Highlights: Personality Host on YouApp – Mr. Chan Kok Long. Co-founder and Chief Sales Officer of iPay88. Received Technopreneur Excellence Award at the PIKOM ICT Leadership Award in 2016. Top Nominees for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2016.
In the dynamic world of e-commerce, Mr. Chan Kok Long stands as a visionary and game changer. Co-funding iPay88 in 2006, he currently holds the position of Executive Director for both iPay88 Holdings Sdn Bhd and iPay88 (M) Sdn Bhd. With over 25 years of experience, Chan has become a prominent figure shaping digital socio-economic landscapes locally and regionally.
In a recent session at V88 Starhill, he shared valuable insights on leveraging Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles to foster business growth in a competitive environment.
Early Struggles and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Mr. Chan Kok Long’s journey began with a profound goal – to provide a better life for his parents. Armed with a scholarship from BP, he entered the sales arena. The Asian financial crisis in 1997 posed financial challenges, leading him to venture into entrepreneurship to overcome debts.
Recognizing the demand for affordable international calls, Chan’s entrepreneurial spirit led to the establishment of a network of dealerships selling international calling cards, laying the groundwork for his future journeys.
Enter iPay88
The internet’s growing significance led Chan to create a digital magazine, movile88.com. Recognizing the potential for online sales of prepaid cards, he conceptualized the idea of a payment gateway. In 2006, iPay88 was incorporated, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of digital payments in Malaysia.
iPayy88’s strong presence in South Asia, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, Cambodia, Bangladesh, and Singapore, underscores its commitment to creating a borderless payment ecosystem through strategic partnerships.
Recognitions/Awards
Chan’s impactful contributions have earned him accolades, including the Technopreneur Excellence Award at the PIKOM ICT Leadership Award (PILA) in 2016. Recognized as one of the Top Nominees for EY Entrepreneur Year 2016 in the Emerging Entrepreneur category, he solidified his position as a leader in the e-commerce industry.
Chan’s influence extends to the academic space, where he serves as an Adjunct Professor at the National University of Malaya. As a council member of the PayNet Advisory Forum, he continues to contribute valuable insights to the fintech industry.
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