Experiences That Matter

Tuan Haji Mohd Zakri graduated with a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in2003. Between 2003 and 2010, he served as Plan Assistant Manager Hope Plantation Berhad.

His deep interest in entrepreneurship led him to embark on his own business venture and become Merchang Sepakat Resources’ Manager.

Upon founding Irkaz Group Sdn Bhd in 2010 (currently known as Irkaz Gourmet Sdn Bhd), he became its Managing Director and overseeing its overall opera􀆟ons. He is now the Group Managing Director for Irkaz Group of Companie

IRKAZ GROUP OF COMPANIES
The business por􀆞olio is then divided into several primary businesses :
•Irkaz Gourmet– Raw Food Material
•Irkaz Builders– Building and Construction
•Irkaz Ventures – F& B Business and Franchising
•Irkaz Travel & Tours- Hajj and Umrahfocused travel and hospitality agency
•Irkaz Retail - Grocery retail chain and pioneered the PASSAR grocery brand
•Irkaz S & S - Oil and Gas Catering Service
•Irkaz Solu􀆟ons- IT and Solu􀆟ons

Krishna Adityangga is a visionary leader with extensive experience in academics, research, and entrepreneurship. He holds a Master’s degree in Islamic Economic & Finance from Universitas Islam Indonesia (2007–2009). His career began as Commissioner of Global Eushanosoft, PT, where he served from 2012 to 2015. He then expanded his academic contributions as a Lecturer at Universitas Muhammadiyah Magelang from 2014 to 2016.
In 2015, Krishna founded Skynosoft Portal Prime, a digital technology firm specializing in AI, IoT, and Big Data, which he continues to lead as CEO. Alongside his entrepreneurial journey, he has been an Associate Researcher at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada since 2016, focusing on Islamic economics and business research. In 2017, he launched Oorth, a community-based social media platform offering features like e-wallet, payments, and donations, now globally accessible.
Krishna has earned recognition for his professional achievements, receiving national awards in 2008 and 2019. He has collaborated with the Indonesian government on national digital programs and contributed to discussions at the State Palace in 2019 to enhance the halal traceability ecosystem in sectors such as food, health, beauty, and pharmaceuticals.
Currently, he serves as the International Affairs Director for Irkaz Gourmet Sdn. Bhd., where he drives the company’s expansion into Indonesia and Saudi Arabia. He works on building strategic partnerships, ensuring compliance with local Halal standards, and overseeing operations tailored to these markets. His focus is on establishing centralized kitchens for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, institutional and hospital catering, and customized solutions for the oil and gas sector.
Krishna’s expertise spans cutting-edge technologies, including AI, blockchain, Cloud-Data, and IoT, which he integrates into socio-economic development initiatives. His entrepreneurial ventures, such as GLIDE and Xyz Digital Innovation, further reflect his commitment to innovation and socio-economic growth.

Mr Badlee Hisyam graduated with Bachelor of Civil Engineering from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) in 2003. He had served Marimas Sdn Bhd in 2003 as Site Engineer prior to joining Maxis Broadband Sdn Bhd. as a Project Engineer in 2005 under the Site Facilities and Design Division. In May 2007, he joined Ikhasas Group of Companies, he had been serving various management positions in the construction division with the last holding position as Project Director.

He has vast experience in Project Management, construction, and development including civil and infrastructure works, high-rise mixed development, offices, residential, commercial, resort, and power plant projects. Among the prominent projects that he had been involved in are 3 x 700MW Tanjung Bin Power Plant (Package B1 & B2); Civil and Auxiliaries Works for Steam Turbine and Boiler, Proposed Construction and Completion of SSP Line Feeder Bus Depot and Associated Works at Jinjang, Kuala Lumpur for MRT Corp, Development of Langat 2 Water Treatment Plant and Water Reticulation System in Selangor and Kuala Lumpur, Development of Pulau Perhentian Marriot Resort and Spa, Development of Shaftburry Square in Cyberjaya, Shaftburry Avenue in Putrajaya, Knowledge Worker Development Institite and Hewlett-Packard Delivery Campus in Cyberjaya. To date, he had been managing projects worth more than RM2 Billions cumulatively in terms of the contract value.

He also registered as a Graduate Member with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), a competent Safety Officer, and certifies ISO 9000:2008 Lead Auditor.

Mr. Mohd Azmie graduated with a Bachelor of Economics (Planning and Development) from University of Malaysia Sabah (UMS) in 2004 and Advanced Diploma in Quality Management from Nippon Gakushi-in, Japan Academy in 2005.

He had served PERODUA Sales Sdn Bhd as a Total Quality Management Executive (TQM) in 2005 prior to joining DRB Hicom Berhad as a Senior Executive, Corporate Planning at Group Managing Director Office. During his short-term tenure in DRB Hicom, he was seconded to Puspakom Sdn Bhd as the Branch Manager of Puspakom in 2008. Subsequently, he was promoted as Head of Quality Management of Puspakom Sdn Bhd in 2009.

In April 2010, he joined The Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) as an Account Manager for Petronas Lubricant International (PLI). During his 7 years tenure with PETRONAS Group of companies, he has involved in various international assignment as a Business Partners Manager for Engen Petroleum Ltd.Co (South Africa), Head of Lubricant Business for Petronas Thailand Trading (PTT), Head of LNG Sales for Petronas Trading Company (PETCO) and last held position as a Head of Retail Sale, Sabah Region for Petronas Dagangan Berhad. In January 2018, he then moved to bunker & construction business as a Head of Business Development & Operation for EUSOLID (SWK) Sdn Bhd.

He has vast experience in petrol station business set up and network’s expansion for Oil & Gas, Convenience Store and Food and Beverages outlets. He has successfully set up and executed the branding for GEMILANG 24 convenience store with 53 outlets, He was also the Team Leader for the development of 43 petrol stations under COS, PCOS and BAT concept for PETRONAS Dagangan Berhad and build 11 DODO station for the Dealers across Malaysia.

During past 10 years’ experience in Petrol Station operation management, he has secured more than RM5 billion income for Petronas Dagangan Berhad and its Dealers. He also has a certified Black Belt in Lean Management, Gemba & Kaizen and Quality Management System. Certifies MS ISO/IEC1TO2O, MIBAS, C & U 1994 as a Lead Auditor by VCA UK.

Wan Zainuddin Wan Abdullah has been with the airline catering company (currently known as Brahim’s SATS Food Services Sdn Bhd) for 21 years. He has been working in various departments and held many important positions namely Quality Manager, Penang Flight Kitchen Manager, Airlines Equipment Planning & Warewash Manager, Store Operation, Equipment and Warewash Department Manager.
He had wide knowledge and experience in both In-Flight Quality Management System and In-Flight Food
Safety system (GMP & HACCP system). He had also involved in many process improvement related to Food Safety and Quality at Brahim’s SATS Food Services Sdn Bhd and had push the working system to the next level. He also involved in Company Innovation and Continuous Improvement Plan (BCIP). His wide knowledge and multi skills in operations, InFlight Quality Management System, In-Flight Food Safety, LEAN, 5s and process improvement in the catering Airline Industry is an asset to Irkaz F&B related operations.

Ms. Rajam Sega, Chartered Accountant (MIA) is experienced to direct a wide spectrum of financial management and corporate services towards enhancing the financial health of organizations. She has experience in the manufacturing, EPCC and government special projects sectors.

Rajam Sega started her career with Arthur Andersen as an auditor and tax advisor and is well versed in the finance and human resource field. She has experiences in the areas of strategic planning, financial governance, statutory reporting, budget management and performance management.

She is also involved in reviewing and enhancing internal management systems as well as control and surveillance processes towards strengthening regulatory compliance for the Bank Negara special projects such as the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre (LIBFC) and Asian Institute of Finance Berhad (AIF).

Throughout her career, she has reported to top officials such as all the Governors in Bank Negara Malaysia and officials such as Tan Sri Azlan bin Mohd Zainol, Dato’ Mohammed Azlan Hashim, Tan Sri Azman Hashim, Datuk Seri Tajuddin Atan, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Ranjit, amongst others.

David is a certified and experienced project manager specializing in software and process improvement related projects.

He started his career in the financial industry with exposures across agency management and training, later expanding his experience to product development and project management from vendor selection to deployment and post implementation monitoring and support. Projects he has led include system migrations and shared services setup, performing tasks in various capacities such as user, business analayst, UAT manager and project manager, working closely with IT development teams and business users to achieve the desired objectives and outcomes.

In his current role, David supports the Technology and Solutions portfolio within Irkaz group and Irkaz Tech Sdn.Bhd.