Professor Chew Seen-Meng

Director of Global Development, CUHK MBA Programmes

Professor Chew Seen-Meng brings global expertise in economics and finance, having served as an economist at Morgan Stanley and the IMF, and now leading Global Development for the CUHK MBA Programmes. With academic credentials from Chicago, Cambridge and LSE, he offers sharp insights into the forces shaping financial markets and future careers in Southeast Asia.

Mr Muzzaffar Othman

Group Chief Operations Officer, PNB

With a career spanning executive leadership and board governance, Mr Muzaffar Othman has played a pivotal role in shaping operational and technological transformation within PNB and ASNB. His experience across financial services and corporate boards offers valuable insight into driving performance in a rapidly evolving landscape.

Dr Tan Chong Koay

Founder and CEO, PHEIM Asset Management (Asia) Pte Ltd

Dr Tan Chong Koay is the Founder and CEO of PHEIM Asset Management (Asia) Pte Ltd, a respected leader in the regional asset management industry. A multiple award-winning investment professional, including Best CIO in Asia (2025), and author of Never Fully Invest at All Times, he brings decades of insight into disciplined investing and long-term wealth creation.

Professor Ong Kian Ming

Executive Director, RGE Malaysia

Adjunct Professor, Taylor's University

Professor Ong Kian Ming is Executive Director of RGE Malaysia and an Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University, with prior service as Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of International Trade and Industry. Combining policy leadership with academic depth from Duke, Cambridge and LSE, he brings sharp insights into global trade and economic competitiveness.

Ms Datin Sri Azleen Osman Rani

Director, Institute for Capital Market Research Malaysia (ICMR) (an affiliate of the Securities Commission of Malaysia)

As Director of ICMR, Ms Datin Sri Azleen Osman Rani plays a key role in advancing capital market research and policy discourse in Malaysia. A former banker and investment research leader, she combines practical market experience with strategic advisory and executive coaching expertise.

Dr Foo Yin Fah

Director, Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers

Dr Foo Yin Fah leads the Asian Institute of Chartered Bankers, drawing on his credentials as a professional accountant and member of leading accounting bodies. With over 25 years of lecturing and professorship experience, he contributes deep insight into finance, governance and professional development.