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Malaysia's First-Ever Global Estate Planning Conference

Don’t miss the premier estate planning conference designed to empower you to:

INNOVATE wealth planning strategies

CONNECT with global estate planning experts

CAPITALISE on investment outlooks

Event Date: 14th – 16th July 2025 | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Congress Room Level 12, Sunway Resort Hotel, Selangor, Malaysia

JGBC 2025

About The Event

The Joint Global Business Conference (JGBC) is a premier platform for collaboration, bringing together global experts, estate planners, and policymakers to share latest insights on estate planning. Whether you’re a seasoned estate planner or a professional looking to expand your expertise, JGBC offers unparalleled opportunities to connect, learn, and navigate the evolving landscape of estate planning and wealth management.

Theme of 2025

Your Global Colocation & Interconnection for Businesses

Purpose

Empower estate planners to navigate emerging global trends in estate planning, drive innovation through strategic wealth preservation solutions and technologies, and accelerate growth by seizing opportunities in legacy planning, asset protection, and intergenerational wealth transfer while building resilient estate management frameworks.

Objectives

Gain insights into estate planning trends and strategies, connect with industry experts for meaningful collaborations, and acquire practical tools to drive business growth and success.

300+

Delegates

30+

International Speakers

30+

Countries

Tentative Conference Agenda

Speaker Lineup

Check Out This Year's Key Speakers

Sim Wen Yee

Sim & Rahman Advocates & Solicitors 

Marco Buscema

World Independent Lawyers League (WILL)

Ahmad Feizal Sulaiman Khan

Amanah Raya Berhad

Puan Nurazila

Amanah Raya Berhad

Amardeep Kaur A/P Inderjit Singh

Securities Commission Malaysia

Szey Wong

Infinity Asset Management Limited Hong Kong

Mun Siong Yoong

Vallaris Deal Advisory Pte Ltd

Aaron W. Chai

Visionary Capital

Eva Wong

Marvel Capital Holdings

Ernest Tham

Ernest Tham Advisory Group (ETAG) & Nirvana

Farah Deba Mohamed Sofian

STEP Malaysia / Messrs Wong Lu Peen & Tunku Alina, Advocates & Solicitors

Jonathan Yip

Bethel Chambers LLC

Lee Chiwi

Preceptsgroup International Pte. Ltd & Estate Planning Practitioner Limited (EPPL)

Thoo Lit Ying

Thoo & Partners

S. Jai Shankar

MATRADE

Joyi Cheah

JCIP International Sdn Bhd 

Donna Chen

Promising Attorney’s At Law

Lim Yu Shen

Rodgers Reidy & Co. 

Carmen Tang

Chak & Associates LLP

Ng Boon Gan

VanillaLaw LLC

Hoang Thu Huyen

Asia Business Consulting

Marc Miles

Law Offices of Marc J. Miles P.A./Zahn Law Global, LLP

Wayu Suthisarnsuntorn

Pisut and Partners Co., Ltd.

Małgorzata Skawińska

JMS – Legal. International Legal Desks

Andreas Wonnenberg

Rechtsanwaltskanzlei Wonnenberg

Franky Fung

Sun Lawyers LLP

Rahul Hingmire

Vis Legis Law Practice

Daisuke Kammera

Shusaku Yamamoto LPC

Hariz Lee

RPC Premier Law

Maximilian Breitling

RAE Gleichenstein & Breitling

Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao

TTP – Meilin Law Firm

Elsa Law

Elsa Law & Co. Solicitors

Jelena Nad

JN Marketing Strategy

Paola Turello

Advocate Paola Turello

Justyna Matuszak

JMS – Legal. International Legal Desks

Arjun Bala

Metayage Private Limited

Yuki Nakamura

Nakamura Law Offices

Kalyani Sharma

Singhania and Co LLP

D S Vivek

Annveshan Business Solutions

More Speakers Coming Soon!

Event Highlights

Designed To Inspire & Transform!

Estate Planning Conference

Don't miss the chance to attend powerful conference modules consisting 20+ topics led by 30+ industry experts and gain the competitive edge in business!

Business Matching Sessions

Unlock valuable connections and connect with policymakers, industry leaders, and financial experts from around the globe to unlock business opportunities.

Investment Opportunities

Discover strategic insights into Malaysia’s key industries, including real estate, technology, manufacturing, education and more, while exploring lucrative avenues for expansion and collaboration.

Brand Showcase Zone

Discover innovative solutions and connect with leading brands in a dynamic space designed for hands-on experiences and meaningful business interactions.

About The Venue

An Exceptional Experience Awaits!

Get Ready to Be Inspired by

7 Dynamic Conference Modules and 20+ Engaging Topics!

**Full conference agenda & speaker line up coming soon

Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs

Malaysia Investment Outlook

Business Transformation

Intellectual Property Protection & Rights

Real Estate & Infrastructure Development

Education Development in Malaysia

Economical & Financial Development in Malaysia

Get Ready to Be Inspired by

7 Dynamic Conference Modules and 20+ Engaging Topics!

**Full conference agenda & speaker line up coming soon

Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs

Malaysia Investment Outlook

Business Transformation

Intellectual Property Protection & Rights

Real Estate & Infrastructure Development

Education Development in Malaysia

Economical & Financial Development in Malaysia

JGBC 2025 is fully HRDC Claimable! If you are a registered employer under HRD Corp, you are eligible for 100% claim. For more information, please contact Grace +6010-262-5591 for more info. 

Copyright 2025 Joint Global Business Conference

Sim Wen Yee

Founder and Senior Partner of Messrs Sim & Rahman, Advocates & Solicitors

Ms. Sim Wen Yee is the Founder and Senior Partner of Messrs Sim & Rahman, TEP member of STEP Singapore, Deputy President of APEACC, Exco and legal advisor to Breast Cancer Welfare Association (BCWA), past President of WILL Asia Pacific and Lifetime member of Worldwide Independent Lawyers League (WILL), and the Lead Trainer at the Malaysia Law Institution.

With over 10 years of experience, she specialises in wills, international probate and estate administration matters, family office and foundation advises, property, and company law. She notably closed cases worth USD 11 million for a Korean family with assets across East Malaysia, Korea, Singapore, and the U.S.

Conference Topic: Ensuring Legacies: The Art and Science of Will Writing & Trust Planning

Marco Buscema

Founder Of Worldwide Independent Lawyers League (WILL), Insurance And Personal Injury Attorney

Marco Buscema is an expert in Italian insurance law with over 10 years of industry experience in Italy and Germany. He is the Founder of WILL, a global network of top legal specialists spanning over 18 time zones, dedicated to making high-quality legal services accessible worldwide. 

Ahmad Feizal Sulaiman Khan

Group Managing Director of Amanah Raya Berhad

Ahmad Feizal Sulaiman Khan has a strong background in finance and business management, with experience in various roles such as Group Managing Director at Amanah Raya Berhad, Chief Business Officer at Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad, and Head of Wholesale Banking at Century Banking Corporation. With a degree in Accounting & Finance from the University of Warwick, Ahmad has a solid foundation in financial services and has been involved in high-level transactions and deals throughout their career.

Conference Topic: Ensuring Legacies: The Art and Science of Will Writing & Trust Planning

Nurazila Mat Lazim

Head of Customer Relationship Management Department, Amanah Raya Berhad

Nurazila Mat Lazim is the Head of the Customer Relationship Management Department at Amanah Raya Berhad, a role she has held since 2013. She began her career as a Legal Associate and later joined Amanah Raya’s Legal Department in 2008. With experience in trust administration and legal advisory, she holds a Bachelor of Law from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and an MBA from Universiti Utara Malaysia.

Conference Topic: Islamic Estate Management Components

Amardeep Kaur A/P Inderjit Singh

General Manager, Investment Management Development Dept of Securities Commission Malaysia

Amardeep has been with the SC since 2004, after serving in various roles at Bursa Malaysia from 1998 to 2004. She played a key role in developing the Single Family Office Tax Incentive Scheme, overseen by the SC under the Ministry of Finance. She is also a recipient of the prestigious British Chevening Scholarship.

Conference Topic: Single Family Office Tax Incentive Scheme in Malaysia

Szey Wong

Consultant, Infinity Asset Management Limited, Hong Kong

Szey Wong is a finance expert with over 20 years of experience in financial markets, risk management, and fintech. He has held key roles in top firms like Marsh McLennan and Dow Jones, and led fintech ventures within FTSE-listed institutions. He now focuses on private wealth and family office services, helping high-net-worth clients across Asia with wealth preservation and generational planning.

Conference Topic: Smart Investments: Strategies for Sustainable Wealth Growth

Mun Siong Yoong

Founder and CEO, VALLARIS™ | General Partner, VENTUREHERO™ | Limited Partner, DragonX Capital

Mun Siong Yoong is the Founder and CEO of VALLARIS™ with 26 years of experience in M&A and venture capital. He is also a General Partner at VENTUREHERO™ and Limited Partner at DragonX Capital. A recognised expert in valuation and corporate finance, he advises on regulatory panels and is known for guiding investors through global capital trends and high-return strategies.

Conference Topic: Smart Investments: Strategies for Sustainable Wealth Growth

Aaron W. Chai

Client Director of Visionary Capital

Aaron W. Chai is a seasoned financial advisor with over a decade of experience in wealth creation and management across Malaysia, Singapore, and Australia. He specialises in helping families achieve financial security through strategic, cross-border investment solutions. At Visionary Capital, he focuses on protecting clients’ best interests. 



Conference Topic: Smart Investments: Strategies for Sustainable Wealth Growth

Eva Wong

Business Development Manager at Marvel Capital Holdings Limited

Eva Wong Yuen Hwa is an Estate Planning Strategist and Business Development Manager at Marvel Capital Holding Limited, with over 15 years of experience. She specialises in offshore trusts, cross-border estate planning, and wealth preservation for high-net-worth individuals. A Certified Financial Planner and HRDF-accredited trainer, Eva also authors books on financial literacy, focusing on tax efficiency and seamless wealth transfer.

Conference Topic: Elevate Your Estate Planning Expertise: Offshore Trust

Ernest Tham

Founder of Ernest Tham Advisory Group (ETAG) & NIRVANA

Ernest Tham is the Founder of ETAG (Ernest Tham Advisory Group) and a Professional Bereavement Specialist with over 20 years of experience. As a District Service Director of Nirvana Asia, he helps families ease emotional and financial burdens through pre-planned bereavement solutions. He is also featured in Britishpedia’s Successful People in Malaysia 2022 and has held leadership roles in BNI and Toastmasters.

Conference Topic: Advantages of Bereavement Pre-Planning

Farah Deba Binti Mohamed Sofian

STEP Malaysia Chairperson & Partner of Messrs Wong Lu Peen & Tunku Alina, Advocates & Solicitors

Farah Deba Binti Mohamed Sofian is a senior Advocate & Solicitor with over 33 years of experience, specialising in private wealth, inheritance, and succession planning. A Partner at Messrs Wong Lu Peen & Tunku Alina, she serves as the STEP Malaysia Branch Chairperson and advises both Muslim and non-Muslim clients on estate.

Conference Topic: The Impact of Mental Incapacity in Estate Planning

Jonathan Yip

Associate, Bethel Chambers LLC

Jonathan Yip is an Associate at Bethel Chambers LLC who blends his passion for social work and advocacy with legal practice. He is committed to offering empathetic, client-focused guidance, aiming not just to advise legally but to help reshape his clients’ stories by understanding the emotional and social dimensions of the law.

Conference Topic: The Impact of Mental Incapacity in Estate Planning

Lee Chiwi

CEO of PreceptsGroup International Pte. Ltd. & Chairman of Estate Planning Practitioner Limited

Lee Chiwi is the CEO of PreceptsGroup International and Chairman of Estate Planning Practitioners Limited (EPPL). With over 35 years of legal experience, he began his career as an Advocate & Solicitor in Singapore and spent 16 years in corporate and private client law. He later led Rockwills Singapore’s growth in estate planning before its rebranding as PreceptsGroup. A TEP member, former Chairman of STEP Singapore, and Chartered Trustee (ChT), Lee is also the author of key publications on trusts and wealth management.

Conference Topic: The Impact of Mental Incapacity in Estate Planning

Thoo Lit Ying

Senior Partner of Thoo & Partners Law Firm

Thoo Lit Ying is an experienced corporate lawyer with over a decade of expertise in M&A, corporate governance, cross-border transactions, and regulatory compliance. She has advised both multinational and growing businesses, with notable work in high-value deals across Malaysia, Japan, Thailand, and China, as well as in capital markets and international business expansion.

Conference Topic: M&A within Family Businesses

S. Jai Shankar

Senior Director, Export Promotion & Market Access Division, MATRADE

Mr. S. Jai Shankar plays a key role in spearheading efforts to boost Malaysia’s exports by expanding market access and facilitating promotional activities. As the national trade promotion agency, MATRADE is instrumental in developing and promoting Malaysian exports globally.

Conference Topic: Leveraging Malaysia as a strategic Hub for Global Trade and Market Expansion

Joyi Cheah

Managing Director of JCIP International Sdn Bhd

Joyi Cheah is an intellectual property (IP) consultant with over 10 years of experience, advising a wide range of clients from major developers and manufacturers to SMEs and startups. Her expertise covers trademarks, copyrights, patents, and industrial.

Conference Topic: Brand expansion - Malaysia as a hub for South East Asia IP

Donna Chen

Chief Executive Officer of Passion Attorneys At Law

Donna is an experienced attorney with 24 years of practice in family law, torts, land property, and trust law. She has led over 1,000 cases with an 80%+ success rate and specialises in trust structuring and family office setup. She is a recipient of the 20-Year Service Awards from the Taipei and Taoyuan Bar Associations.

Conference Topic: How does trust work in Taiwan?

Lim Yu Shen

Senior Partner of Rodgers Reidy & Co.

Lim Yu Shen is a Partner at Rodgers Reidy & Co., with 8 years of experience in corporate insolvency, liquidation, receivership, and restructuring. He is one of Malaysia’s youngest licensed liquidators and plays a key role in expanding the firm’s presence in Singapore and Malaysia. He holds multiple professional credentials, including memberships with MIA, CPA Australia, IPAM, and INSOL International.

Conference Topic: Insolvency & Restructuring in SEA

Carmen Tang

Senior Partner of Chak & Associates LLP

Carmen Tang is a Senior Partner at Chak & Associates LLP, a boutique law firm in Hong Kong, with over 20 years of legal experience. She has worked in both the private and public sectors, including roles as Legal Counsel for the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data and Investigation Counsel for the Law Society of Hong Kong.

Conference Topic: Strategic navigation in the era of digital transformation

Ng Boon Gan

Associate Director of VanillaLaw LLC

Boon Gan, called to the Singapore Bar in 2015, has worked extensively with SMEs, focusing on keeping businesses profitable by avoiding litigation through proper agreements and mediation. He is certified in mediation advocacy and business translation, enhancing his ability to support cross-border business relationships.

Conference Topic: Using Shareholders Agreements to Preserve Value

Hoang Thu Huyen

Founder & CEO of Asia Business Consulting of Asia Business Consulting

Hoang Thu Huyen is the Founder and CEO of Asia Business Consulting, with 20 years of experience in corporate structuring, legal and tax advisory, M&A, and business consulting in Vietnam. She has assisted multinational companies from over 50 countries and previously held leadership roles at top consulting and legal firms. 

Conference Topic: Trade Agreements and Regional Integration - How ASEAN and Other Trade Agreements Impact Investment

Marc Miles

International Tax And Business Attorney of Law Offices of Marc J. Miles P.A./Zahn Law Global, LLP

Marc Miles is a renowned international Tax and Business Law attorney, advising global clients with U.S. ties including businesses, entrepreneurs, and families. With deep expertise and passion, he guides clients through complex international tax and business matters.

Conference Topic: US Federal and State Income Tax Considerations for Foreign Entities

Wayu Suthisarnsuntorn

Senior Partner of Pisut and Partners Co., Ltd.

Wayu Suithisarnsuntorn is a Senior Partner at Pisut & Partners, leading the firm’s Corporate and Commercial Practice. With over 15 years of experience, he advises multinational and local clients on M&A, joint ventures, foreign investment, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactions. Recognised as one of Thailand’s Top 100 Lawyers and a Rising Star by Asian Legal Business, Wayu is also a published contributor on Thai corporate and investment laws.

Conference Topic: Foreign direct Investment regulations in Thailand

Małgorzata Skawińska

JMS – Legal. International Legal Desks

Conference Topic: From Conflict to Collaboration: The Role of Intercultural Mediation and Negotiation in Cross-Border Transactions

Andreas Wonnenberg

Attorney of Rechtsanwaltskanzlei Wonnenberg

Andreas Wonnenberg is the founder and owner of Wonnenberg Law Firm in Germany, specialising in labour law, contract law, and sports law. With extensive in-house legal experience at KPMG, Allianz, Commerzbank’s asset management, and Aon Hewitt, he is also an expert in pension schemes and employee benefits.

Conference Topic: Labour Law issues at international business transactions

Franky Fung

Partner of Sun Lawyers LLP & Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP)

Franky Fung Kin Wah is a Partner at Sun Lawyers LLP in Hong Kong with over 20 years of legal experience. A solicitor in Hong Kong and Foreign Legal Affairs Attorney in Taiwan, he is also a TEP under STEP UK, specialising in corporate, commercial, wealth succession, and trust matters including M&A and family trust setups.

Conference Topic: Family trust and family office in Hong Kong

Rahul Hingmire

Managing Partner of Vis Legis Law Practice, Advocates

Rahul Hingmire is the Managing Partner of Vis Legis Law Practice, with over 15 years of experience in dispute resolution, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property. He is also an angel investor, startup mentor, and legal advisor to several ventures. Rahul actively contributes to industry discussions through publications in Forbes India and other platforms, and serves as Chairperson of the Arbitration Committee at MACCIA.

Conference Topic: Unlocking India’s Potential: Legal Strategies for Facilitating Foreign Direct Investment

Daisuke Kammera

Senior Partner of Shusaku Yamamoto LPC

Daisuke Kammera is a partner at Shusaku Yamamoto LPC in Osaka. Formerly with Omron Corporation, he now serves on key legal bodies including the Osaka Bar Association (Vice President, IP Committee) and JILA, and is a Certified Fraud Examiner and Advisor for SME Internationalization Support.

Conference Topic: Trade Agreements and Regional Integration

Hariz Lee

Partner of RPC Premier Law

Hariz Lee is a litigation specialist with over 10 years of experience. He has represented SMEs, MNCs, financial institutions, and HNWIs in numerous high-profile Singapore High Court cases, including injunctions and enforcement proceedings. Recognised as a Rising Star by Asian Legal Business in 2023, Hariz also serves on various committees and advisory boards.

Conference Topic: Insolvency & Restructuring in SEA

Maximilian Breitling

President WILL DACH of Maximilian Breitling, RAE Gleichenstein & Breitling

Maximilian Breitling is a founding partner of Gleichenstein & Breitling in Munich, specialising in insolvency, restructuring, corporate, and real estate law. With over 25 years of experience, he has led numerous successful corporate turnarounds and insolvency proceedings.

Conference Topic: Cross border insolvency issues and the importance of a lawyers network from a practical perspective

Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao

Founder of TTP - MEILIN Law Firm

Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao is the Founder and CEO of TTP – Meilin Law Firm, with over 20 years of experience in investment structuring and legal advisory. She has advised more than 400 Japanese companies investing in Vietnam, including major corporations such as Sapporo, Asahi, Daiwa House, EREX, and NRI.

Conference Topic: Investing in Vietnam Through M&A: A Strategic Guide for Legal Experts

Elsa Law

Founder and partner of Elsa Law & Co. Solicitors

Elsa Law is the Founder and Partner of Elsa Law & Co. Solicitors, a Hong Kong-based full-service law firm with nearly 20 years of operation. With over 25 years of legal experience, she specialises in cross-border commercial transactions and family law, and is known for her collaborative and holistic approach to legal problem-solving.

Conference Topic: Digital Transformation and Legal Implications for Cross-Border Businesses - the Hong Kong perspective

Jelena Nad

CEO of JN Marketing Strategy

With 10 years of experience across Mexico and Serbia, Jelena Nad founded JN Marketing Strategy in 2019 and helps legal professionals build strong personal and corporate brands in both local and international markets. She is a specialist in business development, marketing, and communication for law firms and professional service companies.

Conference Topic: Hot Leads, Faster Growth: AI in Legal & Business Sales

Paola Turello

Sole Practitioner Law Firm Advocate Paola Turello

Paola Turello is a senior Italian lawyer with over 25 years of experience, specialising in civil, criminal, and insurance law. She manages her own practice in Udine and is registered with the Bar of Udine and the Cassation Lawyers Register in Rome. She advises major clients on debt recovery, compensation claims, and executive procedures, and actively contributes to legal education and public service.

Conference Topic: Italian Fiscal Regulation of Short Term Rentals

Justyna Matuszak

Attorney at Law, President of WILL Poland, LL.M, JMS – Legal. International Legal Desks

Justyna Matuszak, is an attorney and founder of JMS Legal, specialising in commercial law, data protection, IP, IT, and art law. With experience in compliance and labour law, she has led major projects in data protection and IP in Poland. She is a certified Data Protection Officer, Relationship Manager at WILL, member of INPLP, and serves on multiple advisory boards.

Conference Topic: Global Lawyers. New Perspective For Lawyers

Arjun Bala

Patent Attorney, CPVA (Certified Patent Valuation Analyst) of Metayage, Inc.

Arjun Bala is a patent attorney and a Certified Patent Valuation Analyst (CPVA) with 20 years of experience in patent prosecution. He has worked as head of India Operations for a US patent law firm headquartered in California, closely working with Silicon Valley start-ups, VCs, and tech MNCs prior to founding Metayage in 2006.

Conference Topic: International patent strategies - Why, Where, and How?

Yuki Nakamura

Founder and managing partner of Nakamura Law Offices

Yuki Nakamura is the founding partner of Nakamura Law Offices in Tokyo, specialising in corporate law, M&A, cross-border transactions, and international inheritance. Admitted to practice in Japan and New York, he advises clients across various industries and serves as President of the Asia Pacific Region of WILL.

Conference Topic: Japanese estate and inheritance law application for foreigners who own Japanese estate

Kalyani Sharma

Partner at Singhania & Co.

With over 23 years of experience, Kalyani Sharma specialises in corporate and commercial law, advising businesses on legal strategy, litigation, and compliance. She is an LL.M. in IPR, a member of the Bar Council of India, WILL, and ILA, and serves as an Independent Director at Finquest Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Conference Topic: International Business Investment & Cross Border Transactions

D.S. Vivek

Principal Consultant of Annveshan Business Solutions

D.S. Vivek is a Chartered Accountant and Principal Consultant at Annveshan, a firm built on a 56+ year legacy of tax advisory in India. With over 27 years of experience, he specialises in international taxation, estate and succession planning, and cross-border regulatory strategy. Vivek leads the firm’s Global Tax and Regulatory practice, advising multinationals, HNWIs, family conglomerates, and startups.He is well-regarded for translating complex tax and family governance issues into clear, compliant structures that preserve wealth across generations.

Conference Topic: Minimising Tax, Maximising Legacy: Estate Planning Insights from India and Beyond