Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 70 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board of Directors and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996.
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking division of Affin Investment Bank Berhad (formerly known as Chartered Merchant Bankers Berhad) in year 1982 as Assistant Manager where he was involved in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical and Motor Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and in year 1996 was reassigned to establish the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, in charge of improving the company’s Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance.
He joined Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997 as Senior General Manager and was subsequently appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Uniphone Sdn Bhd after the company was acquired by Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In year 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as the IT division of the company. In year 2002, he was reappointed as the Chief Operating Officer of Time Reach Sdn Bhd (previously, Uniphone Sdn Bhd) responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in year 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Executive Officer before being promoted to Group Managing Director in 2006. During his tenure with the group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations, developing strategic planning, as well as annual operating plans for the group. He retired in year 2012.
Dato’ Che Halin is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Signature International Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of Solarvest. He has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for
FYE2025.
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 45 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has served as our Director since the incorporation of the Company on 20 September 2017. As the co-founder of our Group, he has played a pivotal role in jointly spearheading the company’s growth and development since its inception in 2012. With over two decades of experience in the electrical and renewable energy sectors, Mr. Lim is instrumental in shaping and executing our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction.
In his current role, Mr. Lim is primarily responsible for overseeing the execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also plays a key role in supervising the Group’s utility-scale solar projects, focusing especially on the technical and engineering aspects to ensure high performance and compliance with industry standards.
Mr. Lim holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, which he obtained in 2003. Demonstrating his continued commitment to professional development in the renewable energy field, he earned a certificate in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design from the SEDA in 2014.
He began his professional career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as a Project Engineer. In this role, he was responsible for managing the supply, installation, and commissioning of electrical systems. In 2006, he co-founded Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contracting firm. He was responsible for managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering, including budget controls. His strategic involvement extended to business development and longterm planning. After several years of building and managing the business, Mr. Lim exited the company in 2013 to fully dedicate his time and expertise to
Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company.
As of 30 June 2025, Mr. Lim Chin Siu has 11,000,000 outstanding ESOS options.
He has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 45 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company on 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our
Group, and he has been instrumental in shaping the company’s trajectory and has jointly led its rapid growth and expansion since the business began
operations in 2012. With a strong entrepreneurial background, Mr. Tan brings to the Group extensive experience in business development, operational oversight, and corporate administration.
In his current capacity, Mr. Tan oversees the Group’s development strategies. His responsibilities also extend to managing finance and capital market related functions, ensuring the Group’s operations and efficiencies. His approach to leadership and business execution has been fundamental to establishing and strengthening the Group’s foundation in the clean energy sector.
Mr. Tan is a graduate of KDU College (formerly known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, where he earned a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. Following his graduation, he ventured into entrepreneurship by co-founding YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members. The company focused
on the trading of computers and related accessories, and Mr. Tan was primarily responsible for the company’s business development, operational
management, and client engagement.
In 2012, recognising the growing potential of renewable energy, YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations, and Mr. Tan pivoted into the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry. Alongside Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon, he co-founded Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd. Since then, Mr. Tan has been deeply involved in expanding the Group’s footprint in Malaysia’s solar industry and beyond.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company.
As of 30 June 2025, Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has 7,250,000 outstanding ESOS options.
He has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer
Malaysian | Aged 45 | Male
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong was appointed to the Board on 29 December 2021 as Executive Director and a member of the Sustainability and Risk Management Committee. Under his leadership as the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Group has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a small and medium enterprise to a public listed company on Bursa Securities’ Main Market.
Mr. Chong’s strategic vision and execution have been instrumental in the Group’s success in becoming an industry leader in clean energy. He has spearheaded the development and implementation of successful commercial plans for the Malaysian solar market, encompassing grid-tied, off-grid, and self-consumption models across various segments, including residential, commercial, and industrial as well as utility-scale solar.
Driven by the vision of “Energising A Regenerative World”, Solarvest has established a strong track record in the solar energy industry, with a cumulative portfolio of over 1GWp. With Mr. Chong at the helm, Solarvest is actively venturing beyond solar energy, exploring new clean energy verticals such as battery energy storage systems, green mobility, green hydrogen and more. Additionally, Solarvest is also expanding its geographical footprint in Asia Pacific, which further strengthens the Group’s position regionally as a comprehensive clean energy expert.
His commitment to sustainability extends beyond the Group. He serves as the President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (“MPIA”), actively advocating for the advancement of solar policies in Malaysia and promoting the country’s role in relation to the global sustainability movement.
Mr. Chong began his career in engineering before transitioning into business and management roles. Prior to Solarvest, he has taken on various roles in multinational companies like Intel, Avago Technologies, and Dell. He joined Solarvest in 2014 as a Co-Founder and Marketing Director and has assumed the role of Group Chief
Executive Officer since 1 April 2017.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, majoring in Electrical and Mechatronics from the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2003) and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Ballarat, Australia (2012). In addition, he has completed an Executive Education Programme on Mergers and Acquisition from
Imperial College London (2021).
Mr. Chong does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Chong Chun Shiong has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director and Group Chief Strategy Officer
Malaysian | Aged 37 | Male
Mr. Liew Chee Ing has over 14 years of experience in the energy and oil & gas sectors and brings strong strategy, business advisory expertise, and holistic experience from the energy industry, covering power generation, transmission, distribution, retail, and policy setting from both private players and regulatory bodies’ perspectives. He joined Solarvest as Chief Strategy Officer in 2021 and was appointed to the current position in September 2023. In addition to his corporate role, Mr. Liew serves as an Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University, where he contributes to the Faculty of Business & Law, sharing his expertise in business strategy and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) topics.
Mr. Liew started his career with Schlumberger Limited (“Schlumberger”) in 2011 as an Offshore Field Engineer, where he was involved in oil & gas exploration across the globe, running seismic, directional drilling, and logging services, and accomplished several world record-breaking drilling operations. He held various roles and assignments during his tenure in Schlumberger, namely operations, technical, and business development in more than 10 countries. His last position in Schlumberger was as Drilling Services Manager, managing various International Oil Companies (IOC) drilling services operations with over 100 workforces to streamline service delivery across project operations.
In 2018, Mr. Liew joined Sarawak Energy Berhad (“SEB”) and headed the corporate development division, where he spearheaded SEB’s strategic foresight and innovation development, new energy ventures, and corporate continuous improvement. He developed new business strategies and drove corporate growth by identifying acquisition and strategic investment opportunities across the energy market, such as solar energy, energy storage development, hydrogen business, renewable energy certificates venture, and electric vehicles roadmap, etc.
Throughout his career in SEB, Mr. Liew also drove Corporate Organisational Excellence with continuous improvement through operational excellence and operational innovation initiatives to improve the financial and operating performance of SEB.
Mr. Liew does not hold directorships in any other public company.
As of 30 June 2025, Mr. Liew has 2,900,000 outstanding ESOS options.
He has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 51 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is the Chairperson of our Nominating and Remuneration Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, and Sustainability and Risk Management Committee. She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a bachelor’s degree in Law from University of Sheffield. She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn and was called
to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, Zahardin & Partners as a partner in 2006, a firm established since 1981. She continues to represent public and private companies in corporate finance, and specializes in capital markets and bank finance transactions, mergers and acquisitions, general
corporate matters, corporate and commercial banking and real property related transactions. She began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, specialising in the field of capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company.
She has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 50 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
(“FCCA”); a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”); and a member of the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (“ICDM”). He is the
Chairman of our Audit Committee.
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, Lim & Co, Ahmad Abdullah & Goh and Hew & Tan for approximately
4 years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to
Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Chief Financial Officer, and was promoted to Group Chief Operating Officer six
months later, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Group, a business consulting firms that provides training, business coaching, workshops and consultation to small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve their business productivity and profitability. He co-founded Rodrell Sdn Bhd with the brand Komuniti Tukang Jahit (“KTJ Malaysia”) in year 2017, a Social Enterprise Accreditation by the Ministry of Entrepreneurship Development and Corporation. He is appointed as Group Chief Financial Officer of
Beaks Group in year 2024, a group of companies that involved in the construction, property development, manufacturing and trading.He was
the President of the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship-Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia) in year 2020 and 2021.
He does not hold directorships in any other public company.
He has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 66 | Female
Puan Azian Binti Mohd Yusof was appointed to our Board and as a member of the Audit Committee on 29 July 2021.
She holds a Bachelor Degree of Economics from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority
(“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from June 1982 until July 2018. Since then, she has over 30 years of experience in promoting the growth of investments in Malaysia during her tenure with MIDA. She was the Director of Communications and Media Division from 2007 to 2010 and was responsible for the branding and strategising MIDA’s position globally through collaborations with Forbes, Nikkei and other notable media companies. From 2010 to 2013, she became the Director of Business Services Division
and was involved in the development and promotion of the Services Sector Capacity Development Fund, a fund allocated by the government which
aimed to grow the Internet of Things capabilities for businesses in the Services Sector. She was also involved in promoting the Green Technology Fund created by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation.
She then held the position of Director of Resource based industries covering food, wood based including furniture, paper packaging and oil palm industries between January 2013 to November 2014. Thereafter, she served as Executive Director until August 2017 covering the industries in Oil & Gas,
Maritime, Green Technology, Healthcare, Hospital and Education Services. She had led and guided the team in developing and creating new policies to
further grow investments into several sectors. She also served as chairperson for various committees including Committees on Import Duty Exemption
on raw materials, Expatriates Posts and Task Force under the Industry 4.0.
From September 2017 and until her retirement in July 2018, she was promoted as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Strategic Planning and Coordination where her job scope covered reviewing policies on various initiatives for further enhancement of identified sub-sectors to leap frog the growth of industries.
Puan Azian is also the Independent Non-Executive Director of Wellcall Holdings Berhad, Bonia Corporation Berhad and Texchem Resources Berhad.
She has attended 5 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 62 | Female
Puan Rashidah was appointed to our Board on 18 September 2023 and as a member of the Nominating and Remuneration Committee on 30 May 2024. She holds a Bachelor Degree of International Business from the University Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from December 1989 to February 2022. She has over 30 years of experience in various divisions and capacities in Foreign Direct Invesment (“FDI”) and Domestic Investment related matters during her tenure with MIDA.
She started her career as an Assistant Accounts Officer in Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam, Pension Department from April 1985 to December 1985. She then joined MIDA in 1989 starting with the Planning and International Cooperation, followed by Building Materials, Textiles & Misc. Industries Division and Promotion Division. She joined the Startegic Planning and Policy Advocacy Division from 2008 to 2018, was working with policies, guidelines and incentives, on gas and electricity, human capital and
expatriates’ requirements for the manufacturing sector, representing MIDA/MITI on Chapters of investment in bilateral and multi-trade agreements (FTAs, APEC, RECP), as well as the custodian and coordination of MIDA’s overall development budget. She was the Director of this Division since 2014, with additional responsibilities by overseeing MIDA’s Annual Budget (Incentive) Proposal and be the focal point of contact for inputs/reports on investments to local and international agencies/bodies.
She then held the position of Director of MIDA London cum Minister Counsellor (Investment), HighCommission of Malaysia, London from October 2018 to December 2021 by promoting FDI in the targeted sector of manufacturing and services from the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland in Malaysia. She does not hold directorships in any other public
company.
She has attended 4 out of 5 Board meetings for the FYE2025.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 60 | Male
Dato’ P’ng Soo Hong was appointed to the Board of Solarvest on 12 September 2024 as an Independent Non-Executive Director. He graduated with a
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science, majoring in Planning and Development, from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Penang.
He is the Chairman of our Sustainability and Risk Management Committee and a member of Nominating and Remuneration Committee. Dato’ P’ng brings with him more than 30 years of broad-based experience spanning the technology, semiconductor, and renewable energy industries. He is highly regarded for his expertise in strategic leadership, high-volume manufacturing operations, business transformation, and end-to-end global supply chain management. Throughout his career, Dato’ P’ng has served in various senior leadership roles within multinational corporations, where he has played an instrumental role in driving operational growth and enhancing international competitiveness.
He most recently served as Vice President and Managing Director of Manufacturing Operations at First Solar Malaysia Sdn Bhd, a global leader in
solar technology. In this role, he led the company’s overall strategic direction and was accountable for key operational functions including Manufacturing
Operations, Environment, Health and Safety (EHS), Quality & Reliability, Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, and Supply Chain. Dato’ P’ng joined First Solar in 2008 and served until April 2024. Under his leadership, First Solar Malaysia became a significant contributor to the
group’s global production capabilities, known for its operational efficiency and continuous improvement culture.
Prior to joining First Solar, Dato’ P’ng built an accomplished career at Intel Corporation. Between 2004 and 2007, he served as General Manager of
Intel’s largest Assembly-Test Chipset Operation in Chengdu, China. He was later assigned to Intel’s state-of-the-art 300mm fabrication facility in
Arizona, USA. His tenure at Intel included leading responsibilities in operations management, manufacturing systems development, and global supply chain strategy.
In addition to his role on the Board of Solarvest, Dato’ P’ng currently serves as an Independent NonExecutive Director of Titijaya Land Berhad and holds
directorships in several other public and private companies.
He has attend 1 out of 2 Board meetings for the FYE2025
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 69 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board of Directors and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996.
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking division of Affin Investment Bank Berhad (formerly known as Chartered Merchant Bankers Berhad) in year 1982 as Assistant Manager where he was involved in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical and Motor Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and in year 1996 was reassigned to establish the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, in charge of improving the company’s Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance.
He joined Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997 as Senior General Manager and was subsequently appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Uniphone Sdn Bhd after the company was acquired by Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In year 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as the IT division of the company. In year 2002, he was reappointed as the Chief Operating Officer of Time Reach Sdn Bhd (previously, Uniphone Sdn Bhd) responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in year 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Executive Officer before being promoted to Group Managing Director in 2006. During his tenure with the group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations, developing strategic planning, as well as annual operating plans for the group. He retired in year 2012.
Dato’ Che Halin is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Signature International Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of Solarvest Holdings Berhad (“Solarvest” or “the Company”).
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 (“FYE 2024”).
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the utility-scale solar projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design certificate from Sustainable Energy Development Authority of Malaysia (“SEDA”) in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor company, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible of managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering including budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Lim Chin Siu has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since commencement in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration
matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. After graduation, he established YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for the business development and management of the company. YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong was appointed to the Board on 29 December 2021 as Executive Director and a member of the Sustainability and Risk Management Committee. Under his leadership as the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Group has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a small and medium enterprise to a public listed company on Bursa Securities’ Main Market.
Mr. Chong’s strategic vision and execution have been instrumental in the Group’s success in becoming an industry leader in clean energy. He has spearheaded the development and implementation of successful commercial plans for the Malaysian solar market, encompassing grid-tied, off-grid, and self-consumption models across various segments, including residential, commercial, and industrial as well as utility-scale solar.
Driven by the vision of “Energising A Regenerative World”, Solarvest has established a strong track record in the solar energy industry, with a cumulative portfolio of over 1GWp. With Mr. Chong at the helm, Solarvest is actively venturing beyond solar energy, exploring new clean energy verticals such as battery energy storage systems, green mobility, green hydrogen and more. Additionally, Solarvest is also expanding its geographical footprint in Asia Pacific, which further strengthens the Group’s position regionally as a comprehensive clean energy expert.
His commitment to sustainability extends beyond the Group. He serves as the President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (“MPIA”), actively advocating for the advancement of solar policies in Malaysia and promoting the country’s role in relation to the global sustainability movement.
Mr. Chong began his career in engineering before transitioning into business and management roles. Prior to Solarvest, he has taken on various roles in multinational companies like Intel, Avago Technologies, and Dell. He joined Solarvest in 2014 as a Co-Founder and Marketing Director and has assumed the role of Group Chief
Executive Officer since 1 April 2017.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, majoring in Electrical and Mechatronics from the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2003) and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Ballarat, Australia (2012). In addition, he has completed an Executive Education Programme on Mergers and Acquisition from
Imperial College London (2021).
Mr. Chong does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Chong Chun Shiong has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director and Group Chief Strategy Officer
Malaysian | Aged 36 | Male
Mr. Liew Chee Ing has over 14 years of experience in the energy and oil & gas sectors and brings strong strategy, business advisory expertise and holistic experience from the energy industry, covering power generation, transmission, distribution, retail, and policy setting from both private players and regulatory bodies perspective. He joined Solarvest as Chief Strategy Officer in 2021 and appointed to current position on September 2023.
Mr. Liew started his career with Schlumberger Limited (“Schlumberger”) in 2011 as an Offshore Field Engineer where he was involved in oil & gas exploration across the globe, running seismic, directional drilling and logging services, and accomplished several world record-breaking drilling operations. He held various roles
and assignments during his tenure in Schlumberger namely operations, technical, and business development in more than 10 countries. His last position in Schlumberger was as Drilling Services Manager, managing various International Oil Companies (IOC) drilling services operations with over 100 workforces to streamline
service delivery across project operations.
In 2018, Mr. Liew joined Sarawak Energy Berhad (“SEB”) and headed the corporate development division where he spearheaded SEBs strategic foresight and innovation development, new energy venture and corporate continuous improvement. He developed new business strategies and drove corporate growth by identifying acquisition and strategic investment opportunities across the energy market such as solar energy, energy storage development, hydrogen business, renewable energy certificates venture, electric vehicles
roadmap, etc.
Throughout his career in SEB, Mr. Liew also drove Corporate Organizational Excellence with continuous improvement through operational excellence and operational innovation initiatives to improve the financial and operating performance of SEB.
Mr. Liew does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company and has no conflict of interest with the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Liew has 1,900,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended two (2) out of two (2) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 50 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is the Chairperson of our Nominating Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Sustainability and Risk Management Committee. She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a bachelor’s degree in Law from University of Sheffield. She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn and was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, Zahardin & Partners, a firm established since 1981, as a partner in 2006 where she specialises in corporate and commercial banking, and real property related transaction. She began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, specialising in the field of capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company, and she does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 50 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (“FCCA”) and is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”). He is the Chairman of our Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee.
He is also a member of the Nominating Committee. Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, Lim & Co and Hew & Tan for approximately four (4) years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Group Chief Operating Officer, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Solutions Sdn. Bhd., a business consulting firm that provides consultation to small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve productivity and profitability. He was the President of the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship-Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia) in year 2020 and 2021.
He does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company and has no conflict of interest with the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 66 | Female
Puan Azian Binti Mohd Yusof was appointed to our Board and as a member of the Audit Committee on 29 July 2021. She has then appointed as a member of Remuneration Committee on 30 May 2024.
She holds a Bachelor Degree of Economics from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur. She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from June 1982 until July 2018. Since then, she has over 30 years of
experience in promoting the growth of investments in Malaysia during her tenure with MIDA.
She was the Director of Communications and Media Division from 2007 to 2010 and was responsible for the branding and strategising MIDA’s position globally through collaborations with Forbes, Nikkei and other notable media companies. From 2010 to 2013, she became the Director of Business Services Division and was involved in the development and promotion of the Services Sector Capacity Development Fund, a fund allocated by the government which aimed to grow the Internet of Things capabilities for businesses in the
Services Sector. She was also involved in promoting the Green Technology Fund created by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation.
She then held the position of Director of Resource based industries covering food, wood based including furniture, paper packaging and oil palm industries between January 2013 to November 2014. Thereafter, she served as Executive Director until August 2017 covering the industries in Oil & Gas, Maritime, Green Technology, Healthcare, Hospital and Education Services. She had led and guided the team in developing and creating new policies to further grow investments into several sectors. She also served as chairperson for
various committees including Committees on Import Duty Exemption on raw materials, Expatriates Posts and Task Force under the Industry 4.0.
From September 2017 and until her retirement in July 2018, she was promoted as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Strategic Planning and Coordination where her job scope covered reviewing policies on various initiatives for further enhancement of identified sub-sectors to leap frog the growth of industries.
Puan Azian is also the Independent Non-Executive Director of Wellcall Holdings Berhad, Bonia Corporation Berhad and Texchem Resources Berhad. She does not have any family relationship with any director and/or
major shareholder of the Company and has no conflict of interest with the Company.
She has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 62 | Female
Puan Rashidah was appointed to our Board on 18 September 2023 and as a member of the Nominating Committee on 30 May 2024. She holds a Bachelor Degree of International Business from the University Memphis, Tennessee, USA.
She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from December 1989 to February 2022. She has over 30 years of experience in various divisions and capacities in Foreign Direct Invesment (“FDI”) and Domestic
Investment related matters during her tenure with MIDA.
She started her career as an Assistant Accounts Officer in Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam, Pension Department from April 1985 to December 1985. She then joined MIDA in 1989 starting with the Planning and International Cooperation, followed by Building Materials, Textiles & Misc. Industries Division and Promotion Division. She joined the Startegic Planning and Policy Advocacy Division from 2008 to 2018, was working with policies, guidelines and incentives, on gas and electricity, human capital and expatriates’ requirements for the manufacturing sector, representing MIDA/MITI on Chapters of investment in bilateral and multi-trade agreements (FTAs, APEC, RECP), as well as the custodian and coordination of MIDA’s overall development budget. She was the Director of this Division since 2014, with additional responsibilities by overseeing MIDA’s Annual Budget (Incentive) Proposal and be the focal point of contact for inputs/reports on investments to local and international agencies/bodies.
She then held the position of Director of MIDA London cum Minister Counsellor (Investment), High Commission of Malaysia, London from October 2018 to December 2021 by promoting FDI in the targeted sector of manufacturing and services from the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland in Malaysia.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company, and does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company and has no conflict of interest with the Company.
She has attended two (2) out of two (2) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 59 | Male
Dato’ P’ng Soo Hong was appointed to our Board on 12 September 2024. He holds a Bachelor Degree in Social Science, Planning and Development from University Sains Malaysia, Penang.
Dato’ P’ng was the Vice President and Managing Director of Manufacturing Operations at First Solar Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. Dato’ P’ng oversees First Solar’s overall strategic direction and is responsible for the company’s operations, EHS, Quality & Reliability, Human Resources, Finance, IT and Supply Chain performance.
Dato’ P’ng joined First Solar in October 2008. Prior to that, Dato’ P’ng was attached to Intel Corporation and had served First Solar for 17 years up to April 2024 after graduating from university. While at Intel, Dato’ P’ng had the opportunity to lead several major functions, including Operation Management, Manufacturing System/Process, and Supply Chain Management development. Dato’ P’ng was the General Manager for Intel’s largest Assembly-Test Chipset Operation in Chengdu, China from 2004 to 2007. Thereafter, Dato’ P’ng was relocated to Intel’s 300mm Fab at Arizona.
Dato’ P’ng is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Titijaya Land Berhad and has directorships in various other public companies. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of Solarvest Holdings Berhad (“Solarvest” or “the Company”).
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 68 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board of Directors (“Board”) and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996..
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking known as Chartered Merchant Bankers Berhad) in year 1982 as Assistant Manager where he was involved in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical and Motor Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and in year 1996 was reassigned to establish the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, in charge of improving the company’s Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance.
He joined Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997 as Senior General Manager and was subsequently appointed as Chief Sdn Bhd after the company was acquired by Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In year 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as the IT division of the company. In year 2002, he was reappointed as the Reach Sdn Bhd (previously, Uniphone Sdn Bhd) responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in year 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Managing Director in 2006. During his tenure with the group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations, developing strategic planning, as well as annual operating plans for the group. He retired in year 2012.
Dato’ Che Halin is also an Independent Non- Executive Director of Signature International Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of Solarvest Holdings Berhad (“Solarvest” or “the Company”).
He has attended four (4) out of five (5) Board (“FYE 2022”).
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 43 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the LSSPV projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System design certificate from SEDA in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor company, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible of managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering including budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 43 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since commencement in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. After graduation, he established YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for the business development and management of the company. YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer
Malaysian | Aged 43 | Male
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong was appointed to our Board on 29 December 2021 and is our Group Chief of our Risk Management Committee. He is primarily responsible for overseeing our Group’s daily operations and implementation of organisation wide strategies. He also acts as our Group’s liaison with the relevant authorities for our solar PV projects.
He graduated from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering majoring in Electrical and Mechatronics. In 2012, he obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Ballarat, Australia. In 2021, he successfully completed Executive Education Programme on Mergers and Acquisition from Imperial College London.
He began his career with Intel Technology Sdn Bhd as a Failure Analysis Engineer in 2003 where he was involved in conducting various product tests and failure analysis to ensure smooth new product introductions. He left in 2007 and joined Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd in 2008 as a Senior Research & Development Project Lead where his responsibilities include leading and managing the product development activities based on product requests by the marketing team. Such product development activities comprise product design, product He was later promoted to Product Marketing Manager in 2010 where his responsibilities include overseeing the marketing function for the company’s industrial business segment and strategising marketing programmes for new product releases covering the Asia Pacific and Europe. During his stint at Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd is when he pursued his master’s degree on a part time basis.
He left Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd in 2013 and joined Dell Global Business Centre Sdn Bhd as a Product Marketing Manager. His responsibilities include developing the company’s third-party software solutions division, concentrating on selected markets in Asia Pacific such as the Southeast Asia region, China, Australia and New Zealand. He left in 2014 and joined Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd as a Marketing Director where he developed and implemented various EPCC strategic marketing plans. He was subsequently promoted to Group Chief Executive
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder interest with the Company.
He has attended one (1) out of one (1) Board meeting for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 49 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is the Chairperson of our Nominating Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Risk Management Committee.
She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a bachelor’s degree in She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn and was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, a partner in 2006 where she specialises in corporate and commercial banking, and real property related transaction. She began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company, and she does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 49 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in (“FCCA”) and is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”). He is the Chairman of our Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee. He is also a member of the Nominating Committee.
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, Lim & Co and Hew & Tan for approximately four (4) years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Group Chief Operating Officer, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Solutions consultation to small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve productivity and profitability. He was the President of the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship-Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia) in year 2020 and 2021.
He does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 65 | Female
Ms. Azian Binti Mohd Yusof was appointed to our Board and as a member of the Audit Committee on 29 July 2021. She holds a Bachelor Degree of Economics from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from June 1982 until July 2018. Since then, she has over 30 years of experience in promoting the growth of investments in Malaysia during her tenure with MIDA.
She was the Director of Communications and Media Division from 2007 to 2010 and was responsible for the branding and strategising MIDA’s position globally through collaborations with Forbes, Nikkei and other notable media companies. From 2010 to 2013, she became the Director of Business Services Division and was involved in the development and promotion of the Services Sector Capacity Development Fund, a fund allocated by the government which aimed to grow the Internet of Things capabilities for businesses in the Services Sector. She was also involved in promoting the Green Technology Fund created by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation.
She then held the position of Director of Resource based industries covering food, wood based including furniture, paper packaging and oil palm industries between January 2013 to November 2014. Thereafter, she served as Executive Director until August 2017 covering the industries in Oil & Gas, Maritime, Green Technology, Healthcare, Hospital and Education Services. She had led and guided the team in developing and creating new policies to further grow investments into several sectors. She also served as chairperson for various committees including Committees on Import Duty Exemption on raw materials, Expatriates Posts and Task Force under the Industry 4.0.
From September 2017 and until her retirement in July 2018, she was promoted as the Deputy Chief and Coordination where her job scope covered reviewing policies on various initiatives for further the growth of industries.
Ms. Azian is also the Independent Non-Executive Director of Bonia Corporation Berhad and Texchem Resources Berhad. She does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 57 | Male
Mr. Lee Hai Peng was appointed to our Board on 7 July 2022. He was appointed as a member of the Nominating and the Remuneration Committees on 7 July from Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK) in August 1994. He is a registered Chartered Accountant with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and has over twenty-seven (27) years of working experiences in the field of audit, marketing, corporate finance and accounting.
He began his career as an Audit Assistant with BDO Binder in June 1991 where he was involved in various audit assignments for public listed companies in Malaysia. He left in November 1992 to join Messrs Gee & Co as its Branch Manager, responsible for its audit, secretarial and tax matters. In December 1994, he joined Trontex (M) Sdn Bhd as an Executive Director, where he was responsible for the overall business operations of the company. Subsequently, he joined Chin Hin Group Berhad in September 2008 as the Group Accountant. He was promoted and become the Group Financial Controller in April 2009 and was appointed as the Non-Independent Executive Director on 23 January 2015.
He is currently a Non-Independent Executive Director of Chin Hin Group Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He was appointed after the FYE 2022 and did not attend any meetings of the Board and Board Committees.
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 67 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board of Directors (“Board”) and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996..
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking known as Chartered Merchant Bankers Berhad) in year 1982 as Assistant Manager where he was involved in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical and Motor Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and in year 1996 was reassigned to establish the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, in charge of improving the company’s Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance.
He joined Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997 as Senior General Manager and was subsequently appointed as Chief Sdn Bhd after the company was acquired by Time Engineering Berhad in year 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In year 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as the IT division of the company. In year 2002, he was reappointed as the Reach Sdn Bhd (previously, Uniphone Sdn Bhd) responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in year 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Managing Director in 2006. During his tenure with the group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations, developing strategic planning, as well as annual operating plans for the group. He retired in year 2012.
Dato’ Che Halin is also an Independent Non- Executive Director of Signature International Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of Solarvest Holdings Berhad (“Solarvest” or “the Company”).
He has attended four (4) out of five (5) Board (“FYE 2022”).
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 42 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the LSSPV projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System design certificate from SEDA in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor company, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible of managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering including budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 42 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since commencement in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. After graduation, he established YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for the business development and management of the company. YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer
Malaysian | Aged 42 | Male
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong was appointed to our Board on 29 December 2021 and is our Group Chief of our Risk Management Committee. He is primarily responsible for overseeing our Group’s daily operations and implementation of organisation wide strategies. He also acts as our Group’s liaison with the relevant authorities for our solar PV projects.
He graduated from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in 2003 with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering majoring in Electrical and Mechatronics. In 2012, he obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from University of Ballarat, Australia. In 2021, he successfully completed Executive Education Programme on Mergers and Acquisition from Imperial College London.
He began his career with Intel Technology Sdn Bhd as a Failure Analysis Engineer in 2003 where he was involved in conducting various product tests and failure analysis to ensure smooth new product introductions. He left in 2007 and joined Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd in 2008 as a Senior Research & Development Project Lead where his responsibilities include leading and managing the product development activities based on product requests by the marketing team. Such product development activities comprise product design, product He was later promoted to Product Marketing Manager in 2010 where his responsibilities include overseeing the marketing function for the company’s industrial business segment and strategising marketing programmes for new product releases covering the Asia Pacific and Europe. During his stint at Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd is when he pursued his master’s degree on a part time basis.
He left Avago Technologies (M) Sdn Bhd in 2013 and joined Dell Global Business Centre Sdn Bhd as a Product Marketing Manager. His responsibilities include developing the company’s third-party software solutions division, concentrating on selected markets in Asia Pacific such as the Southeast Asia region, China, Australia and New Zealand. He left in 2014 and joined Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd as a Marketing Director where he developed and implemented various EPCC strategic marketing plans. He was subsequently promoted to Group Chief Executive
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder interest with the Company.
He has attended one (1) out of one (1) Board meeting for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 48 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is the Chairperson of our Nominating Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Risk Management Committee.
She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a bachelor’s degree in She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn and was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, a partner in 2006 where she specialises in corporate and commercial banking, and real property related transaction. She began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company, and she does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 48 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in (“FCCA”) and is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”). He is the Chairman of our Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee. He is also a member of the Nominating Committee.
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, Lim & Co and Hew & Tan for approximately four (4) years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Group Chief Operating Officer, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Solutions consultation to small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve productivity and profitability. He was the President of the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship-Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia) in year 2020 and 2021.
He does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 64 | Female
Ms. Azian Binti Mohd Yusof was appointed to our Board and as a member of the Audit Committee on 29 July 2021. She holds a Bachelor Degree of Economics from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from June 1982 until July 2018. Since then, she has over 30 years of experience in promoting the growth of investments in Malaysia during her tenure with MIDA.
She was the Director of Communications and Media Division from 2007 to 2010 and was responsible for the branding and strategising MIDA’s position globally through collaborations with Forbes, Nikkei and other notable media companies. From 2010 to 2013, she became the Director of Business Services Division and was involved in the development and promotion of the Services Sector Capacity Development Fund, a fund allocated by the government which aimed to grow the Internet of Things capabilities for businesses in the Services Sector. She was also involved in promoting the Green Technology Fund created by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation.
She then held the position of Director of Resource based industries covering food, wood based including furniture, paper packaging and oil palm industries between January 2013 to November 2014. Thereafter, she served as Executive Director until August 2017 covering the industries in Oil & Gas, Maritime, Green Technology, Healthcare, Hospital and Education Services. She had led and guided the team in developing and creating new policies to further grow investments into several sectors. She also served as chairperson for various committees including Committees on Import Duty Exemption on raw materials, Expatriates Posts and Task Force under the Industry 4.0.
From September 2017 and until her retirement in July 2018, she was promoted as the Deputy Chief and Coordination where her job scope covered reviewing policies on various initiatives for further the growth of industries.
Ms. Azian is also the Independent Non-Executive Director of Bonia Corporation Berhad and Texchem Resources Berhad. She does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the FYE 2022.
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 56 | Male
Mr. Lee Hai Peng was appointed to our Board on 7 July 2022. He was appointed as a member of the Nominating and the Remuneration Committees on 7 July from Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (UK) in August 1994. He is a registered Chartered Accountant with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants and has over twenty-seven (27) years of working experiences in the field of audit, marketing, corporate finance and accounting.
He began his career as an Audit Assistant with BDO Binder in June 1991 where he was involved in various audit assignments for public listed companies in Malaysia. He left in November 1992 to join Messrs Gee & Co as its Branch Manager, responsible for its audit, secretarial and tax matters. In December 1994, he joined Trontex (M) Sdn Bhd as an Executive Director, where he was responsible for the overall business operations of the company. Subsequently, he joined Chin Hin Group Berhad in September 2008 as the Group Accountant. He was promoted and become the Group Financial Controller in April 2009 and was appointed as the Non-Independent Executive Director on 23 January 2015.
He is currently a Non-Independent Executive Director of Chin Hin Group Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He was appointed after the FYE 2022 and did not attend any meetings of the Board and Board Committees.
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 66 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996.
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking division of Permata Chartered Merchant Bank Berhad (now known as Affin Investment Bank Berhad) in 1982 as Assistant Manager where he was involved in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and subsequently joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and reassigned to the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, in charge of improving the company’s institutional marketing and establishment of bancassurance. During his stint with Sime AXA Assurance Berhad is when he pursued his master’s degree on a part time basis.
He joined Time Engineering Berhad in 1997 as Senior General Manager and was subsequently appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Uniphone Sdn Bhd after the company was acquired by Time Engineering Berhad in 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as the IT division of the company. In 2002, he was reassigned as the Chief Operating Officer of Time Reach Sdn Bhd (previously, Uniphone Sdn Bhd) responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Executive Officer before being promoted to Group Managing Director in 2006. During his tenure with the group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations, developing strategic planning, as well as annual operating plans for the group. He retired in 2012.
Dato’ Che Halin is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Signature International Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. He has no family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of Solarvest Holdings Berhad (“Solarvest” or “the Company”).
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the financial year ended 31 March 2021 (“FYE 2021”).
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 41 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the LSSPV projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design certificate from SEDA in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor company, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible of managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering including budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd. As at LPD, Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd is still in operation and is not a competitor to our Group as the company is involved in provision of electrical works for buildings and not in the solar PV industry.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 41 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since commencement in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. After graduation, he established YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for the business development and management of the company. YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 37 | Male
Mr. Chiau Haw Choon is our Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and corporate representative of Chin Hin Group Berhad (“Chin Hin”). He was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is a member of our Remuneration Committee and Nominating Committee.
He graduated from Deakin University, Australia with a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing in 2009. Upon his graduation, he joined his family business, Chin Hin as the Group Managing Director. In 2017, he has also earned the Malaysian Entrepreneur of the year 2017 award from Ernst & Young.
He is the Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of Chin Hin Group Property Berhad since 2017 and was redesignated to Executive Director in 2018. He also serves as Director for a number of subsidiaries of Chin Hin and Chin Hin Group Property Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. On 8 March 2021, he was appointed as the Executive Director of Signature International Berhad.
He is the son of Datuk Seri Chiau Beng Teik, JP and Datin Seri Wong Mee Leng, both of which are the major shareholders of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 47 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is the Chairperson of our Nominating Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Risk Management Committee.
She holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a bachelor’s degree in Law from University of Sheffield. She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn and was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, Zahardin & Partners, a firm established since 1981, as a partner in 2006 where she specialises in corporate and commercial banking, and real property related transaction. She began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, specialising in the field of capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company, and she does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 47 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (“FCCA”) and is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (“MIA”). He is the Chairman of our Risk Management Committee, Audit Committee and Remuneration Committee. He is also a member of the Nominating Committee.
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, Lim & Co and Hew & Tan for approximately four (4) years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Group Chief Operating Officer, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Solutions Sdn. Bhd., a business consulting firm that provides consultation to small and medium-sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve productivity and profitability. He is currently the President of the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship- Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia).
He does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 63 | Female
Ms. Azian Binti Mohd Yusof was appointed to our Board and as a member of the Audit Committee on 29 July 2021. She holds a Bachelor Degree of Economics from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
She served the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (“MIDA”), a government agency under the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (“MITI”), from June 1982 until July 2018. Since then, she has over 30 years of experience in promoting the growth of investments in Malaysia during her tenure with MIDA.
She was the Director of Communications and Media Division from 2007 to 2010 and was responsible for the branding and strategising MIDA’s position globally through collaborations with Forbes, Nikkei and other notable media companies. From 2010 to 2013, she became the Director of Business Services Division and was involved in the development and promotion of the Services Sector Capacity Development Fund, a fund allocated by the government which aimed to grow the Internet of Things (“IoT”) capabilities for businesses in the Services Sector. She was also involved in promoting the Green Technology Fund created by the government under the Malaysian Green Technology Corporation.
She then held the position of Director of Resource based industries covering food, wood based including furniture, paper packaging and oil palm industries between January 2013 to November 2014. Thereafter, she served as Executive Director until August 2017 covering the industries in Oil & Gas, Maritime, Green Technology, Healthcare, Hospital and Education Services. She had led and guided the team in developing and creating new policies to further grow investments into several sectors. She also served as chairperson for various committees including Committees on Import Duty Exemption on raw materials, Expatriates Posts and Task Force under the Industry 4.0.
From September 2017 and until her retirement in July 2018, she was promoted as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Strategic Planning and Coordination where her job scope covered reviewing policies on various initiatives for further enhancement of identified sub-sectors to leap frog the growth of industries.
Ms. Azian is also the Independent Non-Executive Director of Bonia Corporation Berhad. She does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She did not attend any Board meeting for the FYE 2021 as she was newly appointed to the Board on 29 July 2021.
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Aged 65 | Male
Dato’ Che Halin Bin Mohd Hashim was appointed to our Board and the Chairman of the Board on 14 September 2018. He is the Chairman of our Remuneration Committee and is also a member of our Audit Committee and Nomination Committee. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from University of Leeds, United Kingdom in 1979. He subsequently obtained a Masters of Business Administration from Ohio University, United States of America in 1996.
Dato’ Che Halin began his career as Technical Officer with Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (“MIDF”) in 1980. He was responsible for processing and reviewing loan applications and loan performance. He left MIDF to join the banking division of Permata Chartered Merchant Bank Berhad in marketing, evaluation and granting of loans as well as loan disbursement and collections. He left the bank as Manager in 1991 and subsequently joined Sime AXA Assurance Berhad as Manager of its Technical Division. He was promoted to Senior Manager and reassigned to the Institutional Marketing and Bancassurance department in 1996, responsible for improving the company’s institutional marketing and establishment of bancassurance. During his stint with Sime AXA Assurance Berhad, he also pursued his Masters of Business Administration on a part time basis.
He left and joined Time Engineering Berhad in 1997 as Senior General Manager. He was subsequently Engineering Berhad in 1997. He was responsible for the operations and integration of Uniphone Sdn Bhd with Time Engineering Berhad. In 1998, he was appointed as Director of Business Support Services of TT dotCom Sdn Bhd where he was responsible for overseeing the regulatory, customer service, credit risk management, as well as IT functions of the company. In 2002, he was reassigned back as he was responsible for managing and implementing plans to improve the business performance of the company.
He left Time Reach Sdn Bhd in 2005 to join Cement Industries of Malaysia Berhad as its Chief Executive group, he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operations of the group, as well as developing strategic planning and annual operating plans. He retired in 2012. Since then, he only had directorships in other private businesses.
Dato’ Che Halin does not hold directorships in any other public companies and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the financial year ended (FYE) 31 March 2020.
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 40 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth of our Group since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the LSSPV projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design certificate from SEDA in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible in managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering to budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd. As at LPD, Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd is still in operations but it is not in competition with our Group as it is involved in provision of electrical works for buildings and not in the solar PV industry.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public companies and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the financial year ended (FYE) 31 March 2020.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 41 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth of our Group since we commenced business in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public companies and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
He has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the financial year ended (FYE) 31 March 2020.
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 37 | Male
Mr. Chiau Haw Choon is our Non-Independent Non-Executive Director and corporate representative of Chin Hin Group Berhad (“Chin Hin”). He was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018 and is a member of our Remuneration Committee and Nominating Committee.
He graduated from Deakin University, Australia with a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing in 2009. Upon his graduation, he joined his family business, Chin Hin as the Group Managing Director. In 2017, he has also earned the Malaysian Entrepreneur of the year 2017 award from Ernst & Young.
He is the Non-Independent Non-Executive Director of Chin Hin Group Property Berhad since 2017 and was redesignated to Executive Director in 2018. He also serves as Director for a number of subsidiaries of Chin Hin and Chin Hin Group Property Berhad and has directorships in various other private businesses. On 8 March 2021, he was appointed as the Executive Director of Signature International Berhad.
He is the son of Datuk Seri Chiau Beng Teik, JP and Datin Seri Wong Mee Leng, both of which are the major shareholders of the Company.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2021.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 46 | Female
Ms. Fong Shin Ni was appointed to our Board on 14 September 2018, and is the Chairman of our Nomination Committee. She is also a member of our Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee and Risk Management Committee.
She holds a Masters in Business Administration from Cardiff University as well as a Bachelor of Law (honours) Degree from the University of Sheffield. She has a Barrister-At-Law from Lincoln’s Inn, and was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1999.
Ms. Fong Shin Ni joined Messrs. Chew Kar Meng, Zahardin & Partners, a firm established since 1981, as a partner in 2006 where she specialises in corporate and commercial banking, and real property related transaction. Initially, she began her career in Messrs. Zul Rafique & Partners handling corporate matters, specialising in the field of capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and the provision of corporate advisory services.
She does not hold directorships in any other public company and she does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
She has attended three (3) out of three (3) Board meetings for the financial year ended (FYE) 31 March 2020.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 46 | Male
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi was appointed to our Board on 24 February 2020. He has a Fellow membership in The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and is a member of the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA). He is the Chairman of our Risk Committee and Audit Committee, and is also a member of Remuneration Committee and Nomination Committee.
Mr. Gan Teck Hooi began his career as an audit associate and served in Yeo, lim & Co and Hew & Tan for approximately four (4) years before joining the commercial industry. He joined Rohas-Euco Industries Bhd as Assistant Finance Manager in 2002 and was promoted to Finance Manager in 2004. He then joined TSH Resources Bhd as Finance Manager in 2006. In 2007, he joined Hexagon Holdings Bhd as Senior Finance Manager and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2009.
In 2010, he joined the Poney Group of Companies (“PONEY”) as Group Chief Operating Officer, where he was responsible for overseeing the overall business operation of the group as well as the establishment of international retail presence. He left PONEY in year 2014 and founded ICFO Solutions Sdn. Bhd., a business consulting firm to provide business consultation to small and medium sized enterprises (“SME”) to improve productivity and profitability. He is currently Ihe President for the International Council for SME and Entrepreneurship-Malaysia (ICSMEE Malaysia).
He does not hold directorships in any other public companies and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/ or major shareholder of the Company.
Mr. Gan does not attend any Boord meeting for the FYE 31 March 2020 as there was no Boord meeling convened for the FYE 31 March 2020 after he was appointed to the Board on 24 February 2020.
Managing Director
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Lim Chin Siu has been our Director since incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since we commenced business in 2012. He is primarily responsible for our Group’s overall business strategy and corporate direction. He is in charge of execution and implementation of our Group’s business plans. He also oversees the utility-scale solar projects of our Group, especially on the technical aspects of the projects.
He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from University of Hertfordshire, United Kingdom in 2003. He also obtained the Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design certificate from Sustainable Energy Development Authority of Malaysia (“SEDA”) in 2014.
He began his career with Lim Electric Company in 2003 as Project Engineer where he was in charge of installation, supply and commissioning of electrical systems. He left in 2006 to establish Dynamic Primajaya Sdn Bhd, an electrical contractor company, with 3 other partners in the same year. He was responsible of managing various aspects of the company’s electrical projects from documentation to tendering including budget controls. He was also involved in the company’s business development activities and business strategy planning. He subsequently exited the business and resigned in 2013 to focus on Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd.
Mr. Lim Chin Siu does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Lim Chin Siu has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has been our Director since the date of incorporation of the Company, i.e. 20 September 2017. He is also the co-founder of our Group and has been jointly spearheading the business growth since commencement in 2012. He is responsible for the business development of our Group including administration
matters.
He graduated from KDU College (previously known as Kolej Damansara Utama), Malaysia, with a Higher Diploma in Computer Studies in 2001. After graduation, he established YH Digital Sdn Bhd with his family members, principally involved in the trading of computers and related parts. He was responsible for the business development and management of the company. YH Digital Sdn Bhd ceased its operations in 2012 when he ventured into the solar PV industry via Atlantic Blue Sdn Bhd with Mr. Lim Chin Siu and his brother, Mr. Tan Paw Boon.
Mr. Tan Chyi Boon does not hold directorships in any other public company, and he does not have any family relationship with any other director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Tan Chyi Boon has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer
Malaysian | Aged 44 | Male
Mr. Chong Chun Shiong was appointed to the Board on 29 December 2021 as Executive Director and a member of the Sustainability and Risk Management Committee. Under his leadership as the Group Chief Executive Officer, the Group has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a small and medium enterprise to a public listed company on Bursa Securities’ Main Market.
Mr. Chong’s strategic vision and execution have been instrumental in the Group’s success in becoming an industry leader in clean energy. He has spearheaded the development and implementation of successful commercial plans for the Malaysian solar market, encompassing grid-tied, off-grid, and self-consumption models across various segments, including residential, commercial, and industrial as well as utility-scale solar.
Driven by the vision of “Energising A Regenerative World”, Solarvest has established a strong track record in the solar energy industry, with a cumulative portfolio of over 1GWp. With Mr. Chong at the helm, Solarvest is actively venturing beyond solar energy, exploring new clean energy verticals such as battery energy storage systems, green mobility, green hydrogen and more. Additionally, Solarvest is also expanding its geographical footprint in Asia Pacific, which further strengthens the Group’s position regionally as a comprehensive clean energy expert.
His commitment to sustainability extends beyond the Group. He serves as the President of the Malaysian Photovoltaic Industry Association (“MPIA”), actively advocating for the advancement of solar policies in Malaysia and promoting the country’s role in relation to the global sustainability movement.
Mr. Chong began his career in engineering before transitioning into business and management roles. Prior to Solarvest, he has taken on various roles in multinational companies like Intel, Avago Technologies, and Dell. He joined Solarvest in 2014 as a Co-Founder and Marketing Director and has assumed the role of Group Chief
Executive Officer since 1 April 2017.
He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, majoring in Electrical and Mechatronics from the Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (2003) and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Ballarat, Australia (2012). In addition, he has completed an Executive Education Programme on Mergers and Acquisition from
Imperial College London (2021).
Mr. Chong does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Chong Chun Shiong has 10,000,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended five (5) out of five (5) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Executive Director and Group Chief Strategy Officer
Malaysian | Aged 36 | Male
Mr. Liew Chee Ing has over 14 years of experience in the energy and oil & gas sectors and brings strong strategy, business advisory expertise and holistic experience from the energy industry, covering power generation, transmission, distribution, retail, and policy setting from both private players and regulatory bodies perspective. He joined Solarvest as Group Chief Strategy Officer in 2021 and appointed to current position on September 2023.
Mr. Liew started his career with Schlumberger Limited (“Schlumberger”) in 2011 as an Offshore Field Engineer where he was involved in oil & gas exploration across the globe, running seismic, directional drilling and logging services, and accomplished several world record-breaking drilling operations. He held various roles
and assignments during his tenure in Schlumberger namely operations, technical, and business development in more than 10 countries. His last position in Schlumberger was as Drilling Services Manager, managing various International Oil Companies (IOC) drilling services operations with over 100 workforces to streamline
service delivery across project operations.
In 2018, Mr. Liew joined Sarawak Energy Berhad (“SEB”) and headed the corporate development division where he spearheaded SEBs strategic foresight and innovation development, new energy venture and corporate continuous improvement. He developed new business strategies and drove corporate growth by identifying acquisition and strategic investment opportunities across the energy market such as solar energy, energy storage development, hydrogen business, renewable energy certificates venture, electric vehicles
roadmap, etc.
Throughout his career in SEB, Mr. Liew also drove Corporate Organizational Excellence with continuous improvement through operational excellence and operational innovation initiatives to improve the financial and operating performance of SEB.
Mr. Liew does not hold directorships in any other public company. He has no family relationship with any director and/or major shareholder of the Company and has no conflict of interest with the Company.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Liew has 1,900,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable.
He has attended two (2) out of two (2) Board meetings for the FYE 2024.
Group Vice President | Global Sales, Asset and Marketing
Malaysian | Aged 34 | Male
Mr. Tan Qi Jie stands out as a key member of Solarvest’s management team. He has over 10 years of experience in various segments in the clean energy and construction industry.
His exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and operational expertise position him as a driving force in the clean energy sector, shaping a brighter future for Solarvest and the industry. Currently, he
is spearheading the Company’s global commercial operation as a Group Vice President, global sales, assets, and marketing across 7 regions including Malaysia, Singapore, Vietnam, Taiwan, Indonesia,
Thailand, and the Philippines.
His expertise includes securing strategic investments and navigating mergers and acquisitions (“M&A”) to propel the company’s expansion. He structures effective Power Purchase Agreements (“PPAs”) that create win-win situations for both Solarvest
and its clients. He demonstrates exceptional ability in managing
a growing portfolio of assets, ensuring optimal performance, and maximizing return on investment. He has led multi-million-dollar contracts in the commercial and industrial (“C&I”) as well as utility-scale space. He has secured investments in the hundreds of millions for assets, leading to the development of a remarkable gigawatt (“GW”) asset portfolio. His collaborative efforts with Fortune 500 companies support their environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) goals while solidifying Solarvest’s position as a reliable partner.
Before Solarvest, he was in real estate and construction industry, where he gained valuable experience in various stage of construction.
He possesses a Bachelor’s degree in Civil and Structural Engineering from the University of Leeds (UK, 2012) and SEDA certification in Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System Design.
He is the brother of Tan Chyi Boon, Executive Director of Solarvest. As at 28 June 2024, he has a direct interest of 241,700 ordinary shares, 298,675 Warrants A 2021/2026, and 2,130,000 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable in the Company.
Chief Financial Officer
Malaysian | Aged 46 | Male
Mr. Liew Kong Fatt has more than 20 years of experience in audit, corporate finance and corporate advisory. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst charter holder and members of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and the MIA.
He started his career in an international accounting firm – Grant Thornton. After 3 years of varied audit and consultancy exposures, he joined the Corporate Finance Division in Malaysian International Merchant Bankers Berhad from 2004 to 2006 and later in CIMB Investment Bank Berhad (“CIMB”) from 2007 to 2010. During his years in the investment banks, he had garnered extensive experience in advising Malaysian public listed companies in the areas of initial public offering, fund raising, corporate restructuring and corporate finance advisory. After 7 years of originating, structuring and executing various deals over multiple industries, he left CIMB as a Manager of Corporate Finance in 2010.
He then joined Tan Chong Motor Holdings Berhad Group (“Tan Chong Group”) in 2011 with his last position held as the General Manager of Corporate Planning where he planned and executed Tan Chong Group’s financial funding needs and mergers & acquisitions exercises. He left Tan Chong Group in 2022 with both equity and debt transaction experience to assume his current role in Solarvest as Chief Financial Officer who takes charge of all financial matters of the Group including financial reporting and operations, corporate finance, investor relations, treasury, tax, financial planning
and analysis.
As at 28 June 2024, he has 840,000 outstanding
ESOS that are exercisable.
Chief Operating Officer
Malaysian | Aged 46 | Male
Mr. Yap Pei Koon brings over 20 years of extensive experience in the renewable energy, power generation, and oil & gas industries. He joined Solarvest in 2020 as Head of Operations, where he played a pivotal role in overseeing the operations of Solarvest and its subsidiaries (“the Group”) and executing strategic business initiatives. Since his appointment as Chief Operating Officer in November 2021, Mr. Yap has been instrumental in supporting the Group Chief Executive Officer and managing the Group’s daily operations and strategic implementation.
Mr. Yap began his career in 2001 with Impian Tekad Sdn. Bhd. as a Project Engineer, contributing to various combined cycle and hydro power plant projects. In 2010, he joined Sapura Energy Berhad
(“Sapura”) as a Project Manager, where he was later promoted to Senior Project Manager. During his tenure at Sapura, he significantly increased the revenue of a business unit from USD 1 million to USD 40 million and successfully led the execution of Sapura’s first Floating Storage & Offloading (“FSO”) and Deepwater Floating Production,
Storage & Offloading (“FPSO”) projects.
In 2014, Mr. Yap transitioned to contract employment as a Project Manager with start-up oil & gas service providers in Malaysia. He took a career break in 2016 and qualified as an accredited Facilitator for the Personal Efficiency Program, coaching corporate executives to achieve sustainable productivity improvements.
Mr. Yap resumed his career in 2019 with Trans Fame Offshore Sdn. Bhd. (“Trans Fame”) as a Project Manager. Shortly thereafter, he was promoted to General Manager, where he reduced overall operational costs by 22% and successfully delivered the Gumusut Kakap 2019 Turnaround Campaign, preventing a potential production loss valued at approximately USD 10 million per day for his client.
As at 28 June 2024, Mr. Yap holds a direct interest of 9,900 ordinary shares and 1,141,200 outstanding ESOS that are exercisable in the Company.
Chief Investment Officer
German | Aged 49 | Male
Mr. Daniel Ruppert brings over 15 years of experience in investment banking and business management to his position as Chief Investment Officer. As a German citizen who has resided in Malaysia for 20 years, Daniel has a deep understanding of the Malaysian market. He drives strategic investments and growth leveraging his strong track record in the TMT (Technology, Media, Telecommunications) and energy sector.
He joined Solarvest in July 2024 as Chief Investment Officer. Daniel’s role includes clean energy asset acquisitions, portfolio management, risk management, and strategic capital allocation. He is on the lookout for immediate investment opportunities for various clean energy technologies across the ASEAN region. This encompasses solar, wind, hydropower, biogas/biomass, energy storage, energy efficiency and EV ecosystem.
Prior to joining our team, he served as the CEO of Sedania Innovator Bhd (KLSE: SEDANIA / 0178), a public-listed company in KL, from 2018. In this role, he drove green investments in sustainable infrastructure and renewable energy, and successfully transformed Sedania into a profitable corporation. Under his leadership, Sedania achieved its highest profit twice in 2019 and 2021.
Daniel began his career as an investment banker in London, gaining extensive experience before transitioning to senior roles in various industries. He has also led LNE Network Systems (Asia) SDN BHD in Germany and founded two successful companies in Malaysia: Presto Grocery Sdn Bhd and A.D. Arif Solutions Sdn Bhd.
He also serves as a Non-Executive Director at ESPL Esports Players League, an esports tournament platform in Singapore.
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