Senior Advisory Team
November 29, 2022 2024-06-05 17:24Senior Advisory Team
Senior Advisory Team
We are very proud in having such great senior advisory team in PORTMAN
Meet Our Team
We are proud to have a seasoned Senior Advisory team for shaping generations of talents at PORTMAN College.
Ernie Chen
PORTMAN Education Group
Ernie is the Chairman of PORTMAN Education Group that include Education & Training, Talent Development & EdTech businesses and Dreamtalents Media Group that includes Digital Media, Social Media, Creative Production & Event Marketing. Ernie is also the Bureau Chief for Capital & Project Development for Malaysia Datoship Foundation (Yayasan Dato’ Malaysia) and CEO of Futurist Foundation. He is a very seasoned property entrepreneur and investor that does project development and marketing for Top Tier property developers and state governments.
He graduated with his Master of Arts in Communication & Bachelor in Mass Communication and currently completing his dissertation for his Doctorate in Business Administration. Ernie is an awardwinning entrepreneur, reputable business advisor and international speaker with proven track record in leading speaking engagements internationally particularly in the areas related to personal development, business development, stock & property investment & capital markets. He has extensive experience in structuring & negotiating deals, funding & financing projects, a deal maker and the top Pitch Master in the country. A Venture Capitalist and Funding strategist that helps propel SME businesses growth exponentially.
Ernie is a media personality and also the host of “THE ERNIE CHEN SHOW”, an online business and entrepreneur content show that interviews successful entrepreneurs, key opinion leaders (KOLs) and movers & shakers of the business world. Ernie has also advised more than 500 corporate clients that include Fortune 100 & 500 Multinational Corporations and Large Local Conglomerates such as Financial Services Institutions,Telecommunications, Property Developers, High Tech Industries, Hospitality, Retail, Education, Advertising and Entertainment. His success and achievements have been featured in TV1, TV2, TV3, NTV7, 8TV, Astro, Hitz FM, Fly FM, BFM, FHM Magazine, Channel V, The Edge, New Straits Times, Berita Harian, Harian Metro, The Star and The Sun Malaysian newspapers and also numerous magazines.
Datin Christine Cho is a former Senior Banker and has a career that spans over 43 years in financial due diligence and operational efficiency, funds management, information technology, mergers and acquisitions, business and operational optimization, new business set up, risk management, credit evaluation and management, organisation restructuring and business generation.
She has a range of diverse skills and experiences in the financial industry with a proven track record of successfully negotiating deals and managing investments for clients. She is also knowledgeable and innovative, having introduced new businesses and new ideas for the IT banking systems enhancements. She has a strong track record of effective risk management and has successfully restructured several organisations. Overall, Datin Christine Cho has a wealth of experience and skills that would be valuable to improve the financial and operational efficiency of the organisation.
Datin Christine Cho
Nitesh Malani
With over 22 years of experience spanning entrepreneurship, financial and risk management, and environmental engineering solutions, Nitesh Malani is dedicated to creating and developing sustainable businesses that positively impact society and the planet.
As the founder and chairman of the Entrepreneurship Foundation Malaysia (Yayasan Usahawan Malaysia – YUM), a non-governmental organization, Nitesh supports young entrepreneurs through tailored programs and mentoring. His leadership has cultivated a team of dedicated professionals committed to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity, and collaboration among aspiring entrepreneurs. YUM offers a range of services and initiatives, including workshops, mentoring, networking, funding, and awards, to help young entrepreneurs achieve their goals and uphold their core values.
Nitesh is also the CEO of ENVIRO GROUP, a conglomerate providing environmental industrial hygiene and indoor engineering solutions across Asia. Since its inception in 2006, ENVIRO GROUP has grown under his leadership, delivering high-quality solutions to clients and partners. Nitesh leverages his expertise in new business development, customer relationship management, and strategic planning to ensure the company’s continuous growth and success.
His passion for sustainable business practices and his commitment to mentoring the next generation of entrepreneurs make Nitesh Malani a distinguished leader in his fields.
Shahira binti Abdul Aziz has recently been approved by Bank Negara and appointed as an Independent Director by Public Investment Bank under Public Bank Berhad. As the Director of PORTMAN Education Group, she plays a key role in supporting us for our IPO goal.
Shahira binti Abdul Aziz is an experienced professional with a diverse background in the financial industry. She has worked as an analyst at RHB Research Institute and later transitioned to the Institutional Sales Team at Rashid Hussain Securities. Shahira’s expertise in capital markets, strong communication skills, and diligent execution have allowed her to meet clients’ objectives successfully.
She has also gained valuable experience in corporate planning and regional investments at Bumiwerks Asset Management and Corston-Smith Asset Management. Shahira’s knowledge in ASEAN equity market makes her a respected professional in the financial industry.
Shahira binti Abdul Aziz
Yee Fook Weng
External Counsel, PORTMAN SPV(A) Sdn Bhd
Fook Weng is an advocate and solicitor admitted to practice in both Singapore and West Malaysia, and has been in active practice for more than 25 years cumulatively, first in Singapore and then in Malaysia.
Graduating from the National University of Singapore, he trained and practiced with two large law firms in Singapore respectively before returning to practice in Kuala Lumpur.
Fook Weng is a founding – and current – senior partner of Murad Yee Partnership, where he heads its corporate, commercial and securities department. His practice areas of focus include (a) takeovers, mergers and acquisitions; (b) corporate restructuring; (c) IPO/capital markets; and (d) venture capital and private equity transactions.
