2 NOV (SAT)
10 AM - 5 PM
OUR PLAYGROUND
THE ARK PLUS
EVENT SPACE
17-1 and 17-2,
Jalan Lima,
Off Jalan Chan Sow Lin,
55200, Kuala Lumpur.
DRESS CODE
Either outfits work, as long as you're comfortable in it.
But wear something.
EVENT FLOW
You can join the scheduled sessions or hang around and chat with other entrepreneurs.
The choice is yours.
10:00 AM
ARRIVAL AND REGISTRATION
Upon arrival, two lovely ladies, Lorrin and Wai Bee will be at the entrance. You can register and get your goodies from them.
10:15 AM
OPENING CEREMONY
A short introduction by Selena, Daniel, and Eric describes what MKK and the community are about. They promised to keep it clean and friendly, but there are no guarantees.
10:30 AM
OVERCOMING REJECTIONS AND NEVER GIVING UP
There will always be moments of ups and downs in running a business. Choo Ann faces a fair share of down moments in his entrepreneurship journey. Some even ridiculed his business plans, undermining his efforts. Rejections after rejections, he stood up again despite the adversities.
Learn how Choo Ann gathered the strength to stand again against all odds. His tenacity is admirable.
11:00 AM
MKK A - JUGGLING BETWEEN LAWS AND BUSINESS
Andros is a corporate lawyer with experience advising clients on managing business relationships and compliance with the laws. Throughout his journey as a corporate lawyer, he had a collection of 'what could go wrong in a business' shared by his clients.
Join Andros as he shares the nightmares his clients had to go through and what a 'business starter pack' has to ensure compliant and lasting relationships with all the stakeholders in your business.
MKK B - LEADING AND SPEAKING WITH CONFIDENCE
As a boomer, Aunty Prema has experienced different sets of generations. How we communicate has changed over the years. Yet, the aspect of communication is closely related to the level of confidence we have in ourselves.
Learn the art of speaking confidently, which could translate into opportunities for us in future. Acquire nuggets of wisdom from this ultra-modernised, friendly aunty.
11:45 AM
SPEED NETWORKING
Team Grof, led by Jackson and Weng Leong, will be coordinating a 45-minute roundtable networking session. A participant gets to meet another fellow attendee at blazing speeds. Each session lasts 5 minutes before the participant moves on to the next person.
12:30 PM
MAKAN KAW-KAW
The Autism Cafe Project (ACP) will prepare our lunch. A portion of your ticket purchase will support and secure the future independence of youths with underlying autism.
Each ticket also comes with a pie by Stand Pie Me. They are a social enterprise which employs young adults with special needs in food production.
AYAM MASAK MERAH
with tomato rice + kueh.
CHICKEN PIE
to munch at your convenience.
1:15 PM
SIEW HA-HA THROUGH STORYTELLING
Eric started his business by sharing his personal stories. We have no idea what he will be sharing that day, but it'll be stories you'll remember in years to come.
Of course, the stories Eric shares are unadulterated. It's direct and it hits hard at your funny bone. You'll have to be 18 years of age to tune in.
1:45 PM
FROM CORPORATE EMPLOYEE TO ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Many of us spend most of our years as a corporate employee. We climbed the ladder and attained a comfortable paycheque. However, it was not without its sacrifices.
After over 20 years, Tanti made a bold move. She gave up a high-paying salary and went into entrepreneurship. It was not without its challenges. Yet, her life is more colourful now. Listen to Tanti’s why, and you might find the answer you’re looking for.
2:15 PM
MKK C - I MAKE A LIVING SELLING SEAHORSES
Contrary to the mainstream idea of consuming seahorses for vitality, Dr Adam sells seahorses from a different direction. He doesn't butcher them, but he "sayang" them.
As a business, he works with NGOs and government agencies to protect seahorses and their ecosystem. Learn from Dr Adam how he transformed an initial dying business he acquired into a thriving one that generates revenue while protecting wildlife.
MKK D - PRIORITISING VALUES ABOVE MONEY
As a New Zealander, Kanji holds strong values when building his marketing business in Melbourne. While revenue is essential, he focuses on building client relationships rather than prioritising money alone.
In his time, he travels frequently across different countries sharing his expertise in events and seminars. He will be flying in from Australia to share the importance of values in running a business despite cultural differences.
3:00 PM
MKK E - THE ART OF NETWORKING
Andrew curates impactful content for events. It is the core of his business. His work revolves around digital transformation, next-gen technology exploration, youth empowerment and civic engagements. His latest national project MDX was a huge success.
As you can see, he networks like a champion to get his work up and running. Acquire the art of networking from the man with sought-after transferable skills.
MKK F - THE ART OF DECOMPRESSING
Beth runs a creative art and event workshop studio. She provides a space for friends and family to create, enjoy and share memories. She believes art makes one breathe a different kind of happiness.
Nothing is better than time spent learning a new skill and nourishing ourselves.
3:45 PM
MKK G - SELL LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT
Sharon herself carries the zero-to-hero story. Yet, she stays low profile and humble at all times. A kampung girl who hails from Fraser's Hill, she worked her way from selling books door-to-door, running a tow-truck business to a 300-employee air ambulance company.
Favouring a more laid-back life, she sold her business and started Iconik, a co-working space. Sales have always been a part of her blood, and Sharon will share insights on overcoming rejections to make it to the next level.
MKK H - EMBRACING RISK & TAKING THE LEAP OF FAITH
As the founder of The Ark Event Space, Jermaine took a leap of faith in expanding her business in event spaces. The Ark Plus is the newest addition, and setting up the new space came at a high cost, both financially and time with her family.
In business, there will always be risks involved. For seasoned entrepreneurs, these are calculated risks. Join Jermaine as she shares her challenges and thoughts in the decision-making process despite being only 5 years in business. Find out also on how she navigates through work and family, after giving up on corporate life and employment.
4:30 PM
GROUP PHOTO + CASUAL NETWORKING
5:OO PM
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