TPP & The U.S. Presidential Elections: An Insider's Look Program with Steve Okun, Director, Public Affairs - Asia Pacific of Kohlberg Kravis Robert & Co. L.P. (KKR)
2017-05-23
AMCHAM organized a briefing on May 23, 2016, by Steve R. Okun, Director, Public Affairs – Asia Pacific of Kohlberg Kravis Robert & Co. L.P. (KKR). An in-depth discussion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the 2016 U.S. presidential election by Steve was well received by the members who raised questions throughout the 90 minute session. Steve provided an overview of how the election system works but was silent on any predictions …
Some of the other areas that was discussed were cross border data transfer, plain packaging and many other topics, some related to The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement and the current candidates’ positions on trade on the campaign trail.

AMCHAM Hosts the Malaysian Prime Minister and the U.S Ambassador to Malaysia
2017-07-11 19:00 - 22:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, 50088, Malaysia
Marking 60 years the bilateral relationship between the U.S. and Malaysia, AMCHAM is honoured to have the company of the Honourable Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Bin Tun Haji Abdul Razak, Prime Minister of Malaysia and H.E. Kamala Shirin Ladhkhir, U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia,at a signature dinner marking this exceptional relationship.
You are invited to join us on July 11, 2017 from 7.00pm – 10.00pm for this remarkable occasion where the giants of the relationship, Chamber members and friends of AMCHAM will gather to celebrate and further cement what has been a successful and positive history.
The evening will bring together senior leaders and top executives of the international business community in Malaysia and the region. Be part of the celebration and learn more about Malaysia burgeoning economy as it continues towards fulfilling the objectives of Vision TN50.
Non-Members are most welcome to attend.
If you are interested to become a sponsor, please contact Ms. Nadeeka Sarah at 03 2283 3407 or email nadeeka@amcham.com.my.

U.S. Independence Day Gala Dinner - Penang
2017-07-12 18:30 - 22:00 | Grand Ballroom, Hotel Equatorial Penang, 1, Jalan Bukit Jambul, Bayan Lepas, Penang, Bayan Lepas, Penang, 11900, Malaysia
To celebrate America’s 241st Independence Day, the American Malaysia Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM), in collaboration with our partners, First Solar, Jabil, Hotel Equatorial Penang, Plexus, Venessa Diamonds and Smart Modular Technologies will again celebrate this special occasion on July 12, 2017 at the Hotel Equatorial Penang with the presence of H.E. the U.S. Ambassador Kamala Lakhdhir and the Penang Chief Minister, the Right Honorable Lim Guan Eng.
This event is fully supported by the U.S. Embassy in demonstrating the growing strength of the bilateral relationship between Malaysia and the United States and to support a worthy cause which would benefit less fortunate children. Last year, a sum of RM178,200 was raised and channelled to Dreamz Foundation, Tech Dome Penang, and the AMCHAM Scholarship Fund. For this year, we have identified charity organisations for the event, namely School For Mentally Retarded Children Dato Keramat, Penang Ru Yi Home Association, and more to be identified.
We would, therefore, like to take this opportunity to appeal for your kind support for this Gala Dinner in celebration of U.S Independence Day and also fundraising for charity causes by taking up one of the sponsorship packages which we have available. We sincerely hope that you would extend your support to make this event a success.
If you are interested to become a sponsor, please contact the sponsorship management team, Ms. Ving Leong at 04 401 6776 or email ving.kh.leong@firstsolar.com or Ms. Nadeeka Sarah at 03 2283 3407 or email nadeeka@amcham.com.my.

The 14th Edition of Asia IoT Business Platform in Malaysia
2017-07-27 09:00 - 2017-07-28 17:00 | Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 73, Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, 50200, Malaysia
Asia IoT Business Platform will be returning to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for its 14th edition from July 27 – 28, 2017. Taking place at Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur, the event will continue to play its important role of connecting Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider with their prospective buyers and partners in Malaysia through business matchmaking and private networking activities.
The 14th edition of Asia IoT Business Platform in Malaysia will feature esteemed speakers from end-user companies (buyers) including:
Peter Leong, Head – Group & Regional IT, Petronas Lubricants International
S M Sabri Ismail, EVP Analytics & Intelligence, Prasarana Malaysia Berhad
Fazilah Shaik Allaudin, Head – eHealth Planning Unit, Ministry of Health
If you are interested in meeting your potential buyers and partners for your business development in Malaysia and to explore your business options with us, please contact Zaidani at zaidani@industry-platform.com for more information.
Download full program agenda: http://bit.ly/2pvFUSp
Register Here(AMCHAM Members will receive a 25% discount with promo code ‘AMCHAMMY2017’).

PEMUDAH Discussion on Public-Private Partnership
2017-08-15 09:00 - 12:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to an exclusive program about PEMUDAH that will give you insights into an important organization focused on business to government engagement.
Please join us as we welcome Tan Sri Saw Choo Boon, Co-Chair PEMUDAH and David Anthony Jones, Chairman of PEMUDAH Focus Group on Public Relations on Tuesday, August 15 from 9 am – 12 pm at AMCHAM’s Executive Office.
Learn more about this important aspect of business in Malaysia and about Public-Private Partnerships through PEMUDAH. It is also a chance for you to exchange views in light of the current business environment.
Our Speakers will brief members on: –
• History of PEMUDAH,
• It’s objectives,
• Who are their members
• Focus groups under PEMUDAH as well as it’s efficiency improvements
• Malaysia’s performance in doing business report in the past few years
The working groups and the task force within PEMUDAH address efficiency of the public service delivery system as well as government policies and their impact on businesses. The PEMUDAH team now comprises 15 heads of government ministries and departments, 11 business leaders and 40 co-opted members from the public sector. Current PEMUDAH Chairman is Tan Sri Ali Hamsa (Chief Secretary of Government) and co-chaired by Tan Sri Saw Choo Boon.
We also would like to invite you to submit questions in advance to make this discussion opportunity more productive. Please send your questions to gr@amcham.com.my by August 7, 2017

Members' Briefing - Update by the U.S. Embassy
2017-08-23 18:00 - 20:30 | International SOS Sdn Bhd, B-15, Menara NU2, 203 Jalan Tun Sambanthan - KL Sentral, , Kuala Lumpur, 50470, Malaysia
You are invited to join us on August 23, 2017, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m at International SOS for AMCHAM’s Monthly Members’ Briefing. Ramzi Toubassy, CEO of AmMetLife will deliver his first Opening remarks as the newly elected President followed by an introduction and a short Site Tour of the facilities by David Ng, General Manager of International SOS our host this month.
Nat Turner, Economic Counsellor from the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, recent visits and activity at the US Embassy.
Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking evening as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.
This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis. At the moment, only 2 representatives per company are allowed.
Please note that this program is off-the-record.
For any other queries, please contact Ms. Nadeeka Sarah at nadeeka@amcham.com.my or at 603 2283 3407

Malaysia Launch of the ASEAN Business Outlook Survey (ABOS)-U.S. Business Perspectives of Southeast Asia
2017-09-13 15:30 - 17:30 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to the Malaysia launch of the ASEAN Business Outlook Survey (ABOS) on Wednesday, September 13 from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. at the AMCHAM Executive Offices.
We are honored to have Y. Bhg. Datuk Seri J. Jayasiri, Secretary General, Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) join us for this event along with Belinda Ford, Public Affairs & Communication Director, Coca Cola and Nat Turner, Economic Counselor, U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Hazlyn Aidzil, Lead Analyst for ABOS, AmCham Singapore will present the findings of this report. We look forward to a robust discussion of Malaysia’s position in the region.
Each year AMCHAM, in collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and other AmChams in the region, surveys business executives from U.S. companies across ASEAN about their perspectives on the business environment and opportunities in Southeast Asia. The findings are presented in an annual publication, the ASEAN Business Outlook Survey (ABOS). These findings are presented to government representatives in closed-door discussions and at the annual ASEAN Economic Ministers Meeting.
Respondents of the survey, because they are charged with making investment decisions on behalf their companies, have a significant influence on the development of the region. With foreign direct investment from the U.S. into ASEAN representing the largest volume of any nation in the region and, as U.S. – ASEAN trade volume continues to grow rapidly, the perspectives of these senior business leaders make ABOS a reliable source for insights on business opportunities and sentiments in ASEAN.

AMCHAM-BMCC Business Speed Dating
2017-09-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Tujo Bar-serrie & Grill, No.9 Jalan Pinang , Kuala Lumpur , Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50450 , Malaysia
AMCHAM, together with the British Malaysian Chamber of Commerce, bringing to you an evening of serious business networking. This SPEED DATING session is a fun opportunity to meet the members from BMCC and increase your business contacts. Come join us by registering below and we look forward to seeing you!
HOW IT WORKS:

Each attendee will have the opportunity to network with other like-minded professional business individuals in a “musical chairs” format without the music or the chairs! Standing and facing each other, forming an outer circle and an inner circle, it is a speedy way to connect
Each person will have 60-90 seconds to introduce themselves and talk a little business.
Then each person in the outer circle moves to their right and meets the next person.

By the end of the speed networking time, everyone will have met everybody. Come ready with your sharpest pitch and business cards! You never know if you find your next business or project, collaborator, client or customer.
Event Details:-
Date: September 26, 2017 (Tuesday)
Time: 3.30pm – 5.30pm (Registration starts at 3.30pm)
Venue: Tujo Bar-serrie & Grill,
No 9 Jalan Pinang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Cost:-
Member: RM100.00 (Inclusive of 6% GST)
Non-Member: RM150.00 (Inclusive of 6% GST)
Price is inclusive of finger food & two drinks (soda/beer/wine)
For further clarification, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Climbing Day organized by MNZCC
2017-10-01 10:30 - 12:30 | Camp 5, One Utama, Malaysia
Exclusively for MNZCC and AMCHAM Members & their families – RM50 per head – Limited to 40 pax (Adults & Kids Above 8 Years Old)
* 2 Hours of Team Bonding Session
* 1 Hour Fun Climbing + 1 Hour Mini Competition
* Consists of 4 Teams for 4 Different Challenges!!
* Fun-Filled Kids Party Session
* 10% Discount Coupon!!
* Certificate of Participation
For more information, please contact the MNZCC Secretariat at 03-2724 0354 or email at mnzcc@mnzcc.org.my

Members' Briefing
2017-10-03 17:30 - 20:00 | Official Residence of the U.S. Ambassador, 9, Jalan Langgak Golf, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, 55000, Malaysia
You are invited to join us on October 3, 2017, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m at the US Ambassador’s Residence for AMCHAM’s Monthly Members’ Briefing. Registration will begin at 5.30 p.m.
H.E. Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, US Ambassador to Malaysia, will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, including any recent visits and activity at the US Embassy. Hear also about what’s happening at AMCHAM.
Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking evening as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.
This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis. At the moment, only two (2) representatives per company are allowed.
Please note that this program is off-the-record.
For any other queries, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

Penang Dialogue: Remaining Competitive from Penang
2017-10-05 09:00 - 14:00 | G Hotel Gurney, Ballroom 1, Level 2, 168A Persiaran Gurney,, George Town, Penang, 10250, Malaysia
With growing competition in the region, how can Penang retain its position as a critical link in the global supply chain for many US companies? How can it take advantage the opportunities emerging with Industry 4.0, deepen its roots and extract more value from the strong eco-system for which Penang is known? How will talent, fiscal strategies, and technology play its part?
Join AMCHAM at our Annual Penang Dialogue. This year, we are adding a half day forum to explore these questions. The Forum will feature panels with leading executives facing these challenges today, as well as fresh ideas from MISI (Malaysian Institute for Supply Chain Innovation), with Dr. Shardul Phadnis sharing some of his most recent research & findings.
After which, at a luncheon, you will also hear from Y.A.B. Lim Guan Eng, Chief Minister of Penang and H.E. Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia.
Due to overwhelming response each year, we would encourage you to register early to avoid disappointment as we are unable to accommodate last minute requests.
Kindly contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information. We look forward to seeing you in Penang!

VIP Luncheon with Director General, Immigration Department of Malaysia
2017-10-25 11:30 - 14:00 | The Malaya, Level 1, The Westin Kuala Lumpur, The Westin Kuala Lumpur, 199, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to a VIP luncheon with Y. Bhg. Dato’ Seri Hj Mustafar bin Hj Ali, Director-General, Immigration Department of Malaysia, on Wednesday, October 25 at The Westin Kuala Lumpur from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Come join us for an exclusive discussion with the new Director-General. We look forward to an exciting program discussing issues surrounding talent mobility especially in the ASEAN area and for an update on the latest measures by the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
Sponsorship packages include the opportunity to attend post-event discussion with the Director-General and/or a complimentary seat at the VIP table. Kindly contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.

MNCs & SMEs Supply Chain Development & Opportunities
2017-10-30 | Kelantan Room, Lower Lobby, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Kelantan Room, Lower Lobby, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, , Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan , 50250, Malaysia
We are pleased to inform you that the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA) will be organising a Supply Chain Conference, themed “MNCs & SMEs Supply Chain Development and Opportunities” at Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur on Monday, 30 October 2017.
The objectives of this conference are:

To provide a platform for multinational companies (MNCs) and large local corporations (LLCs) to share the success of their programmes in supporting local companies to be part of their supply chain network;
To provide opportunities for local companies/SMEs to understand how they can participate in the MNCs/LLCs’ supply chain network;
To create opportunity for local companies/SMEs to have greater market access locally and globally;
To encourage utilization of local products & services for projects/manufacturing activities undertaken by MNCs/LLCs or foreign companies in Malaysia;

For your kind information, YB Dato’ Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed, the Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI) will deliver the keynote address at the conference. There will be a plenary session focusing on the supply chain development by speakers from MNCs/LLCs; and a pre-arranged business matching session at this conference.
In this regard, we would like to invite your good self to attend the conference and the business matching session. Please find the tentative programme attached for your reference. We would appreciate it if you could confirm your participation by completing the online registration at event@mida.gov.my/SupplyChain2017 latest by Thursday, 23 October 2017.

AMCHAM InterChamber Ladies Networking
2017-11-01 18:00 - 20:30 | Roofino Skydining & Bar, Roofino Skydining & Bar, Rooftop Level 34, KL Trillion, 338 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50400, Malaysia
AMCHAM in collaboration with the Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MGCC) and other leading international chambers are pleased to invite you to an exclusive ladies networking event.
The event will also feature the private viewing of the works of Jan Henryk Köppen, a German TV host, who is also an artist. Köppen is really excited to be hosting his first big international exhibition in Asia and couldn’t be happier to be in Kuala Lumpur.
This ladies only session is a fun opportunity to meet the members from MGCC and other chambers and increase your business contacts. Come join us by registering and bring plenty of business cards! You never know if you find your next business or project, collaborator, client or customer.
Cost:-
Member and Member Company: RM140.00 (inclusive of 6% GST)
We encourage you to register in advance as all walk-in guests will be charged the non-member price.
Non-Member: RM190.00 (inclusive of 6% GST)
Price is inclusive of finger food & two drinks (soda/beer/wine).
For further clarification, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my
Photo credit to http://mennariley.com/networking/ and http://www.timlingley.com/

31st Annual Christmas Charity Bazaar by the American Association of Malaysia
2017-11-03 10:00 - 15:00
The AAM Annual Christmas Charity Bazaar is coming back to town! We hope you will join us for some great holiday shopping. At the same time you help support local charities, as this is our biggest fundraising event of the year!
Save the date – Friday, November 3rd from 10am – 3pm at The Renaissance Hotel (corner of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Ampang). Ample parking available and the hotel will validate your parking tickets up to RM 10.
Over 75 vendors and at least 15 local charities will be there selling clothing, home wares, crafts, jewellery and other unique, lovely items that will surely make this “Season of Giving” very special!
All net proceeds, including those received from our home baked goods, are donated to local charities. Get in the holiday spirit with Christmas music, decorations, lots of raffle prizes and a free raffle giveaway!
Be sure to “follow” our AAM Annual Christmas Charity Bazaar FaceBook page where we will regularly put the spotlight on different vendors and charities, with photos of vendor merchandise that you will be able to find at our bazaar, and other updates.
You can also purchase EVENT TICKETS in advance on FB. Price is RM 30 each. Just click “Ticket Info/Find Tickets” link to purchase tickets. Payments can be made via PayPal, bank transfer, check – or cash as tickets are also available at the door.
Hope to see you on November 3rd!!

Travelocity Founder, Terry Jones, in Malaysia
2017-11-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Malaysian Global Innovation & Creativity Centre (MaGIC), Block 3730, Persiaran Apec, Cyberjaya, Selangor, 63000, Malaysia
AMCHAM is pleased to invite you to a complimentary talk with Terry Jones on Friday, November 10 from 10.30 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. at MaGIC. AMCHAM is the supporting event partner.
Terry Jones is the founder of Travelocity.com, founding Chairman of Kayak.com and current Chairman for Wayblazer, a company designed around innovation and travel. In his talk, Jones will share his expertise on innovation, and the tools and techniques he’s developed to help companies keep up with a rapidly changing world.
As seats are limited, only one person per member company is allowed. Please register your attendance by sending an email to Elyna Ngu, elyna@amcham.com.my before 4pm, Tuesday, November 7.

AMCHAM Thanksgiving Luncheon 2017 & MY AMCHAM CARES Recognition Ceremony
2017-11-16 11:00 - 14:00 | JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Bayu Ballroom, Level 6, JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 183, Jalan Bukit Bintang,, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to join us to celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 16, 2017 from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
Commemorating the most of American holidays will be Y. B. Dato’ Seri Ong Ka Chuan, Second Minister of International Trade & Industry, H.E. Kamala Shirin Lakhdhir, U.S. Ambassador to Malaysia, Ramzi Toubassy, AMCHAM President and AMCHAM Board of Governors. You will be treated to a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings.
This festive event is an exceptional time where we celebrate to friendships, diversity and show our gratitude for the good things in our lives. Please join us to meet members of the Chamber, local and international business leaders, whether you are American or any other nationality we welcome you to join this special meal with us.
Coinciding with the Thanksgiving theme of gratitude and appreciation, AMCHAM would like to take the opportunity to recognize AMCHAM members that had demonstrated best practices in creating long-term economic and social value with their CSR/corporate citizenship activity or program.
MY AMCHAM CARES was launched in April, earlier this year, with the aim to raise awareness of CSR and corporate citizenship and to provide a basis to benchmark CSR programs, engage with other key stakeholders in CSR, and to share best practices to develop sustainable programs for the future. Please click here to find out more about the program and view our latest CSR spotlight.
Due to overwhelming response each year, we would encourage you to register early to avoid disappointment as we’re unable to accommodate last minute requests.
Sponsorship Packages are now available. Kindly contact Ms. Elyna at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.

Malaysia’s Agenda On Future Of Work: Future Of Work, Workplace, Workforce Conference
2017-11-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Kelantan Room, Lower Lobby, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, Kelantan Room, Lower Lobby, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur, 11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, , Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan , 50250, Malaysia
TalentCorp is extending a special rate for AMCHAM members only to attend this conference at a discounted price of RM500 per person instead of RM800. Please contact Yvonne Miranda at yvonne@amcham.com.my to get the discount code.
Most of us vastly underestimate the pace of technological change that is sweeping the world of work. Malaysia is now at a critical inflection point, where organisations need to rethink their business models, policy-makers need to think beyond automation, and people need to redefine work.
Join the discussions at the one-day Future of Work, Workplace, Workforce Conference, on 20th November 2017, as global experts and home-grown champions weigh in on what the Future of Work holds for us.

EIS Briefing by Dato' Mohd Sahar, Chief EIS Officer at MoHR
2017-11-21 10:00 - 12:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
AMCHAM is pleased to invite you to attend a roundtable discussion focusing on the recent bill providing for an Employee Insurance Scheme (EIS) on Tuesday, 21 November 2017 at 10.00 a.m. We are delighted to have received confirmation that Dato’ Mohd Sahar Darusman, Chief EIS Officer will be joining us for this very important discussion.
The EIS bill was approved by the Dewan Rakyat on 26 October 2017 and has been designed to provide additional financial security, careers counseling, and retraining for Malaysian workers that lose their jobs due to retrenchment. Contributions of 0.2% of monthly salaries will be required from both employers and employees. To our understanding, the existing Employment Termination Layoff Benefit regulations and mandatory Human Resources Development Fund contributions from employers will be unaffected by this new program.
This roundtable discussion offers CEOs, Finance Directors, and Human Resources Managers the opportunity to access detailed information about the legislation and its implementation, to have your questions answered directly by the people designated to manage the implementation of the scheme from January 2018, to offer any feedback or suggestions before the bill is taken to Dewan Negara in early December.
To ensure the size of the program can deliver a robust conversation, seating is limited to AMCHAM Members only and will be allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis. We expect a lot of interest in this event and recommend your early registration.
PLEASE NOTE: To make this a more productive session, if you have questions to submit ahead of the program please send these to gr@amcham.com.my
If you cannot attend but would like to send a representative, please contact Elyna at elyna@amcham.com.my

HRDF Trainers’ Conference & HRDF Conference & Exhibition 2017
2017-11-27 - 2017-11-29 | Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan , Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah, 50088, Malaysia

Certified Productivity Champion Program
2017-11-27 09:00 - 2017-12-14 17:00 | Bangi – Putrajaya Hotel, Off, Persiaran Bandar, 43650 Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, Selangor, Selangor, 43650, Malaysia
The Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) and the Asian Productivity Organisation (APO) is organizing a training session on Certified Productivity Champion Program from November 27 to December 14, 2017 (14 Days) at Bangi-Putrajaya Hotel. Accelerate the productivity of your organization by participating in this program and learn how your organization can achieve outstanding performance using tools and techniques of productivity improvements.

This program is FREE for AMCHAM members and we would like to encourage members to take advantage of this opportunity by signing up today. Please note that registration due date is November 22, 2017. For further information about the program, please do not hesitate to contact MohamadNor@mpc.gov.my or Jaya@mpc.gov.myor call 03-7955 7266.

Click here to download the brochure and registration form.

Blood & Silk - Power and Conflict in Modern Southeast Asia
2017-11-28 15:00 - 17:00 | TR FIre Grill, TR Fire Grill (next to TGI Fridays), Level 6, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, 168 Jalan Raja Chulan, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia
You are invited to join AMCHAM for an engaging conversation with Blood & Silk’s author, Michael Vatikiotis, on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at TR Fire Grill, next to TGI Fridays at Level 6, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.
· How will the deepening religious divisions in Indonesia and Malaysia affect the world?
· What is China’s growing influence in the region?
· Why do Myanmar, Thailand and the Philippines harbor unresolved violent insurgencies?
‘The gun is never far removed from the political arena in Southeast Asia,’ writes Michael Vatikiotis in his part memoir and part political study of the dynamics of modern Southeast Asia, a frontline of two of the most important global conflicts: the struggle between a declining West and a rising China, and that between religious tolerance and extremism.
Southeast Asia accounts for sizeable chunks of global investment and manufacturing capacity; it straddles essential lines of trade and communication. Whether it is mobile phone parts or clothing and accessories, Southeast Asia is a vital link in the global supply chain. Yet peering beyond brand new shopping malls and the shiny glass towers of Bangkok and Jakarta, Blood and Silk highlights why it is one of the most perennially unstable regions of the world and reveals the true struggle of people’s lives, the brinkmanship played by its leaders, vivid portraits of the personalities who pull the strings and the many issues that have a global impact from the Islamic jihadist groups of Central Java to the right-wing Buddhist nationalists of Rakhine State in Myanmar.
From negotiating with deadly Thai Muslim insurgents, mediating between warring clans in the Southern Philippines to consoling the victims of political violence in Indonesia, Michael has first-hand, hair-raising experience of the endemic violence in these countries and interweaves this into the narrative of this many-layered portrait of the region.
Please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my for more information.

AMCHAM Members' Briefing November 2017
2017-11-28 17:30 - 20:00
AMCHAM invites you for the last AMCHAM’s Monthly Members’ Briefing of the year on Tuesday, November 28, 2017, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m at Champagne Room, Grand Millennium Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Registration will begin at 5.30 p.m.

AMCHAM will deliver the welcome remarks and the latest from AMCHAM and Dean Thompson, Deputy Chief of Mission from the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, recent visits and activity at the US Embassy.

Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking evening as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.

This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis and only two (2) representatives per company are allowed.
Please note that this program is off-the-record.
For any other queries, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

LIVE WEBINAR: Launch of Travel Risk Map 2018 & Register for Risk Outlook 2018 | Building Your Business Resilience
2017-11-29 10:30 - 11:30
RESERVE YOUR PLACE NOW >>
Dear Rebecca,
How did your peers respond to this year’s crises? What is the outlook for travel risk in 2018?
In our award-winning Annual Risk Outlook webinar, International SOS and Control Risks will answer these questions while discussing key global issues and emerging trends. Including a spotlight specifically on the Asia Pacific region.
REGISTER HERE to find out how you can build your business resilience and manage the year ahead.

All registrants will receive a copy of the presentation and webinar recording after the live event.
If you are having problems with the links please copy and paste the URL below into your browser: HTTP://LEARN.INTERNATIONALSOS.COM/RISK-OUTLOOK-2018

Lunch with Legendary Tennis Coach: Nick Bollettieri
2017-12-06 12:30 - 14:30 | Tifin by Kumar’s, Lot L1-02 & L2-02, Damansara City Mall, Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50490, Malaysia
AMCHAM is pleased to invite you to an inspiring luncheon talk with the legendary tennis coach, Nick Bollettieri on Wednesday, December 6 from 12.30 p.m. to 2.30 p.m. at Tifin by Kumar’s at Damansara City Mall.
Nick Bollettieri is an American tennis coach and founder of IMG Academy in Florida. He is the focus of Jason Kohn’s documentary “Love Means Zero,” which premiered at the recent Toronto International Film Festival.
Despite having never played the game as a professional, Nick became the most sought-after tennis coach in the world and has developed ten world No. 1 ranked players, a stunning and impressive list that features Andre Agassi, Jim Courier, Martina Hingis, Jelena Jankovic, Marcelo Rios, Monica Seles, Maria Sharapova and Serena & Venus Williams. He also coached Boris Becker for two years and lent his expertise to countless others that reached Top 10 singles status, including Anna Kournikova and Mary Pierce.
Seats are limited and we are expecting a lot of interest so please register early to avoid disappointment. We look forward to seeing you at the luncheon!

AMCHAM-MDBC Networking @ Heineken Tavern
2017-12-06 18:30 - 21:30 | The Tavern at Heineken Malaysia, The Tavern at Heineken Malaysia, Sungei Way Brewery, Lot 1135 Batu 9, Jalan Klang Lama , Petaling Jaya, Selangor, 46000, Malaysia
AMCHAM and Malaysian Dutch Business Council (MDBC) will host a business networking evening on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at Heineken Malaysia Berhad from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Join us on this relaxing evening to enjoy the good food and make new contacts….”Sometimes, all it takes….is a handshake to grow your business”.
Agenda:
5:30 pm: Arrival of guests for brewery tour*
6:00 pm: Brewery tour starts*
6:30 pm: Arrival of guests for networking
7:00 pm: Networking begins
7:30 pm: Welcome Remarks
7:45 pm: Dinner and networking
9:30 pm: End
*If you’re interested to join the brewery tour, please register early and indicate your interest in the remarks/notes column. The tour is limited to 20 persons only.
For more information, please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my and we look forward to seeing you!

Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM)
2018-01-09 14:00 - 15:00 | AMCHAM Executive Office, Level 10 Bangunan Faber Imperial Court Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50250, Malaysia
Please register to confirm your attendance at the Extraordinary General Meeting to be held at the AMCHAM Executive Office on Tuesday, 9 January 2018 at 2.00 p.m. Registration starts at 1.30 p.m.
For more information, please contact Ms Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

AMCHAM Members' Briefing January 2018
2018-01-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Mahogany Room, Doubletree by Hilton, The Intermark 348 Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, 50400, Malaysia
AMCHAM welcomes you back into a brand new year at AMCHAM’s Monthly Members’ Briefing on Tuesday, January 9, 2018, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m at the Mahogany Room, Level 10 of the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel. Registration will begin at 5.30 p.m.

AMCHAM will deliver the welcome remarks and the latest from AMCHAM and the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur will provide an overview of the current business and economic issues impacting business in Malaysia, recent visits and activity at the US Embassy.

Members are encouraged to attend this briefing followed by networking evening as this would be an excellent opportunity to meet other fellow members and stay in tune with what’s happening on the ground as you meet with various industries.

This is a Members Only program where admission is complimentary. Due to space limitation, seats are on a first come, first serve basis and only two (2) representatives per company are allowed. Should you wish to have more attend, please contact Ms Elyna Ngu.

Please note that this program is off-the-record.

For all queries, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my

MATRADE Export Day 2018
2018-01-30 08:30 - 17:30 | MATRADE Hall, Level 3, Menara MATRADE, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Haji Shah, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 50480, Malaysia

Malaysia in 2018 with Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, Finance Minister II
2018-02-05 14:15 - 16:30 | Carlton 6, Level 2, The Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur, Carlton 6, Level 2, The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur, 168, Jalan Imbi, Pudu, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, 55100, Malaysia
AMCHAM invites you to an afternoon program with Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani, Finance Minister II, on Monday, February 5 from 2.15 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. at The Ritz Carlton Kuala Lumpur.
This is a unique opportunity that AMCHAM has to engage rising areas such as the digital economy, e-Government, the current Budget, and to get his perspective on the economic and regulatory outlook for Malaysia in the new year. We anticipate an engaging discussion and encourage all members to participate.
Seats are limited and will be provided for on a first-come, first-served basis.
Coffee, tea and refreshments will be served upon registration. For more information, please contact Ms. Elyna Ngu at elyna@amcham.com.my
