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KEMENTERIAN PEMBANGUNAN USAHAWAN DAN KOPERASI YAKIN VISI DAN MISI DALAM MENCAPAI KONSEP BANGSA USAHAWAN AKAN BERJAYA DENGAN KERJASAMA DAN SEMANGAT KEBERSAMAAN PELBAGAI LATAR SELARI DENGAN KONSEP KELUARGA MALAYSIA.

YB TAN SRI HAJI NOH OMAR Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi (Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives)

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MESSAGE FROM YAYASAN USAHAWAN MALAYSIA CHAIRMAN

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MESSAGE FROM SECRETARY GENERAL MINISTRY OF MEDAC

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MESSAGE FROM MINISTER OF MEDAC

MESSAGE FROM ORGANISING CHAIRPERSON, SEBA 2021

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BOARD OF ADVISORS

ABOUT SME AND ENTREPRENEURS BUSINESS AWARDS

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ABOUT YAYASAN USAHAWAN MALAYSIA THRIVING THE WAVES

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BEST SMES

ENTREPRENEURS

ENTREPRENEURS OF THE YEAR

SEBA 2021 PHOTO GALLERY

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SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Saya merakamkan ucapan TAHNIAH kepada Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia yang berjaya menganjurkan SME and Entrepreneurs Business Award 2021 (SEBA21). Pengiktirafan yang diberikan oleh Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia kepada usahawan yang telah berjaya menempatkan nama di dalam industri serta berjaya mengharumkan nama Malaysia di peringikat antrabangsa adalah satu usaha yang baik untuk disokong bersama.

YB TAN SRI HAJI NOH OMAR Menteri Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi (Minister of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives)

M E S SAG E F RO M

YB TAN SRI HAJI NOH OMAR

Melalui pengiktirafan yang diberikan oleh Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia ini, ianya membuktikan bahawa usahawan mampu berjaya dan bersaing secara sihat dan profesional dalam bidang serta kemahiran yang tertentu. Saya percaya ini adalah permulaan yang baik untuk menempuh cabaran menjadi seorang yang berjaya dan dikenali suatu hari nanti. Kementerian Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi yakin visi dan misi dalam mencapai konsep bangsa usahawan akan berjaya dengan kerjasama dan semangat kebersamaan pelbagai latar selari dengan konsep Keluarga Malaysia. Saya mewakili Keluarga Kementerian Pembangunan Usahawan dan Koperasi mengajak seluruh Keluarga Malaysia untuk bersatu memulihkan ekonomi Malaysia yang terjejas teruk akibat Covid-19. Semoga usaha yang dilakukan oleh Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia ini akan terus manjadi pemangkin kejayaan kepada usahawan lain untuk berjaya mengemudi usaha yang telah dijalankan. Sekian, terima kasih.

I am pleased to be among the honorees for the 6 th edition of the SMEs and Entrepreneurs Business Awards (SEBA), 2021. This honour stands alone as a proud testament to your hard work and dedication, and it sets you apart from the crowd of notable entrepreneurial leaders. It is the start of a journey, and much remains to be done. Carry on with your lives and strive hard to achieve your goals.

M E S SAG E F RO M

YAYASAN USAHAWAN MALAYSIA CHAIRMAN NITESH MALANI Founder & Chairman

This year’s awards gala theme is “Thriving the Waves,” which fits the business environment after the COVID-19 outbreak. The pandemic has undoubtedly had the most significant impact on entrepreneurs, particularly small and mediumsized businesses with little financial resources. COVID-19’s disruptive reforms have significantly impacted the global economy; as a result, it is up to entrepreneurs to restore balance by implementing transformation. Businesses were driven to embrace the tsunami of change, adapt, and adjust accordingly in order to stay afloat. When confronted with a sea of change, you must aspire to be someone who shows resilience and drive to ride the waves and go forward rather than succumbing to the problems. The coronavirus was discovered two years ago, and the world transformed in a blink of an eye. Overnight, all non-essential enterprises were ordered to shut down, plummeting the global economy into the most significant recession since World War II. The livelihood of every person on the planet was jeopardised when most economical operations came to a halt. Jobs were lost. Businesses could not operate for months

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on end. As we approach a phase where enterprises and the coronavirus must coexist, entrepreneurs need to be innovative and give their 110% to reemergence. Our nation’s economy is slowly recovering, but with the emergence of a new COVID variant, it is impossible to determine how it will affect recovery. We at Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia understands that SMEs need help now more than ever. The government’s recent establishment of the #keluargaMalaysia initiative encourages us to help each other regardless of race, religion, and ethnicities. We have been having numerous meetings and discussions with key governmental and private entities and the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC), which implements the #bangsausahawan project, which focuses on nurturing and assisting a generation of entrepreneurs. SEBA is one of Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia’s annual efforts, and it works in tandem with the #bangsausahawan project. It is the most robust platform within the organisation as it motivates SMEs and entrepreneurs. Resilient businesses that have managed to achieve their vision and mission during these trying times are celebrated and recognised by SEBA. SEBA offers the necessary tools and networking opportunities to ensure that the SME sector experience continuous growth. In addition to SEBA, Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia has also introduced the e-magazine Asia Connects in 2021 for its members and the public. Asia Connects is a multi-dimensional platform dedicated to inspiring, championing and ampli-

fying the voices of Malaysian entrepreneurs. With the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives (MEDAC) support, this free resource is part of Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia’s ongoing endeavour to create a collaborative network amongst small and medium businesses and entrepreneurs in both public and private institutions throughout Southeast Asia. This e-magazine provides insights into some of the brightest minds in varying industries, enabling entrepreneurs to learn and grow at every step of their journey. SEBA was launched in 2016 to empower businesses, while Asia Connects acts as the voice of Malaysia’s entrepreneurs. We aim to continue offering services that matter to SMEs and entrepreneurs. As 2021 draws to a close, we look forward to a fresh start and a better year in 2022. Businesses have begun to resume operations, giving the economy a chance to recover and rebound. I envisage more inventive entrepreneurs and businesses in this new beginning and a prosperous and inclusive SME society. I am eager to see your accomplishments soon.

The government’s recent establishment of the #keluargaMalaysia initiative encourages us to help each other regardless of race, religion, and ethnicities

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the 6th SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards winners, as you have elevated your standing as the crème de la crème of Malaysian SMEs and entrepreneurs. You have inspired us all to grow and develop. Your resilience, determination, innovation and dexterity are commendable in these difficult times. SEBA would like to thank all the partners, sponsors, organisers, and committees that made this event possible. 7

M E S SAG E F RO M

YBHG. DATO’ SURIANI BINTI DATO’ AHMAD

It is my great pleasure to be one of the guests and an advisor for the sixth edition of the SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards. My heartiest congratulations to all the winners of the SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards 2021. SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards has been a forerunner in propelling entrepreneurs further through judging validation and prestigious recognition. I t is essential to continue to motivate SMEs and entrepreneurs during this trying time. Challenges faced by entrepreneurs during the Covid-19 pandemic have served as the turning point for all of us to embrace the new normal, especially in technology. Entrepreneurs have to change their mindsets and be prepared to accept this new normal. The government had implemented various initiatives to equip entrepreneurs with skills and knowledge, including financial management, and attract more youths into business. With that, the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives will focus on developing more resilient businesses that can withstand any challenge in the future. We continue to streamline existing schemes and create more efficient methods in line with the ministry’s policies. We want to establish a race and nation of entrepreneurs, and through intensive training programmes like New Gen Entrepreneurship Online Bootcamp (N-GENE) we can train and guide youths.

YBHG. DATO’ SURIANI BINTI DATO’ AHMAD Secretary General Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives

Other initiatives to help affected entrepreneurs included Cooperative Movement Economic Transformation Programme, Cooperative Economic Recovery Intervention Financing Programme, and Program Semarak Niaga Keluarga Malaysia. We can achieve an entrepreneur nation by working hand-in-hand with various associations and bringing positive recovery and growth to Malaysia. Thank you.

The 6th SEBA’s theme is “Thriving the Waves.” Entrepreneurs, we believe, are like surfers. Our survival depends on how smart and resourceful we are while stranded on open water where anything might happen. Several factors influence wave size and to be a good surfer, to survive a wave, we need to understand it, we cannot dread and run away from it. As only through adversities can we see growth.

LYNDIA WONG Organising Chairperson, SEBA 2021

I am grateful to have the opportunity to again celebrate SMEs, entrepreneurs, and enterprises for their accomplishments with all of you. This year, the 9th of December marked the day we held our 6th annual SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards (SEBA). We are grateful for all the support we have received from our partners, sponsors, and fellow organisers. Since its inception in 2016, our meticulous judging phase has made SEBA a premier and prestigious regional award. We want to make sure that when your name is associated with our awards, whether you are a winner or a nominee, it signifies that you have accomplished a remarkable feat that deserves to be celebrated. We want you to be represented with the utmost quality and excellence.

M E S SAG E F RO M

ORGANISING CHAIRPERSON

It has been an arduous year, yet these obstacles have driven many SMEs, entrepreneurs, and businesses to burst through their barriers. Entrepreneurs must be tenacious and resilient to avoid being shut down by the pandemic. The need to improve has created a lot of meritorious SMEs, entrepreneurs, and enterprises. It is my honour to announce that we have seen a surge of nominees this year. I am thrilled to see our SMEs sector and entrepreneurs thriving in the waves and finding success in these times of trouble. At this moment of celebration, I congratulate all successful recipients of the 6th SEBA and thank you for your contribution to our community and economy. The uncertainty in the economy has not made it easier for business owners to run their businesses, but you have done it, and you have done it well. We cannot see what the future holds, but we can take the initiative to shape it; in the words of Peter Drucker, “The best way to predict the future is to create it”. I am hopeful for our nation’s future, seeing the number of nominees this year. Our small-scale, start-up and private-sector organisations are solid and capable, and their impact can lead our country to a better future with a healthy economy.

BOARD OF ADVISORS NITESH MALANI

Founder & Chairman Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia

DATO’ SURIANI DATO’ AHMAD

DATO’ DAVID GURUPATHAM

DATO’ LEE CHUNG HAN

FARHASH WAFA SALVADOR

Secretary General Ministry of Entrepreneur Development & Cooperatives

LYNDIA WONG

Organising Chairperson SEBA 2021

Chairman Guardian Group

DGK Advocates & Solicitors Advisor Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia, MyPreneurship

Chief Executive Officer SWAG Technologies

TOM WONG

Chief Executive Officer Cheng & Co.

ZHARIFF AFANDI

Malaysian Youth Icon & International Motivator

SME AND ENTREPRENEURS BUSINESS AWARDS

www.seba.asia

The SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards recognise the crème de la crème of SMEs and entrepreneurs in Malaysia across a wide range of industries.

contributions to the progress and/or welfare of the communities at large and to the advancement of their respective field of endeavour.

I t is SEBA’s aim to: Accord recognition to Malaysian entrepreneurs, SMEs, conglomerates whose dedication to their professional or life undertakings has resulted in exceptional achievements, in the form of significant

The SEBA branding signifies the organisation and individual as an inspiration and incentive to Malaysians to forge ahead towards greater heights of achievements in the spirit of selfless dedication for the development of the entrepreneurship community.

YAYASAN USAHAWAN MALAYSIA | MYPRENEURSHIP

Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia is a nongovernment organisation that thrives on the frontier of gathering, creating and developing sustainable companies with strong entrepreneurship traits. Our organisation builds credibility on serving as a platform that supports the development of these companies because the programmes that we offer are tailored with their best interests in mind to ensure that they are able to achieve their goals while sustaining core values. Our concentrated efforts to play the role of bridging the gap for companies, whether they are long established, highly successful or new start-ups, serves as an instrument to promote healthy competition and positive collaboration that pushes these companies forward. We believe in setting stringent standards of quality and empowerment in alignment with our mission to spur growth by nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit. At Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia, we truly believe that we can empower entrepreneurial companies to express creativity as a change leader. We encourage business owners to follow their passions, take risks, develop, organise and manage market-driven, customer-centric business ventures that continue to thrive within a constantly evolving and competitive global marketplace. Our vision is to help realise dreams of the best pioneers, innovators, leaders and inventors to make Malaysia the next Entrepreneur Hub in Asia.

VISION

We believe that entrepreneurship is a key driver towards well-being, progress and unity We envision that as entrepreneurs, as individuals, as corporates, as industrialists – we all play an integral role to help people improve their lives, companies to enhance productivity and the nation to achieve its economic goals We drive the entrepreneurial landscape to promote creativity and knowledge assimilation, inspire confidence and link the ecosystem players to one another to create successful interactions.

MISSION

We are committed to creating a great community that believes in the entrepreneurship potential We take the initiative and lead in driving growth and nurturing concerted support towards the development of people, companies and ultimately, the nation.

In pursuit of this mission, we will abide by key principles espoused by our Board of Advisors: Identify opportunities where application of the Foundation’s people, ideas and captial can benefit society in significant and measurable ways. Develop innovative research-based programmes leading to practical sustainable solutions that are widely accepted and implemented. Partner with others to leverage our resources and capabilities while avoiding the creation of dependency.

IN RECOGNITION OF MALAYSIA’S TOP ENTREPRISES

The SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards aims to recognise outstanding small and medium companies (SMEs) as well as high potential startups for their competencies and best practices. This is conveyed through on integrated platform that provides industry recognition through a prestigious award recognition ceremony, on print, online, through business media and via a comprehensive ecosystem connecting the public and private sectors.

VERIFICATION To validate the accuracy of information submitted, supported by supplementary analysis by internal reseachers

VALIDATION

Cross checking of official documentation submitted including financial statements, company profiles, reports from site audit and market analysis

AWARD

SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards Official recognition and publicity during event and postevent publicity and branding for winners

CONNECT

Act as a connector to Government agencies, media and other business associations for networking and branding. Provide events link-up opportunities, locally and internationally

MENTORSHIP

SME AND ENTREPRENEURS BUSINESS AWARDS

Provide mentoring opportunities through events and activities for winners of the SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards

The SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards is under the mandate of the Advisory Board, pooling together individuals renowned for their business acumen and authority in their respective fields in the public and private sectors. Nominees will be evaluated based on qualitative and quantitative criteria together with the Official Auditor, Cheng & Co, which has a network of 27 branches throughout Malaysia.

QUANTITATIVE CRITERIA Gearing ratios Profitability ratios Investment in human Annual revenue growth Annual net income worth Investment in future growth

QUALITATIVE CRITERIA Corporate success Sustainbility strategy Capital development Entrepreneurial spirit Management strategy Revenue growth over the past three years

Market share Brand strategy Innovative ideas Technology adoption Corporate social responsibility 13

THRIVING THE WAVES

2020 sees the biggest chaos in this century and it changed our lives in many ways. Sometimes we feel change coming before it happens and we respond appropriately. At other times change arrives suddenly, forcing us to reshuffle priorities and adapt to new circumstances. Some changes last only a few days, while others unfold over years. Change can be exciting or it can be demanding. A s philosopher Heraclitus said, “The only constant in life is change.” We must use change to build a better life. We 14

must learn to thrive in the waves a s surfers do, assessing the tide and weather cycles. This insight, developed over time, will allow us to make better decisions. With practice, our foresight will deepen. In time, everything we previously considered a challenge is now an opportunity. Change is inevitable. Success lies in how you see it. Be the change. Ride the wave. SEBA 2021 celebrates changes and challenges. We believe in thriving under pressure and rise up in glory.

TOP 10 SMEs

CRESCENT ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD

BASON GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD

NADIA VETERINARY CLINIC

PUSAT TUISYEN ASTER (M) SDN BHD

BEST SME Creative Marketing in F&B

BEST SME Local Veterinary Service

BEST SME Service Provider in Secondary Education

E2S SECURITY SERVICES SDN BHD

SITI HEALTHCARE SDN BHD

BEST SME Service Provider in Security Services

FAST-GROWING SME Service Provider in Private Healthcare

DIGITAL MARKETING CONSULTANCY SDN BHD

QHUB INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD

LEADING SME Digital Marketing Industry

FAST-GROWING SME Most Promising in Retail Ecommerce

BEST SME Solution Provider in Mechanical Engineering for Rotating Equipment

GM COMMUNICATION SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Telecommunication

RORA RONA RASA SDN BHD FAST-GROWING SME Most Innovative Business in F&B

Crescent Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd (CESB) was established in November 2000 with its vision “To Be the Most Preferred Total Solution Provider in Mechanical Equipment” mainly in Rotating and Turbomachinery equipment. CESB provides specialised maintenance, equipment upgrade, revamp, and engineering services to the oil, gas, refining, chemical, power, and other asset-intensive industries with a comprehensive portfolio of industrial maintenance, modification, and shutdown services. CESB was incorporated with the main objectives of providing maintenance and servicing of steam turbines, pumps, compressors, and other related rotating and turbomachinery equipment. CESB has been active in servicing the industrial needs in this region.

CRESCENT ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Mechanical Engineering for Rotating Equipment

www.crescent.com.my

In response to Malaysia’s rapidly increasing oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, and general industries, and in line with Malaysia’s aim in supporting industrialisation,

CESB takes proactive actions to create the groundwork for future progress. The CESB team of industry experts is committed to three goals: understanding each client’s business and objectives and ensuring that equipment meets its appropriate and intended requirements under stated operating conditions, ensuring that safety is the top priority, and maintaining the highest level of quality and performance. CESB pledges that the services and products will be of the highest quality, with low operating costs, strict quality assurance and quality control procedures that meet industry standards, and improved safety and reliability. CESB guarantees uncompromising quality for clients’ engineering needs, as well as all necessary tests to assure clients of the dependability and quality of the services and products supplied. CESB, which is managed and manned by qualified professionals in this field, takes pride in its ability to respond to changing demand.

In every man’s success narrative, there is always a pivotal point. In the early 2000s, it was widely assumed that children who attended religious schools would not have a successful future. That is not the case with the founder of Nasi Kukus Tonggek (NKT). He always has a response for this stereotype; proof of success! Nothing can compete with the power of success. Being assigned to run a renowned café alone in his early twenties, with no prior business experience, pushed him to learn the nuances of commercial life in such a short period.

BASON GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD BEST SME Creative Marketing in F&B

www.tonggek.com

It all started with a little stall in front of a restaurant selling Nasi Kukus with various side dishes. The notion that the Nasi Kukus was served in a can made it one-of-a-kind and set it apart from the rest of the competition in town. After a few serves, the stall became the talk in the city and established a reputation.

Nasi Kukus Tonggek was born after a five-year rocky path packed with victories and failures. With the motto “Made by Malaysian for the Universe,” Nasi Kukus Tonggek aims to elevate the status of a simple but delectable dish, Nasi Kukus, to become a meal that represents Malaysia, making Malaysia well-known through this meal. Nasi Kukus Tonggek strives to accomplish five goals: to serve food in thirty seconds, to solve the problem of customers not knowing what to eat or where to eat it, provide delicious food at an affordable price, to provide customers with a simple, filling, enjoyable, delicious yet affordable meal, and to be the market leader in the Nasi Kukus league. Nasi Kukus Tonggek envisions to have 200 outlets all around Malaysia, and reach 32.4 million people in three years, allowing all Malaysians to enjoy Nasi Kukus Tonggek.

NADIA VETERINARY CLINIC BEST SME Local Veterinary Service

www.facebook.com/nadiaveterinaryclinic

Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd is a private corporation founded on February 24, 2020. Established by a husband and wife team, Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd envisions a vast market opportunity for a fresh approach to the veterinary sector in Malaysia. The company began in June 2016 with MFM Agrovet, a company that provided veterinarian services from house to house for pets and farm to farm for livestock animals.

MFM AGROFARM, and having a fresh mart under the name PASAR PAGI DUTANI.

With a team of more than 20 people in developing the organisation, Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd has served and treated an uncountable number of animals, including cats, dogs, cattle, sheep, goats, and exotic species. Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd is working towards completing the veterinary chain industry by establishing veterinary practises under NADIA VETERINARY CLINIC. They are also involved in veterinary pharmaceutical under MFM AGROVET, collaboration with farmers under the name

Their core values are their commitment to excellence in everything they do, including the obligation to act sustainably. These beliefs are critical in defining who they are as diverse individuals with talents, competence, and knowledge that enable them to provide good services to animals.

The mission of Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd is to become a pioneer in the veterinary sector by providing quality services to animals and farmers and position Malaysia as an ASEAN leader in the veterinary field of pet and livestock animal welfare.

Milina Legacy’s tagline is “From large to small, quality care for all,” implying that they treat all animals equally and without discrimination.

ILM Academy’s Cikgu Ra’fat and Cikgu Shahrin merged their businesses to form Pusat Tuisyen Aster, an educational institution that assists SPM students. The Pusat Tuisyen Aster brand was formally introduced in 2018 and registered under the Education Act 1996. Pusat Tuisyen Aster expanded its operations in 2019 by opening two branches in Section 19, Shah Alam, managed by Cikgu Najmie, and USJ 9 Subang Jaya. In 2020, the Pusat Tuisyen Aster brand was re-registered as Pusat Tuisyen Aster (M) Sdn Bhd, uniting all Pusat Tuisyen Aster branches under one roof and management. Pusat Tuisyen Aster specialises in Pure Science and delivers top SPM Pure Science students.

PUSAT TUISYEN ASTER (M) SDN BHD BEST SME Service Provider in Secondary Education

www.aster.edu.my

Cikgu Sharin and Ra’fat’s prowess increased exponentially from helping 500 students in 2015 to 5000 students in 2019 overall in various streams, demonstrating their ability to assist students in achieving academic success.

Cikgu Ra’fat appointed Cikgu Najmie to the board of directors of Pusat Tuisyen Aster in 2019. Pusat Tuisyen Aster has grown in a planned manner from a company worth RM 20.00 to millions of ringgit by assisting SPM students who require tutoring and guidance in the subject of Additional Mathematics, owing to Cikgu Najmie’s skills in digitisation and corporate management. Under this premise, Pusat Tuisyen Aster aspires to build and nurture future leaders. The backbone of Pusat Tuisyen Aster aspires to generate high-quality Aster students who are ready to walk into the domain of ivory towers, to become a competitive Brand Leader with successful students equipped with high-quality educational resources and expertise. From 2025 to 2030, Pusat Tuisyen Aster intends to establish Pusat Tuisyen Aster branches throughout Malaysia, establish two prestigious international schools in Malaysia, administer four famous international schools in Malaysia and Indonesia, and have the company listed on the Malaysian Stock Exchange.

GM Communication has been offering the community smartphone replacement parts, repairs, and solutions to extend the life of smartphones since its founding in 2014. The services covered by GM Communication include spare part supply and repairing services, covering all parts of Malaysia.

GM COMMUNICATION SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Telecommunication

www.gm2u.com.my

Based on its five missions, GM Communication aspires to provide first-rate services. They hope to use modern technology in phone repair and to extend the life of mobile phones, to be the community’s trusted and reliable mobile spare parts supplier by providing clients with satisfying after-sales services, to establish a supply chain that offers quality spare parts to clients, to emphasise in the interest of people, to form mutual benefits for investors and employees, and to form a dedicated team that serves professionally in the business environment. GM Communication also offers mobile services training, where new technologies and

equipment are provided to assist students to grasp the latest phone repair abilities and stay ahead of the competition. GM Communication has earned the community’s trust by consistently buying high-quality, cutting-edge items, allowing it to remain competitive in the business. GM Communication is continually strengthening client relationships and entering new markets. GM Communication seeks to be the industry leader in the mobile phone market by using advanced technology mobile repair and maintenance systems, as well as becoming a leading one-stop mobile spare parts and service provider, in order to maximise customer efficiency. GM Communication aspires to educate and implement a one-stop service philosophy in the Malaysian mobile phone industry, as well as to develop new talent. In the industry, through GM Academy, these students are given the tools they need to leverage their talents into a consistent income.

With over 18 years of hands-on expertise, E2S Security was founded to address Malaysia’s growing demand for professional security services. The management team comprises highly qualified individuals with vast knowledge and experience in security, investigations, and risk management. E2S Security was established with the unshakable purpose of offering the most outstanding services and the most qualified security officers in the industry to its clients. E2S Security has been protecting individuals and property by providing a comprehensive variety of personal and corporate security services to meet every situation.

E2S SECURITY SERVICES SDN BHD BEST SME Service Provider in Security Services

www.e2ssecurity.com

E2S Security manages diverse sectors as a service provider, including Manufacturing Companies, Food & Beverage Management, Logistics & Warehouses, Hotels & Residential,

Corporate Offices, MNC Companies with RBA Compliance, and Government Projects. E2S Security, headquartered in Negeri Sembilan, has grown to include branches in the Northern, East Coast, Southern, Central, and East Malaysia regions. E2S Security strives to assist its clients in achieving their business objectives by reacting rapidly to security service requests and providing a cost-effective pricing structure. The motto of E2S Security is “Everything to Secure.” Simply put, it is their commitment to follow through on their verbal and written promises to their clients. E2S Security aspires to be the preferred leading provider of security services in Malaysia by investing in people and technology while consciously adapting to the evolving requirements of each of its clients.

Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd was established in October 2016 by the CEO, Dr. Muhammad Ali Bin Datuk Yahya, with Klinik Siti Banting serving as the first branch. Between 2016 and 2021, they have 30 clinic branches, 27 of which are completely operational. The headquarters is in Banting, and it employs approximately 265 people. Their clinic offerings include an Ultrasound Suite and skincare; they will soon open their own Medical Centre. Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd’s mission is to deliver superior services with a customer-friendly mentality through well-trained employees, provide assistance by Islamic ideals and Syariah compliance, and expand the number of work opportunities for Bumiputera.

SITI HEALTHCARE SDN BHD FAST-GROWING SME Service Provider in Private Healthcare

www.kliniksiti.com

Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd remains focused on providing the best services possible by providing prompt and courteous assistance, aiding all Malaysian communities by providing

medical services by female doctors who adhere to Islamic principles and Syariah compliance. Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd strives to constantly develop highly trained, efficient personnel with high-quality characteristics to attract customers. Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd has participated in many humanitarian endeavours, including providing free health screenings to the elderly, visits to senior homes and orphanages, offering free circumcision services to orphans, delivering cooked meals to front-liners during the COVID-19 pandemic, and volunteering to assist earthquake victims in Palu, Indonesia, are just a few examples of their involvements. Siti Healthcare Sdn Bhd has received numerous awards, including Most Outstanding Private Clinic at the Asia Halal Brand Awards 2019, Top 100 Most Influential Young Entrepreneurs 2020, and Top 100 Young CEO 2020.

Digital Marketing Consultancy Sdn Bhd (DMC) assists individuals and organisations to remain ahead of developing digital technologies with over 20 years of combined experience. DMC creates strategic tools to help businesses and skills grow and evolve as a result of digital disruption opportunities in the industry, such as Training in digital marketing, as well as services and consulting in digital marketing strategies. DMC primarily focused on training individuals and organisations to participate in the digital transformation and prepare them for Industry 4.0. DMC assists businesses in leveraging social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram and search engines, notably Google, to reach ready buyers from Malaysia and around the world.

DIGITAL MARKETING CONSULTANCY SDN BHD LEADING SME Digital Marketing Industry

www.dmhubtraining.com

DMC takes pride in providing value and the best digital marketing practises. They develop their syllabus and training approaches to correspond with Malaysian purchasing trends and behaviour. DMC pioneers blended learning in digital marketing courses, focusing on hands-on and online learning simultaneously.

The society will benefit from improved digital literacy, improved social wellbeing, and environmental sustainability in the future Malaysia envisioned with its collaboration; businesses, including micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that form the backbone of Malaysia’s economy. DMC seeks to benefit industries players from more significant opportunities to build and expand locally, regionally, and even globally through digital revenue streams and opportunities to integrate between economic sectors. DMC has created a name for itself in the industry over the previous five years. With recognition from industry heavyweights such as Insken, MaGIC, MDEC, Sidec, and the top tier local universities such as UNIMAS and UMP, DMC is advancing the digital industry as the foremost professional digital learning centre. The Department of Skills Malaysia (DSD) appointed all three DMC directors in 2021 to design the National Occupational Skills Standards for Digital Marketing (NOSS), which will serve as the baseline for digital marketing standards and certification in Malaysia.

Queenspree.com is an online vendor of highquality kitchen furniture. The company delivers value by bringing together some of the most well-known products under one platform. Established in June 2019, Queenspree.com debuted with only one brand. Since then, the website has expanded to accommodate five companies, attracting 264,000 active users and increasing sales and profit by 48 percent and 66 percent, respectively. For the first quarter of 2021, the company has expanded in technology, including developing a same-day delivery processing system. Queenspree.com can simulate the cost of same-day delivery based on distance, and customers can choose their preferred delivery slots upon checkout.

QHUB INTERNATIONAL SDN BHD FAST-GROWING SME Most Promising in Retail Ecommerce

www.queenspree.com

In quarter 3 of 2021, Queenspree entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a Milan-based company to increase trade value to 2 million Euros over 24 months. The MoU enables Queenspree to introduce more European kitchenware brands on its eCommerce platform and align after-sales service framework, including the management of product warranties.

Queenspree is a big proponent of environmentally friendly business practices. The company is devoted to conducting business and growing in ways that benefit society, the economy, and the environment. Three sustainability lenses govern this: environment, value creation, and social equity, all aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals 2030. In terms of value creation, Queenspree collaborated with other eCommerce operators in the SME eCommerce Insight Focus Group to co-create the National eCommerce Strategic Roadmap 2.0. The goal was to drive Malaysian eCommerce growth beyond 2020. The flagship “Protégé” programme at Queenspree aims to assist graduates become industry-ready professionals in the postpandemic economic context. The programme has generated four protégés who have pursued their different interests, including a position with GLC.

As exquisite as the pronunciation, RORA RONA RASA is a food product brand that emphasises the concept of “Affordable Premium.”Since 2017, Ms. Siti Akmaliyah Binti Haji Shuhaimi has been running RORA RONA RASA, a cuisine brand that promotes the notion of “Premium Mampu Milik.” RORA RONA RASA was one of 13 subsidiaries established by Magnovas Holding Sdn Bhd. RORA RONA RASA maintains market dominance by supplying a constant revolution of new items, owing to the power of Magnovas Holding Sdn Bhd, which controls six different food and beverage producing operations. RORA RONA RASA, with a product portfolio of over 100, offers opportunities for entrepreneurs to generate income and eventually establish their businesses, all while receiving strong support from RORA.

RORA RONA RASA SDN BHD FAST-GROWING SME Most Innovative Business in F&B

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RORA RONA RASA seeks to become a solution for entrepreneurs. It bears the responsibility for solving the problems of entrepreneurs

who lack capital, difficulties in managing product manufacturing, staff management, and supplier problems. RORA RONA RASA is determined to produce successful entrepreneurs under the RORA Brand through non-stop support and training, product quality care, and free delivery throughout Malaysia directly to entrepreneurs. RORA RORA RASA is rapidly infiltrating the market and gaining a place in the hearts of food product aficionados seeking various types and flavours, today having more than 100 products under one brand. RORA RONA RASA’s objective is to become the leading maker of high-quality and affordable premium products by leveraging team strength and cutting-edge technology. RORA RONA RASA seeks to implement 150 RORA product options to the market by 2022, resulting in a revolution of cutting-edge items and high demand for the RORA brand.

BEST SMEs

AGENCY PERKERJAAN EMCO EXECUTIVES SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Human Capital

SENTOSA DENTAL GROUP

BEST SME Service Provider in Dental Healthcare

SHINJIRE TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD

UNIWORLD LOGISTICS (M) SDN BHD

SAUDAGAR GROUP HOLDINGS SDN BHD

CSK MURNI SERVICES SDN BHD

VS LOGISTICS & SHIPPING SDN BHD

AZDAN SDN BHD

LOMO PICTURES SDN BHD

THE OLIVE TREE GROUP

BEST SME Service Provider in Environmental Consultancy

BEST SME

Solution Provider in Project Logistic

RAMSSOL GROUP BERHAD BRAND STRATEGIC HR Service Provider

BEST SME Service Provide in Web Solutions

BEST SME Worldwide Coverage in Logistic Services

BEST SME Most Innovative Education in Islamic Learning

BEST SME Solution Provider in Creative Industry

PERAK MEDICAT CENTRE SDN BHD

SWISSEN TRADING & TRANSPORT SDN BHD

BEST SME Service Provider in General Healthcare Services

BEST SME Excellent Customer Service in Transportation

FAST-GROWING SME Solution Provider in eCommerce

BEST SME SME of the Year

Agensi Pekerjaan EMCO Executives Sdn Bhd began operations in 2000 to be the preferred business-to-consumer organisation among clients by providing personalised and relationship-based services that benefit the end-users in their customer and applicant pools. EMCO Executives aims to help clients succeed faster to get to where they want to go quicker. Their expertise in talent acquisition enables them to recognise genuine talent and ensure that their candidates are top-tier individuals who are the best fit for the job.

AGENSI PEKERJAAN EMCO EXECUTIVES SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Human Capital

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Allowing EMCO Executives to handle the recruitment part of business for clients will enable clients to focus on what is most important to clients: growing the company’s success to the levels clients want to see it achieve. The industries experts at EMCO Executives are the greatest in what they do

since they know what it takes to select the suitable candidates for clients due to their exceptional track record of established clients and organisations. The clientele under EMCO Executives come from a variety of industries. EMCO Executives assists candidates from medium to upper management levels and has industry specialists who are continually striving to help junior-level applicants get their ideal employment. EMCO Executives is a millennial organisation with innovative yet personal approaches to recruitment and talent acquisition that develop candidates in tune with the current market and demand. EMCO Executives is pushing the market into a new era with unique methods and approaches powered by a burning enthusiasm for clients to assist them in finding the ideal candidates and driving candidates to find an ideal position.

Sentosa Dental Group was established in 1986 in Bukit Mertajam. Their motivation in the oral healthcare profession has always been to serve the community over profit, providing them great satisfaction. Sentosa Dental Group frequently engages in various social events to assist those in need throughout the year. Dr. Kuhilan Selvarajo, the Managing Director, is a dynamic leader who joined the organisation in 2020. With great courage and motivation, he has extended the organisation by opening branches in Alor Setar, Kulim, Kepala Batas, and Kuala Ketil, covering the northern coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Sentosa Dental Group began with five staff and has grown to a workforce of forty.

SENTOSA DENTAL GROUP BEST SME Service Provider in Dental Healthcare

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Dr. Selavarajo always emphasises the significance of providing everyone with highquality dental care. To this date, Sentosa Dental Group has successfully treated more than 500000 patients covering a wide range of general and specialised treatment procedures.

Sentosa Dental Group aims to live up to its five core values: family treatment, which includes comprehensive services for the entire family, full-service dentistry, high-quality dentistry, experienced professional dentists, and corporate social responsibility. Sentosa Dental Group believes in providing the best quality dentistry; their standards are comparable or exceed standards practised in the United Kingdom and EU. Sentosa Dental Group follows strict instrument sterilisation protocols and uses the latest materials available in the Dental industry. The clinic aims to deliver a synergistic blend of dental services that support the local community’s needs by offering the highest quality of dental treatment available. Specialist services include Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment), Orthodontics (Braces), and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.

Web hosting and IT services have always been a strong competition during SEBA nomination, this year the Best SME award for Service Provider In Web Solutions goes to Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd, a leading web hosting solutions provider since 1998, innovates web hosting solutions and fosters online trust for thousands of users worldwide. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd has worked relentlessly to extend its company and service offerings to provide comprehensive internet solutions for businesses of all sizes and backgrounds.

SHINJIRU TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD BEST SME Service Provider in Web Solutions

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Today, Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd has clients from several industries and regions, and they continue to give high-end service while exceeding expectations with integrity and excellence. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd has helped countless Malaysian businesses with their web presence. They have been selected as a Technical Service Provider for the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation’s (MDEC) SME Digitalisation Grant to help even more firms establish or improve their digital presence.

Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd is a hosting leader, with a growing workforce that works around the clock to ensure that clients’ services are available at all times. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd is proud of the trust that has been placed in them, as well as the success stories and businesses that have grown as a result of their efforts. Shinjiru owns and operates all of its servers, and its dedicated team can handle any volume of demand. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd has received numerous awards and certifications over the years, including the ISO9001:2008 Certification, APNIC IP Provider, Certified ICANN Registrar, Official MYNIC Partner, MSC Status, Deloitte Technology Fast500 Award, Microsoft 1-Tier Cloud Solutions Provider, Microsoft Silver Certified Partner, and many others. Shinjiru Technology Sdn Bhd is trusted by over 50,000 organisations globally, and they are committed to helping clients stay ahead in the digital age with their proven service.

UNIWORLD LOGISTICS (M) SDN BHD BEST SME Worldwide Coverage in Logistic Services

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Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd is a company incorporated in 2006 with an internationally connected logistics & freight forwarding service provider under its affiliations and overseas partners. To date, Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd has always had a far-sighted vision to provide end-to-end logistics solutions in the industry by being a dynamic logistics partner for the region.

Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd has grown significantly in Malaysia over the last 15 years with further expansion in hand. Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd is now firmly established in Malaysia’s logistics industry, with a headquarters office in Klang and branch offices in Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Melaka and warehouses in KLIA, Port Klang, and Melaka.

The Founder of Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd, Mr. Guna Segran, with years of logistics experience has turned it into a familyowned business with a significant strategic expansion and vision in sight. His vision and determination propelled him to earn awards for Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd as Best in Class – Logistics Service Provider and Mr. Guna as Business Excellence in Logistics at the SME & Entrepreneurs Business Awards 2018 (SEBA 2018) by Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia.

Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd remains dedicated to cultivating relationships with partners, shipping lines, and airlines, which has put them in a solid position to provide quality services to esteemed customers while perfecting logistics solutions. The company’s motto is “Perfecting Solutions,” which aspires them to be a market leader by providing unique solutions and delivering with a passion for excellence.

SAUDAGAR GROUP HOLDINGS SDN BHD FAST GROWING SME Solution Provider in eCommerce

Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd is an eCommerce trading enterprise founded in July 2020 to become the Preferred Global Muslim Lifestyle Online Marketplace. It is a forward-thinking organisation that specialises in eCommerce experiences throughout Malaysia. The founder of the Saudagar Group ran the Qurban business as an agent, achieving 6-figure sales in the first week of operation. As a result, he decided to incorporate the company and restructure the corporation.

best possible value by offering high-quality service at a competitive and affordable market price. Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd, a Muslim Lifestyle online marketplace, customises products and services to meet the individual demands of each leader. Clients will no longer have to be concerned about quality and expectation mismatches between the eCommerce and general trading sectors if they work with Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd as a strategic partner.

Today, Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd, founded and driven by sales and marketing professional entrepreneur Mohd Qamarulnasri, operates 21 high-potential businesses with exciting projects in the works. Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd has launched three outlets today; - a training facility in Setia Alam, a boutique in TTDI Jaya, Shah Alam, and a restaurant in Muar.

In the near future, Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd proposes establishing a nongovernmental organisation (NGO) that will focus on humanitarian missions outside of the country, particularly for the Muslim community. Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd will operate dakwah and welfare programmes for indigenous people in the interior and local communities. They will also help with the distribution of wakaf Quran to mosques, suraus, religious schools and huts, and local and foreign ministries, particularly those serving the Muslim community in need, as well as running asnaf assistance programmes across the country.

Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd strives to be the most popular Muslim lifestyle online marketplace globally. Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd pledges to deliver the

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CSK Murni Services Sdn Bhd (CSK) is a leading environmental consultancy and engineering company. CSK was founded in 2008 by Datuk Dr. Ts Sivakumar and Mr. Romzi bin Che Man as an environmental, health, and safety (EHS) consultant firm. This idea stemmed from the rise in demand for “Greener Practises” in various industries and the lack of EHS consultants to cater to Malaysia’s increased development. The duo enlisted several key staff that graduated from or worked in environmental and chemical fields to work alongside the founder, a certified EIA consultant, Chemical Health Risk Assessor, Engineer, HRDF Trainer, and Environmental Auditor to ensure the business’s success.

CSK MURNI SERVICES SDN BHD BEST SME Service Provider in Environmental Consultancy

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CSK is a registered company with the Department of Environmental (DOE), Department of Safety and Health (DOSH), HRDF, and MOF. CSK has obtained ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 certification.

CSK has extended its assistance to various sectors, namely Oil & Gas, Construction, General Industries, Engineering, Logistics, Higher Education Institutions, and Hospitals. CSK contributes to society in a variety of ways. CSK is involved in high-profile projects such as the construction of the Lebuhraya Pantai Timur (LPT), the Penang Second Bridge, the East Coast Railway Link (ECRL), and oil and gas industry projects. The company’s CSR project focuses on assisting students and learning institutions because education and knowledge are critical to creating a more sustainable future. CSK has provided numerous scholarships to students pursuing tertiary education and financial assistance to several schools and participated in tree planting events to raise environmental awareness at Panasonic and Toyota Malaysia. CSK collaborates with various stakeholders to achieve the government’s waste management and sustainable development goals (SDG).

VS Logistics and Shipping Sdn Bhd was established in early 2016 with an inspirational and supportive board of directors chaired by Ms. Christina N Shiyamalah, Mr. Prakash Raj and Mr. Badrul Amirul Bin Burhannuddin. VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd was established to provide the highest standards in Total Project Logistics and Heavy Lift Transportations services domestically and globally. Their vast experience in Total Project Logistics service enables them to offer clients personalised or customised service, whether for private or corporate removals or cargo deliveries. With over 15 years of experience as an Agency and Line manager in MNC companies, the management team has taken many initiatives to diversify VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd assets and strengthen the Logistics & Shipping platforms.

VS LOGISTICS & SHIPPING SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Project Logistic

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Because of their flexibility and adaptability, VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd can offer the customers exemplary service for their needs. VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd are members of CrossTradeOBL, a global network of agents. They are focused on developing and delivering

customised, flexible solutions that meet and exceed their customers’ expectations across the entire range of services. Their main priority is to deliver an efficient, worry-free removal at a very affordable price. Each move is planned and coordinated accordingly to each individual’s needs. Those efforts have led VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd to expand to obtain ISO 9001 & ISO 45001 from Bureau Veritas ISO Certifications. They take pride in their achievements as Project Cargo specialists. They learned the importance of managing customers’ requirements costeffectiveness and timely delivery. These efforts have allowed VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd to expand NVOCC, Total Logistics Solutions, and Marine Services. To deliver those objectives, VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd has carefully secured only qualified vendors and reviewed their services from time to time based on their customer’s feedback. Having the support from several multi-national corporate customers, VS Logistics & Shipping Sdn Bhd has spread its wings as one of the competitive service providers in the region.

Ustaz Anas Azami incorporated Azdan Sdn Bhd on September 17, 2020, to assist Muslims who have difficulty reading and comprehending the Quran from beginning to conclusion by utilising the most recent, simple, and quick innovation in learning the Quran. Azdan Sdn Bhd has assisted over 10,000 participants of all ages who participated in 100 percent focused programmes and seminars online to get to know, love, and act according to the principles of the Quran. Aside from that, comprehensive studies are held at the Azdan Quran Centre each week, with competent and certified instructor leadership, employing techniques and modules designed based on ten years of competence in the field of Quranic teaching.

AZDAN SDN BHD BEST SME Most Innovative Education in Islamic Learning

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Azdan Sdn Bhd aims to conduct research and development of module innovations as well as systems to help improve Quranic skills in addition to build a network of Quran Centres around the states to facilitate learning in each state using the latest innovation techniques, and collaborate

with figures in the field of the Quran in the success of the Quran Education Campaign. Several Al-Quran educational innovations have been developed during the first year of operation to facilitate and accelerate the process of Al-Quran learning. The Basic Module, Pre-Tajwid Module, Sifir Tajwid Module (Volume 1), Sifir Tajwid Module (Volume 2), Quran Mastery Module, Book 195 Laws & Errors in Al-Fatihah, and others are among them. The most recent is the creation of an E-Learning Portal for learning to recite the Quran online. Since its inception, Azdan Sdn Bhd has sought to provide programmes to pique public interest in the Quran, expert and certified teaching staff to ensure quality of teaching by 2021, the latest innovations and modules to add value to Quran learning, and highimpact classroom training and culture by 2021. By 2025, Azdan Sdn Bhd aspires to produce 40,000 people skilled in reciting the Quran throughout Malaysia with techniques and the latest innovative methods of Quranic learning.

LOMO PICTURES SDN BHD BEST SME Solution Provider in Creative Industry

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Lomo Pictures was incorporated in 2016, with its headquarters located strategically in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Aron Koh is a well-known film producer, and Ryon Lee is reputable for his expertise and capabilities for screenwriting and directing.

In 2020, Lomo Pictures co- distributed another film, directed by a China director – Layla Ji. Furthermore, Lomo also has the ability and condition for distribution within the AsiaPacific region, such as the Taiwan movie and many more.

Lomo Pictures has established a presence in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore by leveraging its extensive strategic partnerships. Despite being only five years old, Lomo Pictures has been active in numerous films as a production company with an experienced production team in Malaysia. Lomo Pictures has risen to the top of Malaysian production companies regarding the number of films produced, box office revenue, and market share. Meanwhile, numerous Lomo Pictures films received nominations for multiple International Film Festivals and Awards.

Lomo Pictures formally established its presence in cinema investment and management in 2019. CineHouse, a subsidiary company of Lomo Pictures, is in charge of the investment and operation of the corporation’s first cinema.

In 2019, Lomo Pictures officially established its presence in the film distribution and promotion industry. In 2019 few films were distributed and promoted through Lomo Pictures’ extensive partnership and network.

Lomo Pictures has consistently advocated for and participated in international film collaboration to integrate the films into the global film industry. Ryan Koh directed and produced the film in Malaysia; the Chinese partner is in charge of distribution in China, while Lomo Pictures is in charge of global distribution. Meanwhile, Lomo Pictures’ distribution extends beyond the theatres; they also distribute the films through OTT, paytv channels, free-tv channels, in-flight, and online streaming.

The Olive Tree Group is a foresighted organisation that creates gourmet dining experiences throughout Malaysia. Gourmet entrepreneur Leslie Gomez founded the company in 2003, and it now operates highperformance restaurants and pubs, with exciting new projects in the pipeline. The Olive Tree Group owns and manages its own restaurants and pubs and collaborates with chefs from India and Malaysia to help the business thrives in Malaysia. Since its establishment, the Olive Group has constructed and maintained several of Malaysia’s most successful culinary establishments.

THE OLIVE TREE GROUP BEST SME SME of the Year

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By bringing in international chefs, primarily from India and local chefs, Leslie’s reputation for bringing quality cuisine with excellent services to the Malaysian landscape has grown. Over the last two decades, the group has opened nearly every year, culminating in over 20 bars and restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Malacca, and Johor Bahru.

Leslie’s development has resulted in The Olive Tree Group being recognised as one of Malaysia’s places to unwind with a few drinks and have an excellent dining experience. Leslie Gomez, the company’s Founder and Executive Director, has been approached regularly by local media for industry comments, write-ups, and quotes. According to Gomez, as competition rose in the gastro industry, growth was a critical strategy for The Olive Tree Group to develop and keep the brand fresh in consumers’ minds. From 2003 through 2019, the company was named one of the most significant locations to visit, eat, and drink. The restaurants and bars under The Olive Tree Group have been recognised by Trip Advisor as an excellent location to have amazing Northern Indian Food/gastro-sports bar like Rock Bottom has been featured on social media as the place to be to get the entire package at your fingertips for an amazing night out.

RAMS Solutions Sdn Bhd started its journey in 2010, offering innovative solutions in the field of human capital management. The organisation has strong expertise in people management and in-depth knowledge of the distinctive needs of the region’s diverse markets. Its unique approach of harnessing the power of people allowed the company to grow its presence strategically and seamlessly across Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and Vietnam. In 2017, the company charted a milestone in their journey when they started the R&D in collaboration with a professor from UMCH Technology Sdn. Bhd for the development of Feet’s, a mobile application designed to help employers build and cultivate an engaging workforce.

RAMSSOL GROUP BERHAD BRAND STRATEGIC HR Service Provider

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With a war chest of technology solutions and a focus on advancing people through technology, today, the company boasts a client base consisting of reputable companies covering multinationals and local organisations throughout Southeast Asia. In 2019, another milestone was charted through the establishment of RAMSSOL Group Berhad, an investment holding company for its group of companies. The Group takes pride in its growth journey, resulting in the Group recording strong financial performance year-on-year. Moving forward, the Group’s commitment will remain towards empowering people and growing RAMSSOL Group Berhad into a fit-for-future organisation.

Perak Medical Centre is a medical facility in the Malaysian city of Ipoh. They encompass a wide range of medical services, such as X-rays and routine medical exams. Perak Medical Centre has also participated in a blood donation drive in collaboration with Hospital Raja Pemaisuri Bainun Ipoh to assist in saving the lives of Malaysians in need. Throughout the pandemic, Perak Medical Centre has been aggressively committed to assisting low-income families. Perak Medical Centre strives to help the less fortunate as part of its social responsibility to the community. It has become a monthly custom for them to give to needy families and distribute basic necessities to the families in this regard.

PERAK MEDICAL CENTRE SDN BHD BEST SME Service Provider in General Healthcare Services

Perak Medical Centre’s management is also involved in providing home visits to patients who are bedridden and unable to travel to the clinic for a variety of reasons. The clinic believes that this is beneficial for those who live a good distance away and do not have the means to travel to the clinic. In the future, Perak Medical Centre is looking to build partnerships with

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hospitals to share the burden of cost imposed on patients in which they will conduct home visit to reduce hospitalisation costs. The Perak Medical Centre strives to provide affordable services to all. The Perak Medical Centre believes that the services offered must be affordable for patients for them to reach higher levels. As a company, customers are suffering from illnesses and they want to do their best to treat them and make sure patients can afford them. The Perak Medical Centre operates with the vision that in order to be successful, you must first be a human being instead of focusing in just running a business. Dry food is one of the resources they provide to help families get through these difficult times. Perak Medical Centre has also been designated as a Vaccine Distribution Centre to help the government encourage Malaysians to get COVID-19 immunisations. They believe that if more clinics participate in this vaccination programme, more people will sign up for the vaccine.

Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd, founded on September 29, 1997, specialises in land transportation services. The services are classified into two categories: trucking and haulage. Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd focuses on the South Malaysia District and Singapore, having worked on this project for over 27 years. The majority of the services are usually related to transportation, food, daily necessities, and electrical products. In 2018, Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd developed a haulage project focusing on the South Malaysia region. Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd collects and delivers cargo in containers from shipper’s premises to ports for exports and imports. Customers are confident with their services due to their constant practise responsibility.

SWISSEN TRADING & TRANSPORT SDN BHD BEST SME Excellent Customer Service in Transportation

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Swissen has a strong reputation for providing exceptional service to its existing customers. Their trust provides Swissen with the motivation to improve their services consistently. Carrying the mission of “We Carry Your Trust,” Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd demonstrates how they will continue to provide safe, dependable, and high-quality services under the clients’ trust. Swissen Trading & Transport Sdn Bhd attempts to deliver customers’ items on time and responsibly, consistent with its core principle of sincerity and responsibility. Swissen aspires to act according to their four central values: sincerity, responsibility, contribution, and growth. The company encourages honest attitude and mutual respect, while the team shares the same goals, grow together through cooperation and continuous learning.

TOP ENTREPRENEURS

MOHAMAD AZMI BIN KAMARI

MUHAMMAD NUR AIMAN BIN BASUNI

TS. DR. MAZRUL FAHMI HJ MAHADZIR

SHAHRIN ZIKRI BIN SHAHRIZMAN

CRESCENT ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD Mechanical Engineering for Rotating Equipment

BASON GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD Most Promising Entrepreneur: F&B

MILINA LEGACY SDN BHD Most Inspiring Entrepreneur: Veterinary

PUSAT TUISYEN ASTER (M) SDN BHD Most Inspiring Educator: Additional Mathematics

SURENDRAN KUMAR GUNA SEGRAN UNIWORLD LOGISTICS (M) SDN BHD Logistic Solutions

MOHD QAMARULNASRI BIN DAMNI

VAISHANA VASUTHAVAN

SAUDAGAR GROUP HOLDINGS SDN BHD Inspiring Entrepreneur: Corporate Social Responsibility Rising Male Entrepreneur: eCommerce

V V CONSULTING GROUP Most Promising Entrepreneur of the Year: HR & Business Consultancy

ASHVIN ANAMALAI BE STRATEGIC SDN BHD Most Creative Entrepreneur: Communications Agency

YC LIANG GM COMMUNICATION SDN BHD Most Resilient Entrepreneur: Telecommunication

DR. HASLIZA BINTI MOHD SABI FAYLEZ BERHAD Inspirational Motivator

DR SUPRAMANIAM A/L KRISHNASAMY PERAK MEDICAL CENTRE SDN BHD Most Philanthropic Entrepreneur: Healthcare

Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari is the Managing Director of Crescent Engineering (M) Sdn Bhd. This company provides a comprehensive portfolio of industrial maintenance, modification, and shutdown services to the oil, gas, refining, chemical, power, and other asset-intensive industries. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari has over 20 years of experience in technical rotating equipment troubleshooting and has amassed a considerable amount of expertise.

MOHAMAD AZMI BIN KAMARI CRESCENT ENGINEERING (M) SDN BHD Mechanical Engineering for Rotating Equipment

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Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari began his career as a marine engineer before becoming a Sales & Service Engineer in charge of SULZER pumps new equipment sales and after-sales services from 1997 until 2000. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari formed the CESB group of companies in 2000 as a Director & Technical Advisor. He is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing the company’s growth and sales strategy, including technical aspects. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari noticed that Malaysia still lacked technical support and

localisation, particularly in the rotating and turbomachinery divisions of the oil and gas industry, and decided to assist Malaysia’s oil and gas industry. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari is passionate about technical troubleshooting, particularly rotating equipment. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari aims to build his firm in turbomachinery to become the most sought whole solution provider in rotating equipment. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari has seen that Malaysia still lacked technical support and localisation, particularly in the rotating and turbomachinery divisions of the oil and gas business, and chose to assist the Malaysian oil and gas industry. Throughout his career, Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari has also had experience managing and motivating his employees. Mohamad Azmi Bin Kamari is known to enjoy travelling and is an avid food lover. He spends time coaching and giving motivational talks to his staff.

Mr. Aiman Basuni is an entrepreneur and Bason Group Holding Sdn Bhd President. This primary corporation chain has become a multibillion-ringgit Malaysia company in providing new and creative products and services. Mr. Aiman Basuni is the director of several food brands, including Nasi Kukus Tonggek, which now has 30 outlets in Malaysia, and Bakso Tonggek, a subsidiary brand. He is also a Director of a supply chain company, a major supplier that delivers all wet and dry ingredients to Bason Group restaurants and other Malaysian brands needing a reliable halal supplier.

MUHAMMAD NUR AIMAN BIN BASUNI BASON GROUP HOLDING SDN BHD

Most Promising Entrepreneur: F&B

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In the early 2000s, there was a widespread belief that children who attended religious schools would not have bright futures. They do not have adequate work opportunities, and they would not be able to attain great achievement in life. However, that’s a different case with the Director of Bason Group, Mr. Aiman Basuni. He always has the solution to this stereotype, backed up by evidence of his accomplishment. Nothing compares to the power of success.

He was entrusted to run a famous café alone in his early twenties, despite having no prior business expertise, forcing him to learn the bittersweet business world in such a short amount of time. Five years of a rocky road filled with achievements and failures resulted in Nasi Kukus Tonggek and the soon-to-belaunched Bakso Tonggek. Mr. Aiman Basuni has studied and refined his business expertise through company experience since 2015, delivering a diverse range of teaching and learning experiences. He has graduated from several business classes worldwide, including The CEO, Sifufbads Sdn Bhd, Titanium Premier Member, Rich Works International Sdn Bhd, Batch SM117 MOC Capital Centre International, Precessions Capital Berhad, and Batch-10 Business Sustainability Solution 2.0, Annems Leadership Solution Sdn Bhd. In 2019, he was awarded The 100 Most Influential Young Entrepreneurs.

Ts. Dr. Mazrul Fahmi is a veterinary surgeon, entrepreneur, and speaker. He is the Founder and Director of Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd. This animal-related corporation is currently one of the fastest-growing enterprises, particularly veterinary clinics, in the veterinary industry. In 2017, he began progressively providing veterinary services to pets on a “house-call” basis and livestock animals on a “farm-call” basis, using only his motorcycle and traveling to Selangor and Perak to establish his name in the sector. With the strong endorsement of his family, particularly his beloved mother and wife, he launched the first veterinary clinic in Subang Bestari, Shah Alam, known as Nadia Veterinary Clinic.

TS. DR. MAZRUL FAHMI HJ MAHADZIR MILINA LEGACY SDN BHD Most Inspiring Entrepreneur: Veterinary

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After receiving his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University Putra Malaysia (UPM), he began his career with one

of the largest Government-Linked Companies. For two years, he worked as a farm veterinarian, in which he learned the importance of animal health and production. He was then appointed farm manager in a Selangor state dairy cattle farm before establishing his own practises with his wife. He was recognised as a Professional Technologist (TS) in agriculture by the Malaysian Board of Technologies (MBOT) in October 2020, making him one of the earliest veterinary doctors in Malaysia to be recognised by the MBOT. Milina Legacy Sdn Bhd, led by Dr. Mazrul, aspires to be the number one ranked veterinary company in Malaysia. The company intends to swiftly expand, with plans to set up locations in every state over the next five years, using the same business model as the initial site.

Cikgu Shahrin, or Shahrin Zikri bin Shahrizman, was a multi-talented student at both school and university. Cikgu Shahrin Zikri is a former straight A’s student of Tuanku Munawir Science Secondary School, also known as SASER. A stellar student, Cikgu Shahrin Zikri was offered admission to one of the universities in the United States in law, the University of Alexandria in the field of pharmacy, and the Malaysian Maritime Academy in the field of engineering. His life progressed when he accepted a scholarship from Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam (JPA) to continue his studies in mechanical engineering at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UITM).

SHAHRIN ZIKRI BIN SHAHRIZMAN PUSAT TUISYEN ASTER (M) SDN BHD Most Inspiring Educator: Additional Mathematics

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The five (5) awards he received as a UITM student are among the memories he will never forget from his time as a UiTM student. The awards include the Dean’s List Award each semester, the Best Student Award in Additional Mathematics among faculty students, the Best Mathematics Student among all students, the Vice Counsellor Award presented by

the former Agong Sultan Muhammad V. He also participated in the programme of three (3) best students in a student exchange to Toyama University in Japan. Cikgu Shahrin Zikri went to work as an engineer for PETRONAS after graduating. He has, nevertheless, always had a soft spot for teaching. He subsequently pursued his aspiration to become a full-time instructor because he was passionate about the field of education. After realising that his interests contributed to the success of others, he transitioned into the areas of teaching and business. Cikgu Shahrin Zikri is the Vice President of Aster (M) Sdn Bhd and a cofounder of the Pusat Tuisyen Aster (M) Sdn. Bhd. Since 2010, Cikgu Shahrin Zikri has assisted over 40,000 Malaysian students through faceto-face, online, and in-person lectures and seminars provided by ASTER. Cikgu Shahrin Zikri aspires to help one million students in additional mathematics subjects.

Ashvin Anamalai has over 18 years of experience in sales, marketing, and communications in South East Asia. He has substantial marketing experience and a track record of developing brand equity and business growth. Be Strategic is a multiple award-winning creative communications agency with a knack for solving old problems in new ways. Be Strategic provides end-to-end services, connecting clients to the audience through four integrated disciplines: Branding, Digital and Social, Experiential Events, and Public Relations.

ASHVIN ANAMALAI BE STRATEGIC SDN BHD Most Creative Entrepreneur: Communications Agency

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2020 proved to be a year of upheaval and challenges. In a year, Ashvin Anamalai has effectively ushered in a new era for the company, establishing an entirely new revenue stream, redefining the team’s thinking, and improving Be Strategic’s clients’ function through various initiatives. Some of the initiatives include breathing new life into the group by leading the Be Strategic rebranding that now has a niche personality as a Creative

Communication Agency and pivoting to digitalised communications services while retraining his team to adapt to the direction of the company. Ashvin Anamalai has successfully introduced a new product offering - Digital Advocacy – revolutionising the way the company runs by maximising earnings while working to the company’s resource strengths. Likewise, Ashvin Anamalai has expanded Be Strategic’s digitally-led services to clients by creating a digital environment for important client Quill Automobiles, which produced over RM 100 million in revenue through the robust ecosystem. Most notably, during unprecedented periods of uncertainty and disruption in Malaysia - the COVID-19 outbreak and multiple movement control orders, Ashvin Anamalai led Be Strategic to become the key communications consultant for many new customers, catalysing firm growth at a crucial time.

Dr. Hasliza Binti Mohd Sabi is the President of Faylez Berhad, an import and export company established in 2014. Dr. Hasliza Binti Mohd Sabi has been active in the Malaysian business since the Covid-19 pandemic, when most commercial opportunities in other countries have been non-performing and dormant. Faylez Berhad began as an Interior Decoration Supply, Design, and Build company in Malaysia, Turkey, and Bangladesh. Since 2016, Dr. Hasliza Mohd Sabi has led the company with two partners, Cik Nusratina Ain Binti Norizham and Puan Mawar. Most Architects in Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, and Malaysia have chosen to source their materials from Turkey. Faylez Berhad was the first company to receive the Green Award for flooring supply due to its essential supplies and design experience.

DR. HASLIZA BINTI MOHD SABI FAYLEZ BERHAD Inspirational Motivator

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As a result of the pandemic, Dr. Hasliza Binti Mohd Sabi has expanded her company supply

and ventured into producing gloves to satisfy the global market and raise awareness of “Protecting Ourselves For The World” and “Fair to the Entire Planet.” Her past engagement in the glove industry posed significant obstacles. Bringing the name of a Malaysian trader was not easy because records reveal that there are too many fraudsters in the industry, making it difficult for Faylez Berhad to win the contract. However, with her drive and determination, she successfully signed a USD1.2Billion contract between Brand Celebrity and a US client. Her success became a landmark, and she has become a focal point for most foreign buyers who have come to place new gloves all over the world. “Let’s Rock The Glove World” is her motto, and Dr. Hasliza Binti Mohd Sabi practises honesty in business to help overseas clients feel at ease working with her.

Since 2018, Mr. Surendran Kumar Guna Segran has served as the Director of Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd. He began his career as a Junior Aircraft Technician for about two and a half years and has performed maintenance on Cessna, Piper, Liberty, and various other piston-engine aircraft due to his interest in Aviation and Transportation Industry. After evaluating his achievement as a Managing Director in the American Malaysia Chamber of Commerce’s Young Enterprise Program, he accepted a position as a Senior Recruiter at a job-placement firm in Malaysia at the age of 20. In 2013, he pursued and finished his diploma in Business Management at Olympia College in Malaysia while running his own SME trading company.

SURENDRAN KUMAR GUNA SEGRAN UNIWORLD LOGISTICS (M) SDN BHD Logistic Solutions

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In August 2016, as Business Development Officer for Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd, he began to tap into a vast network in the logistics industry. His father, Mr. Guna Segran, founded this company. His entrance into the sector

began in Melaka with Uniworld, Malaysia’s 5PL warehouse operations. He has accomplished a few critical project shipments, such as Vessel Chartering for the Matabari Powerplant Project in Bangladesh, Industrial Site Shifting, Aircraft Mobilization, and various Aircraft Charters for Medical Equipment and PPE, particularly for the recent global pandemic. Mr. Surendran Kumar was recently elected and appointed to the Board of Directors of the Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce for the term 2021 / 2022. As a Director of the company, Mr. Surendran Kumar believes in constantly raising the bar to provide exceptional customer value. Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd encompasses a team with specific goals to ensure customercentric and customised logistics solutions accurately. Uniworld Logistics (M) Sdn Bhd has redesigned processes to improve results and meet, and frequently exceed, comprehensive global logistics standards.

Mohd Qamarulnasri Bin Damni is the founder of Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd, a firm situated in Muar, Johor, founded in 2020 to provide eCommerce solutions. He is a young, versatile, and motivated Malaysian entrepreneur who can coordinate and run his own business with a workforce of 25 people. He aims to become the chosen Global Muslim Lifestyle Online Marketplace.

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He spent a significant amount of time in the field with the Saudagar Group, assisting with humanitarian efforts for the Malaysian community. He structures effective marketing tactics with new norms to develop a successful business using his seven years of sales and marketing expertise and experience. On August 17, 2020, Mohd Qamarulnasri Bin Damni created Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd to establish an official organisation focusing on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Saudagar Group Holdings Sdn Bhd has opened three locations in Setia Alam, TTDI

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Jaya Shah Alam, and Muar in just one year of operation and involvement in the industry. By attaining Best Performance Leader for one of its goods, the company has exhibited remarkable performance during Movement Control Order (MCO). “Buku Checklist Amalan’s” Vice Partner was recognised as a competent leader with experience directing sales and marketing teams and establishing collaborative environments. Mohd Qamarulnasri Bin Damni is passionate and has enormous aspirations to expand his business in the near future to upgrade the company to Berhad and seek a listing on the Bursa Malaysia. He got the idea for an online marketplace during MCO because now everyone can go online. It will be positioned as a pioneer of eCommerce on Muslim Lifestyle industries in Malaysia called MYIMAN, which has a high potential in social media with 126,000 followers on Facebook, 269,000 followers on Instagram, and 565,200 followers on Tik-Tok before this as an Islamic content creator.

Vaishana Vasuthavan is a true entrepreneur at heart, as she is immensely passionate about aiding founders or small business owners in developing their start-ups or enterprises. Vaishana Vasuthavan began her career at Bank Negara Malaysia and BBDO Malaysia in Human Resources with Manpower, one of the world’s leading recruitment agencies. She has over 15 years of expertise in start-ups, eCommerce, technology, business, HR, recruitment, and People and Culture Development.

VAISHANA VASUTHAVAN VV CONSULTING GROUP Most Promising Entrepreneur of the Year: HR & Business Consultancy

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Vaishana Vasuthavan founded VV Consulting Group, an award-winning consulting firm, in 2020. VV Consulting Group assists startups, small and medium-sized businesses, and government agencies in assessing, evaluating, and addressing operational pain points. VV Consulting Group is a human resources consulting company that specialises in corporate strategy and market research (Consumer Experience).

Under Vaishana Vasuthavan, VV Consulting Group aspires to revolutionise company culture and create value-added workplaces by focusing on people, industry, and consumers. The VV Consulting Group’s culture encapsulates who they are as a company, as well as how they live, breathe, and embrace the culture. They are enthusiastic about what they do and want to share their culture with clients and consumers throughout Malaysia. VV Consulting Group was named Best HR Outsourcing Partner in 2020 by the HR Vendors Awards. Furthermore, VV Consulting Group was nominated for Best Newcomer in 2021 and Startup of the Year in 2021 by the ASEAN Startup Award. Aside from that, Vaishana Vasuthavan frequently speaks at start-ups and entrepreneurial events and digital and technology conferences to share her experiences and perspectives and serve as a mentor and counsellor to budding entrepreneurs owing to her expertise in Human Resources and Business Consultancy.

YC Liang established GM Communication Sdn Bhd. In 2014, GM began as a sole proprietorship, providing smartphone spare parts and accessories and maintenance equipment. To meet the needs of a wide range of clients in Malaysia, the company is continually on the lookout for new high-quality products at meager prices. A coworker described YC as someone who emanates positive energy and has outstanding principles, foresight, and an optimistic mindset. The type of mentality required to become a leader. Under her leadership, GM Communication has earned the trust of the community, allowing it to stay competitive in the industry.

YC LIANG GM COMMUNICATION SDN BHD Most Resilient Entrepreneur: Telecommunication

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YC Liang believes that one’s mindset justifies one’s faith and that one’s attitude determines one’s life. GM Communication’s motto is “Credibility.” YC Liang and GM Communication can serve customers with passion and trustworthiness by incorporating it into the corporate culture. They promise to constantly

improve their company values, granting their employees a consistent return and enhancing their lifestyle. YC Liang has many outstanding talents, but her courage is admirable. Regardless of how bad the situation is, she perseveres, pushes even more, adheres to and abides by her values, and eventually triumphs. YC Liang is also constantly productive and energetic in any scenario, and she has the ability to think and solve difficulties calmly. She is a natural motivator who inspires everyone around her by learning about their objectives and encouraging them to attain them. She is known to be persistent in the face of adversity, and she has demonstrated that nothing could bring her down, even though their peers brutally misled them and at one point were at the bottom of their professions. Despite the odds, YC persisted in her efforts to achieve her goals. This persistency is apparent with the number of achievements GM Communication Sdn Bhd has reached since its inception.

Dr. Supramaniam is the Managing Director of Perak Medical Centre in Ipoh, Perak. Dr. Supramaniam began his profession as a physician in 1980. He was attached to Ipoh General Hospital for his housemanship and spent five years working for the government. Dr. Supramaniam joined Perak Medical Centre in 1986, and four years later, he was elevated to Junior Partner. In 1991, he rose to the position of Managing Director.

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Dr. Supramaniam is well-known for his humanitarian efforts, and he has hosted many events for Perak residents. He has assisted impoverished families by distributing food and giving medical talks to raise awareness about medical and health issues. He has also aided the government’s distribution of COVID-19 vaccines by transforming his clinic into a Vaccine Distribution Center, ensuring that more individuals receive the vaccines. Dr. Supramaniam believes that as a healthcare professional, one must not think of themselves

Most Philanthropic Entrepreneur: Healthcare

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solely as a businessperson but as a HUMAN being. To experience what patients are feeling, the administration must have a soul. In medicine, a client is in anguish, and the last thing you want to harvest from them is business. Furthermore, despite the fact that PMC experienced a drop in business as a result of the movement control order, Dr. Supramaniam and his fellow shareholders did not retrench a single employee, reduce their salaries, or reduce their allowances. Dr. Supramaniam and the Perak Medical Centre shareholders absorbed the losses in order to ensure their employees’ wellbeing during this difficult pandemic period. Dr. Supramaniam aspires to provide reasonable and economical medical care despite the competition. Instead of focusing on generating fast profits off of patients, clients should be able to afford the cost of the services they provide.

ENTREPRENEURS OF THE YEAR

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DATO’ SRI HAJAH SITI NURHALIZA BINTI TARUDIN CTDK HOLDINGS SDN BHD Entrepreneur of the Year

DATO’ SRI HAJAH SITI DR. HANAFIAH YUSSOF ROBOPRENEUR SDN BHD Technopreneur of the Year

LESLIE GOMEZ THE OLIVE TREE GROUP Excellence in Leadership

DATO’ FAZLEY YAAKOB SUK A SUCRE BISTRO Celebrity Entrepreneur of the Year

YH DATO’ SRI HJ KADIR BIN HJ MOHD SHARIF KZACT GLOBAL (M) SDN BHD Halal-Prenuer of the Year

ASHLYN NISHA GURUPATHAM REBEL SDN BHD Youth Entrepreneur of the Year

SHAHRUL ANUAR BIN ZAIN ANUAR ZAIN NETWORK SDN BHD Lifetime Achievement Award in Music Industry Presented by CELCOM BUSINESS

Dato’ Sri Hajah Siti Nurhaliza Tarudin is Malaysia’s queen of entertainment, beloved by both young and old alike. Her singing talent and pleasant personality have made her a Malaysian icon, particularly among the younger generation. She rose to fame at the age of 15, quickly becoming Malaysia’s No. 1 entertainer. She instantly gained notoriety in the music industry, inspiring millions of fans to pursue a career as an artist. Dato’ Sri Siti debuted in the business sphere in 2006, when she founded a family business that encompassed a wide range of interests, including music and entertainment. Her cosmetics line, SIMPLYSITI, debuted in 2010 and soon became a national and international sensation. In 2016, she co-founded Creacion, a Muslimah fashion company, with Malaysian textile entrepreneur Jakel.

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CTDK Holdings has grown from its humble beginnings in 2020 to become a significant FMCG player. CTDK Holdings has established itself as one of the top distributors of Halal cosmetics and beauty products through its subsidiaries SimplySiti, BeauSiti, and Beautyra. The brand is highly marketed and has a large consumer base. It is positioned as a premium Halal brand with comparable quality to international names. It maintains an affordable yet sophisticated character that appeals to a wide range of market segments. Under her directorship, Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza has bagged Brandlaureate – SME Chapter Awards: Most Promising Brand 2010 The BrandLaureate Tun Dr. Siti Hasmah SME’s Women of The Year 2010, UDC Business Awards’ Best Upcoming Beauty Products 2011, and Malaysia Book of Record’s Dermagic Biggest Transformation Programme.

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Leslie Gomez, Founder of The Olive Tree Group, has established himself as a pioneer in the Malaysian hospitality industry. Leslie Gomez founded The Olive Tree Group in 2003 and has since taken it to greater heights. Leslie Gomez presently serves as the group’s Founder and Executive Director. By bringing in international chefs from India and local cooks, Leslie’s reputation for providing exceptional cuisine with superior service to the Malaysian scene has grown. Leslie Gomez has led the organisation to a significant business reputation, garnering various accolades and acclaim from travel magazine businesses. The company was recognised as one of the best places to visit, eat, and drink, with several awards under its belt from the year 2003 to 2019

LESLIE GOMEZ THE OLIVE TREE GROUP Excellence in Leadership

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The Olive Tree Group operates full-service luxury restaurants such as Frangipaani and Olive Kitchen + Bar, gastro pubs such as Rock Bottom, and clubs such as Temptations and The Beach Bar - was hit particularly hard during the pandemic. The key selling feature of the business was the ambiance. Mr. Leslie, who self-funded all of his restaurants, experienced financial difficulties for the first time in 18 years due to the COVID-19 epidemic, causing him to approach the bank and request a loan to keep his businesses going and save the jobs of over 400 of his employees. Even though this was unavoidable, he did not concede and continued to move forward to keep his business running. He was recently recognised as the SME of the Year at the SME and Entrepreneurs Business Awards (SEBA) 2021 for his resilience and drive to achieve. He is willing to go above and beyond to save the ship’s crew without sacrificing anyone to the tide.

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YH Dato’ Sri Hj Abd Kadir bin MJ Mohd Shariff is a Multi-Level-Marketing figure who is no stranger to the region. He is the Founder, Principal Investor, and Advisor of Kzact Global (M) Sdn Bhd. Kzact Global (M) Sdn Bhd is a Bumiputera-owned company that sells halalcertified products. Kzact Global’s marketing strategy is one of the best in the industry since it rewards diligent senior executives and subordinate distributors with bonuses. Kzact Global’s products are of excellent quality and approved by the Malaysian Ministry of Health and other relevant bodies. “Man Jada Wa Jada” (Whoever Tries He Will Get The Result) is the concept behind the Shariah-compliant Tradition Marketing Plan of Kzact Global under the leadership of YH Dato’ Sri Hj Abd Kadir.

YH DATO’ SRI HJ KADIR BIN HJ MOHD SHARIF KZACT GLOBAL (M) SDN BHD Halal-Prenuer of the Year

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The KZ Tradition Marketing Plan intends to be a comprehensive, consistent, and structured marketing strategy with long-term business with a tradition-oriented marketing plan, a profitable enterprise; there is no pressure and no overpayment terms.

YH Dato Sri Hj Abd Kadir’s Kzact Global aspires to continuously move forward under three visions: unity, value creation, and strengthening local markets while exploring globally. Dato’ Sri Hj Abd Kadir seeks to make Kzact Global one of the best MLM organisations in trust, transparency, and financial independence. He aims to take the lead in developing products that are user-friendly, safe (Halalan Toyyiba), innovative, and beneficial to all; to achieve the core principles of relevant MLM with the pure values of life. Finally, YH Dato’ Sri Abd Kadir aspires to grow good partnerships within the company and distribution for business. The company aims to expand and integrate distributor unity while promoting a cooperative spirit to deal with future developments. YH Dato’ Sri Hj Abd Kadir likewise seeks to contribute to the growth of the MLM sector by employing new and competitive sales strategies to help businesses expand and achieve extraordinary outcomes that go beyond their existing capabilities.

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Dr. Hanafiah Yussof is the Founder, Board of Director, and Group CEO of Robopreneur Sdn Bhd. Dr. Hanafiah earned a Ph.D. in Information Science from Nagoya University in Japan, where he specialised in humanoid robots. He holds a prestigious position in the robotics community as the Chairman of the IEEE Robotics and Automation (RAS) Malaysia Chapter, making him well-known among robotics scientists and researchers. He has been regarded as an esteemed academician, innovator, entrepreneur, and game changer with over 18 years of expertise in robotics R&D and industry. His success in the industry has positioned him as a key player in the push to achieve corporate-wide adoption of robotics technology across all industries.

DR. HANAFIAH YUSSOF ROBOPRENEUR SDN BHD Technopreneur of the Year

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Robopreneur was founded with the goal of commercialising Dr. Hanafiah’s research on robotic rehabilitation solutions for Autism. Initially, the company concentrated on commercialising

a robotic therapy system for the Autism community as well as selling the humanoid robot NAO for research and education. Due to his passion and strong leadership, Robopreneur has grown from a university start-up to a full enterprise robotic company, pioneering the Service Robotics business in Malaysia becoming one of the market leaders in the ASEAN region. As Robopreneur’s tagline says “Empowering Innovation” in their products and solutions to solve client’s problems and bring value to them. Understanding the customer’s problems is the key, and Robopreneur tailors solutions according to the customer needs. Robopreneur brings about the future by heightening the capabilities of service robotics. Dr. Hanafiah envisions that Robopreneur will play a significant role in the robotics sector and become a world-class robotics firm with the goal of developing and distributing commercial robots that empower humanity.

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Dato’ Fazley Yaakob is a Malaysian singer and culinary entrepreneur. His initial claim to fame was the song “Asmara Ini,” which has been on the radio for more than 12 years and was the winner of Astro Ria’s “MasterChef Selebriti Malaysia” competition in 2012. He subsequently studied Pattiserie and Cuisine before launching his own brand and restaurant, SukaSucre Bistro, in Kuala Lumpur. In 2016, SukaSucre Bistro won 11 of the 25 categories in the Malaysia International Gastronomy Festival. He has received numerous accolades, including Most Popular Chef (APO 2016), Top 100 MIYE Entrepreneur, Le Cordon Bleu’s Most Distinguished Alumni (2017), and Anugerah Usahawan Bakat Khas (Special Talent Entrepreneur Award).

DATO’ FAZLEY YAAKOB SUKA SUCRE BISTRO Celebrity Entrepreneur of the Year

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Under his belt, Dato’ Fazley has ventured into Mala Mala, a restaurant centring Szechuan Halal hot pot, and Bala’s Banana Leaf, which focuses on South Indian cuisines, in addition to SukaSucre Bistro. Pastry Perfumes (Pastry-inspired perfume and personal care products), HITAMANÉS Artisanal coffee kiosk brand with a local twist, and MENYIRAP (Zero-calorie, sugar-free cordial syrup line) are some of his other ventures that still centre in gastronomy. Dato’ Fazley has also collaborated with Starbucks to create the first-ever chef collaboration menu, including regional favourites like Ayam Lemak Cili Api & Rendang. Dato’ Fazley was also the first chef to engage with Krispy Kreme to create localised sweets like Puding Raja and Bandung doughnuts.

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Ashlyn Nisha Gurupatham founded Rebel Sdn Bhd in 2019 as a platform for young people to speak up for what is right and make a statement through her apparel brand. Rebel Sdn Bhd was established as a platform for Ashlyn Nisha Gurupatham’s beliefs that many young adults/teenagers feel inept when it comes to political, environmental, and social issues. When teenagers express opinions that differ from their parents or other adults, they are labelled “rebellious” or impolite by “talking back.” The concept behind Rebel is to create a means for people, particularly teenagers, to express their opinions, ideas, and convictions without speaking them loudly. Rebel inspires young people to speak up and advocate for important causes.

ASHLYN NISHA GURUPATHAM REBEL SDN BHD Youth Entrepreneur of the Year

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Rebel is all about giving youth power and allowing their voices to be heard loud and clear. Ashlyn Nisha Gurupatham seeks to raise the voices of young adults throughout the world. What sets Rebel Sdn Bhd from other brands out there is that Rebel is a social enterprise. A large percentage of the profit from selling these T-shirts will go to organisations and charities that contribute and support similar causes. Society is moving towards a direction where individuals now see the value in social causes over profit. Ashlyn Nisha Gurupatham is passionate about environmental issues and human rights, and she frequently participates at events and online about topics such as environmental protection and teen pregnancy, among others. She is the MBDA’s youngest fashion designer, and she also serves as Malaysia’s President at the World Youth Leading Change Forum.

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Malaysian artist Anuar Zain began his career as a child star over 30 years ago. He comes from a musical family, with his older sister Ziana Zain, who is also a prominent singer. Throughout his prolific career, his persona and exquisite voice captivated audiences. After breaking into the Malay music, film, television, and fashion industries, Anuar Zain has become an icon with a resounding presence throughout Southeast Asia. Throughout his outstanding career, his angelic voice and charisma have enthralled audiences. Anuar Zain has carved up a name for himself as a Southeast Asian superstar, with a significant presence in Malay music, film, television, and fashion. Only a few of his artistic achievements are “Artis Lelaki Terbaik” - Anugerah Planet Muzik 2017 (APM 2017) (a music festival that brings together performers

SHAHRUL ANUAR BIN ZAIN ANUAR ZAIN NETWORK SDN BHD Lifetime Achievement Award in Music Industry

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from Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.), Anuar Zain 3 Decades of Music Love & Passion Live in Concert (held in 2013), as well as receiving an honour of Best Male Vocal for the song ‘Sedetik Lebih’ from the movie Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa : Most Prestigious Malaysia Music Industry Awards, AIM 2011. His current musical direction, which focuses on romantic ballads and polished Malay pop, has kept him at the top of the charts. On the other hand, Anuar is open to exploring different genres such as jazz and soul. Anuar has received numerous accolades and honours from the music industry, but he believes there is still more he can do. He is excited to be true to what touches and inspires him while gratifying his followers and other listeners.

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