From left: Prof Dato’ Ewe, Ms Ng Lee Tieng, Mr Lee Thiam Wah, Dato’ Dr Ding, and Mr Hew gathering at the iconic bronze sculptures
UTAR and UTAR Hospital welcomed a visit by 99 Speedmart on 18 January 2025 at Kampar.
The meaningful visit aimed to strengthen the collaborative relationship between UTAR and 99 Speedmart. It also sought to provide the 99 Speedmart management team with a clear understanding of UTAR and UTAR Hospital’s operational structures, paving the way towards a potential long-term partnership between the Malaysian higher education institution and mini supermarket chain.
Leading the management team from 99 Speedmart were 99 Speedmart Chief Executive Officer Mr Lee Thiam Wah and Burger King Malaysia and Singapore Chief Executive Officer Ms Ng Lee Tieng.
During the visit, the delegates from 99 Speedmart were given a comprehensive tour of UTAR Kampar Campus and UTAR Hospital, led by UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat and UTAR Hospital Chief Executive Officer Dato’ Dr Ding Lay Ming respectively.
To provide a clear understanding of UTAR and UTAR Hospital’s contemporary development, Prof Dato’ Ewe shared an in-depth introduction to the institutions at the UTAR Gallery, focusing on topics such as the programmes, campus layout, staff and student numbers, academic and industry partners, and future medical services.
Representing 99 Speedmart CEO Mr Lee Thiam Wah, Burger King Malaysia and Singapore CEO Ms Ng Lee Tieng said, “We have previously engaged in brief collaborations with UTAR for student recruitment initiatives. However, this visit provides us with a valuable opportunity to gain deeper insights into UTAR and UTAR Hospital’s development overview, enabling us to develop plans to better support students.”
Ms Ng Lee Tieng sharing 99 Speedmart’s interest to further collaboration in talent development with UTAR
She added, “As our team gained insights into the development of both UTAR and UTAR Hospital, we believe it will be beneficial to extend our collaboration into talent development, as we always welcome new skills and talents.”
UTAR President Prof Dato’ Ewe said, “We are honoured and delighted to welcome the delegations from 99 Speedmart. UTAR and UTAR Hospital will continue striving for greater heights, remaining committed to nurturing talented students and contributing to Malaysia by cultivating pillars and talents who embody positivity and kindness.”
Prof Dato’ Ewe highlighting UTAR and UTAR Hospital’s efforts in cultivating more local talents
He added, “We wish to provide affordable and high-quality medical services through UTAR Hospital to better serve those in need. At the same time, the hospital will also serve as a hub to train future talents and conduct medical research, inspiring more people to take good care of themselves.”
Additionally, Prof Dato’ Ewe presented a talk titled Artificial Intelligence and Holistic Education to the visiting guests. The talk focused on the evolution of knowledge sharing among humans, discussing the transformation of intelligence into artificial intelligence (AI) in recent decades. He shared both the benefits and inherent risks of integrating AI into education, emphasising its role in fostering a holistic approach to developing modern literacy among students, which is instrumental in today’s rapidly evolving world. Meanwhile, the talk also delved into topics such as biotechnology, neurotechnology, information technology, the industrial revolution, and challenges faced by modern workers and students.
The visiting delegation comprised 99 Speedmart Chief Operating Officer Mr Yong Eng Kwang, Chief Financial Officer Ms Esther Ong Yee Peng, Director of Finance Ms Lee Lay Liang, Director of Business Development Ms Leong Sau Chan, Director of Logistics Mr Chia Yong Cherng, Senior Manager of Trading Operation Ms Tan Hui See, Head of Human Resources Ms Lee Pei Yong, Director of Management Information System Mr Simon Yong Kin Onn, Senior Manager of Administration Mr Tan June Meng, General Manager of Management Information System Mr Yeoh Kian Hui, Senior Manager of Branch Set-up Equipment Mr Ting Koon Chie, General Manager of Account Mr Mak Pooi Hin, General Manager of East Malaysia Operations Mr Foo Meng Keet, Senior Manager of Project Department Mr Tee Tian Hock, and Personal Assistant of CEO Ms Ng Woon Hui.
Welcoming the delegation were UTAR Council Member Mr Hew Fen Yee and UTAR T&CM Centre Director Assoc Prof Dr Te Kian Keong. Joining them were Faculty of Information and Communication Technology (FICT) Dean Prof Ts Dr Liew Soung Yue, Faculty of Science (FSc) Dean Assoc Prof Dr Lim Tuck Meng, Faculty of Arts and Social Science (FAS) Deputy Dean for Academic Development and Undergraduate Programmes Ts Dr Khor Kheng Kia, Faculty of Business and Finance (FBF) Deputy Dean for Academic Development and Undergraduate Programmes Dr Peter Tan Sin Howe, Institute of Chinese Studies (ICS) Deputy Dean for Academic Development and Undergraduate Programmes Assoc Prof Dr Wong Wun Bin, Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology academic Ts Dr Wong Ling Yong, Office of International Affairs (OIA) Deputy Director Assoc Prof Dr Chen, I-Chi, Division of Programme Promotion (DPP) Deputy Director Mr Tan Choon Wah, Head of Department of Scholarships and Financial Aid (DSFA) Ms Tan Wear Sim, Head of Department of Soft Skills Competency (DSSC) (Kampar Campus) Ms Hee Chwen Yee, Centre for Corporate and Community Development (CCCD) Head for Corporate and Community Training En Mohd Faizul bin Ahmad, OIA Manager Ms Liu Dan, Senior Assistant Managers Ms Chin Sau Lai, Ms Loi Sien Mun, Ms Wang Yiling; and Assistant Managers Ms Yee Kai Ling and Ms Goo Yi Qun.
Prof Dato’ Ewe (left) and Mr Lee Thiam Wah exchanging souvenirs
Tour around UTAR Kampar Campus and UTAR Hospital
Group photographs at UTAR Heritage Hall Building (top) and UTAR Hospital (bottom)
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