Chief Financial Officer Forum 2026
Early Bird: RM1,800 (till 31 August 2026)
Team Excellence Package: RM1,620 per person (3+)
Normal Price: RM2,000
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The Leaders Council | Where Leaders Shape the Future
Finance That Impacts, Growth That Inspires
Designed to address the evolving role of finance as a strategic growth driver in today’s volatile and innovation-led economy. This conference will bring together Malaysia’s top finance minds to exchange insights on financial leadership, digital transformation, governance, sustainability, and value creation through high-impact keynotes, panel dialogues and practical case studies.
Join more than 150+ industry leaders to shape the future of Finance
Speaker Highlights
Why Attend?
Join a dynamic gathering of industry leaders and innovators for an unparalleled opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.
High-Level Networking Across Industries
Connect with fellow C-suite executives through curated peer-to-peer dialogue and high-value interactive sessions. Build strategic relationships that drive growth and innovation across sectors.
Expert-Led Discussions on Key Issues
Stay ahead of the curve with thought-provoking insights from leading experts. Discover the latest innovations, emerging solutions, and visionary thinking shaping the future of your industry.
Real-World Case Studies & Global Perspectives
Learn from proven strategies and implementation successes across regions and industries. Stay ahead of market trends with practical, data-driven insights you can apply immediately.
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What our past attendees said
Reena Talla
Employee Experience Services Lead – APMEA & Europe, Kerry Group
Cho Chun Loong
Head of Human Resources, NTT DATA eCommerce Solutions Sdn. Bhd.
Debica Sigamani
IPG Mediabrands, Chief Talent Officer
Programme Schedule
Day 1 | Tuesday, 22 September 2026
8.30 – 9.00
Registration & Breakfast Networking
9.00 – 9.40
PLENARY SESSION 1
Finance in the RMK13 Era – Driving National Growth & Fiscal Resilience
Explore how CFOs can align corporate financial strategies with the 13th Malaysia Plan (RMK13) and Ekonomi Madani framework to drive sustainable growth and strengthen fiscal resilience.
Prof. Dr Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Research Advisor, Khazanah Research Institute (KRI)
10.00 – 10.40
PLENARY PANEL 2
Shaping a Resilient Global Islamic Economy Through Values‑Based Reforms
How values-based reforms can drive a resilient global Islamic economy through ethical finance, risk-sharing, and sustainable, inclusive growth.
Moderator:
Norhayati Yakap, Senior Executive Director, Ernst & Young PLT
Panelists:
- Dr. Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid, Chief Economist, Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad
- Makhtar Abdullah, Chief Executive Officer, Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance (ASAS)
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Eskandar Shah Mohd Rasid, Chief Executive Officer, ISRA Consulting, INCEIF University
10.40 – 11.00
Tea Break
11.00 – 12.00
PLENARY PANEL 3
Cyber Risk, Fraud & Deepfakes: Why CFOs Are on the Front Line of Detection & Prevention?
Uncover why CFOs are prime targets for deepfake-driven fraud, how these attacks can disrupt financial leadership, and strategies to detect, prevent, and respond effectively.
Moderator:
Yeoh Chen Chow, Chairman, Foodie Media Berhad
Panelists:
- Lee Han Ther, Cyber Security Privacy Officer (CSPO), Huawei Technologies (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.
- Cheng Han CHEE, Finance Director, Geodis Malaysia Sdn Bhd
- Christina Ong, Country Head of Finance, HAVI Logistics (M) Sdn. Bhd.
12.00 – 13.00
PLENARY PANEL 4
Profit Meets Purpose: Aligning ESG and Cost Pressures Without Compromise
Explore how CFOs can integrate ESG strategies, optimize costs, and navigate green tax policies to turn sustainability into a financial advantage.
Moderator:
Jasmine Voo, Associate Partner, Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn Bhd
Panelists:
- Sanjeev Selvarajah, Finance Director, VAT Group
- Adj. Prac. Prof. Cheah Kok Hoong, President ESG, Association of Malaysia (ESGAM)
- Jessimah Sulaiman, Group Financial Controller, Pos Malaysia Berhad
13.00 – 14.00
Networking Lunch
14.00 – 15.00
PLENARY PANEL 5
Bridging Talent Gaps in an AI-Enabled Finance Function
Explore how CFOs can harness AI, automation and data intelligence to transform finance operations, elevate decision-making and future-proof talent.
Moderator:
Alex Lam, Chief Strategy Officer, SRKK AI Berhad
Panelists:
- Kelly Chong, Former Finance Director, Unilever (M) Holdings Sdn Bhd
- Ramanathan AMN Thiagarajan, Chief Financial Officer, AirAsia MOVE
- Dylan Low, Financial Planning and Analysis Lead, Shell Business Operations
15.00 – 16.00
PLENARY PANEL 6
When Things Don’t Go as Planned: Financial & Governance Lessons from Corporate Crises
Learn how CFOs can anticipate, respond, and recover when business, financial, or governance challenges disrupt plans, turning setbacks into strategic lessons.
Moderator:
Rachel Hong Pui Chee, Chief Financial Officer, Malacca Securities Sdn Bhd
Panelists:
- Hafizuddin Sulaiman, Chief Financial Officer, UEM Sunrise Berhad
- Andy Chew Former, Chief Restructuring Officer, Vantris Energy Berhad
- Faisal Irfan, Regional Finance Leader | Finance Transformation & Business Leadership, Volvo Car Group
16.00 – 17.00
Tea Break / Networking
End of Day 1
Day 2 | Wednesday, 23 September 2026
8.30 – 9.00
Registration & Breakfast Networking
9.00 – 9.40
PLENARY SESSION 7
Geopolitics Meets Finance: Turning Trade and Market Risks into Opportunities
Explore how CFOs can transform trade and market uncertainties into strategic advantages, protecting profitability while identifying growth opportunities in volatile markets.
9.40 – 10.40
PLENARY PANEL 8
Capital Markets 2030: What Every CFO Needs to Know
Navigating the Future of Capital, Governance and Growth
11.00 – 12.00
PLENARY PANEL 9
CFO : The New “Chief Stability Officer”
Explore how today’s CFOs are not just financial leaders, but the anchors of stability, guiding organizations through uncertainty, volatility, and rapid change.
Moderator:
Ting Choo Wai Partner PwC Malaysia
Panelists:
- Lionel Lim, Chief Financial Officer, MAMEE-Double Decker
- Humayun Habib, Head of Strategy and Revenue Growth, Premium Vegetable Oils Sdn Bhd
- Farizul Yahaya, Chief Financial Officer, Green Packet Berhad
10.40 – 11.00
Tea Break
12.00 – 13.00
PLENARY PANEL 10
Tax Strategy & Pillar Two: Managing Global and Local Tax Complexity
Preparing for the Global Minimum Tax (GMT) impact on Malaysian operations and cross-border tax governance.
Moderator:
Amarjeet Singh, Partner / Principal, Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd
Panelists:
- Fitriah Yusof, Head of Tax, Maxis Berhad
- Ville Antikainen, Associate Partner, Ernst & Young Tax Consultants Sdn Bhd
13.00 – 14.00
Networking Lunch
14.00 – 15.00
PLENARY PANEL 11
Growth Without Losing Control: When Should SMEs Invest, Borrow or Hold Back?
Explore how SMEs can make smarter decisions on when to invest, borrow, or hold back, balancing growth opportunities with financial resilience and long term control.
15.00 – 16.00
Tea Break / Networking
End of Day 2
Interested in speaking?
For speaking opportunities
please contact theleaderscouncil@thestar.com.my