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Leonard Chong: Setting New Benchmarks Beyond Borders
By: Leonard Chong, Country Manager, Procurri Malaysia
Manny Kaur, Country Manager, Weltrade Global
Success is elemental to leadership today, given the technological advancements and business trends boosting the economy and propelling growth. Hence, in the fast-paced world of online trading, one name that stands out as a beacon of leadership and innovation is Manny Kaur, the Country Manager of Weltrade Global, Malaysia. With a wealth of inimitable industry experience and a knack for driving operational excellence, Manny has steered Weltrade Global towards unprecedented growth and success in the region. Leading by example, not only she has proven herself to be a staunch leader, but is adept at navigating the ever-evolving landscape of online trade too. Her dynamic leadership approach, coupled with her sharp managerial skills, has been instrumental in propelling Weltrade Global to new heights of success.
Leonard Chong: Setting New Benchmarks Beyond Borders
By: Leonard Chong, Country Manager, Procurri Malaysia
Sustainability - The Key USP for Brands to Stay Ahead of Competitors
By: Marc Spiegel, Vice President, Robertshaw
Of late, customers are becoming increasingly cautious about the environment and prefer using eco-friendly products that are manufacturing using only sustainable practices.
Emerging Trends & Tech Advancements Reshaping the Malaysian Insurance Space
By: Puneet Pasricha, CEO, Liberty General Insurance Berhad
Driven by the digital transformation wave, the Malaysian insurance sector has been undergoing a significant digital transformation in recent times.
By: Djoni Herlambang, CTO, AEON CO. Malaysia BHD
For any company to have a successful transition from B2C e-Commerce to B2B, it should first change the way it handles the assortment of goods since it varies greatly in the two segments.
By: Alka Malik, MD & Founder, Ascentria
Educational leadership is about inspiring and empowering educators and students to reach their full potential, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
By: Mradul K., VP - Global Sales & Strategy, LogiNext
Mradul boasts of a 13-year long career during which he has been associated with companies such as Bajaj Alliance General Insurance.
By: Sujith Vasudevan, Managing Editor
According to the World Bank, Malaysia's economy is forecasted to grow an “underachieving” 4.3 percent in 2024 and 4.5 percent in 2025 supported by private consumption.
Top 10 Country Managers In Malaysia - 2024
Championing Progress In Malaysia
Country managers play a pivotal role in the success of multinational corporations operating in Malaysia. Their importance stems from their deep understanding of the local market, regulatory environment, and cultural nuances, which are crucial for navigating the complexities of the Malaysian business landscape. The role of country managers in Malaysia is indispensable. Their expertise in local market dynamics, regulatory compliance, strategic communication, and stakeholder relationship management significantly contributes to the successful localization and overall performance of multinational corporations in the region.
Driving Success, Empowering Malaysia
Country managers are essential for local market adaptation. They provide invaluable insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and trends unique to Malaysia. This local knowledge enables MNCs to tailor their products and marketing strategies to better resonate with Malaysian consumers, thereby enhancing market penetration and competitiveness. They facilitate compliance with local regulations. Malaysia has a distinct legal and regulatory framework, and staying compliant is essential for smooth operations. Country managers ensure that the company adheres to local laws, including taxation, labor laws, and environmental regulations, which mitigates the risk of legal issues and financial penalties. Moreover, country managers act as vital links between the headquarters and local operations. They communicate corporate objectives and strategies to the local team while also advocating for the local market’s needs and potential within the larger corporate structure. This bidirectional communication ensures that the global strategy is effectively implemented locally while also allowing local insights to inform broader corporate decisions. They play a critical role in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, business partners, and community leaders. These relationships are essential for fostering a favorable business environment and can lead to opportunities such as government contracts, joint ventures, and community support.
CEO Insights Asia in this issue presents a list of ‘Top 10 Country Managers In Malaysia - 2024' who have leveraged their extensive industry expertise and experience in offering effective skills to the market. The following list has been prepared after being closely scrutinized by a distinguished panel of judges including CXOs, analysts and our editorial board. We recognize their valuable contribution to the ever expanding and competitive market and their ability to sustain themselves and emerge as top contestants through their reliable knowledge.
Our subscribers play a decisive role in finalization of our annual list of "Top 10 Country Managers In Malaysia - 2024" by nominating those which have served them with excellence and are praiseworthy. If you feel there is a company that deserves to be on our annual list, do write to us about them mentioning their value proposition.
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Alric Manickam, Country Manager | AFP | With a wealth of experience in the media industry, also excels in forecasting, CRM, operations, B2B, event management, marketing, media relation, digital marketing and so on |
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Becky Jackson, Country Manager | Lovisa | A self-motivated and commercial individual with strong leadership, influencing and communication skills with expertise in all aspects of franchise and wholesale |
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Beena Pothen, Country Manager | Mastercard | She possesses her expertise in bringing solid business growth, leading go-tomarket launches as well as enhancing technology adoption and implementation |
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Hanxian Tegjeu, Country Manager | Kkday | With a proven track record in optimizing profit and loss (P&L) and building teams from the ground up, also excel in driving strategic growth and spearheading successful sales management initiatives |
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James Pickett, Country Manager | Adecco | Specializes in talent acquisition, new business development, vendor management, staff management, recruiting, CRM, HR, executive search and leadership |
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Jin-Ee Lee, Country Manager | Ceva Sante Animale | A visionary leader in the animal health sector with a decade of experience spanning technical expertise to strategic leadership, innovative solutions and strategic planning |
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Khedir Yaakub, Country Manager - Telecommunication | Numbase Group | His extensive industry experience and inspiring leadership qualities to take care of the firm's entire operations in the Southeast Asia market |
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Leonard Chong, Country Manager | Procurri Malaysia | Committed to driving it sustainability and fostering growth, he excels in building lasting customer relationships and expanding geographical reach across APAC |
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Manny Kaur, Country Manager | Weltrade Global | She is an expert industry leader leads global online trade business with sheer business knowledge, also proficient in business development and sales |
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Peter Lisney, Client Partner & Country Manager | Pedersen & Partners | His experience spans across Europe, Middle East and Asia and integrates many aspects of operational and organisational management and leadership solutions |
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