SOBA LAB Petaling Jaya

Panel Session 1: Moving Forward 2023: Boosting Economic Resilience

Discussion Topics:

• What would businesses like to see in Budget 2023 re-tabling?
• Is our economy sustainable amidst the threat of increasing inflation?
• Recession Predictions: Are we headed towards a recession and how can businesses weather it?

Moderator:

• David Lai, Head of Tax Advisory & Executive Director, Tax of BDO Tax Services Sdn Bhd

Speakers

• Yip How Nang, Head of SME Banking, RHB Bank Berhad
• Kuan Eu Jin, Chief Marketing Officer of PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Bernard Yap, Malaysia EY Private Tax Leader & Partner of Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd

Panel Session 2 : Trends Transforming the Retail Industry Outlook 2023

Discussion Topics:

• Direct to Consumer: Learn more about this global trend
• The Retail Apocalypse: from brick and mortar stores to online marketplaces - are they sustainable?
• Is E-Commerce the way to go to reach a wider customer base?

Moderator:

• Dato' Mike Loh, President of ASEAN Retail-Chain & Franchise Federation

Speakers

• Liew Kok Weng, Head of Business Innovation & Operations of Digi
• Datin Katherine Leong Hong Yin, Managing Director of SENZ Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd
• Nelson Liew, CEO & Co-Founder of Vanilla Mille Crepe Sdn Bhd

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SOBA LAB PENANG

Panel Session 1 : Improve business efficiency via Digital Finance transformation

Discussion Topics:

• The challenges & benefits of digital transformation in the finance world
• How digital finance transformation helps enhance overall productivity via innovative products and services, automated and standardisation of processes and enhanced customer experience

Moderator:

• Will Teh, Managing Director of Wybrant Consultancy | 2022 Local President of JCI Kulim

Speakers

• Yip How Nang, Head of SME Banking, RHB Bank Berhad
• Tan Lay Seong, President, Persatuan Usahawan Maju Malaysia (PUMM)
• Alen Yeoh, Managing Director of Big Academy Sdn Bhd | JCI Senator

Panel Session 2 : Accelerate your business growth through digitalisation

Discussion Topics:

• How digitalisation is enabling businesses to enhance business continuity
• The critical success factors for a successful digital transformation
• Benefits, costs and risks of digitalisation process
• The importance of employees’ upskilling & reskilling for a successful digitalisation journey

Moderator:

• Will Teh, Managing Director of Wybrant Consultancy | 2022 Local President of JCI Kulim

Speakers

• Thew Soon Kheng, Head of SME Direct Sales (Nationwide), Digi
• Kuan Eu Jin, Chief Marketing Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Poon Wai Kit, Managing Director of Goldsome Innovation Sdn Bhd

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SOBA LAB JOHOR BAHRU

Panel Session 1 : Adapt & evolve to build a more resilient supply chain

Discussion Topics:

• Top areas of focus and priorities in supply chain planning, sourcing and procurement
• Upcoming trends and changes in supply chain
• Supply chain priorities and challenges

Moderator:

• S. Jai Shankar, Sustainability Lead and Director of Oil & Gas, Chemical and Energy Section, MATRADE

Speakers

• Kuan Eu Jin, Chief Marketing Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Max Chua Kok Lim, Vice Chairman, PUMM (Johor State)
• Ashwindran Kumaran, Project Director, SJ Varied Sdn Bhd

Panel Session 2 : How to recession-proof your business with better cash flow management

Discussion Topics:

• Effective cash flow management will help your business withstand the impacts of economic recession and ensure you are in the best possible position for growth when global economies begin to recover
• PComprehensive spending and expense management
• How to manage irregular overhead cash flows

Moderator:

• S. Jai Shankar, Sustainability Lead and Director of Oil & Gas, Chemical and Energy Section, MATRADE

Speakers

• Don Teriady Bin Abd Jalil, Branch Manager, CGC Johor Bahru Branch
• Sim Ee Chiew, Head of SME Engagement, RHB Bank Berhad
• Sean Chia, Chief Executive Officer, KLC Education Group

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (BM)

Topic : SOBA LAB : #SOAR : Future of work: Reinventing the Digital Workspace

Discussion Topics:

• New Opportunities of Growth and Benefits from Innovative Digitalisation
• Successfully drive digital workplace strategies via cultural and organisational transformation to enhance employee satisfaction, collaborations and productivity
• Equip employees with the right skills and resources to benefit from technology to improve competencies and enhance overall performance results

Moderator:

• Hajah Mahuran Saro Dato' Haji Sariki, Vice President of Group Research, Development & Policy, And Malaysian Professional Talent, TalentCorp Malaysia

Speakers:

• Jamaluddin Abdullah, Director (Information Technology Section), MATRADE
• Yushida Husin, Chief Technology & Operations Officer, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad
• Jason Cheah, Chief Operating Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Zilhazran Md Hamzah, Squad Lead of SME Digital Banking, RHB Bank Berhad

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (ENG)

Topic : #SOAR : SOBA LAB : Building future business resilience through technology, partnerships & effective cash flow management

Discussion Topics:

• Reopening economy: How to reduce cash flow disruption & manage cash flows and liquidity effectively
• Strategies in building business resilience through digital transformation
• The accelerated digital shift: Invest in reskilling and upskilling
• Partnerships as key to driving long-term positive change across business and society
• Leverage on data analytics to take advantage of favorable terms in negotiations and payment strategies

Moderator:

• Mr. Koong Lin Loong, National Treasurer cum Chairman of SMEs Committee, ACCCIM

Speakers:

• Mr. Pang Kong Chek, Chief Financial Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Mr. Sim Ee Chiew, Head, SME Engagement, RHB Bank Berhad
• Pn. Sharifah Attashah Syed Ali, Vice President, Branch Sales Management, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (ENG)

Topic : #SOS: Bolstering the Digitalisation of SMEs

Discussion Topics:

• Leveraging on the right innovative strategies & technologies for your organisation
• Key components & aspects in going digital
• How digital reinvention transforms the way businesses bring together customers, data & processes
• How do you choose the right partner to enhance digital skills and resources
• How SMEs can future proof their businesses

Speakers:

• Rahim Raduan, Chief Corporate Officer, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC)
• Kevin Lee, Head of SME, Maxis Business
• Kuan Eu Jin, Chief Marketing Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Dev Raaj, Chief Digital Officer, RHB Bank Berhad
• George Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Innov8tif Solutions Sdn Bhd

Moderator:

• Stan Singh, Councillor, PIKOM

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (CHI)

#SOS: Surviving the Cash Flow Crisis & Planning Your Business Continuity

The session will address:

• Solutions in overcoming cash flow issues
• How one can identify and diversify non-core assets in managing cash flow
• Tips in Manoeuvring and adapting to change when business operations are disrupted
• How one can reset their priorities and strategies to remain sustainable
• Key strategies and components in a business continuity plan
• Recovery strategies to bounce back post-pandemic

Speakers:

• Koong Lin Loong, National Treasurer cum Chairman of SMEs Committee ACCCIM
• Kevin Lee, Head of SME, Maxis Business
• Pang Kong Check, Chief FInancial Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Yip How Nang, Head of SME Banking, RHB Bank Berhad
• Katherine Leong, Founder & Managing Director, SENZ Marketing (M) Sdn Bhd
• Dr Chong Tze Sheng, Director, Klinik Dr Chong Sdn Bhd
• Liang Foo Kuan, Managing Director Big Onion Food Caterer Sdn Bhd

Host:

• Chan Fong, 988FM DJ

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (ENG)

Topic : #SOS: Opportunities Amidst the Pandemic

The session will address:

• How can businesses identify, pivot and seize new opportunities
• Strategies to uncover valuable business opportunities through changes in the business environment and in societies
• Reimagine new business models in the “new norm”

Session 1

Speakers:

• Jenny Hoh, Vice President of SME Advisory and Marketing, Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad (CGC)
• Kevin Lee, Head of SME, Maxis Business
• Acid Yong, Founder of DooranDooran

Moderator:

• Khoo Hsu Chuang, Financial Journalist

Session 2

Speakers:

• Datuk Irwin SW Cheong, Co-Founder, Industries Unite
• Dato' Seri (Dr.) Michael Tio, Group Chief Executive and Managing Director, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Yip How Nang, Head of SME Banking, RHB Bank Berhad

Moderator:

• Khoo Hsu Chuang, Financial Journalist

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (BM)

Topic : #SOS : Kelangsungan Kehidupan dan Perniagaan - Ancaman atau Peluang? |
Is Your Business Under Threat?

*This webinar will be conducted in Bahasa Melayu*

Session 1
Kelangsungan Kehidupan - Ancaman atau Peluang? | Is Your Business Under Threat?

The session will address:

• Bagaimana PKS dapat mengekalkan perniagaan mereka ketika dalam masa sukar?
  How can SMEs sustain or maintain their business despite difficult circumstances?
• Bagaimana anda boleh memperkukuhkan perniagaan anda untuk mengharungi dunia pasca COVID-19?
  How to strengthen your business for a post-pandemic world?

Speakers:

• Mohamed Azman Mohamed Taufik, Senior Vice President, Bumiputera Development & Products, CGC
• Hirman Mohamad Soh, Head of SME Sales - Southern, Maxis
• Amirhamzah Karim, Vice President, Dewan Perniagaan Melayu Malaysia (DPMM)
• Dr. Hanafiah Yussof, Chief Executive Officer, Robopreneur Sdn Bhd

Host/Moderator:

• Nazrudin Rahman, TV Host

Session 2
Kelangsungan Perniagaan - Ancaman atau Peluang? | Is Your Business Under Threat?

The session will address:

• Jangkaan akan isu undang-undang yang mungkin dihadapi oleh PKS.
  Anticipating Legal Issues Facing SMEs
• Pakej Pemulihan Kerajaan
  Government Rescue Packages
• Meluaskan jaringan perniagaan anda dan teroka pasaran antarabangsa
  Expanding Your Business and Exploring the International Market

Speakers:

• Kuan Eu Jin, Chief Marketing Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Noor Hidayat bin Noordin, Regional Sales Head, SME, Group Retail Distribution, RHB Bank Berhad
• Amran Yem, Senior Director of Transformation & Digital Trade Division, MATRADE
• Dato’ Hajah Nor Haliza Bt Hussain, Chief Executive Officer, Haliza Industries Sdn Bhd

Host/Moderator:

• Nazrudin Rahman, TV Host

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SOBA LAB WEBINAR (ENG)

Topic : #SOS: How Budget 2022 Can Drive Your Business Forward

Session 1 :  How Budget 2022 Can Drive Your Business Forward

The session will address:

• SME portfolio financial restructuring
• How the Government’s 2022 budget can help you rebuild or drive your business forward
• Government’s focus in strengthening public healthcare, rebuilding socio-economic and economic resilience

Speakers:

• Datuk Dr. AT Kumararajah, Secretary General, MAICCI
• Jenny Hoh, Vice President of SME Advisory and Marketing, CGC
• Yip How Nang, Head of SME Banking, RHB Bank Berhad

Moderator:

• Naz Rahman, TV Host

Session 2 :  How Budget 2022 Can Drive Your Business Forward

The session will address:

• Strategies for effective budget planning 2022
• Reopening of all sectors - What’s next? Is this the right time to invest or expand your businesses?
• Government’s focus on enhancing digital infrastructure. How can SMEs benefit?

Speakers:

• Shirley Tay, President, MRCA
• Pang Kong Chek, Chief Financial Officer, PKT Logistics Group Sdn Bhd
• Kevin Lee, Head of SME, Maxis Business

Moderator:

• Naz Rahman, TV Host