AWANI Review: Power of Vulnerability - Why Openness Makes Better Leaders
Nick Jonsson, co-founder of Executives’ Global Network Malaysia and author of Executive Loneliness, explores the hidden struggles of leadership - loneliness and mental health. In conversation with Cynthia Ng, he reveals how embracing vulnerability and openness can transform leaders and organisations for the better.
Sat Nov 23 2024
AWANI Review: E-hailing: Bolt’s Game Plan to Grab Market Share
European e-hailing app Bolt has officially launched its services in the Klang Valley. Bolt Malaysia’s General Manager Afzan Lutfi shares the company’s plan to capture market share by offering an affordable, accessible alternative aimed at meeting the needs of both drivers and riders in Malaysia’s competitive e-hailing landscape.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Kiddocare: Transforming Childcare with Tech, Trust and Empowerment
On-demand platform Kiddocare is not only meeting the rising need for flexible childcare solutions but also empowering women by creating real job opportunities in a sector often viewed as informal. Founder and CEO Nadira Yusoff takes us through her exciting plans to launch childcare centres and expand regionally, all while striving to professionalise the childcare industry.
Sat Nov 02 2024
AWANI Review: Levelling The Playing Field for Boardroom Diversity
Selecting board candidates ideally should focus on merit, but the process often becomes subjective, with decision-makers gravitating toward those who resemble themselves. Kasturi Nathan, Risk Enterprise Leader at Deloitte, and Dr. Azura Shamuddin, a graduate of Deloitte's Board Ready Women program, shares insights on fostering inclusive boardrooms and enhancing transparency in recruitment.
Sat Oct 26 2024
Beyond the Score: How Alternative Data, AI are Opening Up New Doors for Credit Access
Credit scores are often misunderstood. Erick Hamburger, Group CEO of CTOS Digital Berhad, addresses these concerns and explains how alternative data - like telco payments and streaming subscriptions - and AI are transforming credit access, even for those lacking a traditional credit history.
Sat Oct 05 2024
AWANI Review: Industrial Intelligence: Powering the Sustainable Energy Transition
The future of sustainability isn't just about replacing fossil fuels with renewables. Shashank Luthra, Vice President for AVEVA in Southeast Asia, reveals how technologies like AI, data analytics, and industrial intelligence are enhancing energy efficiency - key to decarbonising the power sector.
Sat Sep 28 2024
AWANI Review: iMotorbike: Redefining Pre-Owned Motorcycle Market
Starting with a mission to enhance the pre-loved motorcycle market, iMotorbike has become a leader in Malaysia and is making significant strides in Vietnam. Founder and CEO Gil Carmo shares insights on how the platform plans to scale its business model, leveraging the vast growth potential across Southeast Asia and beyond.
Sat Sep 07 2024
AWANI Review: PayNet: Driving Malaysia's Cashless, Digital Future
In 2023, PayNet processed RM5.15 trillion in transactions—3.3 times Malaysia’s Real GDP. As Malaysia advances its cashless journey, Group CEO Farhan Ahmad discusses the future of digital payments and financial inclusion, impact of Gen AI on payments and preparing for evolving threats.
Sat Aug 24 2024
AWANI Review: Closing the gender leadership gap in higher education
Despite women increasingly outpacing men in higher education enrollment, they remain underrepresented in leadership roles. Prabha Sundram, Head of Education at the British Council Malaysia, examines this persistent gap, its impact, and strategies for universities to achieve true equity and inclusivity.
Sat Aug 10 2024
AWANI Review: Deemples: Golf Match-Ups Made Easy
Deemples is changing the game of golf by making it easier to connect with other players. Founder David Wong talks about how Malaysia’s biggest golf platform is set to go global, creating match-ups and making golf more accessible everywhere.
Sat Jul 20 2024
AWANI Review: Transforming Astro: From Legacy Pay TV to Digital, Streaming Champion
Astro is rapidly evolving into a leaner, more efficient model to tackle challenges in the pay TV industry. Group CEO Euan Smith highlights their focus on delivering top-notch content and leveraging technology to discover new revenue streams and win back customers.
Sat Jul 06 2024
Astro: Strategi kekal berdaya saing, pengenalan segmen perniagaan baharu
Langganan TV berbayar tradisional semakin menurun apabila penonton beralih ke perkhidmatan penstriman, fenomena yang jelas di seluruh dunia termasuk Malaysia. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan Astro, Euan Smith, membincangkan kesan trend ini terhadap pendapatan Astro dan strategi inovatif yang digunakan untuk kekal berdaya saing.
Wed Jul 03 2024
AWANI Review: Google's USD2 Billion Bet on Malaysia's Tech Future
Google pledged a USD2 billion investment in Malaysia's data and cloud infrastructure, including its second Southeast Asian data centre. Country Director Farhan Qureshi highlights the economic benefits and Malaysia's readiness to support tech giants' growth plans.
Sat Jun 22 2024
AWANI Review: Qarbotech: Photosynthesis Boost - The Farmer’s Game Changer?
Qarbotech is shaking up agritech with a product that boosts plant photosynthesis, resulting in higher crop yields for farmers. Founders Dr. Suraya Rashid and Chor Chee Hoe discuss what's driving the next big leap for the company.
Sat Jun 08 2024
AWANI Review: From Defense to Digital - Thales’ Evolution in Malaysia
With over 40 years in Malaysia, Thales has grown from a defense and aerospace expert to a digital transformation leader. CEO François-Xavier Boutes shares exciting opportunities in Malaysia and the push for localisation.
Tue Jun 04 2024