ET Tan, appointed to Board Member of MIMOS, Malaysia's national applied research and development centre under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, has worked with global tech giants in innovation strategy and product development and commercialisation for 35 years in Silicon Valley, United Kingdom and other countries. Since coming back to Malaysia under TalentCorp's Returning Expert Programme, he has served in various leadership roles including Vice President of Strategic Management at Silterra, CEO of Penang Skills Development Centre and Chief Operating Officer at Putra Business School. He also led an optics startup in Singapore, an online marketplace in Beijing, and served as an advisor to startups and social enterprises at Stanford, NUS Enterprise, NTU, and SMU in Singapore.

As CEO of ET Partners, he now focusses his energies in working with organisations build technology roadmaps, growing the local industry ecosystem and writing thought-provoking articles to educate people on what needs to be done to capitalise on Malaysia's potential as a semiconductor hub. Mr Tan holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Imperial College London and an MBA from Cranfield School of Management.

With over two decades in the industry, she has expertise in materials engineering, quality assurance, and project management. Before joining STMicroelectronics, she held roles at Texas Instruments, where she directed quality assurance efforts focused on defect reduction and customer satisfaction, and at National Semiconductor and Infineon Technologies, where she led project management and product engineering teams.

Susan holds an MBA from Edith Cowan University and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from the University of Malaya. Her career is distinguished by a commitment to quality, innovation in materials engineering, and effective project execution.

Mr. Davis Chong is the President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (MPIA), the national organization representing the Malaysian solar industry. He oversees all of MPIA’s activities including government affairs, research, communications, and industry leadership, and is focused on creating a marketplace where solar will constitute a significant percentage of Malaysia’s energy generation.

Davis has been actively involved in contributing ideas and strategic planning for the solar industry in Malaysia including initiatives such as the Feed-in-Tariff, Net Energy Metering, Large Scale Solar program along with other future development. As a passionate and successful leader with profound knowledge of clean energy development, Davis, together with his committee members are continuously driving the growth of the solar power industry in Malaysia.

He is also the Group Chief Executive Officer and one of the founding members of Solarvest Holdings Berhad. Under his stewardship together with the co-founders, the Company has grown leaps and bounds in the industry into a leading specialist in clean energy

Mr. Gary Leong has been a dedicated member of the ViTrox Corporation Berhad team in Malaysia for over a decade. His passion lies in elevating Malaysia's manufacturing sector to global competitiveness through embracing Industry 4.0 innovations. With rich career spanning 24 years, including a significant seven-year tenure in Shanghai, China, Gary has developed a broad skill set in international sales and marketing, product development, and team leadership. He currently leads the Analytics Intelligence Solutions business unit and oversees Corporate Marketing at ViTrox. Furthering his commitment to growth and learning, Gary is also pursuing DBA studies at Asia e University.

Dominic specializes in advanced packaging technologies such as Fan-Out Panel Level Packaging (FOPLP), Flip Chip, BGA, and System-in-Package (SiP) modules. His expertise spans long-term packaging development, assembly processes, and manufacturability improvements.
Dominic has held multiple leadership roles at NXP, Freescale Semiconductor, and Motorola Semiconductor Malaysia, managing teams across global sites. His contributions include pioneering work in wafer-level packaging and Redistributed Chip Packaging (RCP), as well as driving new product introductions and manufacturing efficiency. He holds a Master’s degree in Quality and Productivity Improvement from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.

A hands-on senior leader with +25 years of experience in leading and directing teams supporting strategically driven initiatives across various industries (i.e. Semiconductor, Data Storage, Injection Molding, Polymer, Rubber, and Maritime). Board of Directors (BoD) alignment, overseeing greenfield/brownfield-related investments of more than RM100mil, strategic purchases of equipment leading to increased capacity and capability, headed the Engineering department in development and production support contributing to the Profit and Loss (P&L) for the Business Unit, led New Product Development (NPI/NPD), and Legacy line transfers of varying scale and complexity. In recent years, led Proof of Concept (POC) or Pilot Studies on Sustainability and Artificial Intelligence (AI)-related projects resulting in emissions reduction and sustainable performance. Proven track record of combining operational, engineering, project management, and leadership abilities that align business and strategic objectives to meet customers’ and shareholders’ expectations.

Managed project and engineering to resolve engineering and manufacturing issues. Practiced Value Engineering for facilitation work with up to 18% cost reduction. Led cost savings efforts of up to $250K/year by setting up an internal capability instead of relying on 3rd party supplier(s).

Led New Product Development (NPI/NPD), Greenfield/Brownfield Projects, and Legacy line transfers of varying scale and complexity. Ability to multitask and manage several complex issues in a fast-paced environment. Successfully delivered a key project worth US$10mil and got recognition from the Executive Leadership Team as it met Corporate KPI.

Extensive experience serving as the liaison between technology developers and product designers in the US and plants in Asia. Led key transfers from the US, Japan, and Korea to Malaysia whilst practicing Lean Six Sigma values. This led to Gross Margin improvements, Strategic Alliances with manufacturing and Supply Partners, and closer proximity with key customers in the region.

Mohd Zamir bin Pakhuruddin is the Director and Associate Professor at Institute of
Nano Optoelectronics Research and Technology (INOR), Universiti Sains Malaysia
(USM). As an academic research institute, INOR focuses on the front-end of the
semiconductor value chain; particularly on epitaxy and fabrication processes of wide
bandgap III-nitride materials (such as gallium nitride; GaN) for optoelectronics and
advanced semiconductor devices. Dr. Zamir obtained his PhD in Photovoltaic
Engineering from University of New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney, Australia. He
teaches courses related to semiconductor physics and device fabrication at School of
Physics USM for BSc and MSc programs.

Before joining academia, he was a Senior Photolithography Engineer at SilTerra
Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. and Senior R&D Engineer of Sputtering at Fuji Electric Malaysia
Sdn. Bhd. for 8 years. He is a Professional Technologist (Ts.) in Green Technology,
awarded by Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). Besides, he is a certified trainer
under HRD Corporation, and has provided several trainings related to solar cell device
physics to more 200 managers and engineers of First Solar, Maxeon Solar Technologies
(SunPower Malaysia) and Hanwha Q Cells in 2023 and 2024. His current research
focuses on development of high-efficiency tandem III-nitrides/silicon solar cells for
emerging applications.

As the Country Manager for Malaysia at IPC International Inc., Dr. Ranee Ramya plays an
instrumental role in leading the company’s strategic growth, strengthening partnerships, and enhancing IPC’s market presence throughout Malaysia. IPC International Inc., a leader in global standards and certification for the electronics industry, supports technological advancement through standards development, workforce training, and advocacy, empowering manufacturers, and suppliers to enhance quality, innovation, and sustainability across electronics supply chains.

Prior to joining IPC, Dr. Ranee served as Head of Sales Strategic Planning at Kulim Hi-Tech Park, where she was instrumental in securing billions in direct investments, attracting top-tier manufacturing corporations and reinforcing the Northern Region of Malaysia as a premier high- tech investment destination. Her track record of securing strategic partnerships, coupled with her commitment to talent development, contributed to Kulim Hi-Tech Park’s reputation as a critical hub for innovation and industry growth.

Dr. Ranee’s academic and professional background reflects her deep expertise in international business. She holds a PhD in International Business and an MBA from Universiti Sains Malaysia, along with a Bachelor’s degree in Business; Management from the University of Sunderland, UK. She further enhanced her credentials with a professional certification in Effective Investment Facilitation and Sustainable Development from the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) in Italy, equipping her with global perspectives on sustainable investment.

Aligned with IPC’s mission to elevate standards in the global electronics industry, Dr. Ranee is committed to developing a highly skilled workforce and positioning Malaysia as a leading technology hub. Her vision and leadership play a vital role in driving Malaysia’s economic potential, advancing local capabilities, and ensuring its competitiveness on the world stage.

With over 30 years of experience spanning multinational corporations, public sector organizations, and academia. He has previously held leadership roles in HR, organizational development, and human capital strategy at SilTerra Malaysia and Exel Logistics.

Dr. Murugappan’s expertise includes evidence-based management, people analytics, total rewards strategy, and human capital financial statements (HCFS). A recognized thought leader, he has authored multiple publications and conducted research on digital transformation leadership, skills based economies, and HR’s role in ESG frameworks.

An educator at heart, he has lectured in MBA programs and delivered numerous training programs on leadership and strategic HR practices. His academic credentials include a PhD in Digital Transformation Leadership from Asia Pacific University, an MBA in Accounting and Finance, and a Bachelor of Commerce. Additionally, he holds certifications in talent economics, Scrum methodologies, and strategic HR competencies. Dr. Murugappan’s work is characterized by a forward-thinking approach to aligning human capital with organizational vision, delivering
measurable value to stakeholder.

Angel Low is the General Manager of Advanced Semiconductor Academy of Malaysia (ASEM), a groundbreaking initiative co-created by The Hive Southeast Asia, a recipient of the Dana Penjana Nasional Program, and the Selangor Information Technology & Digital Economy Corporation (SIDEC). ASEM is dedicated to build talents for IC design and advanced manufacturing. At ASEM, Angel oversees key functions including:

• Spearheading ASEM as a dynamic platform R&D lab, focused on incubating and accelerating IC Designs for technological innovation.
• Collaborating with top technology institutes regionally and thought leaders to provide robust support and pioneering solutions.
• Leading talent development efforts, with a specialization in IC Design and Advanced Processes training for engineers.

Prior to her role at ASEM, Angel served as a principal at The Hive Southeast Asia, a $50MM fund dedicated to Seed stage technology companies in Malaysia, backed by the Ministry of Finance (PENJANA Kapital) Malaysia and conglomerates such as Boustead Holdings and Segi Holdings. Angel's role also encompasses various strategic responsibilities, including fundraising from High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) and Institutional Funds, managing Limited Partners (LP), business development (BD), portfolio value addition and hosting one of the largest summits in Kuala Lumpur, The Hive SEA Summit 2023.

Dr. Hezri Adnan is a prominent sustainability expert with a career spanning policy research, public administration, and corporate advisory. He currently serves as the Director of Group Sustainability at Bursa Malaysia Berhad. Previously, he was the CEO of the Langkawi Development Authority and Executive Director of the Malaysian Institute of Economic Research.

Dr. Hezri’s global influence includes serving on the United Nations International Resource Panel (2015-2018) and advising organizations like UNDP, UNESCAP, and the Asian Development Bank. He has also been an Independent Advisor to Petronas Chemicals Group and held advisory roles with the Malaysian government.

Professional Technologist
Malaysia Board of Technologists

Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Investment Development
Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

Director of Electrical & Electronics, ICT and Machinery & Equipment Section
Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)