As I close this chapter of my journey as the Chief Executive of HRD Corp, I do so with immense pride and deep gratitude.
The past five years have been truly transformative — for the organisation and for me personally. It has been a journey marked by bold ambition, decisive action, and meaningful impact.
When I first took on this role, I was driven by a clear mission: to position HRD Corp as a strategic national enabler of Malaysia’s human capital development. Today, I leave an organisation that has not only fulfilled that mission but exceeded it in ways I could not have imagined.
Together, we achieved remarkable milestones:
- Assets under management more than doubled, surpassing RM4 billion in 2024 — a 101% increase since 2020.
- Levy collections reached RM2.32 billion, with grant approvals at RM2.28 billion, reflecting a strong 98% utilisation rate.
- This year, HRD Corp is proud to host the ASEAN Year of Skills, reinforcing our leadership in regional workforce development.
- We drove critical policy enhancements that elevated industry engagement, expanded access to training, and strengthened the national talent ecosystem.
- Through a comprehensive digital transformation, we improved service delivery, accelerated processing times, and significantly enhanced user experience.
These outcomes reflect more than operational success — they signify a fundamental shift in how HRD Corp delivers impact through people, processes, and technology. From digital innovation and policy influence to stakeholder engagement and performance excellence, we’ve raised the bar on what is possible.
I am deeply honoured to have led this transformation and to have played a part in shaping a future-ready, resilient institution that remains focused on nurturing Malaysia’s most valuable asset: its people.
To all our local and international stakeholders — thank you. Your trust, belief in our vision, and steadfast partnership made these achievements possible. I will always carry that with me.
As I move forward to new endeavours, I do so with a renewed sense of purpose and optimism. The mission continues — and I have every confidence that it will thrive in the capable hands of those who now lead it.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve, to lead, and to build.
Datuk Wira Shahul Hameed Dawood
Former Chief Executive Officer
HRDCorp
