Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Mr. Ong Lye Soon is the founder of a property development company, namely Savalut Development Sdn. Bhd. with more than 10 years’ experience in the property development industry. In addition, he has an extensive business experience as he is also an entrepreneur for several private limited companies in Malaysia.
Mr. Ong is currently the Committee Member of Kedah Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, through which he has established a strong commercial network in Kedah.
Group Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
Group Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
Dato’ Alex Kang has held the helm as Group Chief Executive Officer since July 2014, with full responsibility for the Group’s overall planning and operations. With extensive expertise in financial management, strategic planning, corporate restructuring exercises, risk management and investor relations, he plays a key role in formulating strategies and providing solutions for EG Group’s strategic positioning and business expansion.
He is currently the Group Chief Executive Officer of EG Industries Berhad. In recognition of his extensive business experience and leadership, Dato’ Alex was also appointed as an Independent Director of Thong Guan Industries Berhad.
For his outstanding entrepreneurship and dedication, Dato’ Alex was awarded Best Chief Executive Officer and Best Investor Relations Professional by the Malaysian Investor Relations Association (MIRA) under the Microcap category of “The Investor Relations Awards 2015”. In appreciation of his contribution to the business and social community, he was conferred the title of Dato’ in 2018 and appointed as a member of POLTERA, Persatuan Kebajikan Keluarga Bekas Polis dan Tentera, in 2019. He was also appointed as a Distinguished Adjunct Professor by AIMST University, where he shares his business and industry insights with future talent.
In 2025, Dato’ Alex was further recognised as a Forbes China ESG Influential Business Leader, reflecting his leadership, corporate vision and commitment to sustainable business growth.
Independent Non-Executive Director
From 2001 to 2003, Mr. Lim started his career as an audit assistant in Tay and Associate. Thereafter Mr. Lim made his milestone when he stepped into Aim Strong Industries Sdn. Bhd. starting from 2003 to 2005, where he served as Account Executive initially and was gradually promoted to Development Manager from 2005 to 2007. However, due to his diligence and perseverance, he was entrusted with the post of General Manager from 2007 to October 2013. Presently, he is the Executive Director of both Aim Strong Industries Sdn. Bhd. and V-Hua Management Sdn. Bhd.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Independent Non-Executive Director
Mr. Ho Chang Peng was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on 13 February 2026. He is an accomplished business and finance leader with over 25 years of experience in business operations, financial management, corporate governance, strategic planning, and operational transformation.
He began his career in 1996 as a Management Trainee with Asian Grandeur Sdn Bhd, where he built a strong foundation in operations and business management. He subsequently progressed into senior finance roles, serving as Deputy Financial Controller at Bayview Beach Resort from 1998 to 1999, before taking on Director of Finance positions with Sunway Group, including Sunway Georgetown and Sunway Seberang Jaya, from 1999 to 2005. He later continued his finance leadership career with Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya and Hard Rock Hotel Penang from 2005 to 2007, where he was involved in strengthening financial governance, internal controls, and commercial strategy.
Mr. Ho further expanded his corporate finance experience as Chief Financial Officer of Ehors Sdn Bhd from 2008 to 2009, overseeing financial strategy, compliance, and business performance. From 2009 to 2016, he served as Cluster General Manager of Sunway Seberang Jaya and Convention Centre, where he led operational improvement, business performance, and financial excellence.
Since 2016, Mr. Ho has been serving as General Manager of Lexis Suites Penang, where he continues to lead the organisation towards sustainable growth, operational excellence, and long-term business value. His extensive experience in finance, hospitality management, corporate operations, and leadership provides valuable insight and guidance to the Board.
Independent Non-Executive Director
Independent Non-Executive Director
Miss Tan Jie En was admitted as an Advocate and Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2020 after she completed her pupillage at Messrs Zaid Ibrahim & Co, Penang in 2019. Subsequently, she joined Messrs Wong & Loh as a Legal Assistant.
In December 2020 to April 2023, Miss Tan Jie En joined Messrs Wong Chooi & Mohd. Nor. as a Legal Assistant where she handled conveyancing matters, banking and finance, share sale and purchase transaction and probate and the administration of estates. In addition, she also handled commercial and corporate loan documentations for various financial institutions.
At present, Miss Tan Jie En is the Partner of Messrs Ng Law Firm. Her legal expertise spans across the areas of real estate, banking and finance and probate and estate administration.