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Leadership & Governance

The People Behind MavIntel

MavIntel is led by a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals whose expertise spans academia, strategic leadership, human capability development, financial capability and technology innovation.

Together, we bring diverse perspectives, complementary strengths and a shared commitment to helping organisations develop capable leaders, strengthen workforce performance and prepare for the future.

Emeritus Professor Dato' Dr Sheikh Omar Abdul Rahman

Chairman

  • Academic Excellence
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Governance

Professor Emeritus Dato' Dr Sheikh Omar Abdul Rahman provides the strategic leadership, governance and academic excellence that shape MavIntel's long-term vision.

Widely recognised as one of Malaysia's distinguished academic leaders, he has dedicated more than five decades to higher education, institutional leadership, research, executive development and national policy initiatives. His experience spans universities, government agencies, professional bodies and corporate governance, bringing exceptional institutional credibility and strategic insight to MavIntel.

Professional Highlights
  • Professor Emeritus
  • Fellow, Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM)
  • Former Director, Corporate Planning Division, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
  • Former Dean
  • Former Chief Executive Officer
  • Former Independent Non-Executive Director (Public Listed Companies)
Honours & Awards
  • Dato' Paduka Setia Mahkota Kelantan (DPSK)
  • Setia Mahkota Selangor (SMS)
  • Johan Setia Mahkota (JSM)
  • Anugerah Mengenang Jasa (MAVMA)
  • UPM Best Lecturer (Excellent Teaching Award), 1991
  • UPM Alumni Excellence Award (Staff & Student Motivator), 2005
  • Recognised as the First Dean to achieve ISO Certification (SIRIM) for a Malaysian Higher Education Faculty, presented by Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, Prime Minister of Malaysia (2000)
National Leadership & Professional Appointments
  • Chairman, National Committee on the Nobel Laureate Strategies, Ministry of Higher Education
  • Member (Alternate Chairman), National Committee on the Establishment of Research Universities
  • Panel Assessor, Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS), Ministry of Higher Education
  • Panel Assessor, Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM)
  • Member, Majlis Profesor Negara (MPN)
  • Member, Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Istiadat Melayu Kelantan (MAIK)
  • President, Malaysian Association of Professional Speakers (MAPS)
Areas of Expertise
  • Executive Leadership
  • Strategic Governance
  • Higher Education Leadership
  • Organisational Transformation
  • Research & Innovation
  • Professional Speaking
Professional Engagements

Higher Education

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP), Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT), Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Universiti Malaya (UM), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), and other higher education institutions.

Government & National Institutions

Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE), Academy of Sciences Malaysia (ASM), Majlis Profesor Negara (MPN), Malaysian Association of Professional Speakers (MAPS), Majlis Agama Islam dan Adat Istiadat Melayu Kelantan (MAIK), Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI), government ministries, public agencies and statutory bodies.

Corporate & Governance

Public listed companies, government-linked companies (GLCs), private sector organisations, professional bodies, industry associations and international institutions.

Dato' Nazri Omar

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Financial Capability
  • Strategic Leadership
  • Organisational Growth

Dato' Nazri Omar founded MavIntel with a clear vision—to build an Intelligence & Capability Development Company that empowers organisations and future generations to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

With more than 25 years of professional experience spanning financial capability, leadership development, marketing, entrepreneurship and business strategy, he combines practical industry experience with professional financial coaching to help organisations strengthen capability, improve performance and create sustainable growth.

As the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of MavIntel, he champions a multidisciplinary approach that integrates leadership, financial capability, learning innovation and technology to develop future-ready organisations and people.

Education & Professional Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons) Finance, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), Innovative University College (IUC)
  • Certified Financial Coach, International Professional Managers Association (IPMA), United Kingdom
Professional Highlights
  • Founder & Chief Executive Officer, MavIntel
  • More than 25 years of professional experience in financial capability, marketing, entrepreneurship and leadership development
  • Certified Financial Coach (IPMA, United Kingdom)
  • Speaker, Trainer & Financial Coach
  • Entrepreneur & Business Strategist
Areas of Expertise
  • Financial Capability & Financial Wellbeing
  • Leadership Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Entrepreneurship
  • AI for Personal Finance
  • Organisational Capability Development
Professional Engagements Across the Region

Malaysia

Financial coaching programmes, leadership development initiatives, higher education institutions, entrepreneurs, SMEs, business communities, educational organisations and professional associations.

Indonesia

Professional coaching, leadership development and entrepreneurship engagements with business owners, professionals and organisational leaders.

Thailand

Leadership, entrepreneurship and financial capability engagements.

United Arab Emirates (Dubai)

Professional coaching and international business engagements.

Feruze Shuib

Chief Learning & Innovation Officer

  • Human Capability Development
  • Learning Innovation
  • Executive Development

Feruze Shuib leads MavIntel's learning and capability development initiatives, bringing extensive international experience in executive coaching, leadership development and organisational performance improvement across the Asia Pacific region.

Having held senior leadership positions with Dale Carnegie Training in Malaysia and Thailand, he has worked closely with multinational corporations, financial institutions, government agencies and leading organisations to develop leaders, strengthen workforce capability and improve organisational performance through practical, behaviour-driven learning experiences.

His professional expertise combines executive coaching, leadership development, communication, customer experience, sales excellence and organisational capability development, helping organisations achieve sustainable performance and lasting behavioural change.

Education & Professional Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science (Biology)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing & Management, Manchester, England
Professional Highlights
  • Award-Winning International Trainer
  • Former Director of Corporate Solutions, Dale Carnegie Training
  • Former Director of Business Development, Dale Carnegie Training
  • International Executive Coach
  • Consistently Ranked Among the Top Trainers in the Asia Pacific Region
  • Creator of the Human Capability Framework™
Areas of Expertise
  • Human Capability Development
  • Executive Coaching
  • Leadership Development
  • Presentation & Professional Speaking
  • Customer Experience & Service Excellence
  • Sales & Business Development
  • Communication & Relationship Management
  • Team Engagement & Workplace Effectiveness
Professional Engagements Across the Region

Malaysia

PETRONAS, Bank Negara Malaysia, Treasury Department of Malaysia, World Bank, Kimberly-Clark, Scomi Engineering, Media Prima, Nokia Siemens, Citibank, HSBC, British American Tobacco, Mercedes-Benz, IBM, Le Méridien, PepsiCo, Wrigley and many more.

Thailand

CP Group, Philip Morris, SCG, Cathay Pacific, Mega Lifesciences, Central Group, Shell, Delta Air Lines, Thai-MC, Siam City Cement, GroupM, Chevron, PTT Group, Coca-Cola, Nestlé, SC Johnson and many more.

Middle East (UAE & Qatar)

Danfoss, Jamjoom Pharmaceutical, RasGas, BASF and many more.

Ahmad Diesharruddin Harmainis

Chief Technology Officer

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Digital Innovation
  • Technology Strategy

Ahmad Diesharruddin Harmainis leads MavIntel's technology and digital innovation initiatives, helping organisations harness emerging technologies to improve productivity, strengthen decision-making and accelerate digital transformation.

With extensive experience in artificial intelligence, software development, automation and technology strategy, he combines technical expertise with practical business applications to develop innovative digital solutions that solve real organisational challenges.

As Chief Technology Officer, he drives the development of AI-powered solutions, digital platforms and technology-enabled learning experiences that support MavIntel's mission of building future-ready organisations.

Areas of Expertise
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Digital Transformation
  • Software Development
  • Technology Strategy
  • Automation & Process Optimisation
  • Systems Integration
  • Digital Innovation
  • Technology Leadership
Professional Engagements Across the Region

Malaysia

Technology consulting, artificial intelligence implementation, software development, digital transformation initiatives, SMEs, business owners and organisational technology projects.

Our Governance Principles

Principles that promote trust, accountability and long-term value

At MavIntel, leadership is guided by principles that promote trust, accountability and long-term value creation. These principles shape how we work with our clients, partners and stakeholders.

  • Integrity

    We act with honesty, professionalism and accountability in every engagement.

  • Excellence

    We pursue high standards in the quality of our solutions, services and outcomes.

  • Innovation

    We embrace new ideas, technologies and continuous improvement to help organisations stay future-ready.

  • Collaboration

    We believe meaningful transformation is achieved through partnership, shared expertise and mutual trust.

  • Impact

    We measure success by the lasting value and measurable outcomes we create for organisations and the people they serve.

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Every organisation faces unique challenges and opportunities.

Let’s explore how MavIntel can help your organisation strengthen leadership, develop capability and create lasting impact.

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