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.

Mr. Mazlan Mokhtar has been with the Malaysian Investment Development Authority
(MIDA) since 2003, starting as an Assistant Director in the Electronics Industry Division.
He later served as Deputy Director at MIDA New York for four years, promoting Malaysia to global companies. Upon returning, he took on key roles in the R&D and Design Division and the Oil & Gas and Maritime Technology Division.

Currently, he is the Director of the Electrical & Electronics Division, where he drives industry growth and investment.

Mr. Mazlan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Engineering (Instrumentation) from
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), equipping him with strong technical and leadership skills.

Ginie Lim Siew Lin was formerly a Member of the Malacca State Executive Council (EXCO) from May 2018 to March 2020 and Member of the Malacca State Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Machap Jaya from May 2018 to November 2021.

In July 2023, Ginie Lim Siew Lin was invited to join Invest Melaka, the state's investment promotion agency, as its Chief Executive Officer, under the leadership of Chief Minister Datuk Seri Utama Ab Rauf Yusoh.

Ginie Lim Siew Lin have 20 years of experience in communication, media relations and public policy since graduated from University Science of Malaysia in 2004. In 2010, Ginie Lim Siew Lin accepted the offer by Chevening Scholership to further study in MA Poverty and Development at the Institute of Development Studies, University of Sussex, England.

Ginie Lim Siew Lin administrative experience and business networks support the works in promoting Melaka state's investment where Invest Melaka is given the mandate by the state government as the first-point-of-contact for investors via the fast lane of Melaka Industrial Booster

Dr. David Lacey is currently the Director of Advanced Development & Services, R&D at Osram Opto Semiconductors (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, part of the ams OSRAM group. He has been with the company for over 19 years, contributing significantly to the research and development of both organic and inorganic semiconductor lighting solutions. Dr. Lacey has played pivotal roles across multiple regions, including Germany, the USA, and Malaysia, in various leadership capacities spanning engineering, manufacturing, and business.

He holds a PhD in Chemistry and Materials Science from the University of Sussex, where he specialized in ultraviolet microscopy. Prior to joining Osram, he worked in organic electronics at Cambridge Display Technology (CDT), a spin-off from the University of Cambridge, where he was instrumental in the company’s rapid growth and eventual IPO.

Dr. Lacey has a strong focus on innovation and has contributed extensively to the field of LED technologies, particularly in high-efficiency lighting. His work spans various applications, including street lighting, industrial solid-state lighting, and the development of advanced encapsulation methods for LEDs.

In addition to his corporate role, Dr. Lacey is actively involved in Malaysia’s R&D ecosystem. He serves as a board member of CREST (Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science, and Technology) , President of The Free Industrial Zone, Penang Companies' Association (FREPENCA) and President of Semiconductor Fabrication Association of Malaysia

~ EDUCATION ~

Bachelor of Science, Physics. University of Malaya

Master of Business Administration, Edith Cowan University

~ EXPERIENCE ~

> 20 years of broad experience in semiconductor. Key experiences include,

Wafer Sorting

New Product and New Package Development & Introduction

Quality, Reliability, 5S

Merging & Acquisition System and Process Integration

~ Current Role ~

Group VP – Central Materials Engineering

Strategic material technical sourcing encompasses front-to-back
manufacturing materials, aligning to company innovation, technology
and manufacturing roadmap.

Global materials effectiveness and efficiency.

Holistically manage materials risk through structured risk model.

Materials cost leadership.

Materials sustainability & compliancy.

~ VALUE ~

Integrity & Growth

J-Wing Teh is a Director of Silicon Design Engineering at AMD, specializing in advanced semiconductor design. His role focuses on driving innovations in IP and SoC silicon design and verification, with a strong emphasis on optimizing performance and efficiency in AMD’s products. With significant experience in IC design, J-Wing Teh is highly regarded in the semiconductor industry for his contributions to advancing technology in high-performance computing and graphics. He plays a key role in the development of AMD’s product for future technologies.

Dominic specializes in advanced packaging technologies with focus on Fan-Out Panel and Wafer Level Packaging (FO-PLP/WLP), System-in-Package (SiP) modules and Flip Chip. With 25 years of experience, his expertise includes long-term packaging development, assembly process development and sustenance, equipment engineering and manufacturing operations management.

Dominic has held multiple leadership roles locally and abroad at NXP Semiconductors, Freescale Semiconductor, and Motorola Semiconductor Products Sector managing development, sustaining engineering and manufacturing teams across global sites. His contributions include pioneering work from packaging development to manufacturing in Fan-Out Wafer Level Packaging/Redistributed Chip Packaging (FOWLP-RCP) and Multi-Array Plastic Ball Grid Array (MAPBGA) as well as driving New Product/Technology Introductions and first-time-right manufacturing for Flip Chip and System-in-Package (SiP) modules. He is currently working on FO-PLP long term innovation and advance process technology introduction for automotive related semiconductor packages. 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.

With a career spanning over 19 years in the Electronics and Electrical (E&E) industry, holding the position of Marketing Director at NSW Automation Sdn. Bhd in Penang, Malaysia.
Professional journey began humbly as a Mechanical Design Engineer in the automation equipment manufacturing sector, evolving over time to specialize in fluid dispensing equipment
Invention and solution provision. Playing pivotal entrepreneurial roles and actively engaging with dispensing equipment businesses on a global scale.

Liong Chian Min is the Managing Director of Renesas Electronics Penang, responsible for developing and executing Renesas business strategies. He comes with more than 25 years of working experience in semiconductor industry, which has given him both breadth and depth of understanding for the industry and the ability to connect business plans with corporate goals.

He works closely with Operations and Supply Chain Management teams to oversee and streamline the flow of production & meet revenue target.

Prior to this role, he was the Finance Director, who led the company to be successfully awarded Principal Hub status and also led Facilities Department that was involved in Sustainability initiatives. Before joining Renesas, he was the Site Financial Controller of HGST Technologies Malaysia and Finance Manager of SilTerra Malaysia.

His exposures in different semiconductor organizations have also shaped his expertise in the areas of cross-functional partnership and strategic operational decisions.

He is also appointed as an industry partner in Program Advisory Committee for Peninsula College Georgetown.

Born and bred in Penang, he was a recipient of JPA Full Scholarship and graduated with First Class Honors degree of Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Birmingham, UK.
He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA).

Dr Lee has a PhD in Engineering and System Science. His expertise is on nano science, thin-film analysis (semiconductor applications), thermoelectric material, PLD and low temperature physics research. He has multiple years of experience in providing experimental consultancy and data analysis guidance using X-ray diffraction and X-ray fluorescence to numerous research realms. These include quantum-material, superconductor, magnetic thin film, nano-bio materials and more. Dr Lee has conducted research using powder, thin film, single crystal X-ray diffraction and is well versed in Rietveld refinement, elemental composition analysis, grain size and residual stress research. Prior to joining Malvern Panalytical, he worked in the Institute of Physics at Academia Sinica for close to 13 years, with a specialisation in semiconductor applications. He took on various roles as an X-ray analysis laboratory manager and postdoctoral fellow.

Eric Lee serves as the President of the Sales Group at Scientech Corp. He has been with Scientech Corp. since 2004. Before joining Scientech, Eric worked at UMC Taiwan and UMC Singapore from 1995 to 2004.
In addition to his role at Scientech, Eric is a part-time professor in the Advanced Packaging Master Program at National Taiwan University of Science and Technology. He also serves as a member of the SEMI Taiwan Advanced Packaging Committee and as a director of the Taiwan Electronic Equipment Industry Association.

MK Koh brings over 20 years of expertise in manufacturing IT, specializing in smart manufacturing, CIM/MES, and cross-industry automation solutions. As the former Head of IBM GBS (Global Business Services) for AP/SEA, he played a pivotal role in semiconductor-focused initiatives. He has led multiple large-scale CIM and automation integration projects exceeding $10 million, working with industry leaders such as SEH, Soitec, ASE, and GlobalFoundries.
MK holds an MBA with honors from the Maastricht School of Management, majoring in IT management, and a BS in Computer Science and Statistics from Campbell University.

Education:

• Ph.D

Experience:

• 25 years in semiconductor industry
• Published 69 technical papers and 4 journals
• Owns 23 filed and 11 issued patents

Biography:
Dr. Eu Poh Leng has been with Motorola/Freescale/NXP Semiconductors Malaysia for 25 years and has been very actively involved in the development and introduction of new technology and new product in internal and external factories.  She currently leads a team of engineers and site managers, who drive all NTI/NPI development of NXP products with various OSATs around the globe.

She has published 69 technical papers and 4 journals externally and owns 23 filed and 11 issued patents. She is recognized as one of the Notable Inventors in NXP.

Dr. Eu is also Vice Chair of IEEE-EPS for Malaysia Chapter from Y2021-2022.

With over a decade of experience in dispensing solutions and automation system integration within the semiconductor industry, Desmond Pan has established a strong reputation for driving innovation and enhancing operational efficiency. Currently serving as the Technical Specialist in Dispensing Solutions and Automation Integration at Kulicke & Soffa (K&S), Desmond plays a key role in delivering cutting-edge technical solutions for the dispensing market. He collaborates with users to optimize manufacturing processes, boost yields, and develop innovative strategies that elevate user experiences. By harnessing the power of automation, he reduces reliance on manual operations, ensuring seamless, scalable, and efficient systems. Desmond’s extensive work with diverse teams across Southeast Asia has deepened his understanding of regional market dynamics and cultural intricacies, strengthening his adaptability and interpersonal skills. A holder of a master’s degree in business administration from Wawasan Open University (WOU), Desmond effectively combines his technical expertise with strong business acumen. This unique skill set enables him to craft automation solutions that are both technically robust and strategically aligned with industry demands

With over 20 years of extensive experience in wire bonding, Melvin has established himself as a leading expert in the field. Joining Kulicke & Soffa (K&S) in 2005, he began his career as a Customer Support Engineer (CSE), where he developed deep technical expertise in wire bonding technologies. Currently, he serves as a Technical Solution Manager, specializing in Ball Bonders, Wafer Level Bonders, and Capillaries, demonstrating his commitment to delivering innovative solutions and driving industry excellence. Melvin plays a pivotal role in driving technical solutions and innovation across Malaysia, Thailand, and India. His expertise spans all wire bonding packages, including wafer-level bonding, with a deep focus on ball bonding and capillary technologies. Through his commitment to excellence and seasoned technical acumen, Melvin continues to deliver optimal solutions for clients, strengthen partnerships, and uphold K&S as a leader in the industry

Kee Sim is the Manufacturing (MFG) Chief Engineer for FPGA & Test Foundry Office at Altera, with nearly 20 years in Product Development Engineering (PDE). From debugging first silicon to optimizing test strategies, he has extensive experience in delivering efficient, high-performance solutions.

At Altera, Kee Sim leads a team focused on test manufacturing solutions across DFT, automation, SLT, OSAT, burn-in, and pattern conversion tools to enhance engineering efficiency, accelerate time-to-market, and improve margins. His expertise spans IPU, 5G, and Data Centers, ensuring FPGA technology works effectively and profitably.

Kee Sim is also skilled in cost optimization, cross-functional collaboration, and balancing business and technical details to create solutions that align with organizational goals and drive results.
His technical acumen and leadership have been critical in driving product health improvements and aligning engineering efforts with business objectives.

Dr. Angie See Tien Ng is an AI Principal Engineer and Technical Director from Intel CCG ECG Customer Engineering, who is the pioneer for Cloud based Remote Debug (CBRD) for OEM/ODM, System Cloud for University and spearheaded AI Virtual Agent for Post silicon validation and customer service. She has been in Intel for 16 years and in the industry for 28 years including IQ Group, Altera, Intel. Her career includes R&D electronics design, RF designer, FPGA IC characterization, Electrical Validation, Functional Safety, IOT Customers Enabling and Design-In. Angie is always passionate in innovation and is honoured with Distinguished Invention Award by Intel. She graduated from Campbell University with BEng in Microelectronics/Physics in 1997, obtained her Master in Engineering (1st class) from Multimedia University in 2014 and completed her doctorate from University Science Malaysia in 2021 in area of designing Cloud-based virtual learning & testing for industry.

Soon Lee Yeap is currently the Executive Vice President of Oppstar Technology, the first publicly listed IC design house in Malaysia. With over 28 years of experience in IC design (primarily at Intel Malaysia), Soon Lee possesses extensive expertise in silicon engineering, covering the entire process from product definition to final sign-off. He specializes in Pre to Post Silicon Validation at both the SoC and systems level.
Soon Lee holds a Bachelor of Computer Science and a Bachelor of Computer Systems & Electrical Engineering from Monash University, Australia. Additionally, he earned a Master of Engineering Management from Warwick University, UK.
At current, SL is the council member for Talentcorp MyMAHIR Future Skills Talent Council (FSTC) for the Electrical & Electronic Sector.

Jaffri is the founder and CEO of Collaborative Research in Engineering, Science and
Technology (CREST). He began his career as an entrepreneur who built an
information service in Klang Valley in 1986. He later joined Oracle Corporation
Malaysia in 1990 as a consultant in the professional services organization. He
started his own technology consulting business in 1994, focusing on the Oil & Gas
industry. Jaffri rejoined Oracle Corporation as Managing Consultant at the onset of
Malaysia’s MSC program. He later joined Arthur Andersen's Business Consulting
division in 1998 and then the Technology Consulting and Technology Integration
Services group at Cap Gemini, Ernst & Young in 2002.

Prior to joining CREST, he was Vice President of the Business and Technology
Advisory Division of Malaysia Debt Ventures (MDV) Bhd., a Venture Debt company
under the Minister of Finance, Inc., that facilitates the development of Information
and Communications Technology (ICT), Biotechnology, Green Technology, and
other emerging technology sectors via innovative financing. Jaffri was also
featured in Digerati 2016 and is on the Board of Trustees of Steinbeis Foundation
Malaysia.

Jaffri obtained his B.Sc. from the University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA where he majored
in Computer Science and minored in Business Studies.

Sachin leads APAC sales for IBM Envizi sustainability product. He is a thought leader and works with CXOs to inform sustainability trends, designs sustainability objectives, co-create viable ESG solutions and build business plans to transform client’s journey on sustainability. He has helped several enterprises initiate and accelerate decarbonization journeys across entire value chains. He primarily works on data and digital transformation plays working on leading edge technologies in AI, cloud, climate and data platforms to measure and report ESG baseline for corporates while identifying most effective levers to decarbonize. In his 23 years of career, he has been an entrepreneur, corporate strategist and ESG evangelist.

Ir Dr Bernard is the Chief Operating Officer and co-founder of Appscard Group AS and Appscard Global Research & Innovation Center, a technology startup in Penang, Malaysia, specializing in biometric smartcards. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in electronic and electrical engineering from Nottingham Trent University, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from University of Portsmouth and Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Wawasan Open University. He has also been appointed as an Adjunct Professor (Industry) at Asia Pacific University, Technology & Innovation (APU), and Associate Fellow Institute of Microengineering and Nanoelectronics (IMEN, UKM).

He has over 28 years of experience in the industry holding running and also senior management roles in electronic manufacturing as well as co-founding a few tech startups. Bernard is a Professional Engineer, an Honorary Member of ASEAN Federation of Engineering Organization (AFEO), a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers in Malaysia (FIEM), current Chair of IEEE Malaysia Section, and Fellow of the ASEAN Academy of Engineering and Technology. He holds multiple positions in various IEEE Technical Society, like IEEE Electronics Packaging Society and IEEE Electron Devices Society.
He is currently the Chair, IEEE Region 10 Ad hoc Committee on Industry Engagement and Roundtable, Member of the IEEE Adhoc Committee on Global Semiconductor and IEEE Electron Device Society Communication Chair. He is also a permanent member for the technical committee on Innovation Management System (NSC 25/TC11) and has worked on various IEEE Standards like IEEE1588 and many other standards.

He is currently actively engaged in prominent roles within various international and national engineering and tech associations, where he plays a crucial part in advisory capacities and committees focusing on areas such as innovation management, skill development, and material engineering.

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.

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

Adlil Aizat Ismail received the B.Sc. degree in mechatronics from the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia, in 2013 and the M.Sc. degree in microengineering and nanoelectronics from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi, Malaysia, in 2023 where he is currently pursuing the Ph.D. degree in microelectronics packaging and materials. He is currently a Technology Development Engineer with Western Digital (WD), Batu Kawan, Malaysia. He has more than ten years of experience in various industries in Australia and Malaysia, such as mining, aviation, and printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) manufacturing. He has published numerous peer-reviewed scientific articles related to solder joint reliability and PCBA rework in reputable journals. His current research involves studying the PCBA rework process technology pathfinding plus development and laser soldering technology characterization on solder joint and packaging materials of ball grid array (BGA) components.

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.

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.

Dato’ Ts. Dr. Shanmuganathan Palanisamy is a transformational leader with exceptional interpersonal skills and a passion for disruptive innovation. With 34 years of experience, he has made a significant impact in the fields of technology and business transformation. He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ECTrons Sdn. Bhd , a deep-tech R&D company specializing in embedded software stacks for RISC-V and ARM-based processors. A company pioneering open technology standards, advancing embedded product development, and enabling next-generation AI-driven and cloud-integrated solutions. Prior to setting up ECTrons, he was the former CEO of Kontron Malaysia. During his long tenure in Kontron Malaysia( German MNC), he managed to transform Kontron Malaysia from a manufacturing inclined company to a R&D CoE (Centre of Excellence) for Embedded Computing Technology and a sustainable business organisation. He is also a member of Board of Governors Asian Women’s Leadership Project (AWLP) and Chairperson for Strategic Initiatives Pillar 1, E&E Productivity Nexus (E&E Value Chain).

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.

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. Lim obtained his PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering from National University of Singapore (NU S), major in the area of micro/nano technology and development of semiconductor processes. He completed his Bachelor degree study in the field of Mechanical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Skudai, Johor Malaysia. Prior to joining University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM), Dr. Lim has more than 8 years of working experience in R&D environment as well as high volume manufacturing industry. He was a Research Scientist in Data Storage Institute (DSI), an Agency of Science, Technology and Research (ASTAR) affliated research institute in Singapore, primarily working on numerous research projects such as the fabrication of nanostructures for optical nanoscopy and nanoimaging application. Dr. Lim also worked in hard disk drive industry (Seagate Industry) as manufacturing engineer, in semiconductor industry (Chartered Semiconductor) as senior engineer in technology development as well as in R&D (NUS) as research engineer. Throughout these years of work experiences, he had been exposed to various high end technologies in micro and nanoengineering. He has been involved in some of the process improvement projects in Seagate whereby through the execution of six sigma approach the yield had been significantly improved and 2 projects were awarded the best team awards.

Dr. Lim also served as the committee member in the Mechanical Engineering Technical Division (METD) in The Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM) for numerous years in which the division has won the prestige Annual IEM Presidential Award.

Sivavenayakam, better known as Siva, is an accomplished leader in the innovation
and technology sector. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Kolaxus, an
innovation and ideation platform that accelerates innovation by connecting
organizations with startups, talent, and companies. Under his leadership, Kolaxus
has become a pivotal platform for fostering innovation and collaboration.

In addition to his role at Kolaxus, Siva holds significant positions in other prestigious
organizations. He is an Exco member of the Malaysia-Japan Economic Association
(MAJECA), contributing to strengthening economic ties between Malaysia and
Japan. Siva also serves as a Director at both Finexus Group and Apexlynx Malaysia,
where he plays a crucial role in steering the companies towards growth and success.

Siva's career trajectory includes key leadership roles in prominent organizations. He
was previously with the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), where he
served as the Head of Investments. In this capacity, he was instrumental in driving
investment strategies that promoted Malaysia's digital economy. Following his tenure
at MDEC, Siva joined Digital Penang as the Director for Industry Development,
where he contributed to the development and promotion of Penang's digital industry
landscape.

Siva's academic credentials include an MBA from Multimedia University Malaysia,
which equipped him with comprehensive business and management skills.
Additionally, he holds a degree in Horticulture from Universiti Putra Malaysia,
showcasing his diverse educational background.

Siva has made significant contributions to the academic field in his early days,
particularly in the areas of data networks. He has published one international paper
for IEEE and 2 others for a conferences in Korea during his early days as research
officer at University Sains Malaysia.

Sivavenayakam (Siva) is a visionary leader with a diverse background in innovation,
technology, and academia. His extensive experience in leadership roles across
various sectors, coupled with his academic contributions, makes him a highly
respected figure in the industry. Through his current role at Kolaxus and other
significant positions, Siva continues to drive innovation and foster collaboration
within the global business ecosystem.