DATO' (DR). TS. AWANG DAUD BIN AWANG PUTERA
Executive Chairman
Dato’ (Dr). Ts. Awang Daud Bin Awang Putera was appointed as Minetech’s Executive Chairman on 31 March 2020. He is also the Chairman for both Investment Committee and Executive Committee of Minetech.
Dato’ (Dr). Ts. Awang Daud has over 40 years of experience in the field of mechanical engineering. He began his career in 1980 with Ballast Nedam International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd before moving on to Daelim Ltd where he was heavily involved in the construction of Malaysia’s first Liquefied Natural Gas Plant in Bintulu. In 1983, he joined Malaysia LNG Sdn Bhd and was involved in the task force team during the establishment of their products first shipment in the global market.
ABANG ABDILLAH IZZARIM BIN TAN SRI DATUK PATINGGI ABANG HAJI ABDUL RAHMAN ZOHARI
Executive Chairman
Abang Abdillah Izzarim was appointed as Executive Chairman on 3 January 2024. He also serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee of AIZO, ensuring that business strategies, daily operations, and corporate governance practices are efficiently and effectively managed.
He is a qualified Commercial and Private Pilot from the Aviation Institute of Australia.
Abang Abdillah Izzarim began his professional career as a commercial pilot before transitioning into the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. His first business venture was with Aerotrain Charter, specialising in aviation cargo operations. Subsequently, he became the Non-Executive Director of Borneo Sea Offshore, a significant player in the Oil and Gas industry.
Driven by his passion for technology, digital animation, software development, and PC games, he later founded a business focused on Animation and PC game development.
Drawing from a rich and varied background spanning multiple industries, Abang Abdillah Izzarim has developed a robust skill set, enabling him to oversee multiple enterprises across ASEAN countries and China. Known for his hands- on management style, he actively engages in daily operations, ensuring that his team meets the expectations of clients and business partners.
Abang Abdillah Izzarim is also the Chairman of irix Sdn Bhd (formerly PP Telecommunication Sdn Bhd), where he holds a major stake as one of the company’s shareholders. His leadership significantly contributes to irix’s growth and success. His professional journey from aviation to technology highlights his effective leadership across diverse industries.
AHMAD RAHIZAL BIN DATO' AHMAD RASIDI
Executive Director of Operations, Human Resource and Admin
Ahmad Rahizal’s professional journey is marked by a series of significant appointments and contributions. Initially appointed as Independent Non- Executive Director on 28 October 2016, he was re-designated as Non- Independent Non-Executive Chairman on 9 June 2023, and later assumed the role of Executive Director of Operations, Human Resource and Admin on 16 January 2024. In addition to his leadership roles, he is a member of the Executive Committee of AIZO.
Over the span of more than 14 years, he has amassed substantial expertise across various corporate and entrepreneurial ventures. He commenced his career in 2008 as a Director at Noble Signet Sdn Bhd, where he focused on IT solutions for the banking sector. Between 2009 and 2012, he served as Chairman of UQ Holidays (M) Sdn. Bhd., facilitating pilgrimage flights for Umrah. From 2012 to 2020, he transitioned into consultancy and advisory roles, providing strategic guidance to numerous companies across diverse industries. His consultancy work has been instrumental in shaping business strategies and fostering growth and operational efficiency, delivering valuedriven solutions tailored to each company’s needs.
CHOY SEN @ CHIN KIM SANG
Executive Director of Advisory
Choy Sen @ Chin Kim Sang is the founder of AIZO. He has been re-designated from Executive Chairman to Executive Director on 31 March 2020. He is also a member of the Executive Committee of Minetech.
He received his Masters in Business Administration from the Southern Pacific University, United States in 2004. He is also an Associate of the Institute of Quarrying Malaysia and a registered Shot-Firer with Jabatan Mineral dan Geosains Malaysia and Polis Diraja Malaysia. In addition, he is a Deputy President of Green Purchasing Network Malaysia.
AWGKU MOHD REZA FARZAK BIN AWG DAUD
Executive Director of Corporate Services
Awgku Mohd Reza Farzak was appointed as Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of the Company on 3 April 2020. He was re-designated as Executive Director on 12 June 2020. He is also a member of the Investment Committee and Executive Committee of Minetech.
He received his Masters in Industrial Engineering Technology from University Malaysia, Pahang and was conferred with a Doctor of Business Administration from The University of Information Technology and Management, Rzeszow, Poland. He is also a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport (“CILT”) International, United Kingdom.
LOKE KIM MENG
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Loke Kim Meng was appointed as Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of Minetech on 28 January 2022.
He graduated with a Bachelor in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) from University of Bradford, United Kingdom.
Loke Kim Meng has more than 15 years of banking and investment management experience in Malaysia and Singapore, specifically managing and investing in multiple asset classes.
EMMA YAZMEEN YIP BINTI MOHD JEFFREY YIP
Executive Director of Finance and Technology
Emma Yazmeen Yip was appointed as Executive Director of Finance and Technology on 16 January 2024. She is also a member of the Executive Committee of AIZO.
She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting and Finance from the University of Lancaster and Sunway University.
Emma brings over 6 years of experience in financial and strategic planning. Her career began at Kenanga Investors Berhad in 2018, where she focused on financial planning and investment advisory services. The following year, she joined ADAP Capital Sdn Bhd as Finance Manager, overseeing financial planning and investor relations across the group’s diverse businesses.
In 2020, Emma was appointed Deputy Managing Director of Aimflex Berhad, listed on the ACE Market of Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad. At Aimflex, she managed all aspects of business infrastructure and fostered a strong corporate culture. She led financial planning, investor relations, and the international expansion of the customer base, as well as business growth into new industrial sectors.
Before joining AIZO, Emma served as Finance Director of ADAP Capital Sdn Bhd from 2022. In this role, she was responsible for the overall strategic financial direction and maintaining strategic alliances with business partners and associates.
AHMAD RUSLAN ZAHARI BIN ZAKARIA
Independent Non-Executive Director
Ahmad Ruslan was appointed as Independent Non-Executive Director of the Company on 21 February 2014. He is also Chairman of the Audit and Risk Management Committee, member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee as well as member of the Sustainability Committee of the Company.
Ahmad Ruslan graduated from the University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom in 1984 with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Economic Studies (Accounting & Financial Analysis). After graduating, he trained as a Chartered Accountant at a firm in London.
FERIDAH BINTI BUJANG ISMAIL
Independent Non-Executive Director
Feridah was appointed as Independent Non-Executive Director on 12 June 2020. She is also the Chairperson of the Sustainability Committee, member of the Audit and Risk Management Committee and member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee of the Company.
Feridah graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy (Hons) from Universiti Technology MARA and she has over 20 years of experience in accounting and corporate finance. She began her career as Assistant Accountant at a small firm prior to joining Ernst & Young. Subsequently, she joined Malaysia Airlines Systems Berhad (“MAS”), where she was posted overseas as the Regional Accounting Manager for Australia and New Zealand. Following more than 10 years with MAS, she joined Sapura Aero Sdn. Bhd. in 2016 as General Manager of Finance and Procurement. She currently runs her own accounting firm, Feridah Bujang Ismail & Co.
SITI AISHAH BINTI OTHMAN
Independent Non-Executive Director
Siti Aishah was appointed as Independent Non-Executive Director on 12 June 2020. She is the Chairperson of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee. She is also the member of the Audit and Risk Management Committee and member of the Sustainability Committee of the Company.
She graduated from University of Malaya with a Degree in LLB (Hons) in Law
Siti Aishah, started her career as a Legal Officer in 1984 in Legal and Advisory Division of Attorney General’s Chambers of Malaysia. In 1987, she joined Bintulu Port Authority as Port Officer in charge of legal and secretarial matters. Subsequently in 1990, she was offered a position as Senior Manager (Legal) in Bintulu Development Authority (“BDA”) and thereafter promoted to Secretary of BDA to lead the Secretarial and Legal Division.
Ts. PETE CHIN SHEONG CHOY
Alternate Director to Mr Chin Kim Sang
Ts. Pete Chin Sheong Choy is the Executive Director of Minetech Construction Sdn Bhd (“MCSB”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company who is in charge of civil, infrastructure, mining and building construction.
He began his career in February 2004 as a Project Engineer in MCSB and was transferred to K. S. Chin Minerals Sdn Bhd as Quarry engineer in the same year. In May 2005, he was moved to Head Office as Senior Executive and seconded to Purchasing Department. Subsequently, he was promoted as Assistant Manager and in-charge of the daily operation in the same department.
LO LING
Independent Non-Executive Director
In 1979, Lo Ling graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Hons.) and subsequently obtained his Master in Business Administration (MBA) in 1985 from University Malaya. He is a seasoned financial market professional with over 30 years of experience in structuring public and private company transactions on behalf of his clients.
He first began his career as a Geologist for Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas) in 1979. Upon obtaining his MBA, he became an Accounts Manager for NCR Corporation in 1986. With his experience in financial markets, he was able to assume the role as Commissioned Dealer’s Representative of Omega Securities Sdn Bhd in 1991, before he journeyed to enhance his career at Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad in 1992.