Directors Profile

Executive Chairman
Age: 44
Gender: Male
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Dato’ Sri Edwin Tan Pei Seng began his career as a Financial Executive before advancing to the position of Financial Controller. He later served as Executive Director across various private companies involved in hospitality, investment holding, property development and other sectors.

He has been instrumental in the successful development of notable projects such as Bizhub Skudai 8, Paragon Residences and Paragon Suites. He also played a pivotal role in establishing Paragon Private and International School, which commenced full operations in January 2017.

Dato’ Sri Edwin Tan was recognised among the 100 Most Influential Young Entrepreneurs in 2016 and was awarded the Young Entrepreneurs Super Model Awards 2022 by the Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (“ACCCIM”). He currently serves as an Honorary Life President of the Johor Bahru Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (“JBCCCI”).

As the Executive Chairman of Paragon Globe Berhad, he is responsible for setting the Group’s strategic direction, formulating company policies, ensuring operational efficiency and driving sustainable and profitable growth.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and E-Commerce Management, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia.

Board committee memberships
None.

Directorships in other public listed companies
None.

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
Brother of Dato’ Sri Godwin Tan, Group Executive Director. Both are directors and shareholders of the Company’s ultimate holding company, Paragon Adventure Sdn. Bhd.

Conflict of interest
The details of potential conflict of interest and recurrent related party transactions are disclosed in the Statement on Additional Compliance Information and Audit Committee Report on pages 161 and 164 of the Annual Report.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Group Executive Director
Age: 41
Gender: Male
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Dato’ Sri Godwin Tan Pei Poh started his career as management trainee upon graduation and he steadily ascended to Executive Director roles within various private companies. In collaboration with his brother, Dato’ Sri Edwin Tan, he spearheaded the development of several projects, including Paragon Residences and Paragon Suites, and contributed to the successful establishment Paragon Private and International School.

Dato’ Sri Godwin Tan also actively engaged in the management of Paragon Market Place, a retail mall located in Johor Bahru. Furthermore, he successfully concluded collaborations with Selgate Healthcare Sdn. Bhd. for the development of healthcare industry.

As the Group Executive Director, he is responsible for strategic administration, marketing initiatives, operational planning and financial management across the Group’s business activities.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Alliant International University, San Diego, California, United States of America.

Board committee memberships
None.

Directorships in other public listed companies
None.

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
Brother of Dato’ Sri Edwin Tan, Executive Chairman. Both are directors and shareholders of the Company’s ultimate holding company, Paragon Adventure Sdn. Bhd.

Conflict of interest
The details of potential conflict of interest and recurrent related party transactions are disclosed in the Statement on Additional Compliance Information and Audit Committee Report on pages 161 and 164 of the Annual Report.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Executive Director
Age: 58
Gender: Female
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Madam Leong Siew Foong began her career at a renowned corporate secretarial firm, where she gained extensive experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance and corporate management. Over the years, she has accumulated more than thirty-four (34) years of working experience in corporate secretarial industry.

As an Executive Director, she is responsible for overseeing the Group’s corporate governance functions, risk management and sustainability matters.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships

• Diploma in Commerce (Business Management), Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Malaysia.
• Chartered Secretary, Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, United Kingdom (A.C.I.S.).
• Member, Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (“MAICSA”).

Board committee memberships
None.

Directorships in other public listed companies
None.

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
None.

Conflict of interest
None.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Senior Independent Non-Executive Director

Age: 63
Gender: Male
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Mr. Tee Boon Hin is a Chartered Accountant in public practice. He is an approved company auditor, tax agent and corporate advisor. He began his career in New Zealand, where he gained foundational experience in accounting and financial management.

Over the years, Mr. Tee has developed extensive expertise across a wide range of industries, including property development, construction, manufacturing, hospitality, agricultural and retail sectors. His core competencies include financial modelling, management restructuring, corporate tax planning and business advisory. He has also prepared valuations and court-related assessment reports and provides litigation support services.

As a Corporate Director, he has led successful corporate restructuring exercises, mergers and acquisitions and the implementation of risk management systems in several companies across the retail, manufacturing (electronics and plastics) and agricultural sectors.

In addition to his professional work, Mr. Tee is actively involved in community service. He contributes through the Parents Teachers Association, supporting local education initiatives and charitable causes.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships

• Bachelor Degree in Commerce, University of Canterbury, New Zealand.
• Chartered Accountant, Malaysian Institute of Accountants.
• Fellow, Chartered Tax Institute of Malaysia.
• Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
• Member, Governance New Zealand Incorporated.

Board committee memberships

• Chairman, Audit Committee.
• Chairman, Remuneration Committee.
• Member, Risk Management Committee.
• Member, Nomination Committee.

Directorships in other public listed companies
None.

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
None.

Conflict of interest
None.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Independent Non-Executive Director

Age: 70
Gender: Male
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Dato’ Haji Ismail Bin Karim has over thirty-five (35) years of distinguished public service experience, culminating in his appointment as the Johor State Secretary until his retirement in December 2016. His career in government encompassed various roles, including positions at the Johor Land Office, Johor State Economic Planning Unit, Johor State Secretary Office and Johor State Islamic Religious Department.

He also serves as President of the Johor State Football Association and Treasurer of the Football Association Malaysia. In addition, he holds a position on the Board of the Tunku Laksamana Johor Cancer Foundation. Additionally, Dato’ Haji Ismail was appointed to the Board of UTM Holdings Sdn. Bhd. in July 2023.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships

• Diploma in Education, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia.
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in History, University Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia.

Board committee memberships

• Chairman, Nomination Committee.
• Member, Audit Committee.
• Member, Risk Management Committee.
• Member, Remuneration Committee.

Directorships in other public listed companies

• Independent Non-Executive Director, Dialog Group Berhad
• Independent Non-Executive Director, BCB Berhad

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
None.

Conflict of interest
The details of potential conflict of interest are disclosed in the Audit Committee Report on page 164 of the Annual Report.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Independent Non-Executive Director

Age: 70
Gender: Male
Nationality: Malaysian

Working experience and occupation
Tan Sri Datuk Wira Dr. Hj. Mohd Shukor Bin Hj. Mahfar began his career in banking before joining the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia (“IRBM”) in 1979. He ascended through the ranks, ultimately serving as Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of IRBM from January 2011 until his retirement in December 2016.

Throughout his illustrious career, he has held numerous leadership roles, including serving as President of the Malaysian Association of Statutory Bodies and Chairman of The Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrations (“CATA”). He was honored with the CEO of the Year 2015 Award by The European Emerging Markets Awards and the 2015 Lifetime Achievement Award – Outstanding Contribution in Shaping People by the Asia HRD Awards.

With extensive experience spanning taxation and management, acquired during his tenure with IRBM, he currently leads his own tax and management consultancy firm, MSM Management Advisory. He also holds key positions including Chairman of McMillan Woods National Tax Firm, Chairman of the Board of Directors of University Utara Malaysia, Advisor to Century Software (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and Trustees of Yayasan Tenaga Nasional. Additionally, he was appointed to the Board of IRMB on 1 August 2021.

Academic/professional qualification/memberships

• Bachelor of Economics, University of Malaya, Malaysia.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science, University Technology Malaysia, Malaysia.
• Master of Taxation, Golden Gate University, United States of America.
• Doctor of Public Administration, Golden Gate University, United States of America.
• Honorary Doctor of Management, University Tenaga Nasional and Asia Metropolitan University.

Board committee memberships

• Chairman, Risk Management Committee.
• Member, Audit Committee.

Directorships in other public listed companies

• Independent Non-Executive Director, Censof Holdings Berhad
• Independent Non-Executive Director, Cyberjaya Education Group Berhad (formerly known as Minda Global Berhad)
• Independent Non-Executive Director, Ann Joo Resources Berhad

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
None.

Conflict of interest
None.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.

Non-Independent Non-Executive Director

Age: 45
Gender : Male
Nationality : Malaysian

Working experience and occupation

Dato’ Jeffrey Lai Jiun Jye has extensive experience in corporate management and entrepreneurship across diverse sectors, including engineering, data center solutions, ICT solutions, property investment and development, education, medical services, shopping mall management, agriculture and food and beverages.

He serves as the Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) of Cabnet Holdings Berhad, having been subsequently appointed as Executive Chairman on 28 April 2025. He also serves as Executive Director of Kuopacific Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., and as Director and CEO of Paragon Private and International School in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, which has received multiple awards for excellence. In addition, he is also the Managing Director of MindChamps Preschool Malaysia, an award-winning preschool brand.

Dato’ Jeffrey Lai was honored with the Best Intelligent Figures Brands Award 2021 (Top15) by China Press and National Consumer Action Council (“MTPN”).

He is also actively involved with the Associated Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (“ACCCIM”), where he holds the following positions:

1. Vice-President, The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM), 2024-2027
2. President, Johor Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry (“JACCCI”), 2024-2027
3. President Johor Bahru Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (“JBCCCI”), 2024-2026

Academic/professional qualification/memberships
Bachelor of Commerce and Management, Lincoln University, New Zealand.

Board committee memberships

• Member, Nomination Committee.
• Member, Remuneration Committee.

Directorships in other public listed companies
Executive Chairman and CEO, Cabnet Holdings Berhad

Family relationship with any Director and/or major shareholders
None.

Conflict of interest
The details of potential conflict of interest are disclosed in the Audit Committee Report on page 164 of the Annual Report.

Conviction of offences
None within the past five (5) years, save for possible traffic offences.

Board meetings attendance
Attended all board meetings held during the financial year ended 31 March 2025.