Mr Rubin Khoo Bu Boen

Mr Rubin Khoo is no stranger to the field of mass communication with an illustrious career and is a person who personifies hard work, passion and dedication for his work. Besides that, he proves that learning never ends as he earned his Masters in Communication to further improve himself in his profession. Below is an outline of Mr Rubin’s career highlights:

  • Associate Publisher at Burda Luxury KL (Current)
  • Editor-in-Chief of Prestige Malaysia and August Man Malaysia
  • Journalist for Star Publications (M) Bhd
  • Broadcast Journalist/Newscaster for Sistem Televisyen Malaysia Berhad (TV3)

Ms Anna Karina Jardin

Ms Anna Karina is a Filipina visual artist, children’s book illustrator and activist based in Malaysia. She believes in the power of art in creating a positive social impact. Armed with a Masters in Development Policy from De La Salle University, her contribution and exemplary work in promoting cultural understanding through arts has been cited by several institutions and government bodies; among such are UNESCO and Daimler Chrysler (Mondialogo), The Philippine Embassy in Singapore,Madrid and in Malaysia; the ASEAN Committee in Madrid, Spain. She is also an inaugural fellow of ASEAN Youth Fellowship Program 2018 by Singapore International Foundation and National Youth Council- Singapore. 

Some of Ms Anna Karina’s inspirational and creative achievements include:

  • Founder of ARTDIALOGO in 2016 and Artistikong Kabataan Philippines Inc. in 2011
  • Named as one of the 80 National Young Achievers Awardee of the Girls Scouts of the Philippines. 
  • Engaged in group art exhibitions across Asia
  • Installed over 30 murals across the world 
  • Designed programmes to benefit thousands of children, educators and youth to uplift their morale and add value to the standard of arts education across the world. 

Zhafvlog is a YouTube content creator who is highly regarded as one of the most influential movie reviewers in Malaysia amassing 133K subscribers and counting on his channel. His charisma and creativity in his reviews have earned him the coveted achievement of 1st Malaysian movie review channel to receive the YouTube Silver Play Button.

Ms Melissa Goh is no stranger to the journalism scene. A household name in her own right, she has achieved a number of milestones throughout her career including but not limited news casting and development, broadcasting journalism and has interviewed highly influential national and international figures namely former Malaysian Prime Ministers: Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, Datuk Seri Najib Razak and Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, former IMF chief Christine Lagarde, Swiss AG Michael Lauber and our own international movie star Tan Sri Michelle Yeoh.

Below is an overview of Ms Melissa’s career highlights:

  • Malaysia bureau chief and senior correspondent for CNA.
  • Previous, business presenter for Television Corporation of Singapore
  • Was the host of TV3’s “Money Matters” business and financial programme from 1997 to 1998.
  • Broadcast journalist and newscaster with TV3
  • Covered high impact news (e.g. Malaysia’s General Elections, Asian financial crisis, Asian Tsunami disaster, the Sulu incursion in Sabah, disappearance of MH370 and downing of MH17, recent political coups and COVID-19)
  • Interviewed influential figures
  • Sang and acted in the highly acclaimed musical “Puteri Hang Li Po” (produced by Istana Budaya)

Ms. Shanthini Venugopal

Ms Shanthini Venugopal is a prominent figure in the theatre industry with a rich experience spanning over 30 years. She has actively involved herself in singing, acting, storytelling, directing and teaching. Ms. Shanthini has also freelanced as a producer, stage manager, props and front of house for various theatre companies in Malaysia since 1981. 

Her contributions and achievements on and off the stage continue to grow longer. Below are some of Ms. Shanthini’s career highlights:

  • The Jumping JellyBeans (JJB) is her very own theatre company where she works with special children in partnership with Nestle. JJB has performed throughout Malaysia, Singapore, England, India, Denmark, and Australia and participated in International Children’s Theatre festivals in Iran, Singapore, India and Germany.
  • Host, content creator, editor and producer of “StoryTime with The Jumping JellyBeans” 
  • Pioneer member and active performer for The Instant Café Theatre Co. since 1989 
  • Acted in numerous movies such as ‘Anna and the King’, ‘Chow Kit Road! Chow Kit Road! The Musical’, ‘Nunsense, Musical Comedy’
  • Wrote a children’s storybook “Why JellyBeans are Colourful”
  • Conducts theatre training and workshops 
  • Judge for competitions (Asian English Olympics 2015-2020, online Radio Drama 2016, online Short Stories 2021)
  • Lecturer in MMU for ‘Theatre’ and in UM for ‘Children’s Theatre’
  • Appears on TV programme (“Auntie English” on ASTROTV)

Mr. Mushamir Mustafa

Mr Mushamir Mustafa is the founder and storyteller of Humans of Kuala Lumpur, a media start-up, non-profit and production house that serves as a storytelling platform featuring the unique, personal and inspiring stories of people in Malaysia. With over 140,000 Facebook followers and 25 million organic views, the platform is successful and influential in creating positive impacts and raising awareness for many social causes such as the Teddy Mobile Clinic, the homeless, cancer survivors and other serious social issues. 

Some of Mr Mushamir’s career highlights are as listed below:

  • Speaker for TEDx Taylor’s College on ‘How Storytelling Can Change the World’
  • Founder of Vintook Photography and Videography Services
  • Outstanding recognition for HOKL (i.e. The Star, BFM 98.9, Young Corporate Malaysians, MixFM, Malaysian Digest, etc.)
  • Finalist at DIGI WWWOW Awards in Social Movement/Gathering category

Ms. Johanna Maria Means

Ms Johanna Maria Means is a Senior Lecturer in Special Education at QIU. Hailing from the United States, Ms Johanna is an active and passionate advocate for continuous awareness building and community engagement for special needs children. 

Some of Ms. Johanna’s growing list of achievement and contributions to the field of special education include:

  • Member of Malaysia’s National Early Childhood Intervention Council (NECIC) and professional organisations in the U.S.
  • Taught special education in U.S.A, Kazakhstan, China, UAE and Malaysia
  • Behaviour Specialist, Case Manager, Job Coach and Learning Support teacher 
  • Presented at national and international conferences
  • Organised various workshops for parents and educators

Mr Ahmad Iskandar Kamaruzaman

Mr Ahmad Iskandar is a photojournalist based in Kuala Lumpur and is highly passionate about sports especially the beautiful game a.k.a football. Equipped with his camera, Mr Ahmad Iskandar travels all over the world documenting important and precious moments both in sports and in life. Currently, he is documenting COVID-19 and its impacts on our fellow Malaysians. 

Some of Mr Ahmad Iskandar’s career highlights are outlined below:

  • Photojournalist with BERNAMA (2010 – present)
  • Covered major sporting events in Malaysia and parts of Asian countries
  • Official photographer for Malaysia in a world forum and captured the official visit of His Majesty Yang di-Pertuan Agong and highest government officials.
  • 1st place in “Foto Kewartawan Cemerlang MPI 2018”
  • Inspirational works displayed in exhibitions and also presented and kept in His Majesty’s palace.

Dr. Md Nagib Padil

Dr.Md Nagib Padil is a senior lecturer in the Department of Photography and Creative Imaging, Faculty of Art and Design, UiTM (Perak branch). Armed with a Diploma in Photography and Doctor of Philosophy in Art and Design majoring in Photography, Dr. Nagib is an accomplished academician and photographer. 

 His photography journey is highlighted below:

  • Senior Lecturer and Programme Coordinator at UiTM (2002 – present)
  • Lecturer at Ikip Kolej in Kuantan, Pahang (2001)
  • Desktop Designer at private printing company (2000)
  • Part time assistant aerial photographer at RCC Aerodata Sdn. Bhd. (1998)
  • Involved in national and international art exhibitions (e.g. Bandung Art Exhibition International 2020, Photo Fest UiTM Perak 2019, Brunei Photography Exhibition 2018, KLPF Photography Festival 2018, Image Exhibition 2004, Our Exhibition I, II and III 2003-2016)

Mr. Md. Syazwan Anuar

Mr. Md. Syazwan Anuar is a visual storyteller and National Geographic Explorer. He has extensively photographed and documented indigenous groups in remote areas, people and nature, natural disasters and social issues across Asia. His work has been exhibited internationally and published in National Geographic TV documentaries and magazines. Ever since his journey in visual storytelling began, Mr. Syazwan has spent countless hours living, collecting data, researching and sharing the stories of the indigenous people in Southeast Asian countries. 

Some of his notable highlights include:

  • Programme Art Director and Visual Storyteller, National Geographic Asia 
  • Active participant for awareness campaigns and community events by NGO’s and NatGeo
  • Winner of NatGeo monthly photo contest
  • Experienced in managing different portfolios prior to NatGeo

Mr. Kelvin Wong

Mr. Kelvin is the Founder and Artistic Director of Theatresauce, a director-driven collective based in Kuala Lumpur. He teaches performance, critical studies and directing at a local private university and mentors emerging directors for the KL theatre scene. Mr. Kelvin is a graduate from the Theatre School at DePaul University, Chicago, with an MFA in Theatre Directing.

Ms. Anrie Too

Ms Anrie is an actor (stage and film), singer, emcee, model as well as a Speech & Drama educator. She has worked with several education institutions where drama and theatre are offered. Ms. Anrie recently graduated with a Master’s in Performing Arts from University Malaya.

Mr. Ashr Au

Mr. Ashr is a director, actor, writer, and has stage managed productions for Theatresauce. He has taught alongside The Actors Studio Academy with Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC). Mr. Ashr is a graduate from the University of South Wales with a BA in Theatre.

Ms. Yeoh Shu Yon

Ms. Yeoh is a licensed and registered counsellor (KB07784; PA07335) with the Malaysia Board of Counsellors (LKM). Armed with a Master’s degree in Counselling and Bachelor’s in Psychology, Ms. Shu Yon is passionately committed to her work with children, teenagers, young adults and even parents. 

  • Founder and counsellor at Dearest You Counselling and Consulting,
  • Student Counsellor (Part-time) at INTI College Penang
  • Educational Counsellor and Regional Partner at AI Talent PDC