Annual Report 2009

Tan Sri Datuk Seri (DR) Mazlan Bin Lazim

Tan Sri Datuk Seri (DR) Mazlan Bin Lazim, a Malaysian, aged 62, was appointed to the Board of the Company as a Chairman/Independent Non-Executive Director, Nomination Committee, Remuneration Committee and Audit Committee on 29 August 2022.

 

Tan Sri Datuk Seri (DR) Mazlan Bin Lazim has held a long and distinguished career with Polis Di Raja Malaysia (PDRM - Royal Malaysian Police), rising through the ranks. Now retired from PDRM, he most recently served as the Deputy Inspector-General of Police of Malaysia (DIG) from June to December 2021 under Inspector-General (IGP) Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani.

 

Tan Sri Datuk Seri (DR) Mazlan Bin Lazim also held the position of Director of the Bukit Aman Logistics & Technology Department at PDRM and had stints as police chief for Kelantan and Kuala Lumpur.

 

He currently sits on the Board of PRG Holdings Berhad, Computer Forms (Malaysia) Berhad, and Rapid Synergy Berhad as Independent Non-Executive Director.

Mr. Thevanaigam Rajan Chitty

Mr. Thevanaigam Rajan Chitty, a Malaysian aged 67, was appointed to the Board of the Company as an Independent Non-Executive Director, Audit Committee - Chairman and Nomination Committee on 23 March 2022.


Mr. Thevanaigam Rajan Chitty is a Member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) and Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) UK, Mr. Rajan Chitty is a finance and corporate strategy professional with extensive experience in all aspects of corporate finance at senior level across various industry sectors, particularly plantations and automotive. His career began in 1980 with Golden Hope Plantations Berhad (formerly Harrisons & Crosfield) where he progressed to become Group Financial Accountant. In 1992, he joined G Team Consultants Sdn Bhd as Manager, Corporate Affairs, and was involved in a reverse takeover exercise.

 

In 1994, he joined Perusahaan Otomobil Kedua Sdn Bhd – Perodua – initially as General Manager, Corporate Planning & Finance, handling the responsibilities of Group CFO. He was closely involved in the restructure of Perodua with the Japanese partners gaining 51% equity and control in Perodua’s manufacturing arm. On completion of the exercise in December 2001, he was appointed to the Board of the newly established JV companies and designated as Executive Director.


In 2008, he joined Johnson Controls Automotive Holdings / Adient Malaysia as General Manager / Managing Director, working to revive the company’s performance and achieving a return to profitability through operational improvements and efficiencies. Between 2012 and 2021, he took on several roles in the India Southeast Asia and Asia Pacific regions, focusing on the commercial and strategic planning aspects of the business to expand and strengthen the footprint of the organisation.

 

Mr. Thevanaigam Rajan Chitty does not hold any directorship in other public companies.

Mr. Danny Hoe Kam Thong

Mr. Danny Hoe Kam Thong, a Malaysian, aged 56, was appointed to the Board of the Company as an Independent Non-Executive Director, Audit Committee and Nomination Committee - Chairman on 28 August 2022.

 

Mr. Danny Hoe Kam Thong began his career with Ernst & Young, where he worked for a period of 14 years in a number of positions, including a secondment to the firm’s New York office, as well as rising to Principal for Audit & Advisory Services. In 2001, he joined Kellogg Asia Sdn Bhd as Financial & Reporting Manager, and was closely involved in the merger of Kellogg South East Asia and its Greater China business. A year later, he began a long association with the Interflour Group, one of the largest flour milling conglomerates in the Asia Pacific region. As Group Chief Financial Officer, he contributed to the turnaround of the business which saw substantial growth in volume and market share.

 

In August 2011, he relocated to Vietnam as Chief Executive Officer & Country Head of Interflour Vietnam Ltd, taking the flour business to record performance in 2013 and 2014. From 2015 to 2018, still based in Vietnam, he was appointed as Executive Director - Asean at Pilmico Foods Corporation, Philippines, with the remit to transform the traditional family business into a regional organisation.


After a short stint back in Malaysia with Tradewinds Plantations Berhad as senior consultant on a national grain purchasing, storage and management project for the Government of Malaysia, he rejoined the Interflour Group, this time as Chief Executive Officer & Country Head of its Turkey operations.

 

Mr. Danny Hoe Kam Thong is also Independent Non-Executive Director for Kumpulan FIMA Berhad and Omesti Berhad.

Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong

Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong, a Malaysian, aged 60, was appointed to the Board of the Company Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) on 21 March 2024.

 

Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong graduated with a Master of Business administration from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Computer) from McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.

 

Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong began his career in 1990, coordinating the development in corporate and annual strategic plans for Leisure Holidays Group of Companies.


From 1992 to 1998, Dato’ Sri Chee Hong Leong ventured into various businesses in the property development sector where he held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Canary Homes Sdn Bhd and Canary Infoport Sdn Bhd. He subsequently joined Tanco Resort Berhad where, from 1998 to 2002, he held various positions from General Manager rising to Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer.


In March 2003, he joined M & A Equity Holdings Berhad (formerly known as SYF Resources Bhd), a furniture, boards and property development firm, initially as a member of the Board of Directors and was subsequently appointed as Executive Director in 2011 till todate. He also currently sits on the Board of Hextar Industries Berhad as Independent Non-Executive Director and Microlink Solutions Berhad as Non-Independent Non-Executive Director.

Mr. Low Kheng Lun

Mr. Low Kheng Lun, a Malaysian, aged 37, was appointed to the Board of the Company as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director on 31 October 2011.

 

Mr. Low Kheng Lun worked as a Graduate Engineer in Buildings and Infrastructure Department in Scott Wilson PLC, London, UK from 2008 to 2009 and was an IT Advisory Associate in KPMG. He is currently a Director of Low Chee Group Sdn. Bhd.

 

Mr. Low Kheng Lun is the son of Dato’ Low Tuck Choy, a major shareholder of the Company and Datin Chan Bee Leng, a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and major shareholder of the Company.

 

Mr. Low Kheng Lun does not hold any directorship in other public companies.

Dato’ Wong Kit-Leong

Dato’ Wong Kit-Leong, a Malaysian, aged 52, was appointed to the Board of the Company as an Executive Director on 12 August 2010, to manage the financial and corporate restructuring of the Group. On 24 April 2014, Dato’ Wong was re-designated as the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of the Company. Subsequently, Dato’ Wong was re-designated to Executive Director on 21 March 2024.


Dato’ Wong Kit-Leong began his career with Citibank Malaysia in 1995 before moving to Abric Berhad in 1999. During his tenure in Abric Berhad up to 2007, he served as Executive Director/Chief Operating Officer.

 

Dato’ Wong Kit-Leong does not hold any directorship in other public companies.

Datin Chan Bee Leng

Datin Chan Bee Leng, a Malaysian, aged 63, was appointed to the Board of the Company as a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director on 31 October 2011.

 

Datin Chan Bee Leng was a Finance Manager in Brisdale Sdn. Bhd. (a subsidiary of developer Perwira Indra Sakti Sdn. Bhd.) from 1990 to 1996 and a Director of Tepat Concrete Sdn. Bhd. from 2000 to 2006. She subsequently joined Bukit Jalil Development Sdn. Bhd. as a Consultant from 2006 to 2008.

 

Datin Chan Bee Leng is a major shareholder of the Company. She is also the spouse of Dato’ Low Tuck Choy, a major shareholder of the Company and mother to Mr. Low Kheng Lun, a Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and major shareholder of the Company.

 

Datin Chan does not hold any directorship in other public companies.

Dato’ Wong Gian Kui

Dato’ Wong Gian Kui, a Malaysian, aged 64, was appointed to the Board of the Company as an Executive Director on 21st August 2017 and Executive Committee.

 

An accountant by profession, Dato’ Wong Gian Kui worked for Harun, Oh and Wong, Chartered Accountants and the Malaysian member firm of Horwath International from 1981 to 1990, and Stoy Hayward London, Chartered Accountants, the UK member firm of Horwath International from 1990 to 1991. He qualified as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in 1984 and has been a member of MICPA since 1985 and a member of MIA since 1988. 

 

Dato’ Wong Gian Kui is also the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Insas Berhad and Executive Director of Inari Amertron Berhad and DIVFex Berhad (Formerly known as Diversified Gateway Solutions Berhad).

Laman Iskandaria, Kulai

A 429-acre development, Laman Iskandaria is a master planned community comprising of landed residences and commercial shoplots. The contemporary and innovative design feature incorporating natural surrounding amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.


First phase launch of the 99.83 acres of Laman Iskandaria, Nadira Residensi, 2 storey terrace house, targeted at the affordable housing segment to meet the growing demand for this housing in the vicinity and The SouQ, 2 storey shoplots will be the commercial units to cater the residents. This promising development brings you an ultimate experience in serenity, joy and harmonious lifestyle with plentiful opportunities for all.


Phase 1A & 1B
From 1,429 – 1,569 sqft
From RM332,000 onwards.

The Crown, Kota Kinabalu

Standing tall next to the best neighbours, The Crown is on the last parcel of land in the most desirable part of Kota Kinabalu, with a host of amenities like entertainment outlets, shops and hospitals. Its finest neighbour is the Crowne Plaza Hotel-a five-star hotel with a sterling reputation throughout the world and a welcome addition to the Kota Kinabalu hospitality scene.


From 394 – 4,852 sq ft
From RM499,000 onwards.

Flex Sovo, Bukit Jalil

Exquisitely crafted with indelible class. A prestigious development with leading modern design and contemporary architecture. Strategically located in the Southern Gateway of Kuala Lumpur, Bukit Jalil City with excellent connectivity via major highway networks and public amenities such as Pavilion Bukit Jalil Megamall, Bukit Jalil Park, and National Sport Centre will be the epicentre of new vibrant Suburban Township.


From 376 - 591 sqft
From RM 404,200 onwards