People always say that to be successful, whether in life or career, you have to think big and look high. In this case, we have to look really high, like literally high, because Muhammad Hafizuddin Hiew Abdullah, the CEO of TDC Holdings is really tall. Standing at around 180cm, we are all quite intimidated by his height. But do not let the height deceive you, he is in fact easy-going and friendly. He is also the man behind the million-dollar empire that he built from scratch.
Petite in stature but big on personality, Hasbah Juwaini, 37, was an absolute delight. As a financial expert, striking a conversation with the Alfalah founder can be intensely engaging as Hasbah certainly knows her way around when it comes to wealth management. Driven by achieving results, Hasbah progressed through her second business, Tokda Halal Food Manufacturing which is now known to be one of the key players in the halal OEM business in the country. Two nature of businesses, one big concept. “We can’t just sit and wait for opportunities to come. Get up and make them!” Hasbah radiates good energy from every words uttered.
A decade ago, the singer-actor started his career in showbiz as part of a now defunct boyband called Forteen. Izzue instantly found fame and gained fandom soon after he began appearing on prime time television. From the usual supporting gigs which eventually lead him to be casted as the main actor, Izzue was like a significant fixture in the local drama scene. Appearances in high-grossing films have made Izzue Islam one of the brightest stars in the industry to date.
No stranger to the local fashion scene, the gorgeous actress had been strutting the catwalks since the early 90’s and modeled for the likes of Escada in Munich and Jean-Louis Scherner in Paris. Standing tall at 178cm, the leggy model is not only gorgeous but articulate and charming which makes her impossible to forget. From top model to beauty queen, Kavita broke the record as the first Malaysian to have won an international beauty pageant title when she brought home the Miss Charm International crown in 1990. Her sudden fame had also landed her some significant roles on the silver screen. Beautiful and talented, Kavita cemented her star status through her roles in high grossed films such as Pontianak Harum Sundal Malam in 2004 and Tanda Putera in 2013. In 2006, she got married to the love of her life, Roberto Guiati who founded some of the most acclaimed Italian restaurants in Kuala Lumpur.
The new Volvo V60 Recharge T8 is a modern, versatile plug-in hybrid estate (PHEV) that effortlessly balances dynamic performance and functionality. The luxurious interior has also been deliberately designed as a space to meet the demands of modern life.
A great invention or idea does not just pop up, it has to have come from someone. Most times, these people are those who will bring about changes in the world. Like how Google, Amazon, and Apple started out in the founders’ room, eventually it will turn out to be one of the greatest inventions in human history. Have you ever wondered how big companies get their start? Or maybe you are curious about who are the brains behind these companies that make our lives easier? Here, we have listed five companies and the people behind the success.