experiences continue to motivate and inspire her to consistently learn and update herself while working with the young national leaders to elevate the standard of our organization and members.

Interviewed by Maegann Yap Leanne 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interview with 2002 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Velvet Ooi

Personal Details

2000 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Melvin Kiandee

Professional Career Architect

Year joined JCI 1991 (JCI Kota Kinabalu)

Malaysia National President

2003

1992

JCI Career

2001 – National Vice President

2002 – National Executive Vice President

2003 – National President

Background

JCI Senator Alice joined JCI in 1992. She owns an International Health & Beauty Business with beauty qualifications from Cidesco International Diploma (Zurich), CIBTAC Diploma (UK), and I.T.E.C (UK).

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

Her most valuable experience in JCI Journey is when she served as the National President in 2004 and this year was also the year JCI Malaysia organized and hosted the JCI Asia Pacific Conference in Penang, Malaysia. This major international project provided her with a tremendous opportunity for interaction and coordination among members of JCI Malaysia and JCI officers in order to achieve the great objective.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced in your JCI journey?

As the JCI Malaysia International Bidding Task Force Chairman, JCI Senator Alice had to assist JCIM to bid and secure the 2015 JCI Asia Pacific Conference to be hosted in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. It has been most challenging and fulfilling for her to lead as Chairman of the Bidding Task Force.

What are the five tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

i) Actively involved in acquiring leadership skills.

ii) Get involved at where learning starts.

iii) Stay positive and be motivated.

iv) You get the best out of others when you give the best of yourself.

v) To have fun & enjoy every moment.

Year joined JCI

Personal Details

JCI Malaysia National President

JCI Senator Dr. Benny Lee Chung Fatt

Interview with 2004 JCI Malaysia National President

JCI Senator Alice Kam

Interviewed by Shirley Pang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Publication Commission Chair

Background

JCI Senator Donald joined JCI in 1996 and became National President in 2005. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science and Business Computer Information System. Currently he is the General Manager in a company.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

Time management is the biggest challenge that JCI Senator Donald has faced in his JCI journey. It is challenging for him to balance his time for family, work personal, and JCI. Nevertheless, the best way to learn is to accept the challenges and work towards the goals. “When you are determined, you will not easily give up and definitely you will break through the obstacles”. For instance, if a member faces an issue or when there is conflict, the member should speak to BODs or NVP and use the correct platform/channel to voice out the opinion, then get it solved.

Background

JCI Senator Tony joined JCI around 19881989 and he got to know about JCI from his sister who is also a member of JCI Intan.

JCI Senator Tony is a Master of Business Administration graduate.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

JCI Senator Tony enjoys making friends all around the world. In JCI, members got the chance to enjoy team bonding time with other JCI members. No doubt, JCI Senator Tony also has tons of valuable experiences in his JCI journey. “Just take up the challenges and from there you will gain the skills and experience. You will learn the peoplemanagement skills, understanding people, ways to work with people, and organisation skills such as chairing and handling meeting. You will definitely feel different when you go out for work”.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

The biggest challenge that JCI Senator Tony has faced happened in 2006 when he was the National President. It was quite challenging for some reasons, one of the reasons was tight budget. Nevertheless, it is still considered a successful year and he is grateful that he has been given the chance to serve as a National President!

Both PNPs Interviewed by Jia Haw 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interview with 2005 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Donald Stephens

Interview with 2006 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Tony Hsing

Interview with

2007 JCI Malaysia National President

JCI

Background

Law Lee Kiau

JCI Senator Law, an interior designer with more than 25 years of experience, has an interior design company based in Johor Bahru. She established the company in the year 1995 as soon as she completed her Diploma in Interior Design in Singapore. JCI Senator Law gets to know about JCI through her friends and she joined JCI in 1996. Astonishingly, when JCI Senator Law was a 2-month-old member, she took up the challenge and successfully organized JCI Johor Bahru Installation & Awards Banquet (IAB) with just 2-month of preparation!

JCI Career

1996 – JCI Johor Bahru Member

1997 – JCI JB Commission Director

1998 – JCI JB Vice President (Individual)

1999 – JCI JB Vice President (Community)

2000 – JCI JB Local President

2001 – JCIM National Vice President

2002 – JCIM National General Legal Council

2003 – JCIM National Executive Vice President

2004 – JCIM National Business Director

2006 – JCIM National Treasurer

2007 – JCIM National President

2008 – JCI General Legal Counsel

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey?

In 2003, Dato’ Dr Tan Hian Tsin – the founder of Crocodile International – came out with this “1-to-1 challenge” given that if JCIM successfully fundraise RM500,000, Dato’ will donate another RM500,000 to JCI Malaysia Development Berhad.

JCI Senator Law accepted the challenge when she was the National President in 2007. JCI Senator Law and her Board conducted several campaigns such as “Ringgit a day” to meet the RM500,000 target. All their hard work paid off in the end and JCI Malaysia successfully fundraised RM500,000 and Dato’ Dr Tan donated RM500,000 to JCIM at its 32nd Annual National Convention in October 2007. JCI Senator Law would like to take this opportunity to thank all the past National President, Board of Directors, Officers, Committees, and Members for their contributions to JCIM and also the campaigns.

Background

JCI Senator Sabrina joined JCI in 1995 and become Local President in 2000. In 2005, she was the National Vice President with 6 assigned LOs. She was elected as National President in 2008.

JCI Senator Sabrina always believes that she can do much better than what others expected of her, especially with the support of her family. Currently, she works in the Elderly Care Center.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

JCI Senator Sabrina’s most valuable experience is when she was the Area Chair. It was challenging yet fulfilling because she was pregnant at that time and she has to travel and look after the whole JCIM Peninsular LOs.

The biggest challenge PNP has faced in JCI journey?

One of the biggest challenge JCI Senator Sabrina has faced in her JCI journey is to change the structure of NBOD. At that time, JCIM Peninsular was split into 2 Areas and they need to refer/study from other NOMs which has a quite number of LOs and learn from them.

Interview with 2008 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Sabrina Tiew

Senator

Interviewed by Shirley Pang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Publication Commission Chair

Interviewed by Joe Chang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Jamie graduated in Business Administration, and worked at KL for 3 years. She started her own business at the age of 25. She went back to Sarawak and established a kitchen materials & supply trading company in 1995. JCI Senator Jamie joined JCI Sibu in December 1995 and became Local President in 1998. Then, she served as Area Sarawak officer in 2000 and 2001. In 2006, JCI Senator Jamie served as NVP, NEVP in 2007, NGLC in 2008, and became National President in 2009.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey? There are a few challenges that JCI Senator Jamie has faced in her JCI journey:

- Geographical challenges in Sarawak: Have to pay for expensive MAS airline tickets to travel around as NBOD.

- Every time JCI Senator Jamie goes for the international event, she has to depart one day earlier because she needs to go to KL before flying internationally. It was tough back in the days compared to now with AirAsia.

- Besides JCI, JCI Senator Jamie has to manage her business as well. Currently, Sarawak IQI - Sibu, Miri, Bintulu, Kuching, new launch are all handled by JCI Senator Jamie.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

Her biggest motivation as a Past National President and to continue serving in JCI is to be able to witness and nurture the future of young leaders, as well as see young members in JCI achieving their career and leadership goals through the platform of JCI.

Background

JCI Senator Dennis joined JCI Tanjung Bunga in 1996. He comes from a Mechanical Engineering background and worked in a factory from 1991 until 2001. After that, he started his career in the finance industry as a loan advisor. In 2003, he started an SPA business with his wife.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

The biggest challenge that JCI Senator Dennis has faced in JCI Journey is schedule arrangement. He needs to travel to many places for work and JCI purposes, so schedule management and time management are the biggest challenges for him to overcome.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

The biggest motivation would be self-improvement. In JCI, every member has only 1 year to lead. All positions you only have one year to serve. JCI Senator Dennis learned a lot in JCI. Even now, he is still learning new things from JCI, and applying what he has learned in his business.

Interview with 2009 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Jamie Tiew

Interview with 2010 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Dennis Tan

Interviewed by Joe Chang

Interviewed by Edwin Phang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Joseph joined JCI Mandarin Sibu in 1999, and he was the 4th Local President of JCI Mandarin Sibu in 2000. During his local president year, he was awarded the Most Outstanding Local President in Malaysia & the world, and won the same award the following year in the Asia Pacific. He was elected as JCI Malaysia National President in the year 2011. He graduated from University of New South Wales in Australia, Bachelor of Engineering, major in Naval Architecture. After his bachelor’s degree, he also completed a Master of Business Administration, and is now pursuing Ph.D. in Business Management. His career background was Naval Architect, and currently he is Sarawak State Assemblyman for N.51 Bukit Assek.

What is the biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

JCI Senator Joseph joined JCI at 24 years old and became president at 25. He benefited and learned a lot from the senior member who was always willing to guide the junior member and him. That’s why he will keep contributing back to JCI. JCI Senator Joseph really inspired by the JCI Creed, particularly “GOVERNMENT SHOULD BE OF LAWS RATHER THAN OF MEN” and “SERVICE TO HUMANITY IS THE BEST WORK OF LIFE”. He always practices it even though he is now a politician. He hopes his experience and effort can motivate and inspire more junior members and make JCI better.

Background

JCI Senator Alexander grew up in Singapore, he then pursued his Degree in Accounting and Master of Business Administration in the United Kingdom. He came back to Malaysia in 1996. His first job in Malaysia was a credit officer at a bank. He later became a lecturer at INTI College Kota Kinabalu. Since 2000, he has been managing his family business, related to the oil palm industry. He joined JCI in 2005, recommended by a friend from Rotaract Club.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey? 2011 JCI Academy at Nagano, Japan. In Japan, JCI Senator Alexander spent 3-4 days staying with the host family and also visited an elementary school. During the visit to elementary school, he noticed that the children learn about recycling (washing & folding their milk cartons after emptying it), teamwork and responsibility (cleaning the classroom every day) at a very young age, which is very different from the elementary schools in Malaysia. Throughout the trip, he gained a deeper understanding of Japanese cultures and way of life! It was a big eye-opener to him.

Interview with 2011 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Joseph Chieng

Interview with 2012 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Alexander Chok

Interviewed by Jamie Tiow

Interviewed by Edwin Phang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Kim Tan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) at University Northumbria Newcastle. He is currently working in the food and beverage industry.

JCI Career

2005 - Joined JCI Bukit Mertajam

2007 - JCI Kulim Charter President in JCIM National Convention at Sarikei

2010 - National Vice President

2011 - National Executive Vice President

2012 - National Senior Executive Vice President

2013 - JCI Malaysia National President

Most Valuable experience in JCI Journey?

2012 JCI Academy in Hokkaido, Japan: JCI Senator Kim Tan met up with 78 JCI Leaders who came from different countries. He spent 10 days attending training and meeting new friends. It was an unforgettable and valuable experience.

Biggest challenge in JCI journey?

2012 JCI Malaysia Election: He was competing for the National President position. Along with his running mate (NSG candidate back then), they had to travel around Malaysia before the national convention to meet up with JCI members from different areas. The purpose of the trip was for him to deliver and explain his plan of action. His hard work paid off and he became 2013 JCIM National President. Throughout the process, he learned so many new things and felt so grateful for this challenge.

2014 JCI Malaysia National President JCI Senator Andy Ting King Dieng

Year joined JCI 1994 (JCI Sibu)

JCI Career

2009 – Local President

2010 – National Vice President

2011 – National Secretary General

2012 – National Deputy Award Chairman

2013 – National Executive Vice President

2014 – National President

2015 – JCI World Training Commissioner assigned to Asia and The Pacific

Tan Personal Details

Interviewed by Jamie Tiow

2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Cat Teoh graduated with a Diploma in Business Management and is currently a businessman and politician.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

When he was the National officer from the year 2010 to 2016, he appreciated the one-year-to-lead philosophy and took up the challenges and learnt from every position he has served. He had specific Key Performance Index (KPIs) and set his own targets before he took up each position, and made sure he achieved them before the term ended.

What is the biggest challenges you have faced in your JCI journey?

One of the biggest challenges that JCI Senator Cat Teoh has faced in the JCI journey happened in 2015 when he was the National President. He, together with his NBODs, had to solve the conflicts and issues raised during JCI ASPAC, hosted by JCI Penampang. It was challenging but they have learned a lot from the events.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

Of course, the opportunity to learn something new everyday in this organization has been the biggest motivation for him to serve JCI. When the years pass by, we will have that responsibility to serve not only the community, but also the nation. Not only personal development, involvement of young people on the advancement of this country is important too. This is what we call a “Real Active Citizen”. Local

Interviewed by Lim Keat How

2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Nurul-Huda is a Fellow Chartered Accountant (Australia), a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and a University of Melbourne graduate. She is now the Founder/CEO of Thrift Consulting which provides IT and digital marketing training and consultancy services for Government agencies, SMEs, and Start-Ups. She joined JCI in 2010 and served as National President in 2017.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

Her most valuable experience is when she first joined the National Convention. JCI Senator Nurul-Huda got the opportunities to learn and expand her network, both locally and internationally, during the convention. She also shared her experience as a running-mate. She had to go to different areas to meet with the members with the National President candidate, for instance from Kuala Lumpur to Kedah, then back to KL and fly to Tawau plus KK, then to Miri and Sibu before back to Johor. That was a tiring but exciting experience which she got to fly across Malaysia to meet with JCI Malaysia members.

What is the biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

The biggest motivation for JCI Senator Nurul-Huda to serve JCI for such a long time is her passion for JCI and she hopes to see JCI Malaysia continue to grow and be more sustainable.

Background

JCI Senator Kelvin Chew currently works as an insurance agent at Allianz. He joined JCI Sibu in 2001 when he was 21 years old.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

The most valuable experience in his JCI journey is meeting friends from different areas and strengthening the friendships. When he was president, I got to learn how to communicate with close friends who are also his colleagues in JCI. This is because it is a bit challenging to be serious with friends who are so close to you but at the same time serve as board of directors in the same local chapter.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey?

As someone who grew up with Chinese education background, the language barrier was his biggest challenge in JCI. It took him some time to learn and improve his English. Now he can understand English better and his public speaking has improved. For members who face the same issue, I can do it and I believe you can too!

Interview with

2017 JCI Malaysia President

JCI Senator Nurul-Huda

Interview with

2018 JCI Malaysia President

JCI Senator Kelvin Chew

Interviewed by Mike Yong 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Interviewed by Micheal Chai 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Andy graduated with a degree in Business and Marketing from Coventry University and is currently studying EMBA at Wawasan University. He is the owner of hotels and he has been with JCI since 2009.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

In JCI, JCI Senator Andy always learns by doing. His most valuable experience was the JCIM Academy in 2010. He went through a lot at the academy and it changed his perspective of JCI.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey? The biggest challenges are time management and work-life balance. We have to balance our lives, especially at different stages of life. For instance, JCI Senator Andy has to balance the time given to both JCI and family after he becomes a husband and father. In other words, it is challenging to take care of family without affecting the work in JCI.

What are the differences between taking a post at local level, national, and international level? We need to have different capabilities, passions for selfmotivation and inspiring others at different levels.

Local - Passion ; National - Human management and emotional intelligence ; International - Managing the expectations of world presidents.

Background

JCI Senator Ken Lee graduated with a Master of Science from University of Bristol. He ventures into Hotel and Café business and joined JCI MCE in 2012.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? When he was Local President in 2014, his chapter has achieved 100% members attendance to host 2nd JCIM Area Central South Convention (previously known as APCSC) and achieved 100% membership growth from less than 20 members to 50 members at the end of the year. As the 2020 National President, JCI Malaysia was awarded 5-Star Rating from Registrar of Youth under the Ministry Youth & Sports Malaysia (KBS) for National Organization Management Efficiency.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

JCI is not like other NGOs. The relationships and friendships are not built on personal interest but more on serving, learning, and self-developing. The international platform provided by JCI also motivates JCI Senator Ken Lee to continue serving for such a long time.

Interview with 2019 JCI Malaysia President JCI Senator Andy Lau

Interview with 2020 JCI Malaysia President JCI Senator Ken Lee

Interviewed by Kevin Mok

Interviewed by Micheal Chai 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Chew Hooi Mei graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Development from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Currently, she works in human resources and joined JCI Pearl in 2009.

The most valuable experience in your JCI journey? Some of the most valuable experiences in her JCI journey are:

- Opportunities to broaden her network both locally and internationally, and friendships in JCI.

- As Local President in 2014, she organized the firstever Women Run in Penang which became the flagship project of JCI Pearl until today. She has gained good relationships with local agencies and made JCI Pearl more visible in the community.

- Became the first full-virtual National President in 2021, this is challenging as she needs to be very creative, and create a lot of engagement activities to connect with members.

The biggest challenge you have faced in JCI journey? During the pandemic, JCI Senator Chew Hooi Mei needs to ensure that the organization has organized the right event which able to motivate members all the time. Everything is not the same during the pandemic, the pandemic has made almost everything virtual, thus we need to adapt to the latest trend.

The biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

I would say I am driven by passion to serve, develop and enabling leaders in JCI.

Tips / advices that you would like to give to JCI Malaysia members?

i. Create impactful project for local community; ii. Enabling more leaders; iii. Develop others; iv. To inspire; v. Pay forward.

Interview with 2021 JCI Malaysia President JCI Senator Chew Hooi Mei

Interviewed by Kevin Mok 2022 JCI Malaysia National Vice President

Background

JCI Senator Ellen Lu currently pursuing her career as a full-time real estate negotiator where she gets certain flexibility of time to be more involved with her JCI career. She joined JCI when she was 21 years old, fresh into society. Never did she expect she would progress her JCI journey to where she is today. She spent 6 years growing up in her LO before she took up the challenge as Local President in 2012 and furthered her JCI journey to serve as National President in 2022.

In regards to the 2022 JCIM Plan of Action, how is the progress so far? Are you satisfied with the progress?

The 2022 JCI Malaysia Theme, Take the LEAD covers 4 major aspects that align with the JCI Plan of Action. Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Administration and Digitalization are the four major focuses outlined for JCI Malaysia and she is very overwhelmed with the support from the Local Presidents in putting these initiatives into action on the grassroots level, growing their Local Organizations during this post-pandemic era. Since the pandemic lockdown for the past 2 years, she is truly blessed with the progress and realignment the National Organization has thus far in coping with the new norm. She looks forward to seeing the LOs set new benchmarks for their Local Organization which in turn, contributes toward the overall success of the National Organization.

What is the most valuable experience in your JCI journey?

If she must highlight her most valuable experience, it would be during the visitation of President Argenis to JCI Malaysia this year. She got the opportunity to spend 4 full days learning from a man who has 21 years of journey in JCI and actively preached the vision that “Leading is our Duty”. He also initiated a working committee to compile the Declaration of Human Duties which JCI Senator Ellen Lu was excited to see it being presented at the United Nations. They visited all 4 areas in JCI Malaysia within 4-day where each station presented them with a unique and memorable experience. This once-in-a-lifetime encounter will be one of the most valuable experiences in her JCI journey where a wish came true because of the courage to pursue it.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced in your JCI journey?

The biggest challenge she has faced would most definitely be time and priority management in balancing her JCI commitments, career, family, friends and personal time. As JCI Senator Ellen Lu took on a bigger portfolio within her JCI journey together with her career progression, effective time management became very challenging.

There are always more tasks to be completed than the available time to accomplish them. This is where certain important things such as family and health get neglected unconsciously. In the realisation of this, she is still learning about effective delegation of responsibilities and priority management where she can pursue a balanced JCI journey.

What is the biggest motivation for you to serve JCI for such a long time?

The greatest motivation to continuously serve in JCI can be summarized in one word: “Growth”. Along her 16 years of JCI journey, JCI Senator Ellen Lu noticed not just her own personal growth but also the growth of the people around her who are also a part of the JCI movement. JCI has contributed to her personal growth and grooming of many leaders of tomorrow. There is a great sense of fulfilment and sense of achievement to see normal individuals take on leadership roles and contribute to the advancement of our society. Seeing JCI Malaysia plays a part in developing leaders of a changing world motivates her to further serve this organization.

Interview with 2022 JCI Malaysia President JCI Senator Ellen Lu

Interviewed by Shirley Pang 2022 JCI Malaysia National Publication Commission Chair

APDC Mission in Thailand

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Interview with 2021-2022 JCI Asia-Pacific Development Councilor (JCI APDC) Terry Tey

2022 JCI Malaysia

National Publications Commission Chairman Shirley Pang

Could you share a bit of your background and also your JCI journey?

2021-2022 JCI Asia Pacific Development Councilor Terry Tey Chin Wan

Interviewed by 2 3

What motivates you to take the role as APDC? There are two important “ship” in JCI: leaderSHIP and friendSHIP. What motivates me to take the role as APDC is the spirit of exchange of knowledge among the National Organization in the Asia Pacific region. As APDC, I got the chance to work together with team members from different NOMs to assist National Organizations with internal development of officers and training. Not only that, we also help to execute plans to further promote the JCI movement in the region. As APDC, I also get the opportunity to expand my network and make friends from different countries, as per the JCI Creed “The brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations”.

Profession Managing Director of Estalco Sdn. Bhd. and Seng & Kian Enterprise Sdn. Bhd.

Education

Diploma in Computer Science; Microsoft Certified System Engineer

2003; Certified Environmental Professional in Scheduled Waste Management

Position held in JCI

2012 - Joined JCI Malacca City Entrepreneur

2013 - Commission Director

2014 - Executive Vice President

2015 - General Legal Council

2016 - Secretary General

2017 - Honorary Treasurer

2018 - Local President

2019 - National International Affairs

Commission Chairman

2020 - National President Chief Special SA 2021

- Asia Pacific Development Officer

2022 - Asia Pacific Development Councilor

What is the most valuable experience in your APDC journey? Other than friendship, I also get to travel to different countries to execute the missions such as training and fellowship. Before I start my term as APDC, I have set a few goals such as to grow JCI Thailand membership, assist the NOM to establish flagship projects, and develop more JCI trainers. Throughout the year, me and my team have successfully produced introductory videos that help JCI Thailand members to understand more about APDC and motivate these members to participate in JCI events. Besides that, our team also helped JCI Thailand to set up a Skill Development Commission to develop with more JCI trainers and organize training such as e-Awards training, JCI official courses, and APDC journey.

What is the biggest challenge you have faced in your JCI APDC journey? One of the biggest challenges that I have faced is to manage different members from different countries. It is challenging to manage because different leaders from different countries have different leadership styles and national cultures. But after a few meetings and working together for some time, we understand each other’s cultures better, especially when we have common goals for the assigned countries. In short, it does not have to be difficult when we face challenges, but these challenges are a great way for us to learn and achieve our goals.

What are the five tips/advice that you would like to give to JCIM members who wish to go for APDC?

Grab the opportunities to be JCI APDO or APDC.

Enjoy the APDO/APDC journey, gain as much experience as you can.

Make sure you have sufficient JCI Knowledge before you go for APDO/ APDC because you are kind of representing JCI Malaysia.

Be responsible, because you represent the NOM/country.

Be humble. Learn from not only the EXCO, but also from the members from different countries.

JCI

2022 JCI Malaysia National Convention

The long-awaited physical National Convention is finally here! This year, JCIM National Convention (NatCon) is successfully hosted by JCI Kuching, physically from Oct 13 to 15, led by National Convention Director Emily Bong. Some of the key programs of the convention included local president summit, first timer programme, competitions, trainings, seminars, forums, General Assembly, and awards night. More than 1,300 delegates from different JCI chapters throughout Malaysia and international delegates from nine countries gathered in Kuching, networking and celebrating the year of service as an enterprising leader of JCIM.

Event

2022 JCI Malaysia National Convention

Date 13 - 15 October 2022 Venue Imperial Hotel Kuching, Sarawak

On October 13, the Opening Ceremony began with Past National Presidents, Local Presidents, National Board of Directors, National Convention Director, and Guest of Honour represented by Mayor of Kuching South Dato Wee Hong Seng marched in, one by one, into the convention hall. Not only 2022 JCI President Argenis Angulo sent his congratulatory video to JCIM,

National Presidents and representatives from JCI Taiwan, JCI Myanmar, JCI Hong Kong, JCI Vietnam, and JCI Cambodia were also invited to the stage and delivered their congratulatory speeches.

The next few days were full of intense sharings, trainings, and endless friendships being built among JCIM members. What makes the convention more exciting is the presence of 2023 JCI President candidate, JCI Senator Viktor Omarsson, who experienced in facilitating and helping people to become the best version of themselves. During the “Objectives and key results for Local Organization” forum, JCI Senator Viktor Omarsson shared his volunteering journey in JCI and brainstorm with the participants on the JCIM direction and ways to make JCIM one of the best NGO platform in Malaysia.

2023 JCI President candidate

JCI Senator Viktor Omarsson

The convention was also a real eye opener to all members, especially the new members. Throughout the 3-day convention, the bonding between JCIM members strengthen even more!

Youth NGO, Junior Chamber International Malaysia Connects the Communities Around the Nation Through Marathon

JCI Malaysia held a community marathon known as “Leaders Run 2022” at MAEPS Serdang, on 4th September 2022. Leaders Run is a 5km marathon and available in both physical and virtual runs which are open to individuals over the age of 12. This marathon experience encourages everyone to get involved, from avid runners to family as well as enterprising leaders from various fields. It inculcates the spirit of staying in healthy and fun communities around the nation.

National President of JCI Malaysia, JCI Senator Ellen Lu, mentioned that the Leaders Run marathon was one of the largest events of the year for JCI Malaysia and it provided an opportunity to gather as many young leaders and members of 73 JCI local chapters across the country.

JCI Malaysia has also received good support from Tourism Malaysia and Cuti-Cuti Malaysia through the Tourism Sector Support Grant (GSSP) to promote and position Malaysia as a leading tourism destination in the Asian region and support the opportunities of Malaysia as a domestic tourism destination.

Serdang

Leaders Run 2022

Bruce Ban, the Organizing Chairman mentioned that the key highlight of Leaders Run was the lucky draw session which allow participants to win fantastic prizes of up to RM110,000. This event not only allows participants to expand their network during the event, but also gives families the opportunity to enjoy parentchild fun together. All entry fees from the event were channelled to JCI Malaysia Foundation for public welfare purposes.

Last but not least, Leaders Run would not be a spectacular event without the brilliant support of sponsors and partners such as MasterMind Council International as the title sponsor, MARDI Corp as the venue sponsor, World Of Buzz as the official media partner and Bubble Gum X as the event sponsor. Thank you to all sponsors, partners, and the Organizing Team!

JCIM SDA

JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (JCIM SDA) is an annual national project that aims to raise awareness, educate, and promote sustainable projects in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). JCIM SDA was established with the goal of raising public awareness of all 17 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations and recognising organisations who have established projects that promote these goals or implement sustainable initiatives in their business operations.

A total of 17 categories are available for competition, and the top honour in the awards “Best of the Best Project” is awarded to the most outstanding company/organization to recognize them in reaching more sustainable development goals.

Event

2022 JCI Malaysia Sustainable Development Award (SDA) Ceremony

Date 17 September 2022

Venue

Ascott Gurney, Penang

Organizer JCI United Penang

This year, the 2022 JCIM SDA Ceremony was held at Ascott Gurney Penang on 17th September 2022, witnessed by T.Y.T Tun Dato’ Seri Utama Ahmad Fuzi bin Haji Abdul Razak who graced the ceremony. More than 370 representatives of government officials, corporate, and NGOs from different parts of the nation gathered and attended the award ceremony. There are several new initiatives in 2022 JCIM SDA which include: RM10,000 grant given to each of the Top 3 with highest score, (ii) SDA award endorsed by Penang State government, (iii) the event is graced by Guest of Honour Tuan Yang Terutama of Penang this year. It is also honoured to have Ms Norani Abu Bakar (UCSI Group - SDG Secretariat Office), Mr James Ryan Raj (APPGM-SDG Exco), Mr Anthony Tan (APPGM-SDG Exco) and Mr Rizatuddin Ramli (UN Malaysia) as 2022 JCIM SDA judges.

JCI TOYM

Event

2022 JCI Ten Outstanding Young Malaysians (TOYM) Awards Ceremony

Date 18 September 2022 Venue Raia Hotel, Alor Setar

Organizer JCI Kulim

2022 JCI Ten Outstanding Young Malaysians (TOYM) took place on 18th September 2022. The main objective of this nationwide award ceremony is to provide recognition to Outstanding Young Individuals between the ages of 18 and 40, thereby serving as inspiring examples and incentives to young Malaysians. Honorees of TOYM will have an opportunity to represent Malaysia to nominate for the International TOYP Awards against 122 other countries which will take place at JCI World Congress.

This year, the Panel Judges for the event are Chief Judge Dato’ Seri Zainal Abidin Bin Mahamad Zain, Panel Judge JCI Senator Datuk Nancy Ho JP, JCI Senator Dato Alex Ting Kuang Kuo, Datuk Dr Tan Chik Heok, and Mr Seah Kian Hoe. After the nomination period ended on 31st May 2022, the Panel Judges spent approximately 2 months evaluating the finalists, strictly aligned to JCI standards. Then, a 3-day face-to-face interview of all 30 finalists was conducted from 26th to 28th August 2022. The award ceremony was even merrier with YB Tuan Dr. Robert Ling Kui Ee as the Guest of honour. Thousands attended the award ceremony, and appreciation was given to all JCI members and the public, Panel Judges, sponsors, JCI TOYM Past Honourees, Local NGO from Kedah, and Press Media for the successful event. Congratulations to all the honourees!

JCI CYEA

Event 2022 JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Award (CYEA) Ceremony

Date 1 October 2022

Venue Hatten Hotel, Melaka Organizer JCI MCE

JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Award (CYEA) was launched internationally in the year 2005 specifically to recognize and honour exceptionally creative young entrepreneurs in their success. The award recognises, honours and celebrates exceptional young entrepreneurs who have started a business using creativity or have improved an existing business through innovative problem-solving while adhering to the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

This year, Junior Chamber International Malacca City Entrepreneur (JCI MCE), under the leadership of Organizing Chairman Mr Gregory Ng and hosting local organization president Valarie Ngoh, is honoured to host the 16th JCI CYEA ceremony and this is JCI MCE second time to host the award ceremony since 2017. At

the award ceremony, an announcement was made to highlight the Top 10 winners for this award and narrowed down the list to further select the Top 3. As said by the Guest of Honour, YB Senator Datuk Mohd Ridhwan Bin Mohd Ali, President of Majlis Gabungan Belia Malaysia that the award ceremony will help young entrepreneurs to open the door of the international business arena with better profit probability which indirectly will elevate our country’s image in the world in terms of creativity.

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About JCI Malaysia Business School

In line with the vision of JCI and JCI Malaysia, JCI Malaysia Business School is established to develop enterprising leaders and enhance their entrepreneurial capabilities.

We believe that youth entrepreneurship benefits an economy by creating jobs, increasing competitiveness, creating innovative goods and services, creating a strong community and cultural identity, and producing income.

Grooming resilient and innovative entrepreneurs is pivotal to put Malaysia in the global stage of creating sustainable businesses.

Business Supercharge is a premier program of JCI Malaysia Business School aimed to support the International Program of JCI -

JCI Creative Young Entrepreneur Program to develop and train young enterprising leaders through a series of modules which covers topics like Global Business Outlook, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Financial and Cash Flow Management, Product-Market Fit etc. The program engages market leaders who excel in their specific fields to share their expertise and experience with local businesses and start-ups owners via a structured learning process.

JCI Malaysia envisions to support 2,000 enterprising leaders within Malaysia in training and preparing these enterprising leaders to adapt to the fast changing world and compete on the global stage.

JCI

Alliance Bank

APDO Interview

Name_Alvis Loo Mun Yew

Position_

2021-2022 JCI Asia Pacific Development Officer

1. Could you share about your background and how you get to know about JCI?

After completing my Master's Degree from the UK and working for a few years in KL, I decided to start my business in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. I heard about JCI Sandakan when I was in secondary school. I learned more about JCI through JCI Sandakan Past President and eventually I was referred to join JCI Tanjung Aru in March 2011. Since then, I expand my networks effectively and made many quality friends around Sabah and beyond. Along the JCI journey, I met my soulmate Lenny Yap, who became my wife in 2016.

2. What motivated you to take the role of JCI APDC Development Officer?

I am inspired by the quote "We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give". I have been transformed from a business owner to a purposeful entrepreneur through 11 years of leadership development in JCI. I always wish to learn and contribute more on the international platform. I am honoured to earn the opportunity to serve as 2021-2022 JCI Asia Pacific Development Council Development Officer.

3. What is the most valuable experience in your JCI APDC journey? 《孔子·论语》：三人行，必有我师焉

We learned so much from each other, especially from the leaders of JCI Thailand and their previous projects and achievements in Thailand. One of the most valuable experiences was the journey of empowering JCI Thailand in E-Award preparation. The year before, they submitted nothing to JCI World Congress E-Award. Despite the language barrier, JCI Thailand submitted eight (8) E-Award Entries and nominated 6 Award Judges to the 2021 JCI World Congress, which was far beyond our expectations.

The dedications inspired all of us in JCI APDC. Thank You 20212022 JCI APDC Chairperson Odontungalag Enkhjargal, Advisors, Coaches, Exco Team especially my super dedicated Councilor Terry Tey, Development Officers, JCI Malaysia and JCI Tanjung Aru for all the inspiration and endorsements.

APDO Interview

Name_Nicholas Tan Check Foong Position_2021-2022 JCI Asia Pacific Development Council

Achievement in JCI APDC JCI Asia Pacific Development Council Most Outstanding and Best Development Officer of the Year

1. Could you share about your background and how you get to know about JCI?

I am Nicholas Tan. Commonly known as NicBro. My profession is a Chartered Accountant. I am currently serving as Project Manager in Malaysia Digital Economy Corporate (MDEC), a government agency under Ministry of Communication and Multimedia Malaysia. I joined JCI movement since 2015 when I was still working as a junior auditor in Deloitte. I spent a great deal of time researching and exploring a youth organisation to join. Subsequently, I engaged several youth organisations and attended their events. Ultimately, I selected JCI as I was flabbergasted by its vision and mission and knowing the fact that JCI provides 4 areas of opportunities.

2. What motivate you to take the role as JCI APDC Development Officer?

I believe that JCI APDC would be able to put me in a new environment and constantly challenges me, not only to adapt to and explore new surroundings, but also to engage with different people and teammate from other JCI countries in order to achieve JCI APDC missions in assigned countries.

In fact, JCI provides me the access to JCI friends all around the world. One of the my most memorable JCI experiences happened when I was serving as JCI Kuala Lumpur Secretary General back in 2017 when I travelled to Japan to visit JCI friends in JCI Nishinomiya and JCI Tokyo. That was my first JCI trip to Japan. Thankfully, everything worked in our favour and I learnt so much about Japan from the JCI members in Japan. Since then, travelling is part of my annual plan and taking up role in JCI APDC is like an icing on the cake in my JCI and personal development journey.

3. What is the most valuable experience in your JCI APDC journey?

The physical mission and fellowship session in JCI APDC countries were the most valuable experience in my JCI APDC journey where all JCI APDC officers from various countries across Asia-Pacific travelled to a country to perform JCI mission – to promote and strengthen JCI movement.

JCI APDC team was so excited when we got to know that team Thailand (led by JCI APDC Councillor Terry from JCI Malaysia) was scheduled for an APDC mission in Thailand. I feel so thankful that Councillor Terry gave me an opportunity to be in his training team to conduct physical training to JCI Thailand’s members. The experience and journey were amazing and memorable. YOLO!

APDO Interview

Name_Wilson Tan Yit Sing Position_2021-2022 JCI

1. Could you share about your background and how you got to know about JCI?

I am an apparel retailer and joined JCI United Penang in 2015. I was introduced by a friend who posted a lot of JCI events on FB and from there I got to know about JCI and joined JCI United Penang.

Asia Pacific Development Council

2. What motivate you to take the role as JCI APDC Development Officer?

I took up the challenge and served as APDO because I wish to expand my international network and become the first APDO in my LO. Besides that, it was also a remarkable achievement for my last official year in JCI as I am turning 40 this year.

3. What is the most valuable experience in your JCI APDC journey?

The most valuable experience in my APDO journey is the friendship and bonding established during our term. Although the APDO are from different countries, we managed to work together and execute the mission together. Apart from that, I can also see how JCI works in other counties and that was really great exposure for me.

2022 JCI Malaysia Creative Young Entrepreneur Program (JCI CYE Program): Fostering Leadership In Every Industry

As announced in the 2020 JCI World Congress, the new and updated version of JCI CYE Awards has now reached the shores of Malaysia at national level in 2022. Aligned to the latest tagline of JCI: Developing Enterprising Young Leaders for a changing world, the program aims to develop skillset essential for the 21st century via its tagline: “Fostering Leadership In Every Industry.”

Recognizing the very need for a new generation of leaders with solid entrepreneurial skills, together with the entire 2022 JCIM CYE Program committees under the leadership of the 1st JCIM CYEP Organizing Chairman Damian Khaw (JCI Kuala Lumpur) and Ex-Officio 2022 JCIM National Deputy President Matt Ngai (JCI Kinta), the new program was introduced to JCI Malaysia at the start of year 2022.

In total, there were a total of 31 participants with 29 successful nominations. Each nominee was first evaluated by a predetermined and structured online nomination form from JCI HQ and an actual live-broadcasted pitching session followed by QandA from Malaysia Securities Commission Licensed fund managers. These fund managers were Neu2Capital (Labuan Offshore Licensed), Ingenious Haus Group (SC Malaysia Licensed), Ataplus (SC Malaysia Licensed), The HIVE South East Asia (SC Malaysia Licensed) and Telecommunication Acquisition Corporation Unit (United States SEC Licensed).

With the support of the leading and credible international brand company, The BrandLaureate, JCIM CYE Program was given permission to host the 2 days pitching event at The World Brands Foundation Headquarters, located in Damansara Uptown. After over 48 hours of non-stop livebroadcasted pitching via JCI Malaysia Official Facebook Page, over 10 months of preparation, the program officially closed on 24th September 2022, 8pm by the Guest of Honor Dr. KK Johan and 2022 JCIM National President JCI Sen. Ellen Lu Ping Ping with the certificate presentation and outgoing speech by 2022 JCI Malaysia CYEP Organizing Chairman Damian Khaw witnessed by over 60 on-site participants and 3,000 viewers online.

The Top 3 Winners and all Top 10 winners of the 1st ever JCI Malaysia CYE Program were finally recognized on stage during the 2022 JCI Malaysia National Convention on 15th October 2022, marking the end of the 1st CYE Program and the beginning of more successful professional endeavor for all JCI Malaysia member who were involved.

2022 JCI World Congress

JCI World Congress is an annual event that gather young and active citizens all over the world to develop these young leaders who will ultimately play a part in creating positive change in their local communities and the world at large. This year, JCI World Congress was hosted by JCI Hong Kong from 31 October to 4 November 2022. According to 2022 JCI World Congress Director JCI Senator Ben Mak, there were more than 5000 congress participants, 15 visionary speakers, 28 workshops offered, and 30 global tours for delegates to experience during the World Congress.

The “Share Moments Virtual Exhibition” was one of the highlights of 2022 JCI World Congress. The participants not only able to expand their networks, they also got the golden opportunity to share and advertise their products, services, and technologies to the members and participants from all around the world. Other than that, Elvis Pascal from JCI Macao, China conducted a skills development session titled “Colour your project: Psychology of colour in marketing and branding”. Colours are powerful psychological triggers that help businesses and people to learn better by changing perception and evoking emotion. However, excessive use of colour might leads to cognitive overload. Thus, the speaker shared his knowledge and experiences to the participants on how to find the right balance and tell the right story to the targeted customers by just using colours.

The 5-day World Congress was a real eye opener to all participants, especially the new members. Next year, JCI World Congress will be held on 14-18 November 2023 in Switzerland, Zurich. See you there!

Awards List

Best National Growth and Development Program: Road to 5000 – JCI Malaysia Take the LEAD Program (JCI Malaysia)

Best Local Individual Development Program: Little Boss (JCI Malacca City Entrepreneur)

Most Outstanding Member: Viviane Tong (JCI Muar)

Most Outstanding New Local Organization: JCI Century

JCI’s Ten Outstanding Young Persons of 2022: Sai Seong Lim (Scientific and/or Technological Development) Wei Lun Sin (Medical Innovation)

Finalist for Best Local Growth and Development Program: INSPIRE 300 (JCI Kuala Lumpur)

Finalist for Best Local Community Impact Program: Waste To Green (JCI Johor Bahru Entrepreneur)

Finalist for Best Local Global Goals Project: Together We Rise! Ohana (JCI South Key)

Finalist for Best JCI RISE Project: JCI Kuala Lumpur

Finalist for Best Local Individual Development Program: Entrepreneur RISE 2.0 (JCI Johor Bahru Entrepreneur)

Finalist for Most Outstanding New Member: Jamie Lim Siew Hoon (JCI Kuala Lumpur)

JCI Malaysia Academy

Venue

International Youth Centre (IYC) Residence Kuala Lumpur

It is time for a new batch of leaders to take charge! The 4-day hybrid academy was hosted by JCI Petaling Jaya with the theme of “Developing leaders for the changing world” at the International Youth Centre (IYC) Residence Kuala Lumpur from 13th to 16th November 2022. A total of 68 local and 9 international academicians (JCI Philippines, JCI Vietnam, JCI Cambodia, and JCI Thailand) have attended the academy. The trainers team was led by Head Trainer JCI Senator Velvet Ooi, assisted by Deputy Head Trainer JCI Senator Nurul-Huda, JCI Senator Ellen Lu, JCI Senator CJ Leow, Matt Ngai, Stanley Goh, as well as the facilitators.

During the Academy, academicians learnt not only about VIA model (Vision, Inspiration, Action) but also PERFORM model (Purpose & value, Empowerment, Relationship & communication, Flexibility, Optimal productivity, Recognition & appreciation, Morale). Local Presidents are the backbone of the organization because they play different roles in different situations, for instance as manager, coaches, educators, and ambassadors. Other than learning from the classroom, the academicians also got the golden opportunity to have an educational tour to HUAWEI Customer Solution

Innovation Center at Kuala Lumpur. From there, the academicians were given a mind-blowing tour and also the opportunity to learn from Vice President of HUAWEI Malayia Digital Power, Mr Chan Chern Peng on how digital transformation impacts our daily life.

No learning is completed without deep self-reflection and realization. Hope all the academicians can put what they have learned into practice and have a wonderful presidential year in the coming year.