BIO

Khin Chong
Entrepreneur | Educator | Workplace Mentor
Khin Chong is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, educator, and mentor with over 15 years of experience spanning entrepreneurship, business development, leadership, and higher education. Recognised for his ability to build purpose-driven organisations and develop people, he has established a diverse portfolio of ventures across hospitality, education, retail, property, and creative industries.
His entrepreneurial journey began in Perth, Western Australia, where he developed an early interest in investment and business. What started as a personal pursuit of learning and market research eventually evolved into the foundation of Successive JK Ventures (SJKV), a business group that today encompasses multiple brands and initiatives focused on long-term growth, innovation, and community impact.
Alongside his business ventures, Khin has dedicated more than a decade to mentoring students, graduates, and young professionals. As an appointed Adjunct Faculty Member at one of Malaysia’s leading private universities, he actively contributes to leadership development, industry engagement, employer-led projects, and career readiness initiatives, helping bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world professional expectations.
Known for his people-first leadership philosophy, Khin believes that success is measured not only by business achievements but also by the ability to inspire growth in others. Through his work as an entrepreneur, educator, and mentor, he continues to champion lifelong learning, entrepreneurial thinking, and purposeful leadership, creating opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive.
His contributions to business, education, and leadership development have earned him multiple industry and professional recognitions, reflecting his commitment to building organisations, empowering people, and creating meaningful impact beyond commercial success.
Awards:
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Outstanding Personality Award (Leadership Coach) – Malaysia Education & TVET Awards 2025
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Entrepreneur of the Year – 13th International Prestige Brand Award 2025
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Brand of the Year – 12th International Prestige Brand Award 2025
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Below 40 Entrepreneur Award – The Round Table KL, 2025
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Brand Award – The Round Table KL, 2025
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Hiring Employer and Industry Collaborative Partner Recognition - INTI, 2020
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STAR Partner Award – INTI International University and Colleges, 2016–2018
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Students’ Choice Award – INTI International University and Colleges, 2018
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TEDx UMS Club Speaker - University Malaysia Sabah
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TEDx INTI Sabah Speaker - INTI International College Sabah
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Citizenship Award – Taylor’s College Australia, 2007
Khin continues to support the next generation through speaking engagements, mentorship, and collaborative projects, often directing honorariums to charitable causes focused on youth and education.
Designations:
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Founder & Brand Manager, Successive JK Ventures Sdn Bhd, Malaysia.
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Co-Founder and Executive Director, SJKV (AU) Pty Ltd, Australia.
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Chief Executive Officer, Chong Kah Realty Sdn Bhd, Malaysia.
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Founder & Garage Director, Bayview Garage, Malaysia.
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Co-Founder and Consultant, Attribute Design, Malaysia.
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Adjunct Faculty Member, INTI International University and Colleges, Malaysia.
- Employer Project Mentor, INTI International College Subang, Malaysia.
Qualifications
2024
National University of Singapore
2023
University of Oxford
Said Business School
2022
Stanford University
Center for Health Education
2019-2021
Massachusetts Institute of Technology SLOAN
2011-2012
Cornell University
2010-2012
Edith Cowan University
2009-2010
Murdoch Institute
of Technology
Professional Certificate in Digital Product Management
Oxford Executive Leadership Programme
(OXF-SBS-MNB)
Executive Certificate in Employee Wellness and Stress Management
Executives Certificate in Management and Leadership
Certificate in Marketing Strategy for Business Leaders
Bachelor of Arts in Geography and History
Diploma of Commerce
2006-2009
UWA Claremont
Taylors College
UWAFY University of Western Australia Foundation Program.
Work with Khin
External Workplace Mentor & People Development Advisor
Supporting employees through confidential one-to-one mentoring, career guidance, workplace communication, personal development and leadership growth.
(Available for part-time corporate appointments, monthly retainers and project-based engagements.)
Advisory & Mentorship
• Executive Leadership
• Strategic Business Planning
• People & Culture Development
• Career Development
• Industry Collaboration Projects
Speaking Engagements
Since 2013, Khin has facilitated workshops and contributed as a guest speaker at forums, universities, colleges and corporate programmes. Drawing from his experience as an entrepreneur and educator, he supports individuals and teams in career development, workplace communication, leadership and personal growth.
(He accepts a limited number of speaking engagements and mentorship programmes each year, with selected fees and honorariums supporting charitable and community initiatives.)
Speaking Topics
• Leadership & Innovation
• Career Planning & Employability
• Entrepreneurship & Business Mindset
• Personal Growth & Self-Development
• Interpersonal Communication
















Design Thinking Project - INTI NILAI / SUBANG

Design Thinking Project - INTI NILAI / SUBANG


Design Thinking Project - INTI NILAI


Employer Project - INTI NILAI BBUS

Speaker for Workshop 2 "Lead Through The Storm" at YouthSpeak Forum 2021 by AIESEC UMS.

Speaker for Workshop 2 "Lead Through The Storm" at YouthSpeak Forum 2021 by AIESEC UMS.

Speaker for Workshop 2 "Lead Through The Storm" at YouthSpeak Forum 2021 by AIESEC UMS.

Alumni Mentor - Edith Cowan University, Australia.

Guest Speaker - Soft Skills and Industrial Pro Sharing & Workshop at Almacrest International College.

Guest Speaker - Soft Skills and Industrial Pro Sharing & Workshop at Almacrest International College.

Guest Speaker - CSR and NGO Topics for School of Hospitality.

Guest Speaker - CSR and NGO Topics for School of Hospitality.

Judge - Final Pitch for Design Thinking.

Mentoring - Employer's Project Final Presentation.

Mentoring - Employer's Project Kick Off.

Mentoring - Employer's Project Kick Off.

Coaching for Career Planning Workshop for TEDx UMS

Coaching for Career Planning Workshop for TEDx UMS

Industry Partner representative - Online Sharing Session.

Industry Partner representative - Online Sharing Session.





Judging for Innovative Projects by INTI Sabah.

Advisory Board Meeting.

Advisory Board Meeting.



Coaching Session - for Employer Projects.

Coaching Session - for Employer Projects.


Speaker for Career Planning at TEDxUMS.
