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Chikako Shimizu found her passion in hospitality through an unexpected start as a waitress in Osaka. Now, she's general manager at the Hyatt Centric Kuala Lumpur, bringing her vision and warmth to this luxurious new hotel.
Women are finding - and creating - more space and opportunities to make themselves seen, heard and valued in the workplace and in society. They’re making clear that they’re valuable assets and they can help shape the world for the better.
Abir Abdul Rahim embarked on a mission to create a space for women to speak up, learn from one another, and thrive together. Her community, Lean In Malaysia, aims to help women break stereotypes and pursue their ambitions without limitations.
Michelle Goh is the youngest female Malaysian chef and first Sarawakian to be awarded a Michelin star. Mia Bangkok, the restaurant she founded with her partner is a culinary sensation helping nurture the next generation of chefs.
Bersih 2.0 chairman Maria Chin Abdullah has left a mark in many arenas: she’s a feminist and staunch human rights defender whose legacy includes the founding of the All Women Action Society.
From iconic and multi-talented artiste to award-winning producer and director to a visionary entrepreneur who’s dedicated to crafting unique experiences for people, Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina has done it all – and she’s done it with heart and great aplomb.
Ivy Josiah has been a ferocious force of change, helming for over two decades the Women’s Aid Organisation, Malaysia’s first shelter for victims of domestic violence.
Under Dato’ Professor Dr Elizabeth Lee’s leadership since 1992, Sunway Education Group has grown into one of Malaysia’s largest and most well-known education establishments.
Regarded by many as the greatest women’s squash player of all time, Datuk Nicol Ann David dominated the sport as the world’s number one for an unprecedented – and still unmatched – nine years running.
With her fashion brand Sejauh Mata Memandang, Chitra Subyakto champions eco-friendly fashion, showcases Indonesian culture to a global audience - and also empowers women.