Malaysia continues to be one of Southeast Asia’s most active IPO markets, creating new opportunities for businesses looking to raise capital, accelerate growth and enhance credibility through a Bursa Malaysia listing. However, a successful IPO requires far more than favourable market conditions. It demands robust financial reporting, strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance and a long-term readiness for life as a public-listed company.
In this podcast, moderated by BoardRoom’s Foo Suan Kit, industry experts Tan Wooi Hong (Zaid Ibrahim & Co.), Desmond Wong (Baker Tilly Malaysia) and Tan Vee Han (MainStreet Advisers) share insider perspectives on IPO preparation, Bursa Malaysia listing requirements and the realities of an IPO journey. From financial and legal due diligence to ESG expectations, regulatory scrutiny and post-listing obligations, the discussion explores the key factors that can determine IPO success.
The message is clear: IPO readiness is not a one-off exercise. It is a business transformation that begins well before the listing application and continues long after the opening bell rings. Companies that prepare early and surround themselves with the right advisors are best positioned to achieve a successful and sustainable public listing.
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Gain real-world guidance from experienced IPO advisors on how to prepare your business for listing success and sustainable growth.
Moderator/Speakers
Foo Suan Kit
Chief Commercial Officer
BoardRoom Group
Desmond Wong
Director
Baker Tilly Malaysia
Tan Vee Han
Head of Corporate Finance
MainStreet Advisers Sdn Bhd
Tan Wooi Hong
Partner
Zaid Ibrahim & Co.
Foo Suan Kit
Chief Commercial Officer
BoardRoom Group
With more than 20 years in professional services, Suan Kit leads BoardRoom’s regional growth strategy as Chief Commercial Officer, Asia, driving business expansion and strengthening client partnerships across the region.
Desmond Wong
Director
Baker Tilly Malaysia
Desmond brings close to 15 years of experience in audit, reporting and capital market transactions. He specialises in IPO and corporate exercise engagements, helping companies navigate due diligence, financial reporting and regulatory requirements.
Tan Vee Han
Head of Corporate Finance
MainStreet Advisers Sdn Bhd
Vee Han is a corporate finance professional licensed by the Securities Commission Malaysia. In the last 20 years, he has completed more than 100 capital market transactions, from IPOs, M&As to fundraising exercises.
Tan Wooi Hong
Partner
Zaid Ibrahim & Co.
Wooi Hong brings almost three decades of experience to his corporate practice. He provides comprehensive counsel on foreign investments, including approvals and incentives, alongside a broad spectrum of commercial transactions, takeovers, mergers, and corporate finance matters.
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