The Executives

Moomoo Singapore has appointed Jeyson Ng as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a new phase of growth as the digital investment platform expands its presence within Singapore’s financial ecosystem and strengthens its position across the region. Before taking on the CEO role, Jeyson held senior leadership positions across the financial services and capital markets industry, bringing extensive experience in exchange development, market strategy, institutional engagement and ecosystem partnerships. Since joining Moomoo Singapore, he has played a key role in driving the company’s strategic expansion, strengthening industry collaborations and advancing its long-term vision of technology-enabled investing and investor empowerment. As CEO, Jeyson will focus on four strategic priorities: Deepening investor education and financial literacy programmes Accelerating the adoption of AI-driven investing tools and intelligent investment experiences Expanding access to global investment opportunities and institutional-grade capabilities Strengthening partnerships across Singapore’s financial and capital markets ecosystem Echo Zhao, Country Head of Moomoo Singapore, said Jeyson’s combination of capital markets expertise, industry relationships and strategic leadership experience will be instrumental as the company enters its next stage of development. He noted that Singapore continues to strengthen its position as a global financial hub and expressed confidence that Jeyson is well positioned to deepen the company’s local market presence, enhance industry partnerships and deliver greater value to investors. Advancing Technology and Investor Education Over the past year, Moomoo Singapore has expanded its market presence through a series of initiatives focused on investor education, ecosystem partnerships and technology innovation. Among these is the launch of Moo Academy, the company’s flagship investor education platform aimed at building a stronger and more connected financial ecosystem by bringing together financial institutions, listed companies, industry partners and retail investors. The company has also accelerated its artificial intelligence strategy through the introduction of innovations such as Moomoo AI and Moomoo API Skills, reinforcing its commitment to providing smarter, data-driven and intuitive investing experiences. These initiatives form part of Moomoo Singapore’s broader mission to empower investors through advanced technology, actionable insights and intelligent investment tools, while encouraging greater retail participation in Singapore’s capital markets through education, market intelligence and access to diversified global investment products. Jeyson said Singapore remains one of the world’s most trusted and resilient financial centres, adding that the future of investing will increasingly be shaped by digitalisation, global connectivity and artificial intelligence. He said investors today are seeking not only broader market access but also smarter tools that can help them analyse information, identify opportunities and make more informed investment decisions. According to Jeyson, artificial intelligence will play a transformative role in making sophisticated market insights, data and execution capabilities more accessible to everyday investors, and he looks forward to working closely with the company’s team, partners and regulators to continue building a trusted and intelligent investing platform for Singapore and the wider region.

SIRIM Bhd has appointed Nik Sazali Nik Hussin as its President and Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), with the appointment taking effect immediately. Prior to this role, Nik Sazali had been serving as acting President and Group CEO since August 2025, according to the industrial research and technology organisation. He previously held the position of CEO of SIRIM Academy Sdn Bhd from March 2023, where he led various transformation and growth initiatives that strengthened the academy’s position as a key provider of training, consultancy and capability development services. In a statement, SIRIM said the appointment reflects its continued focus on strengthening leadership grounded in institutional experience, technical expertise and a strong understanding of the organisation’s role within Malaysia’s industrial ecosystem. Nik Sazali brings nearly three decades of leadership experience across commercial banking, higher education, management consultancy and the government-linked sector, in addition to his long-standing involvement within SIRIM. He succeeds Datuk Ahmad Sabirin Arshad, who has since joined Boustead Holdings Bhd as Group CEO, effective Aug 1, 2025.

Astro Malaysia Holdings Bhd has announced the departure of Group Chief Executive Officer Euan Smith, marking the end of his six-year tenure with the company and more than three years in the top leadership role. The media and entertainment group said Henry Tan, who previously served as Astro’s Group CEO from February 2019 to January 2023, will assume the role of Interim Group CEO effective June 16, 2026, while the board undertakes a search for a permanent successor. Henry Tan (left) and Euan Smith (right). In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, Astro said the leadership transition comes as the company progresses through a significant transformation of its platform and business operations. “With the platform transition well advanced, it is timely for a change of leadership at Astro to navigate the business moving forward,” the company said. As Interim Group CEO, Henry Tan will oversee the group’s overall strategy, performance and day-to-day operations, supported by Astro’s executive leadership team. Meanwhile, Smith will remain with the company in an advisory capacity, providing technical guidance and support to the board until Dec 6, 2026, to ensure a smooth transition. Smith joined Astro in April 2020 as Group Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer of TV before being promoted to Group CEO in February 2023. During his tenure, his contract was extended twice as the company navigated industry changes and intensified competition within the media landscape. The board expressed its appreciation for Smith’s contributions, acknowledging his role in leading the company through a period of transformation and evolving consumer viewing habits. The leadership change comes at a challenging time for Astro, which has been facing pressure from declining subscription revenues, a softer advertising market and growing competition from global streaming platforms. Last month, the pay-TV operator drew industry attention after confirming that it would not be the primary broadcaster of the FIFA World Cup for the first time in more than 20 years. The broadcasting rights for the tournament were secured by Telekom Malaysia Bhd. Despite ongoing operational challenges, Astro’s share price rose 8.33% to 6.5 sen on Monday, valuing the company at approximately RM339.7 million. Financially, the group reported a sharp decline in earnings for the financial year ended Jan 31, 2026 (FY2026). Net profit fell by more than 50% to RM63.13 million from RM129.15 million a year earlier, impacted by higher staff-related expenses, broadband costs, and increased marketing and distribution spending. Revenue also declined to RM2.79 billion from RM3.08 billion in the previous year, reflecting weaker subscription and advertising income, as well as lower rental revenue and programming rights sales. Astro last declared a dividend of 0.25 sen per share in FY2024, the lowest dividend payout in the company’s history. According to market data, the group’s net gearing ratio stood at 1.4 times as at end-January 2026, with net debt amounting to RM1.79 billion, making it one of the more highly leveraged media companies listed on Bursa Malaysia. Moving forward, investors will be closely watching Astro’s next phase of leadership as the company seeks to strengthen its position in an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving digital entertainment landscape.

Public Bank Bhd has appointed Diona Teh Li Shian as a non-independent non-executive director, effective June 1. Diona Teh Li Shian (centre) has been appointed Public Bank’s non-independent non-executive director, effective June 1. Li Shian is the youngest daughter of Public Bank founder and chairman emeritus the late Tan Sri Teh Hong Piow. In a statement, the bank said she brings experience from roles in international banking groups, covering areas such as asset management, product development, strategic planning, regulatory compliance, customer experience, and process improvement. The bank said her appointment reflects the continuation of her father’s legacy and the Teh family’s long-standing commitment to Public Bank. She has also been appointed to the bank’s nomination and remuneration committee as well as the risk committee, according to Bursa filings. Li Shian holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Macquarie University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business from Queensland University of Technology. Public Bank shares closed down six sen or 1.3% at RM4.71, valuing the group at RM91.4 billion.

Datuk Goh Chye Koon will step down as chairman of Sunway Construction Group Bhd after more than a decade in the role, with Datuk Kwan Foh Kwai appointed as his successor. In a Bursa Malaysia filing, the construction group said Goh, 76, has retired by rotation and will not seek re-election. His retirement took effect at the conclusion of the company’s annual general meeting held on Friday. Goh has served as chairman since 2014, and the group expressed appreciation for his contributions during his tenure. In the same filing, Sunway Construction announced the redesignation of Kwan as its new independent non-executive chairman. Kwan, 74, previously served as Sunway Construction’s senior managing director from 2014 until his retirement in December 2015. He rejoined the board as an independent director in October 2024. The company said Kwan brings more than 40 years of experience in the construction industry, spanning both public and private sectors. He began his career in 1977 as a contract engineer with the Public Works Department before moving into senior roles across several construction firms, including Promet Construction Sdn Bhd, Alam Baru Sdn Bhd, and Taisei (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd. He later joined Sungei Way Construction Bhd in 1996 and was appointed managing director of Sunway Construction in 2001. Kwan also serves as independent non-executive chairman of Luxchem Corp Bhd. Sunway Construction shares closed one sen lower at RM7.49, valuing the group at RM9.96 billion.

Philippine Airlines (PAL) has appointed former Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail as an independent director, as the airline strengthens its leadership team to support fleet modernisation and international expansion plans. Former Malaysia Aviation Group Bhd group managing director Datuk Captain Izham Ismail. According to a report by Insider PH, Izham joins the PAL board alongside Filipino businessman Edgar Chua, former country chairman of Shell Philippines. The appointments are part of the airline’s efforts to strengthen board expertise as it expands operations and enhances governance. Izham retired from MAG, the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, on Jan 31, 2026, after serving the airline group for more than 40 years. He was succeeded by Captain Nasaruddin A Bakar as president and group chief executive officer. During his tenure, Izham led MAG’s 2021 financial restructuring, which reduced the group’s liabilities by over RM15 billion, eliminated RM10 billion in debt, and secured a RM3.6 billion capital injection from major shareholder Khazanah Nasional Bhd. He also oversaw operational improvements that helped return the airline group to profitability in recent years. PAL chairman and chief executive officer Lucio Tan welcomed the appointments, highlighting Izham’s aviation experience and Chua’s business leadership expertise. The airline said both appointments will support PAL’s efforts to achieve sustainable growth, strengthen governance, and expand its global connectivity. PAL underwent Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring in 2021, eliminating more than US$2 billion in debt. Since completing its financial restructuring, the airline has reported consistent quarterly profitability while investing in fleet upgrades and route expansion. For the first quarter of 2026, PAL reported a net income of US$78.55 million, up 2.6 per cent year-on-year, while revenue increased 9.7 per cent to US$895.7 million.

Standard Chartered has appointed Shebani Baweja as its Group Chief Data Officer (CDO), effective immediately. She will report to Alvaro Garrido, Chief Operating Officer for Technology & Operations (T&O) and Chief Information Officer for Information Security & Data, and will be based in Singapore. In her new role, Shebani will lead the Group Data Office and oversee the Bank’s data strategy, including how data is governed, managed, and utilised across the organisation. She will also drive the implementation of stronger data foundations, standardised practices, and wider use of data analytics to support growth, innovation, and decision-making. Shebani brings more than 20 years of experience in data and digital transformation. Since joining Standard Chartered in 2008, she has held several senior leadership roles across Wealth and Retail Banking (WRB) as well as T&O transformation. Most recently, she served as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for WRB and International Markets, where she led cyber risk strategy and strengthened governance and security controls to support digitisation and business growth. Alvaro Garrido, Chief Operating Officer for Technology & Operations and Chief Information Officer for Information Security & Data at Standard Chartered, said the Bank’s technology and data capabilities remain key to delivering world-class client services. “As we continue to expand our use of data and AI to help clients seamlessly connect with growth opportunities across our unique network, Shebani’s leadership will be key in strengthening our data-driven culture that simplifies with discipline and keeps risk and integrity at the forefront,” he said. Commenting on her appointment, Shebani said data continues to play a central role in supporting the Bank’s operations and client-centric innovation strategy. “I am thrilled to be appointed to the role at such a pivotal moment. Data is central to how Standard Chartered delivers robust, safe and scalable solutions and drives measurable value for our clients and colleagues. I look forward to working with the team to advance our data strategy and power the next phase of client-centric innovation – one that is supported by trusted, responsible use of data,” she said.

Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad has appointed Kelvin Lee Chin Chuan as its new group managing director, effective June 1, 2026, as the property developer recorded a record-high revenue of RM1.36 billion for FY2026. Lee, who holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Melbourne, previously served with the group from 2018 to 2021 before returning in April 2025 as group executive director. Since rejoining the company, he has played a key role in strengthening Matrix Concepts’ strategic direction and advancing a more integrated township development approach focused on connectivity, lifestyle, healthcare, education and long-term sustainability. Among the group’s recent initiatives is its collaboration with Golog Holdings Sdn Bhd for the China-Malaysia Air Silk Road Dual Hub Industrial Park Cooperation Project in MVV TechValley, aimed at enhancing Negeri Sembilan’s position as an emerging logistics and industrial hub. Lee said the company remains committed to its founding philosophy of creating communities that enrich lives, while adapting to changing expectations surrounding quality, liveability and integration. “Matrix Concepts was built on a simple philosophy — to create environments that enrich lives. That foundation remains unchanged,” he said. “What has evolved are the expectations surrounding quality, connectivity, and integration. Our focus is to continuously strengthen township ecosystems that bring together living, education, healthcare, and lifestyle components in a more holistic and structured way,” he added. For the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026, Matrix Concepts posted a net profit of RM38.7 million compared with RM42.7 million a year earlier, while quarterly revenue rose slightly to RM308.9 million. For the full financial year, net profit increased 2.5% to RM219.3 million, while revenue climbed 18.1% to a record RM1.36 billion, supported by steady construction progress, new revenue streams and stronger industrial-related contributions. The board also declared a fourth interim single-tier dividend of 1.25 sen per ordinary share for FY2026, payable on July 9, 2026.

Gas Malaysia Berhad has announced the appointment of Azli M. as its new President and Group Chief Executive Officer, marking a new leadership chapter for the national gas infrastructure company. Azli brings extensive leadership experience across the energy, aviation, infrastructure, and corporate transformation sectors, with a career spanning both multinational corporations and government-linked organisations. His background includes senior roles such as Managing Director of Siemens Energy Malaysia, Chief Operating Officer of GEMalaysia, and leadership positions involving clean energy initiatives with Mubadala Energy in Abu Dhabi. He has also held key strategic and transformation roles at major organisations including Capital A (AirAsia), Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB), and AEON Group Malaysia, where he was involved in corporate growth, operational efficiency, and strategic development initiatives. In addition to his corporate experience, Azli has contributed to the broader business and innovation ecosystem through advisory and leadership roles with organisations such as OpenSpace Ventures, UN Global Compact (UNGC) Malaysia & Brunei, Malaysia Global Innovation & Creativity Centre (MaGIC), and the American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM Malaysia). Gas Malaysia said Azli’s appointment comes at a time when the energy sector is undergoing significant transformation, driven by the need for sustainability, innovation, and long-term infrastructure resilience. His experience across global markets, GLCs, and innovation-driven ecosystems is expected to support Gas Malaysia’s continued growth and strategic direction in the evolving energy landscape. Azli’s appointment is seen as strengthening the company’s leadership as it advances its role in Malaysia’s energy sector and supports national infrastructure development goals. He takes over the role with immediate effect.

TYMBA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Ms. Seri Idawaty Mat Zain on her appointment as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) Malaysia. Recognised for her dedication and leadership, Ms. Seri Idawaty’s appointment marks a significant milestone for MICPA Malaysia as the organisation continues to strengthen the accounting profession and drive excellence within the industry. In a statement, TYMBA expressed confidence in Ms. Seri Idawaty’s leadership, noting that her appointment signals an exciting new chapter for MICPA Malaysia. “We warmly congratulate Ms. Seri Idawaty Mat Zain on this well-deserved appointment. Her leadership, expertise, and commitment to professional excellence will undoubtedly contribute to further elevating the accounting profession in Malaysia,” the statement said. As MICPA Malaysia continues to play a pivotal role in shaping accounting standards, talent development, and professional growth in the country, stakeholders are optimistic about the direction and progress the institution will achieve under Ms. Seri Idawaty’s stewardship. TYMBA also conveyed its best wishes to Ms. Seri Idawaty as she embarks on this new leadership journey, expressing confidence in the positive impact and meaningful contributions ahead. “Here’s to your continued success and the many great achievements to come,” TYMBA added.