MSIA - Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association

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MSIA SME CONFERENCE 2024

05 Mar 2024 | EQ Kuala Lumpur

MSIA SME CONFERENCE 2024

INNOVATION : THE PATHWAY TO GROWTH

This conference aims to provide a platform for SME players in Malaysia to connect, learn, and grow. Given the importance of SMEs to Malaysia’s economy,

SMEs need to innovate to navigate the evolving business landscape, capitalize on emerging opportunities, address market challenges, meet customer expectations, and achieve sustainable growth.

The E&E industry has been a cornerstone of Malaysia’s economic development, significantly contributing to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth, investments, export earnings, and employment. Over the past 51 years, Malaysia has positioned itself as an important global E&E hub, attracting multinational companies (MNCs) and fostering the participation of Malaysian firms including SMEs in the global value chain.

MSIA is the collective voice of the semiconductor and electronics industry in Malaysia and we have more than 250 member companies across Malaysia including multinationals from US, Europe and North Asia.

Program

8:30 AM

Registration Starts

9:30 AM

Event Kick-off

9:45 AM

Opening Speech
Dato Seri Wong Siew Hai
President, Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA)

9:55 AM

Keynote Speech
YB Tuan Chang Lih Kang
Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI)

10:10 AM

Tea Break

10:30 AM

Rising to the Innovation Challenge: Strategies for SMEs to compete globally
Malaysia’s SMEs are faced with the challenge to be competitive at the global level. Innovation should be the pathway to growth for SMEs. How innovative and competitive are Malaysia’s SMEs relative to other countries? How can SME move forward and what are the innovation strategies

Moderator:

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Solomon Lorthu
Vice President & Managing Director, Penang Operations & Country Manager of Motorola Solutions Malaysia

Speakers:

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Johnson Chiang
Industrialization Director, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI)

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Ang Wee Seng
Executive Director, Singapore Semiconductor Industry Association (SSIA)

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Inv. Ts. Cheah Bok Eng
Organizing Chair of 2024 Malaysia Inventor and Innovator Convention (MyIIC), Exco Member of the Malaysian Invention and Design Society (MINDS)

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Tatiana Didlier
Senior Economist Finance, Competitiveness & Innovation, World Bank

11:40 AM

The Success Equation: Access to Resources for Innovation
For SME to thrive in a competitive industry like E&E, SMEs need to keep apace with business and technology developments. SME needs to be supported with access to various resources. What are the critical and necessary resources that SMEs need? What and where are these resources?

Moderator:

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J Philip Vincent
Group Director, GSH Precision Technology

Speakers:

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Datuk Ts. Dr. Mohd Nor Azman Bin Hassan
IDeputy Secretary General (Technology Development), Ministry Of Science, Technology and Innovation

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Rizatuddin Ramli
Director of Investment, Northern Corridor Implementation Authority (NCIA)

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Noor Suziyanti Saad
Director of E&E Division, Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA)

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Azizi Mustafa
CEO, Malaysian Industrial Development Finance Berhad (MIDF)

12:50 PM

Lunch

1:15 PM

Economic Outlook of Malaysia/Asia/Global

Speaker:

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Lee Heng Guie
Executive Director, Socio-Economic Research Centre (SERC)

2:00 PM

The Winning Edge: Keys to Success as an MNC Supplier
The Winning Edge: Keys to Success as an MNC Supplier

Moderator:

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CS Tan
Group Vice-President & General Manager, STMicroelectronics

Panelists:

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Dato’ Ng Suek Sern
Director, SIG Procurement, Micron Malaysia

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Kok Tiong Ng
Senior Vice President and Managing Director, Infineon Kulim

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Noorazidi Che Azib
Deputy Vice President, Inari Amertron Berhad

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TT Tang
Sourcing Director, Plexus

2:40 PM

Registration Starts

3:15 PM

Growth Catalysts: Unlocking Financing Strategies for Business Growth
Access to funding is critical for business success especially in the E&E industry. Whether as a startup or a SME that is seeking initial capital or an established SME aiming to scale operations, understanding and leveraging various financing strategies can serve as a catalyst for achieving business growth objectives. This panel discussion explores the financing strategies that SMEs can utilise to unlock opportunities, drive expansion, and maximize shareholder value from various different perspectives.

Moderator:

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Aina Zahari
Director Corporate Strategy, Bursa Malaysia

Panelists:

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Ts. Hj. Mohammad Hazani Hj. Hassan
Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC)

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Chunghee Woo (CH Woo)
Managing Director Partner, Intervest Korea

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Tan Cheow Han
Hanaura Partners

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Janet Lee
Head of Trade Sales, Transaction Banking, UOB Malaysia

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Elain Lockman
CEO, Ata Plus

4:30 PM

Beyond Borders : Nurturing SMEs into Global Champions
Malaysia aspires to have its home-grown Malaysian E&E global champions. How can Malaysia develop its own global E&E champions? Which areas does Malaysian companies excel in? What are the key strategies and best practices for Malaysian companies aiming to transcend borders, seize global opportunities, and achieve sustainable success on the international stage?

Moderator:

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Dato Seri Wong Siew Hai
President, Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA)

Panelists:

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Chu Jenn Weng
CEO, ViTrox Technologies

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Zalela Jaafar
Director of Electrical & Electronics, Information & Communication Technology and Machinery & Equipment Section, MATRADE

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Tan Cheow Han
Alex Yeow

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Janet Lee
Former Group CEO, The Star Group

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Datuk Phang Ah Tong
Independent Non-Executive Director, Media Prima

5:45 PM

MSIA SME INNOVATION NETWORKING SESSION

Meet The Speakers

MSIA SME CONFERENCE 2024

MSIA SME CONFERENCE 2024

INNOVATION : THE PATHWAY TO GROWTH

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