LEADERS
UNPLUGGED

THE MIM PODCAST

OUR HOST

RAJA SEGARAN

Fellow,
Malaysian Institute of Management

Authentic Conversations | Bold Insights | Real impact

At Leader’s Unplugged, we strip away the buzzwords and get straight to what truly matters — raw, honest, and impactful conversations with some of the most influential minds in leadership, business and technology. Through candid discussions, we uncover the real stories, struggles, and successes behind leadership that makes a difference.

AUTHENTIC CONVERSATIONS
BOLD INSIGHTS
REAL IMPACT

At Leaders Unplugged, we strip away the buzzwords and get straight to what truly matters — raw, honest, and impactful conversations with some of the most influential minds in leadership, business and technology. Through candid discussions, we uncover the real stories, struggles, and successes behind leadership that makes a difference.

OUR GUESTS

Podcast Guest

Charles Brewer

Group Chief Executive Officer, Pos Malaysia

Nurlin Mohd Salleh

Managing Director & Partner, and Head of BCG Malaysia

Dr. Jasmine Begum

Director, Legal, Coporate Government Affair for ASEAN New Markets, MICROSOFT

Puan Sri Tiara Jacquelina

Chief Dream Maker, Enfiniti Academy & Tiarasa Escapes Glamping Resort

Azwan Baharuddin

Country Managing Director, Accenture Malaysia

Dr. Suraya Sulaiman

Innovation Provocateur, Alpha Catalyst

Jackie Mah

President & CEO, Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM)

Raymond Davadass

Founder & Managing Director, Daythree Digital Berhad

Philip Rao

Partner & Program Director of EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™, EY Malaysia

Rizal Kamal

Chief Executive Officer, LOL Asia

Foong Chee Mun

Chief Executive Officer, YTL Labs

Geetha Kandiah

Chief Executive Officer, KASS International

THIS IS YOUR LEADERSHIP PLAYBOOK

WHERE LEADERSHIP GETS REAL

Every episode is designed to challenge conventional thinking, spark new ideas, and equip you with the knowledge to lead with confidence and purpose.

Our goal is simple—to inspire and empower leaders to drive change, foster innovation, and leave a lasting legacy.

PODCAST

EP12 - The IP Blindspot That Could Kill Your Business with Geetha Kandiah

Episode 12
We expose the massive intellectual property mistakes that quietly ruin startups and SMEs before they even scale. A seasoned IP lawyer breaks down why waiting too long to secure your trademarks, patents, and design rights is a fatal mistake—and how the rise of AI is completely altering who actually owns your company's creative assets. If you want to protect your market share and build a resilient business in the ASEAN economy, this masterclass is a must-watch.

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EP11 - Building the Future of AI & Digital Banking with Foong Chee Mun

Episode 11
Foong Chee Mun, a pioneer in AI innovation from Malaysia, shares his journey from building AI models for the US military to transforming banking with AI-driven solutions. Discover how AI is reshaping industries and redefining leadership.

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EP10 - Leading When THe Crowd is Laughing With Rizal Kamal

Episode 10
Rizal Kamal CEO of LOL Asia and a pivotal figure in the regional entertainment scene, shares his journey from a serial entrepreneur to a leader in Malaysia’s live entertainment industry. From the challenges of attracting global comedy icons like Russell Peters and Kevin Hart to navigating complex industry regulations and the rising influence of AI, Rizal provides an inside look at what it takes to build a world-class entertainment hub in Southeast Asia.

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EP9 - What It Takes To Win The EY Entrepreneur Of The Year (EOY) Malaysia

Episode 9
Philip Rao, Program Director, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Malaysia; and Partner at Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn. Bhd., takes us inside one of Malaysia’s most prestigious entrepreneurship awards. From how entrepreneurs are evaluated beyond financial success to what truly distinguishes great founders, Philip shares rare behind-the-scenes insights into leadership, purpose, impact, and the evolving nature of entrepreneurship in a digital world.

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WHY TUNE IN?

INSPIRATION THAT MOVES YOU

Learn from visionary leaders who have transformed industries and communities

STRATEGIES THAT EMPOWER

Gain practical insights on leadership, management, and innovation to apply in your own journey

LESSONS FROM THE
FRONTLINES

Hear real-world experiences, unfiltered challenges, and breakthrough moments from those who’ve been there and done it.

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