NOVALEON    

NOVALEON MANAGEMENT

The Novaleon management philosophy places a high importance on a corporate culture of creativity, tenacity and value creation.

B.K. How, Managing Director
Novaleon Group

BK has extensive experience in Marketing, Sales, Product Marketing / Management, Training and Channel Management. He is also currently the Regional Managing Director of Ofisgate Pte Ltd - a leading technology company in Singapore and Malaysia that focuses on network solutions in the region. BK also holds the position of Business Director in Liquid Advertising, an award-winning Ad Agency that is active in Singapore media scene. Apart from such appointments, BK acts as Consultant to several local companies in the Technology sector including Panda Software Singapore and Global Information Services.

Prior to this appointment, BK was the Managing Director of Kynegetics (a company specializing in Channel Consultancy and Training services) and Director (Marketing) of Purchasing and Supply Association (Singapore). BK's extensive corporate experience include companies like Oce, Canon, Linksys and Yellow Pages (Singapore) where he was responsible for its Print Media division that includes the Singapore White and Yellow Pages.

BK is also currently serving as Hon. Auditor for Johore Shooting Association (JSA). JSA, established since 1966 is the umbrella body for the sport of shooting in Johor and an affiliate of the National Shooting Association of Malaysia.

BK holds an MBA from Charles Sturt University (Australia), B.A. in Business Administration from Ottawa University (USA) as well as a Diploma in Marine Engineering (Merit).

Shamsul Mokmin, Vice-President
Novaleon Networks & Novaleon BioMed (Malaysia)

Shamsul's main objective as Novaleon Networks & Novaleon BioMed Vice-President is to chart the growth and focus on both areas in Malaysia and the region. Shamsul is also currently CEO of Ofisgate Sdn Bhd and a host of other companies in various sectors.

With a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and 13 years of significant sales and managerial experience, Shamsul served as the VP of Channel and Commercial Sales of Tricubes, a public-listed company in Malaysia. He widened Tricubes' traditional public sector focus into more diversified industries and sectors which is inclusive of Banking, Telecommunications and Logistics. He is also responsible for developing and penetrating the international market through worldwide channel and partner programs which since 2004, have seen Tricubes appointing key distributors in France, the Middle East, Indonesia and Thailand. Among his key successes were securing contracts with major banks in Malaysia and Brunei, logistics service providers in Malaysia and major systems integrators in France, Egypt and Bahrain. Another breakthrough in Shamsul's contribution was securing a joint development project with a major telco in Malaysia.

Shamsul began his sales career in Renong Infosoft and joined NCR (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd as a Business Manager to market NCR's Decision Support Solution.

Ahmad Shahriman , Vice-President
Novaleon Networks (Malaysia)

Shahriman is a highly experienced Telco personnel that has both local and regional exposure in IT, Telco, Security Management, Wireless, VOIP and Network Analysis. Shahriman is currently also the CTO of Ofisgate, a regional player in the Telco industry.

Shahriman was a researcher with Advance Intelligent Network Unit as well as MultiMedia Technology Research Lab. His experience involved a 2 year joint venture project between TM and iTopia Inc. on VoIP development in Rocklin & Roseville, California, USA. Strong in project management and consultation, Shahriman has provided consulting services to many MNCs and undertaken numerous projects that include TeleFlight System (announcement of flight services), TeleStock / FaxStock System (IVR system that keeps track of stock market info through phone and fax), Automated Call Conference System (Call Conference System for Telekom Malaysia), VOIP systems, Telekom i-Talk Prepaid Service, etc.

Amongst his projects, Shahriman served as an Industrial Committee Member for Ministry of Science, Technology and the Environment, Intensification of Research in Priority Areas (IRPA - IT Sector) and as well as Independent Committee Member for Industry Research and Development Grant  Scheme (IGS) for Ministry of Science, Technology and the Environment.

Shahriman, during his days with Malaysia Telekom's IP Development unit, was awarded Bronze medal for his invention, Secure Instant Messages (SIMES) Network in I.TEX 2005. I.TEX is an international invention, innovation and technology exhibition and competition held annually since 1989 and supported by MINDS (Malaysian Invention & Design Society).

He holds a Bachelor in Computer Science from Graduate School of IT, UPM (Malaysia).

Terence Low, Vice-President
Novaleon Networks (Singapore)

Terence is a successful, experienced and seasoned industry professional in areas such as IT and financial market. As Vice-President of Novaleon Networks & Novaleon International, Terence will lead the sales and business development efforts in key sectors of Singapore and the region's market. Terence is also currently the CEO of a local company specializing in Storage Media Solutions.

Terence has more than 10 years of experience in diverse industries representing top global companies. His past experiences include Bank Office in a listed local bank, Corporate Dealer in a global UK-listed bank and Sales Manager with a Hong Kong-listed IT company. Terence has a wealth of experience and expertise in working with local and international firms at both operational and strategic level - positioning and placing key technologies that improve efficiency and profitability.

Terence holds a BSc (Hons) in Business Management (University of Bradford, UK) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting & Finance (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK).

Max Tay, Vice-President
Novaleon Media (Interior Design & Projects)

Max is responsible to spearhead Novaleon Media and position the company as the premier design house in the region. Having the creative flair as well as grounded experience in building, construction and project management, Max will not only manage but oversee planning, spatial and technical arrangement of space in addition to concern with aesthetics for both residential and commercial projects.

Max has worked with design houses such Vegas Design and Senz Design associates and his recent Interior Design projects include Sentosa Golf Club, Penthouse @ Arcadia Rd, Penthouse @ Compass Heights, No. 12 Spottiswoode Park Rd (3-storey conservation shop house) and The Ansley.

His past projects with Lian Soon Construction and Leap Hong Construction include Langston Ville (10-storey apartment with basement), Greenridge Primary School, Elias Park Primary School, Nee Soon Camp, HDB Residential Blocks @ Sengkang, Mayflower Primary School, Karimun Shipyard @ Tanjong Pinang, SWISSCO Shipyard and Bungalow @ Holland Rd.

Max is currently also the Design Director of Uber Design House and he holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Construction Management & Economics) from Curtin University of Technology (Australia) and a Diploma in Building.

ABOUT NOVALEON CORPORATE LOGO AND NAME

The Novaleon Corporate Logo is a "Lion" and it accurately depicts the company name. The logo is designed in precise, clean and simple lines to reflect clarity of vision, integrity and ability to communicate complex solutions / messages in simple terms.

"Nova" in Latin means 'new, fresh or extraordinary'. We believe that businesses should periodically ask themselves if the choices / decisions (they made previously) that have sustained them so far are continuing to do so or weighing them down. New and fresh approaches are critical in today's business environment.

"Leon" in Greek / Spanish context means 'lion'. The lion possesses great stealth, strength and speed. The lion is often revered for its characteristics such as leadership, intuition and independence. These are characteristics that the company shall embrace and use to create value for its clients and partners.

In combination, the "Novaleon" name and logo embody the essence of a company that aims to be a new, fresh integrated business solutions provider to meet the challenges of today and the future. Novaleon will help clients achieve the greatest results and fastest returns through speed and execution.