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Discover the leaders, innovators, and changemakers shaping the future of Asia. Tatler celebrates trailblazers across industries who are making a significant impact on society, culture, and the economy throughout the region and around the world
Malek Ali
Founder, BFM Radio
A serial entrepreneur, Malek Ali founded BFM Radio for diversity in the nation’s airwaves
Scha Alyahya
Model, actor, entrepreneur
This Malaysian style icon and actress is a social media superstar
Mahaletchumy Arujanan
Executive director, Malaysian Biotechnology Information Centre
An internationally renowned science communicator championing the rights of many
Awal Ashaari
Actor, host, entrepreneur
This Malaysian actor and TV host is known for his charismatic personality and boundary-pushing style
Dato' Mohd Azizulhasni Awang
National track cyclist
A brilliant cyclist who gives his all for the pride of the nation
Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar Albukhary
Founder, Albukhary Foundation
The Malaysian tycoon pays it forward by supporting education and the arts
Alia Bastamam
Fashion designer, Alia Bastamam
Alia Bastamam is an acclaimed Malaysian fashion designer expanding her signature resortwear across Southeast Asia and global runways
Dato’ Dr Nick Boden
CEO, Immunitee
An entrepreneur and humanitarian, whose love for nature is helping keep the nation clean
Marion Caunter
Entrepreneur and Social Influencer, Hairplay Salon and MARE
More than Malaysia’s foremost style icon, Marion Caunter is leading ventures that empower individuals to embrace their best selves
Datuk Seri Chai Kee Kan
Founder and group executive chairman, KK Group
For developing mini market chain KK Mart into a household name
Andrew Chan
Sustainability and climate change leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers
A key figure in developing the corporate sustainability agenda
Dato’ Sri Bernard Chandran
Fashion designer
Malaysia’s King of Fashion and Tatler’s Hall of Fame honouree is a trendsetter in his own right
Tan Sri Dr Jeffrey Cheah
Founder and chairman, Sunway Group
The renowned business tycoon has a significant impact in multiple sectors
Datin Mina Cheah-Foong
Managing director, InNature Berhad
A leading regional retailer of cosmetics and personal care, and a noted activist
Mary Chen
Founder, Beacon Hospital
The woman making top-quality oncological care more accessible to Malaysians
Vivienne Cheng
Joint group CEO, Berjaya Corporation
Part of an all-female board that upholds the group’s inclusive corporate culture
Jeffrey Chew
Executive director and group CEO, Paramount Corporation
A former banker turned real estate mogul
Datuk Yvonne Chia
Independent non-executive director and chairman, Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia
Known for being the first female CEO of a commercial bank in Malaysia
Darren Chin
Chef and Founder, Horizon Hospitality
A celebrated Malaysian chef who has earned Michelin acclaim and has been conferred Chevalier de l’Ordre du Mérite Agricole
Chin Ren Yi
Co-Founder and managing director, MyBurgerLab
A homegrown burger brand that's going places
Han Chong
Creative director, Self-Portrait
The Penang-born designer adds CEO to his resume and acquires French label Roland Mouret
Dato’ Frank Choo
Managing director, Xiao En
For helping Malaysians cope with loss and highlighting the value of life
Chow Mei Mei
Chairperson, Paratus Energy Services
An accomplished leader who mentors and empowers the underprivileged
Tan Sri Chua Ma Yu
Founder, CMY Capital
A prominent global capital markets investor also known for his philanthropic endeavours
Dr Premitha Damodaran
Obstetrician-gynaecologist, Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur
This award-winning ob-gyn is helping women with the management of menopause
Datuk Nicol Ann David
Co-founder, Nicol David Organisation
A squash icon empowering the next generation through sports, education and holistic family development across Malaysia
Dato’ Jeffri Salim Davidson
Group CEO, Sime Darby Berhad
Pioneering Sime Darby’s rise as a leader in the global automotive and industrial landscape
Ding Hong Sing
President, SME Association Malaysia
For supporting and promoting the SME industry locally
Amanda Nell Eu
Director, Ghost Grrrl Pictures
An award-winning director known for her thought-provoking features
Dato’ Simon Foong
Executive chairman, Aquawalk
Dato’ Simon Foong is the Group Executive Chairman of Aquawalk leading regional expansion, marine conservation and lifestyle ventures across Southeast Asia
Jean-Michel Gathy
Architect and principal designer, Denniston
A visionary architectural designer, dreaming up some of the most iconic luxury hotels and resorts
