KUALA LUMPUR, 15 May 2025 – The Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) Women Division proudly announces the upcoming Women in Retail World Leadership Summit 2025, a landmark regional event aimed at empowering women leaders in the retail industry. Taking place on Thursday, 26 June 2025, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM at The Novel, Level 1A, MITEC Kuala Lumpur, the summit is set to ignite strategic business matching, cross-border networking, and future-focused retail dialogue.
With the theme of “Shaping Retail’s Future with Women’s Leadership”, the full-day summit will feature over 14 influential speakers and panelists across Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Attendees will benefit from panel discussions, interactive sessions, and a curated business matching experience, fostering partnerships and collaboration across Southeast Asia.
Headline Speaker and Power-Packed Sessions
The summit will be headlined by Datin Lavina Melwani, Director of Anaika Collections (Valiram Group), delivering a keynote address on entrepreneurship, innovation, and female leadership in the modern retail era.
Key sessions include:
- Sharing Session 1: The 2nd Generation Retailers Lead the Way
Moderated by Victor Chang (CEO, Solarlink Energy), this panel includes Aiveen Wong (CEO, Chin Swee Food), Vicky Yee (Senior Brand Executive, Nose International), and Celine Teo (Director, Mastile Interconcept), focusing on succession planning and transforming legacy brands. - Sharing Session 2: Regional Impact, Global Mindset – Women Leading the Change
Moderated by Dr. Cassandra Chan (CEO, SH Retail Academy), with panelists including Mac Chung Lynn (Group CEO, Nando’s Malaysia & Singapore), Serene Ang (Founder, The Shirt Bar, Singapore), Law Lee Kiau (MD, Homlux Interior), and Dr. Grace Judio (CEO, LightHouse Klinik). - Panel Session: Women at the Forefront of Retail Tech Disruption
Featuring leaders such as Racheal Tan (Executive Director, Wellous), Lennise Ng (CEO, Borong.com), Stephy Foong (VP of Marketing, Zus Coffee), and a representative from Lark, this discussion will explore AI, digital commerce, and evolving consumer tech. - Latest Retail Trend & Insights
A comprehensive economic outlook on the Southeast Asian retail sector presented by an expert economist from the event’s bank sponsor.
More Than a Summit – A Launchpad for Opportunity
Supported by Malaysia SME Association, Malaysia Chinese Women Entrepreneurs Association (MCWEA), and National Association of Women Entrepreneurs of Malaysia (NAWEM), the summit serves as a dynamic platform for idea exchange, partnership development, and regional retail transformation.
Participants will enjoy an exciting lucky draw, exclusive networking, and potential partnership opportunities. Registration is HRDF-claimable, priced at RM200 for MRCA members and RM250 for non-members. Tickets are available now via Ticket2U at https://shorturl.at/2fSAV.
Valued Sponsors and Partners
This summit is made possible by the generous support of Cash Sponsors: The Store, Lavieflo Marketing, SF Asia Solution, Xlnlex Holdings, Posable.AI, and Lark. Event partners include Marrybrown, Secret Recipe, Spectrum Outdoor, Taxman, Uptrend Housing, and Seng Liy Engineering.
About MRCA and the MRCA Women Division
Founded in 1992, Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) is a leading voice for over 550 prominent retail chain stores and franchisors nationwide. MRCA includes iconic names such as Poh Kong, Bonia, OSIM, Valiram, Maxis, RHB, and more.
The MRCA Women Division, currently led by Ms. Aiveen Wong, champions the personal and professional development of women in retail. Its mission—“Empower Women, Build Nation”—underscores its commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, collaboration, and capability-building for female business leaders.
