Board of Directors

Board of Directors

Dr. Cheah Soo Jin - Independent Non-Executive Chairman of EMPG Group
Dr. Cheah Soo Jin
Dato’ Lee Leong Hock, DSDK AMK JP
Loh Tau Sing
Tan Soo Mooi
Tham Shien Shyong
Nor Faizah Binti Othman
Key Senior Management
Tan Jiong Hao
Yap Ee Na
Loh Haan Chuin
Goay Chooi Tin
Lim Chin Lee
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Address
No. 1008, Jalan Makmur 2/7,
Kawasan Perindustrian Makmur,
09600 Lunas, Kedah

Telephone
+604-484 8740

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
200301012967 (615387-M)

Address
No. 1008, Jalan Makmur 2/7,
Kawasan Perindustrian Makmur,
09600 Lunas, Kedah

Telephone
+604-494 7834

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Pasaraya MU Sdn Bhd
200701010116 (768119-D)

Address
No. 1-1, Jalan PJS 5/28,
Pusat Dagangan
Petaling Jaya Selatan,
46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Telephone
+6018-393 9998

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Exhaust Garment Sdn Bhd
201501023499 (1148828-K)

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No. 1065, Jalan Makmur 5/7,
Taman Perindustrian Makmur,
09600 Lunas, Kedah

Telephone
+604-722 7838

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Dr. Cheah Soo Jin

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Independent Non-Executive Chairman

Qualifications

  • Teaching Certificate, Specialist Teachers’ Training Institute (1967)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Universiti Utara Malaysia (March 2007)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Management Accounting, Universiti Sains Malaysia (September 2012)
  • Graduate Member, Institute of Cooperative & Management Auditors (July 1985)
  • Member, Malaysia Institute of Accountants (December 1987)
  • Associate Member, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (April 1984); advanced to Fellow (February 1998)
  • Member, Chartered Tax Institute Malaysia (April 1999)

Career Experience

Education Sector
(Teacher, January 1968 – November 1983)

  • Served as a teacher for approximately 15 years, contributing to education and academic development.
  • Developed foundational experience in training, leadership, and organisational administration.

Tropical Canning Corporation Sdn Bhd / Tropical Consolidated Corporation Group
(Accountant / Director, November 1983 – July 1999)

  • Joined as Accountant responsible for overseeing accounting and financial reporting functions.
  • Subsequently appointed to the board of directors of Tropical Consolidated Corporation Sdn Bhd and related companies.

Collectivo Sdn Bhd
(Founder, October 1999 – October 2007)

  • Established a consultancy firm providing management consulting, corporate secretarial, and tax consultancy services.
  • Advised corporate clients on compliance, governance, and financial management matters.

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)
(Lecturer / Honorary Lecturer, 2012 – 2019)

  • Served as part-time lecturer and later full-time contract lecturer after completing his PhD.
  • Subsequently appointed as honorary lecturer, contributing to academic teaching and research activities.

Directorships

  • Astino Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Director (September 2008 – May 2023)
  • Fides Imperium Trustee Berhad – Director (October 2023 – Present)
  • SBH Marine Holdings Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Director (January 2026 – Present)
  • EMPG Group Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Chairman (January2026 – Present)

Dato’ Lee Leong Hock, DSDK AMK JP

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Promoter, Substantial Shareholder and Group Deputy Chairman

Career Experience

Hock Guan Huat Sundry Shop
 (1967 – 1986)

  • Assisted in managing the daily operations of the family-owned sundry shop.
  • Gained early exposure to trading, distribution and retail management.

Hock Guan Huat Trading
 (Founder, March 1986 – November 2002)

  • Established a sole proprietorship involved in the distribution of sundry products.
  • Responsible for overseeing daily operations and business expansion.

Inter-Tex Trading
 (Founder, May 1994 – November 2002)

  • Incorporated a partnership engaged in fabric distribution, primarily supplying distributors.
  • Managed overall operations and business growth of the partnership.

Entertex (M) Sdn Bhd
 (Director, December 1994 – Present/Until Cessation if applicable)

  • Corporatised the fabric distribution business under a private limited company structure.
  • Responsible for strategic planning and growing the company’s market presence.

Hock Guan Huat Textiles Sdn Bhd
 (Founder & Director, June 2002 – May 2022)

  • Established a fabric distribution company focusing on retail customers.
  • Oversaw corporate direction and expansion of the textile distribution business.

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
 (Co-Founder & Director, May 2003 – Present)

  • Responsible for overseeing business planning and setting corporate direction.
  • Provides strategic leadership in garment manufacturing and retail operations.

Exhaust Garment Sdn Bhd
 (Co-Founder & Director, June 2015 – Present)

  • Oversees business development and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Guides corporate direction and brand expansion.

Pasaraya MU Sdn Bhd
 (Director, December 2017 – Present)

  • Oversees overall business planning and strategic management.
  • Provides leadership in retail operations and corporate direction.

Professional & Industry Involvement

Persatuan Pedagang Tekstil, Pakaian dan Barang-barang Berkaitan Seberang Perai
 (Vice Chairman – Present)

  • Actively involved in industry association activities.
  • Contributes to the development and representation of the textile and apparel trading community.

Loh Tau Sing

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Promoter, Substantial Shareholder and Managing Director

Career Experience

Palm Oil Estate, Taiping, Perak
 (Labour Supervisor, December 1988 – December 1990)

  • Supervised general estate workers in planting and harvesting activities.
  • Gained early experience in workforce supervision and operational coordination.

Plaswin Garment Industries (M) Sdn Bhd
 (Director, January 1991 – June 1999)

  • Exposed to apparel production and supply chain management.
  • Involved in learning and understanding garment manufacturing processes and distribution channels.

Pinly Enterprise
 (December 1999 – February 2004)

  • Supported daily operations of the apparel trading business.
  • Assisted in managing sourcing, sales coordination and operational matters.

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
 (Operations Director, May 2003 – Present)
 (Director, October 2016 – Present)

  • Responsible for identifying and liaising with contract manufacturers for apparel production.
  • Oversees operational planning and execution of the company’s trading and manufacturing activities.

Exhaust Garment Sdn Bhd
 (Director, December 2016 – Present)

  • Oversees the daily operations and business activities of the company.
  • Responsible for operational management and coordination across functions.

Pasaraya MU Sdn Bhd
 (Director, December 2017 – Present)

  • Oversees the operations of the retail business.
  • Responsible for operational efficiency and store performance management.

Professional & Industry Involvement

Persatuan Pedagang Tekstil, Pakaian dan Barang-barang Berkaitan Seberang Perai
 (Member – Present)

  • Active participant in industry association activities.
  • Engages with peers in the textile and apparel trading sector.

Tan Soo Mooi

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Independent Non-Executive Director

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Accounting, University of Malaya (August 1992)
  • Professional Examination II Certificate, Malaysian Association of Certified Public Accountants (MACPA) (August 1993)
  • Chartered Accountant, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) (admitted in July 1995)
  • Computerised Unit Trust Examination, Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia (October 2017)

Career Experience

BDO Binder
(Audit Assistant/ Audit Senior, May 1992 – September 1994)

  • Began her professional career in external auditing, performing statutory audits for clients covering various industries.
  • She was promoted to Audit Senior II in March 1993.

Ancom Berhad
(Assistant Accountant, September 1994 – May 1995)

  • Supported financial and accounting reports specifically for the agrochemical division.

Berjaya Cycles Sdn Bhd
(Accountant, May 1995 – April 1998)

  • Responsible for financial and accounting reports.

CITC Enterprise Sdn Bhd
(May 1998 – December 2018)

  • Deputy Finance Manager (May 1998 – September 2002): Oversaw the company’s accounting and finance functions.
  • Accounts Manager (October 2002 – June 2004): Managed the accounts and local purchasing departments.
  • Group Financial Controller (July 2004 – June 2017): Led group accounting, finance, internal control and statutory compliance; appointed to the boards of CITC Group companies in Malaysia and Thailand in July 2010.
  • Executive Manager (Contract) (July 2017 – December 2018): Managed business restructuring related to the cessation of the Penang factory’s operations before completing her contract tenure.

Unicorn Industry (M) Sdn Bhd
(Consultant, June 2018 – February 2020)

  • Overseeing accounts, finance, costings and taxation functions of the company.

Public Mutual Berhad
(Unit Trust and Private Retirement Scheme Consultant, October 2017 – Present)

  • Involved in the provision of investment consultation services.

Enhanz Capital Management PLT
(Co-Founder & Partner, May 2019 – Present)

  • Co-founded a financial consultancy firm providing accounting and taxation, management, investment, corporate and financial planning, internal audit and properties management services.

DirectorShips

  • Butterfield FB Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Director (September 2025 – Present)
  • Tek Seng Holdings Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Director (January 2026- Present)
  • Sin-Kung Logistics Berhad – Independent Non-Executive Chairwoman (January 2026- Present)

 

Tham Shien Shyong

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Independent Non-Executive Director

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Laws, Bond University, Australia (October 2003).
  • Certificate of Legal Practice, Legal Profession Qualifying Board, Malaysia (September 2004).
  • Advocate and Solicitor, High Court of Malaya (July 2005).
  • Accredited Mediator, Bar Council Malaysian Mediation Centre; Member of the Asian Mediation Association (Present).

Career Experience

Messrs Ong and Manecksha
 (Pupil / Legal Assistant / Partner, September 2004 – August 2017)

  • Began as a pupil where he was involved in court proceedings, assisting in legal research and opinion drafting; promoted to Legal Assistant, handling civil, commercial, employment, and land matters including litigation and corporate advisory.
  • Promoted to Partner in January 2013, where he led the Banking and Finance Litigation Department and managed complex legal matters across various sectors.

S.S. Tham and Co
 (Founder and Principal, August 2017 – Present)

  • Established and currently manages his own legal firm, specialising in corporate and commercial matters and their related litigation.

Nor Faizah Binti Othman

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Independent Non-Executive Director

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance, University of Lancaster, United Kingdom (July 1993)
  • Member, Malaysian Institute of Certified Public Accountants (MICPA) (since February 1997)

Career Experience

Boustead Holdings Berhad
(December 1993 – October 1997)
She began her career as a Management Trainee and held several finance-related roles across Boustead’s subsidiaries:

  • Account Executive, Boustead Holdings Berhad (December 1993)
  • Assistant Accountant, Boustead Plantations Sdn Bhd (January 1995)
  • Assistant Accountant (Tax Department), Boustead Holdings Berhad (January 1996)
  • Accountant, Boustead Construction Sdn Bhd (July 1996)

Medas Corporation Berhad
(Assistant Manager, October 1997 – October 1999)

  • Appointed as Assistant Manager of the Corporate Finance Department, where she was responsible for evaluating and monitoring investment projects, preparing financial forecasts, and performing tax computations.

Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation Sdn Bhd (MDEC)
(Chief Financial Officer cum Vice President, November 1999 – December 2020)

  • Served as Chief Financial Officer cum Vice President, Corporate Services Division, where she oversaw finance, legal, regulatory, and compliance matters and advised the board on financial affairs.

Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
(Task Force Member, March 2021 – Present)

  • Appointed as a Task Force Member for the Digitalisation Initiative, reviewing and providing advisory on digital infrastructure and infostructure development.

Broadfield Sdn Bhd
(Senior Manager, September 2023 – December 2023)

  • Served as Senior Manager of Corporate Finance, responsible for evaluating and assessing investment opportunities and monitoring the performance of investee companies.

Green Packet Berhad
(Executive Director cum Chief Financial Officer, January 2024 – Present)

  • Appointed as Executive Director cum Chief Financial Officer in January 2024. She was redesignated to Non-independent and Non-executive Director in Jan 2025, where she oversees the Group’s financial strategy, operations, risk management, and investor relations management.

Yap Ee Na

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Group Human Resources Manager

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Psychology (Hons), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (October 2002)
  • Certified Professional Counsellor, Board of Counsellor Malaysia under The Counsellor Act 1998 (September 2005)

Career Experience

Hospital Mesra Bukit Padang
 (March 2002 – May 2002)
 Began her career as an Intern, supporting senior counsellors in managing patients and organising group counselling sessions.

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (formerly Tunku Abdul Rahman College)
 (January 2003 – May 2004)
 Worked as a Student Counsellor, providing academic and career guidance to students.

Ministry of Health Malaysia
 (May 2004 – March 2006)
 Held the role of Counselling Psychology Officer, responsible for assessing and treating patients with mental health conditions.

AIMST University
 (March 2006 – August 2006)
 Worked as a Student Recruiter, responsible for conducting recruitment activities and providing academic and career counselling to prospective students.

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (Penang Branch)
 (August 2006 – October 2022)

  • Assistant Registrar(2006 – 2014): Managed student and staff records.
  • Senior Assistant Registrar(January 2014): Oversaw regulatory compliance, HR correspondence, and event coordination.
  • Human Resource and Bursary Manager(November 2016): Led the human resources and finance functions of the campus, including budget planning and financial oversight.

Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (Kuala Lumpur Branch)
 (October 2022 – February 2024)

  • Manager, Centre for Continuing and Professional Education (CPE): Organised and coordinated CPE programmes across campuses.
  • Senior Manager(January 2023): Expanded CPE programmes for corporate clients and the public while also managing administrative and facility support services.

Exhaust Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
 (February 2024 – Transfer to Empg Group)
 Appointed as Group Human Resources Manager, responsible for overseeing the human resources function across the group.

EMPG Group
(Transfer from Exhaust Garment – Present)
Following the internal restructuring of our Group, Yap Ee Na was transferred to EMPG Group, the holding company of our subsidiaries. She will be responsible for overseeing all human resource functions, including recruitment, administration, and training and development initiatives.

Loh Haan Chuin

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Operations Director of Exhaust Garment Sdn Bhd

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Electronic Engineering, Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (then known as Tunku Abdul Rahman University College), May 2014

Career Experience

Following his graduation in May 2014, Loh Haan Chuin took time to explore suitable career paths and assist in his family’s retail business before formally entering the apparel industry in September 2015.

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
 (September 2015 – October 2017)

  • Sales Executive: Responsible for business development, order management, and merchandising activities.

Exhaust Garment Sdn Bhd
 (October 2017 – Present)

  • Operations Manager(October 2017 – August 2022): Oversaw daily operations, inventory management, and IT systems.

Operations Director (August 2022 – Present): Leads day-to-day operations, business development, and product development functions.

Goay Chooi Tin

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Operations Director of Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd

Qualifications

  • Administrative Secretary’s Diploma, Institut Perkim-Goon College (December 1999)
  • London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) Certificate, Institut Perkim-Goon College (Year 2000)

Career Experience

Wiz Computer (Penang) Sdn Bhd
 (June 1999 – November 2003)

  • Clerk(June 1999): Handled general clerical duties.
  • Administration and Account Assistant(January 2000): Responsible for administrative support and entry of accounting data.
  • Sales Coordinator(January 2001): Monitored sales team performance and helped plan sales strategies and events.
  • Senior Sales Representative(January 2002): Managed business development activities and maintained client relationships.
  • Operations Manager (October 2022): Oversaw the company’s daily operations.

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
(December 2003 – Present)

  • Clerk (December 2003): Handled clerical responsibilities and warehouse operations
  • Admin Executive (1 January 2010): Oversaw administrative functions, office
    operations, and supported HR management.
  • Operations Manager (1 January 2016): Managed production operations, inventory
    control, sales coordination, and e-commerce activities.
  • Operations Director (August 2022 – Present): Responsible for overseeing the full
    spectrum of operations, including production, sales and merchandising strategy
    planning, e-commerce, and inventory management.

Lim Chin Lee

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Operations Director of Pasaraya MU Sdn Bhd

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Computer Studies, Doma College (formerly known as Informatics College), August 2003

Career Experience

Tankz Enterprise
 Co-founder, Year 2004 –  Year 2008

  • Co-managed a retail business selling women’s apparel and accessories, handling sourcing, pricing, and customer service.
  • Acquired hands-on entrepreneurial experience, including inventory control, vendor negotiations, and store operations.

Pasaraya Kawan MU Sdn Bhd
 Executive Director, September 2009 – November 2017

  • Oversaw daily retail operations, staff management, and supply chain coordination.
  • Implemented operational strategies that enhanced efficiency and improved customer service standards.

Pasaraya MU Sdn Bhd
 Executive Director, December 2017 – Present

  • Leads the company’s day-to-day operations, focusing on inventory control, procurement, and team coordination.
  • Plays an active role in merchandising decisions, retail strategy planning, and operational process improvements.

Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (PDPA)

Pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (“PDPA”), EMPG Group Berhad (“EMPG Group”) is committed to safeguarding your personal data and ensuring your privacy is protected.

Collection of Personal Information

To provide our products and/or services and operate efficiently, we may collect your personal information including but not limited to your name, identification details, email address, business details, and any other relevant information. This data may be collected through registration forms, online platforms, correspondence, or interactions with our team.

Purposes of Processing

EMPG Group processes your personal data strictly for specific and legitimate purposes. These include but are not limited to:

  • Communicating with you;
  • Informing you about our products, services, and activities;
  • Responding to your inquiries and feedback;
  • Sending you marketing or promotional materials;
  • Processing applications and facilitating the provision of our services;
  • Conducting internal reviews, research, and analysis;
  • Complying with any legal or regulatory requirements;
  • Managing relationships with stakeholders.

Disclosure to Third Parties

We may disclose your personal data to subsidiaries, affiliates, or third parties who perform services on our behalf. These parties may assist in areas such as marketing, operations, system maintenance, or customer communications. All such disclosures will comply with applicable data protection laws, and third parties will be bound by strict confidentiality obligations.

Security of Personal Information

EMPG Group applies reasonable and appropriate security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Our safeguards are regularly reviewed and updated in accordance with industry standards.

Retention of Personal Data

Your personal data will be retained only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with regulatory or legal requirements.

Access, Correction, and Withdrawal of Consent

You may request access to your personal data held by EMPG Group, and request corrections if the data is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated.

You may also withdraw your consent for us to process your personal data by submitting a written request to the contact details provided below. Upon receiving your request, EMPG Group will take all reasonable steps to give effect to your withdrawal of consent, provided that such withdrawal does not conflict with any legal or regulatory obligations.

All requests should be directed to: customer@service.empggroup.com.my

Acceptance of the Policy

By engaging with EMPG Group Berhad or using our products or services, you are deemed to have accepted the terms of this Personal Data Protection Policy and provided your consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with the PDPA.

Revisions to this Policy

EMPG Group may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our official website and will take effect from the date of publication.

By continuing to use our services, you acknowledge and agree to any changes made to this policy.

Tan Jiong Hao

Nationality: Malaysian
Position: Chief Financial Officer

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Accounting (Hons), Universiti Utara Malaysia (October 2009)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Australia(April 2010)
  • Member, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (July 2015)

Career Experience

Crowe Malaysia PLT
 (July 2009 – June 2011)
 Tan began his career as an Audit Assistant and was later promoted to Audit Senior in January 2011. During his time with the firm, he participated in audit engagements for a wide range of clients.

Ernst & Young PLT
 (September 2011 – February 2019)
 He joined as an Audit Assistant and was promoted to:

  • Audit Senior(October 2013)
  • Audit Supervisor(October 2015)
  • Audit Manager(October 2016)

In his final role, he was responsible for assessing the integrity of financial reporting and internal control systems of audit clients.

Deloitte PLT
 (March 2019 – January 2022)
 Served as Audit Manager and subsequently promoted to Senior Manager in July 2020. He was responsible for leading audit engagements and reviewing audit results, focusing on accuracy in financial reporting and compliance.

weConnect Global Sdn Bhd
 (January 2022 – December 2022)
 Held the role of Senior Manager, providing finance-related corporate shared services to clients and maintaining industry networks with shared services providers internationally.

Pinly Garment (M) Sdn Bhd
 (December 2022 – Transfer to Empg Group)
 Joined as Financial Controller, overseeing the Group’s accounting, finance, and tax functions. He was subsequently redesignated as Chief Financial Controller.

EMPG Group
 (Transfer from Pinly Garment – Present)
 Following the internal restructuring of our Group, he was transferred to EMPG Group, the holding company of our subsidiaries, where he now serves as Chief Financial Officer. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the accounting, finance, and tax functions of the Group.