Following the news that Amelia Roziman has left her post as CEO of BESarawak, the state’s CVB has announced the appointment of Jason Tan Chin Foo (pictured) as acting chief executive officer, effective immediately.
BESarawak said the appointment ensured continuity and stability as it advances its long-term strategic agenda to drive impact-led, partnership-driven growth and strengthen Sarawak’s position as the legacy capital of business events in Malaysia and Borneo.
Foo brings 18 years of experience in the hospitality and business events industry, with strengths in strategic development, stakeholder engagement, and organisational growth. Since joining BESarawak in 2012, he has held senior leadership roles across Business Development, Research, Marketing, and Communications.
Commenting on the appointment, Datu Hii Chang Kee, deputy state secretary (Operation) and chairman of BESarawak, said: “Jason is well-positioned for this role, with strong industry insight and a clear commitment to collaboration and collective impact. The Board is confident that his strategic leadership will further strengthen BESarawak and advance the business events industry to new levels of performance and impact.”
Foo added that he believed collaboration was key to strengthening Sarawak’s business events sector and delivering sustainable, long-term impact across industries and communities. “I thank the Board for this opportunity to lead and look forward to working closely with our industry partners and stakeholders to shape the future of business events.”