Dr. Hj. Mazlan bin Hj. Ahmad

Dr. Mazlan is the founder of Masyi Group and has been instrumental in its growth and diversification across various sectors, including construction, property development, food, tourism, financial services, banking, management, and advisory services. He also serves as Corporate Advisor to Y.A.M. Tengku Putri Datin Paduka Hjh. Arafiah binti Almarhum Sultan Salahuddin Abd. Aziz Shah Alhaj, Managing Director of Masyi Technologies Sdn. Bhd., Director of Masyi Trust Limited, and Director of Asia Capital Holdings Limited.

On top of committee members of Panel Review Operations of Malaysia Anti Corruption Commission since 2018 appointed by Prime Ministers and recently again Dr Mazlan was appointed by Prime Minister Dato Seri Anuar Ibrahim as industry expert for Special Taskforce on Corruption Perceptions Index.

With over two decades at Bank Negara Malaysia, Dr. Mazlan gained extensive experience in strategic planning, HR management, branch operations, financial intelligence, and enforcement in financial crime. His leadership in policy development and procedural enhancement has earned him a stellar reputation in the financial sector.

Dr. Mazlan is equipped with extensive expertise, strong networks with strategic partners, and a comprehensive understanding of value supply chains. He is deeply committed to advancing leadership trends that benefit the ummah and driving progress in the Islamic financial system and social entrepreneurship. Currently, he is actively involved in developing infrastructure for financial education systems based on Islamic Social Financing, particularly focusing on the Waqf ecosystem. As a renowned subject matter expert, Dr. Mazlan frequently shares his insights at conferences locally and internationally and contributes to United Nations initiatives on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Dr Mazlan is recognized as a pioneering champion of Islamic Social Finance, Dr. Mazlan has revitalized confidence in the system by integrating blockchain technology to enhance transparency and systematic management. This innovation empowers contributors, recipients, and administrators, restoring trust in the integrity of Islamic social finance. Dr. Mazlan also provides advisory services in fundraising and financial management, working with company secretaries and trust companies in Labuan. His commitment to combating financial crime, including bribery, fraud, and money laundering, has positioned him as a founding member of the Malaysian Corruption Watch, reflecting his dedication to ethical and balanced financial practices.

Dr. Mazlan holds a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) from Warsaw Management University, Poland, and an MBA from the University of Georgia, Netherlands. He is also a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA), having completed his studies at Kolej Professional Baitulmal in 1995 and receiving his FCIS recognition in 2012. He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the International Islamic University of Malaysia.

Dr. Mazlan is a Chartered Governance Professional with the Chartered Governance Institute of the UK, a Chartered Accountant with the Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), and a Chartered Secretary with the Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (MAICSA). He currently serves as an elected Council Member of both MIA and MAICSA.