A New Generation of Malaysian Tech Leaders Emerges

By The Malketeer

Cultivating Digital Champions: ELDP is More Than Just a Training Programme

In a landmark moment for Malaysia’s digital ecosystem, the Ministry of Digital, MyDIGITAL Corporation, and the Asia School of Business (ASB) celebrated the graduation of 205 visionary leaders from the inaugural Executive Digital Leadership Programme (EDLP).

This isn’t just another training initiative—it’s a strategic blueprint for national digital transformation.

Breaking Barriers: A Holistic Approach to Digital Leadership

The EDLP stands out by offering a comprehensive curriculum that goes beyond traditional leadership training.

Participants were immersed in a cutting-edge programme covering emerging technologies, digital leadership, cybersecurity, and critical ethical considerations.

What sets this programme apart is its star-studded lineup of technology partners, including global giants like Microsoft, Google, IBM, Amazon Web Services, Shopee, and Cisco Systems.

Voices of Transformation: Participants Share Their Insights

The programme’s impact resonates across diverse sectors.

Foo Keat Hoe from Sarawak Shell Bhd described the experience as providing “a glimpse of everything, helping you view different perspectives on how things work across industries.”

This sentiment echoes the programme’s core mission of broadening technological perspectives and fostering cross-industry innovation.

A Strategic Investment in Leadership Excellence

Gobind Singh Deo, Minister of Digital, highlighted the programme’s significance: “These 205 exceptional individuals represent more than just graduates—they are architects of Malaysia’s digital future.”

This sentiment is backed by tangible outcomes, with participants developing actionable digital transformation roadmaps and building a robust network of innovation-driven leaders.

Beyond Training: Building a Digital Ecosystem

Adrian Marcellus, CEO of MyDIGITAL Corporation, stressed on the programme’s transformative potential.

“We’re not just training leaders; we’re creating an ecosystem of digitally empowered organisations,” he said.

The programme promises to drive better decision-making, create more agile operations, and accelerate market responsiveness.

Network and Collaboration: The Hidden Curriculum

Professor Sanjay Sarma, ASB’s President and Dean, underscored the importance of networking.

“The lifelong connections formed during EDLP will be crucial in continuously driving innovation and addressing real-world challenges,” he noted.

This emphasis on collaborative learning sets the program apart from traditional executive education models.

A Glimpse into the Future

The programme represents more than a training initiative—it’s a strategic investment in Malaysia’s digital sovereignty.

As Malaysia continues to position itself as a regional digital hub, the Executive Digital Leadership Programme stands as a beacon of innovation, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership.