ASEAN + 3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO), Singapore
Dr. Wee Chian Koh
Senior Economist
Dr. Wee Chian Koh joined AMRO in February 2023 and serves as the desk economist for
Malaysia and back-up economist for Japan. Before AMRO, he was Senior Researcher and
Head of Economics and Finance at Brunei’s Centre for Strategic and Policy Studies,
working on economic surveillance and policy research across fiscal issues,
diversification, productivity, unemployment, energy, transport, trade, and SME
development, and also sat on the Brunei Macroeconomic Development Committee.
From 2018 to 2022, he worked with the World Bank on commodity market surveillance
and global economic research, publishing over 100 articles, papers, and chapters. Dr.
Koh holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the Australian National University, an M.Sc. in
Finance and Economics from the London School of Economics, and is a certified
Financial Risk Manager (FRM).
Appointed Head of Projects for Gamuda Land UK in 2022, he has led the purchase of four
major London developments—75 London Wall, Marshgate Lane Student
Accommodation, Press House Student Accommodation, and City Wharf Student
Accommodation. These acquisitions have strengthened Gamuda Land’s presence in the
market and helped grow the UK team. Before this role, he managed large urban
regeneration projects across the UK and played an important part in Lendlease UK’s
Stratford Cross and Tottenham High Road West projects. With strong experience in both
residential and commercial development, and a solid understanding of the UK market,
he is well equipped to drive Gamuda Land’s growth in the UK.
Denise Cheok is an Assistant Director and economist at Moody’s Analytics in Singapore.
She is responsible for forecasting and analyzing economies across the Asia-Pacific
region. Denise is also responsible for baseline and scenario forecasting and narrative
development. She is regularly quoted in media such as Reuters, the Business Times, the
Straits Times and Bernama. Denise holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the
National University of Singapore, and a master’s degree in Economics from the University
of British Columbia. Prior to joining Moody’s Analytics, Denise previously worked as a
trade policy economist at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.
Mr. Arnaud Girodon is the Chief Executive Officer of Datai Hotels and Resorts Sdn Bhd
(DHR), a role he has held since 2019 alongside his tenure as General Manager of The
Datai Langkawi for nearly a decade. Under his leadership, The Datai Langkawi has
become a global benchmark for natural luxury, renowned for its commitment to
sustainability, conservation, exceptional guest experiences, and culinary excellence. As
CEO of DHR, Arnaud now leads the strategic development and expansion of the Datai
brand, with a strong focus on Southeast Asia, while continuing to champion the resort’s
values of understated elegance, visionary architecture, and authentic Malaysian
hospitality.
Sunphol Sorakul is a Partner at Foster + Partners and Director of Foster + Partners
(Thailand), currently leading the firm’s Bangkok office. Since joining the practice in 2004,
he has led multidisciplinary teams on major mixed-use, commercial, residential,
hospitality, and masterplanning projects across Thailand, China, Vietnam, the UAE, and
the UK, including landmark developments such as The Forestias in Bangkok, ICD
Brookfield Place in Dubai, Bund Finance Centre in Shanghai, and ICONSIAM. With
extensive international experience, Sunphol brings a deep understanding of local
cultures, on-site delivery, and sustainable, human-centric design to large-scale urban
developments.
Leonard brings over 20 years of real estate experience, offering sharp insights on market
trends that make him a trusted voice for local and regional media. His background spans
cross-sector research, consultancy advisory, and tenancy administration, with past roles
at CBRE, Colliers International, the Housing and Development Board, and lecturing
positions at Ngee Ann Polytechnic and the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers.
Jing Jun (JJ) is part of CBRE’s Asian Services team in the Chinatown office, specialising in
the sale of retail, commercial, and development properties across Victoria. With strong
multicultural knowledge of both the Australian and Asia-Pacific markets, he connects
clients to active investors through CBRE’s extensive regional network, particularly in
Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, and has worked with a wide
range of clients including high-net-worth individuals, private families, institutions, and
local and overseas developers.
Richard Valentine-Selsey is Head of European Living Research & Consultancy at Savills UK, where he specialises in residential, student accommodation, and alternative living sectors across Europe. With extensive experience in market research, strategy, and advisory, he provides data-driven insights on investment trends, operational models, and the evolving living landscape. Richard is widely recognised for his expertise in helping investors, developers, and operators navigate opportunities within Europe’s living and residential asset classes.
Bryan Chan is Vice President, Development for South East Asia & Korea at IHG®, where he leads the strategic expansion of the group’s hotel brands across the region. Based in Singapore, he brings over 15 years of deal-making experience across hospitality, real estate, infrastructure and finance, having previously held roles at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and Morgan Stanley. Since joining IHG in 2014, Bryan has progressed through senior development leadership roles across multiple markets and worked on major international projects. He holds an M.A. in International Relations from Johns Hopkins University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley.
Prakash Nagarajan is Business Director and Co-Founder of Bradshaw & Mitchell Pte. Ltd.,
currently based in Singapore. He brings over 19 years of senior management experience
in strategic business development, economics, investment advisory and facilitation, as
well as general management across Southeast Asia, North America, and Canada. Having
built a distinguished career with multinational organisations such as LexisNexis Group,
Thomson Reuters, and TMF Group, Prakash most recently served as Vice President of
Economics & Investment at Iskandar Regional Development Authority in Malaysia. His
expertise spans investment and reinvestment advisory, people and talent management,
value chain diversification, entity structuring, and government incentives and enablers.
Dato’ Seri Azmir Merican is the Group Managing Director and CEO of Sime Darby Property Berhad, Malaysia’s leading developer of landed homes and a key player in industrial and logistics properties, with international presence including London’s iconic Battersea Power Station. He has extensive leadership experience, having previously served as CEO of UEM Edgenta Berhad, where he led multi-country mergers and transformed the company into an awardwinning services firm leveraging IoT, data analytics, and AI. He also held senior roles at UEM Group, AWC Berhad, and in investment banking and corporate advisory. Dato’ Seri Azmir holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Finance) from Haworth College of Business, Western Michigan University, USA.
Dr. Yeah Kim Leng is Senior Fellow and Director of the Jeffrey Cheah Institute on Southeast Asia, and a Member of Bank Negara Malaysia’s Monetary Policy Committee. A respected economist and thought leader, he brings extensive expertise in macroeconomics, monetary policy, and regional economic development. Dr. Yeah regularly engages with policymakers, academia, and industry stakeholders, providing strategic insights on economic trends, financial stability, and Southeast Asia’s growth outlook, and is widely recognised for his contributions to evidence-based policy formulation and public discourse.
Datuk Ir. Ho Hon Sang is the Group Managing Director of Mah Sing Group Berhad and the
President of the Real Estate and Housing Developers’ Association (REHDA) Malaysia. A
professional engineer by training, he is a highly respected industry leader with extensive
experience in property development, construction, and corporate leadership. He plays a
key role in advancing sustainable development, strengthening industry standards, and
driving collaboration across Malaysia’s property and housing sector.
Mr. Jacob Lee is the President of the Federation of Malaysian Manufacturing (FMM), where
he plays a key role in advocating for the growth, competitiveness, and sustainability of
Malaysia’s manufacturing sector. With extensive industry experience, he actively
represents manufacturers’ interests in policy dialogue with the Government and relevant
stakeholders, focusing on issues such as industrial development, talent, sustainability,
and global competitiveness. Under his leadership, FMM continues to strengthen its role
as the voice of the manufacturing industry, supporting businesses in navigating
economic challenges and driving long-term industrial progress.
Federation of Malaysian Business Associations (FMBA)
Dato Seri Dr. Abd Malik Abdullah
President
Dato’ Seri Dr. Abd Malik Abdullah, President of the Federation of Malaysian Business Associations (FMBA), is a respected business leader with extensive experience in industry advocacy and organisational leadership. He leads FMBA in representing the collective voice of Malaysian business associations, working closely with government agencies and key stakeholders to promote sustainable economic growth, pro-business policies, and entrepreneurship development. Recognised for his commitment to public–private collaboration, Dato’ Seri Dr. Abd Malik continues to play a vital role in strengthening Malaysia’s business ecosystem, particularly in empowering SMEs to remain competitive in an evolving economic landscape.
Ms. Tan Lindy is the Executive Director of BCB Berhad, a position she has held since 2008,
overseeing the Group’s property development portfolio with a strong focus on Johor and
the Klang Valley. A Bachelor of Commerce (Economics & Business Law) graduate from
the University of Melbourne, she is widely recognised for driving BCB’s growth through
flagship developments such as Elysia Park Residence, Concerto North Kiara, Hometree
Kota Kemuning and Versis Commercial. Actively involved in industry leadership, she
currently serves as Deputy Chairman of REHDA Johor, a National PPS Committee
Member of REHDA Malaysia, Chairman of REHDA Johor’s Policies Sub-Committee, and
is a founding member of DECCO+, an industry platform uniting developers, consultants
and contractors in Johor. Ms. Tan is also a frequent contributor to local and international
forums and media, including participation in the Global Cooperation and Training
Framework (GCTF) Women Economic Empowerment programme in Taiwan.
[Moderator] Tan Sri Datuk Eddy Chen is the Group Managing Director of MKH Berhad, with extensive leadership experience in property development, construction, and diversified investments. He has played a pivotal role in driving MKH Berhad’s strategic growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation. Widely respected for his industry insight and governance leadership, Tan Sri Datuk Eddy Chen brings a balanced and pragmatic perspective to moderating high-level discussions on business strategy, development trends, and sustainable growth.
Mr Jeffrey Teoh Nee Teik is responsible for building the wholesale banking practice of
OCBC Bank, aiding customer growth both domestically and regionally. His role includes
overseeing the Corporate, Commercial, Financial Institution and Transaction Banking
segments of the Bank. Mr Teoh joined the Bank in 2003 initially to lead the Enterprise
Sales & Marketing team, but later became the catalyst for transforming its commercial
banking business as well. In 2007, he was promoted to Head of Commercial Banking
before taking on the additional responsibility of leading the Large Corporates team as
well in 2014.
Datuk Seri (Dr) Michael KC Yam is a prominent industry leader with decades of experience in business leadership, property development, and organisational governance. He currently serves as a Trustee of the REHDA Institute, and is also the Past President and Patron of REHDA Malaysia, where he has played a significant role in advancing industry standards and leadership development. In addition, he is the Chairman of the Triterra Group of Companies. Known for his strategic vision and commitment to sustainable growth, Datuk Seri (Dr) Michael brings valuable perspectives on leadership, resilience, and long-term value creation to the CEO Series 2026.
[Moderator] Datuk Hoe Mee Ling is the Chief Executive Officer of Property Investment at OSK Property, where she oversees investment strategy, portfolio management, and value creation across the company’s property assets. With extensive experience in real estate investment and asset management, she brings strong strategic and financial insights to the sector. Datuk Hoe Mee Ling is recognised for her leadership in driving disciplined investment decisions and contributes a balanced, industry-informed perspective in moderating discussions on property investment and market trends.
Dato’ Sri Dr. Vincent Tiew is the Executive Director of Branding, Sales & Marketing at KL Wellness City, where he oversees strategic brand positioning, sales direction, and integrated marketing initiatives for one of Malaysia’s landmark wellness developments. With strong expertise in branding, market strategy, and stakeholder engagement, he plays a key role in driving market penetration and strengthening KL Wellness City’s presence as a premier integrated wellness hub, supporting its long-term growth and value proposition.
Pel Loh is Senior Vice President – Operations at The MUI Group (Malayan United Industries Berhad), where he oversees operational strategy and execution across the Group’s diverse business portfolio. With strong expertise in operational management, process optimisation, and organisational performance, he plays a key role in driving efficiency, governance, and sustainable growth. Pel Loh brings a pragmatic, results-driven approach to supporting the Group’s long-term business objectives.
