Hello Mentor

Walking away from a stable, six-figure banking job wasn’t easy. After ten years in the industry, Veronica Chew didn’t leave because she had a perfect plan, she left because she chose happiness and purpose over a high paycheck. At 33, between lockdowns and long days of remote work, she began to question what really mattered. “I remember jogging at the park when it hit me,” she shared. “Happiness is...

Azran Osman-Rani is best known for taking AirAsia X from a bold idea to a household name. But after years at cruising altitude, he noticed a different turbulence across workplaces, stress, burnout, and lifestyle risks quietly chipping away at performance. That insight pulled him into a new cockpit:  Naluri , the digital health company he co-founded to make mental well-being practical, measurable,...

Jin Tan didn’t set out to “fix” education in one swing. He kept seeing the same problem, smart Malaysians finishing courses with certificates but nothing convincing to show a hiring manager. That gap pushed him to found  ReSkills  not as another content library, but as a founder’s answer: learn the way work actually happens, small steps, clear proof, tight feedback. Jin’s edge is operator discipli...

Walk into  Fifty Tales  in Sea Park, PJ, and you’ll taste a very Malaysian story told through noodles. The restaurant was founded and is helmed by three friends, Aaron Phua, Bimmy Soh, and Aaron Khor who each bring a distinct craft to the same bowl. Phua, a former National Barista Champion turned chef-restaurateur, leads the front-of-house energy and drinks program while bouncing in and out of the...

Dododots started with a simple idea from Malaysian co-founders Ethan Wong and Esther Erin: if pimple patches help heal, they should also help you feel fine being seen. Instead of hiding blemishes, their fully coloured patches invite people to wear them proudly, cute, expressive, and effective.   The brand is playful with a purpose: acne care, minus the shame. What began as they are fixing their ow...

Malisse Tan is a Malaysian entrepreneur and mum whose life took a sharp turn in 2017. Just weeks after welcoming her first child, she was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She went through months of chemotherapy, shared her journey openly and came out of it determined to live and build with intention. Today, Malisse is a mother of three and an advocate for living consciously. That identit...

Jessica Chaw is the content-creator-turned-café entrepreneur behind Lilian’s Cake House, a mother–daughter brand cherished for its airy chiffon cakes, nostalgic interiors and soft-serve hospitality in Mont Kiara. Jessica runs the show day to day, her mum, Lilian, is the quiet maestro behind the bakes. What began as a home project during the 2020 MCO blossomed into a full-fledged café in March 2023...

Edwin Wang is the co-founder and CEO of Signature Market, a Malaysian direct-to-consumer brand that began life in 2014 as “Signature Snack” with a simple mission: make healthy, natural products accessible and affordable. Co-founded with John Cheng, the company started online and grew by launching new products quickly, listening closely to customers, and pricing for everyday Malaysians.   Before Si...

Esther Tai is the co-founder of Machino , a fast-rising Malaysian footwear label built on one clear promise: style that never sacrifices comfort. Launched in 2020 with her sister, Amy, Machino took root during the pandemic and has since grown from a home operation into a beloved, community-driven brand. The name itself nods to Malaysia’s diversity, MAlay, CHinese, INdian, and Others, signalling th...

Ellice Ng (also known as Ellice Hendricks-Ng) is the co-founder and CEO of Orangeleaf Consulting, a Malaysia-born low-code consultancy helping enterprises modernize fast without heavy coding. Founded in 2018, Orangeleaf now serves clients across Malaysia and is expanding into Singapore, Japan and the Netherlands. A former PR practitioner, Ellice pivoted into tech to close the gap between business...

Kim Lim is the co-founder and CEO of PichaEats , a social enterprise in Malaysia dedicated to empowering refugees through food entrepreneurship. Established in 2016, PichaEats collaborates with refugee chefs to provide authentic meals from their homelands, offering catering services for corporate events, weddings, and individual meal plans. The inception of PichaEats was inspired by Kim's voluntee...

Julie Yim and Marcus Khoo, the dynamic duo behind Lilin+Co, have transformed a simple passion into Malaysia's leading artisanal candle brand. Their journey began in 2015 when Julie attended a wedding in Melbourne and received a soy candle as a favor. Inspired by its eco-friendly nature and superior scent, she envisioned introducing similar products to the Malaysian market .   In 2016, after extens...

Bay Doucet is a Malaysian model, content creator, and the co-founder of LOOOP, a curated second-hand store in Kuala Lumpur that champions sustainable fashion through a consignment-based model.   Before venturing into the world of fashion entrepreneurship, Doucet was trained in graphic design. Her career took a creative turn when she joined Riuh, a curated platform for pop-up stores and creative wo...

Au Kai Zen is the Managing Director of Kenny Hills Hospitality Group , the brand behind some of Malaysia’s most beloved cafés and eateries including Kenny Hills Bakers , Kenny Hills Coffee .  Coming from a medical background, Kai Zen made an unexpected leap into entrepreneurship, driven by a desire to build something meaningful and enduring. As a second-generation entrepreneur, he stepped into the...

Peter Yong is the co-founder and face behind Mr Money TV, one of Malaysia’s most influential personal finance platforms. Before becoming “Mr Money,” Peter began his career in finance and corporate training. With a background in financial planning and a deep interest in personal development, he noticed a major gap, financial content that was both educational and genuinely relatable.   That insight...

Timothy Tiah and Audrey Ooi are both co-founders of Colony Co-working Space and on this podcast, we discussed on their entrepreneurial journey, leadership styles and running the business as a couple.    Timothy Tiah is a well-known entrepreneur and co-founder of Nuffnang, one of Malaysia's first and largest digital advertising platforms, which he co-founded in 2007. With his background in tech and...

In this episode, Datin Dr Masdiana Sulaiman, Head of Innovation (Metaverse/Web 3.0) at CelcomDigi, offers a bold look into the future of tech and the role young talents can play in building it. With decades of experience and a passion for future technologies, Dr Masdiana shares how CelcomDigi is preparing the next wave of digital leaders through real innovation in spaces like the Metaverse, blockc...

In this episode, Lai Zhen Yoong, an Automation & AI Specialist at CelcomDigi, shares his inspiring journey from being an intern to landing a full-time role in one of Malaysia’s telco-tech companies. As a former intern himself, Zhen Yoong opens up about what it really takes to transition from classroom theory to solving real-world problems in the tech space. From embracing continuous learning t...

In this episode, Stephanie Leong, Head of Change Management & Employer Branding at CelcomDigi, shares how embracing change and being adaptable are essential skills for future-ready talent. With years of experience leading transformation in a fast-paced tech environment, Stephanie offers a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to thrive in Malaysia’s leading telco. From building resilience to...

本集嘉宾 Spark 和 Jared 分享了 实操经验 对职业发展的关键作用。Spark 是资深价值投资者兼 Value In Mind Academy 创办人，YouTube 频道坐拥超30万订阅者和3,000万观看次数。Jared 是 SUMA College 院长，拥有12年数字营销经验，并深耕网络营销领域多年。 他们探讨了企业为何更看重 解决问题的实际能力，而非单纯的理论知识。同时，他们分享了通过 实习、销售 和 市场经验 如何帮助年轻求职者提前适应职场，找到真正热爱的职业方...

Ashley Yeo不仅是马来西亚资深的商业律师，还是三位孩子的妈妈。作为一家律师事务所的创办人，她每天都在繁忙的工作和家庭之间寻找平衡。除了法律工作，Ashley还是小红书上最受欢迎的马来西亚法律博主之一，擅长用简单易懂的方式解释复杂的法律概念，帮助观众更好地理解法律。我们特别邀请她来到我们的播客，分享她是如何在事业和家庭中自如切换，同时保持充沛的精力。 在这一集中，Ashley将与我们探讨她是如何通过管理精力而非时...

In this exciting episode of Hello Mentor, we’re joined by the talented Reuben Kang, a visionary writer-director and master storyteller. Best known for his work on JinnyboyTV and as the founder of Imagineers Film, Reuben has created memorable web films for major celebrations like Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, and Merdeka. Reuben takes us behind the scenes of his creative journey, sharing surprising...

Episod ini menampilkan Edd Zain—pereka UI/UX, coach bebas, penulis, pembicara, dan juga seringkali berkongsi tentang kesedaran kesihatan mental. Kisah hidup Edd sangat menginspirasikan! Bermula dari pereka UI/UX untuk syarikat permulaan teknologi, kini menjadi penyokong untuk pekerja bebas (freelance) yang sedang menghadapi cabaran kerjaya dan kesihatan mental. Jangan lepaskan peluang untuk menden...

In this inspiring episode of Hello Mentor, we sit down with Deborah Henry — a pageant queen who was crowned Miss Universe Malaysia in 2011 and continues to use her platform to do great, meaningful work as a TV host, and passionate humanitarian. Deborah shares her journey from the world of fashion and beauty pageants to founding Fugee.org, an organization dedicated to providing education and suppor...

Angeline 黄玉丽是 988 电台的 DJ，负责逢星期一至五早上6点到10点的《早点Up》。她不仅是一位知性且充满正面情绪的活动与婚礼主持人，还曾在 Astro AEC 电视新闻节目《新闻报报看》担任幕后制作。她曾在 one FM 和 8FM 电台工作，并主持过《Morning Kaki》和《日日好精神》等节目。此外，Angeline 还出版了两本提倡正面思维的著作，分别是《Power Bank:快乐Load不完》和《Power Bank: Full能量》。 在这次访谈中，Angeline 回顾了...