Experian Malaysia has announced the success of “Leaders on the Walk”, a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) event which saw the attendance of over 20 C-suite leaders with more than 300 university students and early career professionals on a 5-kilometer walk. The initiative fostered mentorship and dialogue outside of traditional settings while lifting the vibrant spirit of Merdeka.
Held at the Perdana Botanical Garden in Kuala Lumpur, this 221-acre sanctuary provided a serene backdrop for the event. Mentees were able to connect with industry leaders, gaining insights and guidance through informal conversations during the walk. This innovative format blended physical activity with authentic mentorship, departing from conventional panel discussions.
“We are incredibly proud of the profound impact “Leaders on the Walk” has had. This event truly embodied the spirit of Merdeka, allowing established leaders to ‘give back’ to the future talents of our nation. The energy and genuine engagement between the leaders and the mentees were truly inspiring, reinforcing our steadfast commitment to building a robust mentorship ecosystem and preparing the next generation for real-world leadership challenges.” said Chua Chai Ping, Country Head and HR Director of Experian Malaysia.
She added, “Leaders on the Walk” is not envisioned as a one-off activity. Instead, it marks the start of a longer-term mentorship ecosystem, designed to continuously nurture and empower future leaders in Malaysia. Experian Malaysia, with the support from our partners from GBS Networking Circle and PIKOM–GBS Malaysia, is eager to build on this success and remain dedicated to championing leadership development and nation-building initiatives for years to come.”
The robust support from large corporations and academic institutions underscored a shared commitment to shaping future-ready graduates. By fostering inclusive dialogue and direct access to industry veterans, “Leaders on the Walk” inspired and equipped the next generation with the insights and confidence needed to lead. This initiative is a testament to the value of experiential learning and meaningful engagement in cultivating Malaysia’s future leaders.
Supporting and participating companies included:
| Experian Malaysia | TalentCorp |
| PIKOM – GBS Malaysia | Lumileds |
| Sanofi | Ernst & Young (EY) |
| Dell | Telecontinent Sdn Bhd |
| Abbott | Graduan |
| HSBC | Hilti |
| Shell | Talentbank |
| BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn. Bhd. | TalentLabs |
Key academic institutions participated include:
| 42KL | Universiti Malaya |
| Heriot-Watt University Malaysia | University of Nottingham Malaysia |
| Taylor’s University | Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation (APU) |
| Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM) | Monash University Malaysia |
| Sunway University | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) |
| INTI University | Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) |