The SME World Forum Kuala Lumpur 2024 (SWFKL 2024) began on a high note on 26 November 2024 with a delightful and memorable Welcome Reception held at the prestigious Malaysian Petroleum Club (MPC) in Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur.
Hosted by ICSB Malaysia Network (IMN) Coordinator, Dr. Zakaria Taib, the event brought together a distinguished group of attendees, including representatives from the National Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Malaysia (NAWEM), ESG Association of Malaysia, Small and Medium Enterprises Association (SAMENTA), and Malaysia Association of Public Advocacy for Nature (MAPAN), alongside prominent business owners and entrepreneurs.
Among the esteemed guests were the President of ICSB Philippines, Eric Caeg; Vice-Chancellor of Mila University, Prof. Dr. Jason Fitzsimmons; and Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Graham Kendall.
Asia e University and its School of Professional and Executive Education Development (SPEED) were represented by Prof. Dr. Juhary Ali, Dean of the School of Management; Dr. S. Sri Kumar, SPEED Advisory Council Member; and Philip Lim, Head of SPEED.
The evening set a perfect tone for fostering collaboration, sharing insights, and celebrating the dynamic ecosystem of small and medium enterprises.