Fong Tuan Chen

Malaysian Institute of Accountants develops, supports and enhances the integrity, status and interests of the profession in Malaysia. It offers educational services to the members. The company is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) is a professional accounting body that has been developing the accounting profession in Malaysia for over five decades. The private company is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. MICPA was formerly known as the Malaysian Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA) and has been involved in the setting of accounting standards, including playing a technical advisory role for Malaysian regulatory bodies. MICPA has more than 3,200 members and over 500 registered candidates. The institute offers professional examinations and candidates will qualify for two professional memberships - Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Chartered Accountant (CA). MICPA's annual report provides detailed financial and operational information, and the institute also offers internship opportunities and sponsorships for candidates interested in pursuing the MICPA x CA ANZ qualifying programme. The MICPA student microsite aims to help interested students understand the world of accounting and the benefits of pursuing an accounting programme. Novie Tajuddin has been the CEO of the Malaysian company since 2018.

Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd. is a broker/dealer headquartered in Penang, Malaysia. The firm was founded in 1973 and is a subsidiary of Affin Bank Bhd. (KLSE: AFFIN). Affin Hwang Investment Bank delivers financial advice and execution to mid- to large-cap corporations, GLCs and wealth creators.

Sunway Group Bhd. provides real estate and construction services. The Malaysian company was founded by Fook Ling Cheah. Kok Seng Yau has been the CEO of the private company since 1992.

CIMB Foundation operates as non-profit organization for sustainable community benefits. It specializes in areas including community development, sports and education. The company was founded in November 2007 and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Bank Negara Malaysia provides banking services. It operates as a financial advisor to the government, a banker for currency issue and a holder of international reserves and safeguards the value of ringgit. The company was founded in January, 1959 and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

RAM Holdings is a leading provider of independent credit research and advisory services. Their forte is in the provision of unparalleled insights into the Malaysian bond market to help guide their clients’ decision making processes and also in other value-added services that complement their requirements. RAM Holdings (formerly known as Rating Agency Malaysia Berhad) was established in November 1990 as a catalyst for the domestic debt-capital market and as the nation’s first credit-rating agency. Their shareholders comprise both local and foreign financial institutions. On 1 July 2007, their rating operations were novated to a newly formed subsidiary, RAM Rating Services Berhad (“RAM Ratings”). Today, RAM Holdings spearheads the cultivation of new businesses and continues to provide training as well as economic research that promotes financial and credit expertise, in addition to soft skills. At RAM Holdings, they have three main subsidiaries that take care of their clients’ needs RAM Ratings and RAM Ratings (Lanka) Limited (which provide credit-rating services in their respective markets), and RAM Consultancy Services Sdn Bhd (which supplies innovative risk-management solutions as well as strategic business and advisory services). They also have 2 units within the holding company that furnish economic research and training services areas in which they possess more than a decade of experience. Through their solid infrastructure and diversity of skills, they are able to assign expert teams that provide in-depth analysis on the domestic debt-capital market to both issuers and investors as well as consultancy and business advisory services. As part of their initial ventures en route to their longer-term vision, RAM Holdings has established affiliations with internationally renowned Standard and Poor’s. They are also directly involved in other developing markets such as Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Kazakhstan. In the regional arena, RAM Holdings is a member of the Association of Credit Rating Agencies in Asia (or ACRAA). Furthermore, they provide technical assistance and training to Bangladesh’s Credit Rating Information and Services Limited (or CRISL). Through their presence in these international financial markets, RAM Holdings is able to keep their finger on the pulse of global developments and activities. As the nation’s premier credit-rating agency and provider of advisory services, they are well poised to provide guidance by furnishing insightful advise and service of exceptional quality, integrity and objectivity.

Ram Ratings (Lanka) Ltd. provides credit rating services and related credit and financial analytical services. The private company is based in Colombo, Sri Lanka. on January 21, 2014. Adrian D. Perera has been the CEO of the Sri Lankan company since 2009. Ram Ratings (Lanka was acquired by RAM Ratings (Lanka) Ltd. management from Ram Holdings Bhd.

KAF Investment Bank Bhd. operates as an investment bank. It deals with money market instruments and trading in debt securities. The firm also offers capital market advisory services such as fund raising via the issuance of private debt securities, equity and equity linked securities. The company was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

AHAM Asset Management Bhd. (AHAM Capital) is an independently managed, institutionally owned asset management ?rm headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The firm was founded in 2001 and formerly known as Affin Hwang Asset Management Bhd. AHAM Capital serves the wealth needs of corporates, institutions, pension funds, government-linked companies, high net worth individuals and the mass affluent.

Sunway City Bhd. operates as an investment holding company. The firm’s principal activities are the development of residential and commercial properties, operation of hotels, theme parks and related activities, rendering of recreational club facilities and operation of travel and tour business. The company headquarters in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants operates as an institute of chartered accountants. The company is headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand.

The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, also known as aicpa® & cima®, is a global organization with 689,000 members, students, and professionals. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has a global presence of subsidiaries in several regions. The British company advocates for the accounting and finance profession, as well as the public interest and business sustainability. Andrew Harding has been the CEO of the company since 2009.

Leighton Offshore Pte Ltd. engages in civil engineering activities. The company is headquartered in Singapore.

Sunway Construction Sdn. Bhd. provides industrial, commercial and civil construction and engineering services. It expertise in building, civil engineering, geotechnical solutions, M&E solutions, industrial building systems, machinery and logistics. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

Institute of Public Accountants Ltd. operates as a non-profit organization for accountants. It offers mentored experience program, diploma of accounting, and diploma of payroll services. The company was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia.

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. is a non-profit organization that grants the Certified Financial Planner? (CFP) certification. CFP professionals offers budgeting, tax management, and financial services. The company was founded in 1985 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.

Part of Boustead Heavy Industries Corp. The company is based in Shah, Malaysia. Bhd., Boustead Penang Shipyard Sdn. Bhd. engages in ship building, repair, and engineering services.

BIG Pharmacy Healthcare Sdn. The company is based in Shah Alam, Malaysia and has subsidiaries in Malaysia. Bhd. is a Malaysian company that offers a wide range of products, including organic food, supplements, rehabilitation supplies, and health & beauty categories. The company also provides customized services such as hearing aid testing and professional dietary advice from trained dietitians and nutritionists. It was founded in 2006 by Meng Chuan Lee and Sin Yin Lim.

Creador Sdn. Bhd. (Creador) is a private equity firm founded in 2011 by Brahmal Vasudevan. The firm is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.