Securing financing as an MSME owner can be challenging. Lengthy processes, complex requirements, and repeated rejections are often the norm. And that’s exactly the gap imSME, powered by CGC Digital, is designed to address.
 
As a digital subsidiary of CGC Malaysia, CGC Digital plays a critical role in helping MSMEs navigate the financing landscape by simplifying access and bridging the gap between businesses and financial institutions.

imSME is also a one stop solution where business are able to explore financing options for their business include beyond financing.

In this episode, we speak to Yushida binti Husin, CEO of CGC Digital Sdn Bhd, to unpack what imSME is, how it works, and why it matters for MSMEs for their business in the long run.

Securing financing as an MSME owner can be challenging. Lengthy processes, complex requirements, and repeated rejections are often the norm. And that’s exactly the gap imSME, powered by CGC Digital, is designed to address. &nbsp; As a digital subsidiary of CGC Malaysia, CGC Digital plays a critical role in helping MSMEs navigate the financing landscape by simplifying access and bridging the gap between businesses and financial institutions. imSME is also a one stop solution where business are able to explore financing options for their business include beyond financing. In this episode, we speak to Yushida binti Husin, CEO of CGC Digital Sdn Bhd, to unpack what imSME is, how it works, and why it matters for MSMEs for their business in the long run.

Why Malaysian MSMEs Need imSME, Powered by CGC Digital

What does accountable zakat look like in practice? Lembaga Zakat Selangor’s CEO, Mohd Khaidzir bin Shahari, discusses how transparent reporting, direct engagement, and structured distribution are turning contributions into measurable community impact.

What does accountable zakat look like in practice? Lembaga Zakat Selangor’s CEO, Mohd Khaidzir bin Shahari, discusses how transparent reporting, direct engagement, and structured distribution are turning contributions into measurable community impact.

Where Your Zakat Goes: Transparency, Trust, and Impact

Taylor’s University continues on its upward trajectory. In the latest QS Asia University Rankings 2026, Taylor’s ranked Top 30 in the region. But what is driving them to go from strength to strength? In this episode, we speak to Professor Barry Winn, Vice-Chancellor & President of Taylor’s University, about this milestone and the next phase of their 10 Year Strategic Plan.

Taylor’s University continues on its upward trajectory. In the latest QS Asia University Rankings 2026, Taylor’s ranked Top 30 in the region. But what is driving them to go from strength to strength? In this episode, we speak to Professor Barry Winn, Vice-Chancellor &amp; President of Taylor’s University, about this milestone and the next phase of their 10 Year Strategic Plan.

Taylor’s University Ranked Top 30 in Asia

For close to three decades, Emirates has elevated the travel experience between Dubai and Kuala Lumpur, both in the air and on the ground. Recently, the airline debuted its Premium Economy cabin on the newly retrofitted Boeing 777 serving the KL-Dubai route.

We speak to Saeed Mubarak, Emirates Country Manager for Malaysia, as he shares what travellers can expect from this upgraded experience and highlights how both individuals and businesses can benefit from Emirates Skywards and Business Rewards.

For close to three decades, Emirates has elevated the travel experience between Dubai and Kuala Lumpur, both in the air and on the ground. Recently, the airline debuted its Premium Economy cabin on the newly retrofitted Boeing 777 serving the KL-Dubai route. We speak to Saeed Mubarak, Emirates Country Manager for Malaysia, as he shares what travellers can expect from this upgraded experience and highlights how both individuals and businesses can benefit from Emirates Skywards and Business&nbsp;Rewards.

The Premium Emirates Experience

The new RP4 tariff brings more than just changes — it reshapes how businesses manage electricity consumption. With network and capacity charges in place that may drive energy costs higher, companies face a crucial question: should they sacrifice operations to cut energy bills and risk productivity loss? TERA's Managing Director Michael Leong explains how solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) can help companies cut operating costs, reduce carbon emissions, and achieve energy independence.

The new RP4 tariff brings more than just changes — it reshapes how businesses manage electricity consumption. With network and capacity&nbsp;charges in place that may drive energy costs higher, companies face a crucial question: should they sacrifice operations to cut energy bills and risk productivity&nbsp;loss? TERA's Managing Director Michael Leong explains how solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) can help companies cut operating costs,&nbsp;reduce carbon emissions, and achieve energy independence.

Malaysian Businesses, You Can Be Your Own Power Plant

ESG is often seen as a concern only for large corporations, but it's a powerful and often-overlooked tool for SMEs.

Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, reveals why strong Social and Governance practices are more than just good ethics, but also about strengthening your business profile and brand image holistically. Discover the surprising link between good governance and your company's financial health, and learn how it can open new doors to capital and investment.

ESG is often seen as a concern only for large corporations, but it's a powerful and often-overlooked tool for SMEs.Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, reveals why strong Social and Governance practices are more than just good ethics, but also about strengthening your business profile and brand image holistically. Discover the surprising link between good governance and your company's financial health, and learn how it can open new doors to capital and investment.

Cash Flow Mastery: Ending the Daily Juggle

There is a common misconception that the concept of succession planning is only relevant to the wealthiest of families or the biggest of corporations. However, that couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, succession planning is essential for organizations and families of all sizes, as it ensures continuity, stability, and the smooth transfer of assets when key individuals step down, retire, or pass away. In this episode, we're joined by Dato' Nor Fazlina Mohd Ghouse, CEO of Maybank Trustees Bhd, who shares her insights on succession planning and the solutions offered by Maybank.

There is a common misconception that the concept of succession planning is only relevant to the wealthiest of families or the biggest of corporations. However, that couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, succession planning is essential for organizations and families of all sizes, as it ensures continuity, stability, and the smooth transfer of assets when key individuals step down, retire, or pass away. In this episode, we're joined by Dato' Nor Fazlina Mohd Ghouse, CEO of Maybank Trustees Bhd, who shares her insights on succession planning and the solutions offered by Maybank.

Why is Succession Planning Incredibly Important?

Many businesses invest in digital tools, but how do you ensure they deliver real value instead of just becoming another expense?



It’s time to identify and apply smart solutions to, simplify and scale up your business.



Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, explains how to integrate digital strategies that save time, simplify complex processes, and turn your technology investments into powerful revenue drivers.

Many businesses invest in digital tools, but how do you ensure they deliver real value instead of just becoming another expense?It’s time to identify and apply smart solutions to, simplify and scale up your business.Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, explains how to integrate digital strategies that save time, simplify complex processes, and turn your technology investments into powerful revenue drivers.

Digitalisation & Business 

Everybody knows that we should be saving up for retirement. However, planning for retirement is far from simple, particularly when day-to-day needs and urgent priorities often take center stage. Economic uncertainty, coupled with the rising cost of living and doing business, only adds to the challenge. So, how can Malaysians secure their future while still enjoying a comfortable life today? In this episode, we speak to Lim Eng Ping, Head of Wealth Management Malaysia at Maybank.

Everybody knows that we should be saving up for retirement. However, planning for retirement is far from simple, particularly when day-to-day needs and urgent priorities often take center stage. Economic uncertainty, coupled with the rising cost of living and doing business, only adds to the challenge. So, how can Malaysians secure their future while still enjoying a comfortable life today? In this episode, we speak to Lim Eng Ping, Head of Wealth Management Malaysia at Maybank.

Quick Tips on How to Save For Retirement

Expansion is the goal for many businesses, but the path is filled with critical hurdles that can stop growth in its tracks. Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, shares an essential playbook for navigating the next stage of your business journey.

Learn to identify and overcome the common pitfalls of scaling up with proven strategies for sustainable growth, both in Malaysia and across borders.

Expansion is the goal for many businesses, but the path is filled with critical hurdles that can stop growth in its tracks. Hazlinda Abdul Hamid, Head SME Banking of Maybank, shares an essential playbook for navigating the next stage of your business journey.Learn to identify and overcome the common pitfalls of scaling up with proven strategies for sustainable growth, both in Malaysia and across borders.

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