UEM Edgenta's Chief Digital Officer, Chua Yong Howe, was recently honoured with the prestigious World CIO 200 Award – Malaysia Edition. This accolade celebrates Chua's exceptional leadership in digital transformation and recognises his significant contributions to the field of information technology.
Chua's visionary approach and commitment have been instrumental in advancing UEM Edgenta's digital initiatives, setting a high standard for innovation within the industry. His leadership highlights the transformative potential of strategic IT in driving organisational growth and efficiency.
The World CIO 200 Awards acknowledge top-performing CIOs across various sectors for their outstanding contributions to both technology and business. Alongside Chua Yong Howe, notable recipients included representatives from leading Malaysian organisations such as Maybank Berhad, PETRONAS Berhad, Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Yinson Holdings Berhad, and YTL Communications Sdn. Bhd. This recognition showcases the remarkable talent within Malaysia's IT landscape, reflecting the nation's growing influence in the global tech industry.
UEM Edgenta praised Chua's achievement, emphasising his dedication to the company's digital future. His success serves as a testament to the strength and vision of UEM Edgenta's leadership, reaffirming their commitment to progress and innovation in the sector.
Chua Yong Howe's recognition at the World CIO 200 Awards underscores the critical role of digital leadership in modern enterprises. As UEM Edgenta continues to embrace advanced technologies and innovative strategies, Chua's contributions are set to play a pivotal role in shaping the company's future.
Chua holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Strathclyde Business School in Glasgow, United Kingdom, and a Bachelor of Information Technology from Charles Sturt University, Australia. He has also completed executive education programmes at Harvard, IMD, and INSEAD. With over 20 years of experience across various industries, including technology start-ups, telecommunications, and energy, Chua has been at the forefront of technology-driven innovation in the UK, UAE, China, and Malaysia.
The World CIO 200 Summit is recognised as the largest CIO Leadership programme globally. For 2024, it aims to not only spotlight CIOs but also showcase the strength of IT industry solution providers, offering a platform for the global tech community to engage and collaborate.
