Careers Fair 2024
#KTJInspiringFutures
Introduction On behalf of the Careers Fair team, I would personally like to invite you all to this year’s big event. I am sure that you will join me in welcoming 17 guest speakers, who have kindly agreed to spend their Saturday morning sharing their invaluable experiences with you. In fact, all of them used to be students here at KTJ! As a Form 5 or Lower 6 student, you have some big decisions on your horizon. Whether it be choosing your A Level subjects for next year or finalising which university courses you are going to apply to, these decisions are better made when you have explored options, gathered information and listened to the advice of experts. What do YOU aspire to do with your life, beyond school? It’s a tough question! My hope is that this Careers Fair will provide you with an opportunity to be inspired by the journeys of others and perhaps get a little bit closer to answering that question for yourself. This programme contains a personal profile for each of the guest speakers – an insight into the presentations they will give. Please read through all of them carefully, then decide which talks you would like to attend. A reminder that if you are in Form 5, you are expected to attend four talks. Lower 6 students must attend at least three talks (but you can attend all four if you wish). You can use one of the sessions to go to the Arc and research university courses instead. Finally, I would like to share some advice of my own so that you can prepare for the event effectively and get the most out of the experience on the day. • • • •
Research your speakers – read their profiles, find out more information online (e.g. company website or LinkedIn) and write down some interesting questions you would like to ask them. Be inquisitive – after each talk, the speakers will give you an opportunity to ask them questions, so demonstrate your curiosity and get involved in the discussion. Be respectful – arrive promptly to all of the sessions, listen carefully during them and say thank you when you leave. Represent KTJ – wear your school uniform (jackets and ties not required), be proud of our school and demonstrate the KTJ values at all times.
I look forward to seeing you all on the day. Don’t forget that there will be a final session, with all speakers and students in attendance, from 12.00 to 12.45 in the Auditorium. Mr Thomas Yarlett Careers Guidance Coordinator
Our speakers Ameenah Azman, Co-founder of GetThere digital magazine Ameenah Azman, born in 1992, graduated in accounting and finance from the London School of Economics (LSE). She is an ICAEW chartered accountant who started her career in PwC. A Bank Negara Kijang Emas Scholar, Ameenah managed to achieve 4A* in A Level for the subjects of further mathematics, mathematics, accounting and economics. In KTJ, she represented the college in basketball and was active in athletics. Currently, Ameenah is an entrepreneur who runs a few businesses in the fields of media, hospitality and education. She is the co-founder of GetThere, a publication about individuals doing awesome things.
Arwin Muruga, Managing Director at Creative Beings Consultancy Arwin’s areas of expertise encompass not only Leadership Development but also the Transformation of People, Culture, Performance, and Processes. He is a seasoned professional in Employee Engagement and People & Performance Management, distinguished for his mastery in facilitating interactive experiential programs that ignite participants’ potential to unleash their best selves and achieve remarkable outcomes. Certified as an HRDF Trainer, Arwin effortlessly conducts training programs in both English and Bahasa Malaysia, ensuring effective communication and engagement with diverse audiences. Arwin’s distinctive approach lies in his genuine interaction with students, acting as a coach and mentor to guide them toward achieving their desired goals.
Azlina Amir Abbas, Deputy Dean and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Universiti Malaya Prof Azlina qualified as a doctor from Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada. She started her medical career at the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur (UMMC) as an intern, then a trainee lecturer with the Universiti Malaya (UM) soon after. After qualifying as an Orthopaedic Surgeon, she continued to practice medicine at the UMMC and teaches at the Faculty of Medicine, UM. She would be happy to share her journey to being a doctor generally and an Orthopaedic surgeon specifically, as well as an Academic Clinician. Additionally, she will also be able to share her experiences as a female surgeon in a male-dominated specialty.
Azlan Zabidi, Senior Manager at OXO Pro Sports Azlan began his career in banking with CIMB Group, where he stayed for 8 years before pursuing a career in the business of sports. Azlan has since spent a year coaching U12s, while also attaining coaching and scouting badges. He now has a senior position within XOX Pro Sport, a sports agency which boasts a football club (Perak FC), and a motorsports team (TKKR) under its portfolio. They are responsible for commercialisation and all commercial assets for the two teams.
Deda Ridzwani, Director of Public Affairs, Development and Corporate Relations at the Institute of Strategic and International Studies (ISIS) Malaysia Having studied “Communications and Media Studies” catered to examine the ways in which people communicate with each other and the media, and how media can influence and reflect people or the government, Deda has since been involved and collaborated with many Ministries, international and local government agencies, foreign embassies etc, advocating and combining the theory and practice of communication, from rhetoric to public advocacy/ affairs. Currently, she is working for a prominent think tank in the country, to support, improve and implement effective communication in interpersonal, organisational, corporate, and intercultural contexts.
Faizal Bin Bahadon, Executive Director at Finther Technologica Faizal Bin Bahadon (Faizal) has been in the IT industry for more than 20 years. His experience in different aspects of operating a company led to the start of Finther as a services company focusing on providing advisory on IT Performance Management. Effective IT performance management can help organizations maximize the value of their IT investments, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction. Join Faizul to learn more about his journey from being an engineer to an entrepreneur.
Haniff Nasir, Industrial Analyst at Petronas Haniff Nasir is an Industrial Analyst, working actively with business and digital professionals across O&G and energy value chain. Over the past 10 years, Haniff has explored diverse experiences as an engineer; spanning process operations, multidisciplinary engineering, plant turnaround, safety, digitalization, and human resources. His past assignments included BUCS, Asda UK, PwC, FinTech and LTdF. Recently, Haniff passionately empowers students in STEM and professionals in Data Literacy & Analytics, fostering growth and expertise both locally and internationally. Join him to learn more about his journey from engineering to IT and how you can become one.
Imran Najmi Merican, Manager of the Special Review & Forensics Evaluation Department at Petronas Imran had the opportunity to study MSc Forensic Accounting in the UK after completing his Accounting degree in Melbourne. Coming from a family of doctors, specialising in a field was a must. Imran is currently managing the Special Review & Forensics Evaluation department at Petronas, where he works with his team on global projects for one of the largest companies in Malaysia. Imran is keen to tell his story, sharing his insights into the business world and the importance of minimising operations risk and preventing transaction fraud.
Lam Shen Fei, Chartered Architect at Fei Architect and Lecturer at University Putra Malaysia (UPM) Shen Fei is an architect and university lecturer at University Putra Malaysia (UPM). He crafts designs for commercial, residential, heritage, school, industrial, bespoke residence, and unique projects. In 2023, Shen Fei was named one of the ‘40 Under 40’ Emerging Architects of Malaysia.
Lisa Ong Hooi Chen, CEO of Malaysian Solar Resources (MSR) Lisa is the CEO of a pioneering solar company in Malaysia producing the only Malaysian Solar Photovoltaic (PV) modules. MSR oversees the engineering, procurement, construction, the contractor (EPCC) for installation of solar farms, rooftop solar and housing solar. Lisa graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Biomedical) with a Masters in Accounting (Australia). She has a wealth of experience in the Department of Treasury & Finance (DTF), Department of Sustainability & Environment (DSE), as well as investment banking.
Poh Yew Tia (PY Tia), Partner of Messrs Tia & Sufyan Advocates & Solicitors PY Tia read Law at Nottingham University, UK, from 2000-2002. He was called to the bar at the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn, UK, in 2004. He was then called to the bar in Malaysia in 2005 and has a wide ranging field of practice from litigation, corporate advisory and conveyancing. Currently PY Tia has his own practice in Kuala Lumpur.
Reza Baharin, Vice President at Permodalan Nasional Berhad Reza was a Central Banker working in Kuala Lumpur and in London before joining Malaysia’s largest fund management company, PNB. He now heads up the fixed income department at PNB where the team trades, manages and invests in over-the-counter instruments such as bonds, FX and derivatives across multiple regions and currencies. He read law at the University of Manchester and holds a Masters degree in Wealth Management from Singapore Management University under Bank Negara and Temasek scholarships respectively. Reza is licensed to practice fund management and has Certified Financial Planner and Islamic Financial planner qualifications. He is also a Chartered Financial Planner and Islamic Financial Planner.
Rozanna Abdul Rashid, Financial Planner at Alpine Advisory Rozanna graduated with an Economics degree from the University of East Anglia and an MSc with Real Estate Economics & Finance from the LSE. She is a Licensed Financial Planner, holding licenses to practice from both the Securities Commission of Malaysia and Bank Negara Malaysia. In her dayto-day work, she specializes in real estate matters, incorporating financial planning principles to complement advising clients on all things personal finance (and property renovation needs) in a more holistic manner.
Ryan Quek, Private Equity Investments, Business Development at Sunway Property Having studied Political Economy at King’s College London, Ryan worked in e-commerce before pivoting to Sunway Property, specializing in land banking and investments. In 3 years, Ryan has accumulated a track record of deploying over $20mil in private equity real estate ventures and landbank acquisitions exceeding RM2.5bil GDV.
Sabrina Lim, Data Associate at MoneyMatch After graduating from Imperial College London with a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering, Sabrina explored banking before transitioning to software engineering and later to data analytics for cross-border payments company.
Sofea Mastan, Head of Public Relations at Spring Pharma Sofea, a seasoned professional with a background in media and broadcasting spanning the first half of her career, has seamlessly transitioned into the PR industry. With six years of experience, she has successfully collaborated with diverse brands from Malaysia, Italy, Singapore, and Korea. Sofea specializes in brand growth through strategic education and compelling storytelling, leaving a lasting impact on her clients.
Tunku Eddy Mudzaffar, Business Director at Mogul Works Asia Tunku Eddy commenced his professional journey with the marketing team of a post-production company. Through interactions with various advertising agencies, he transitioned to Grey Group, an American advertising firm with a presence in Malaysia and beyond. Following his tenure at Grey, Tunku Eddy partnered with a fellow KTJ alumni to spearhead Mogul Works Asia. This dynamic venture, a digital transformation company specializing in digital marketing and online learning, is driven by a mission: to leverage their collective expertise and unwavering commitment to digital innovation.
Timetable 8.30 - 9.10:
Careers talk session 1
9.10 - 9.20:
Break
9.20 - 10.00:
Careers talk session 2
10.00 - 10.10:
Break
10.10 - 10.50:
Careers talk session 3
10.50 - 11.00:
Break
11.00 - 11.40:
Careers talk session 4
11.40 - 12.00:
Break
12.00 - 12.45:
Q&A session with all speakers and students in Auditorium
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