MACEOS ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOR THE 2026-2028 TERM

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS) has announced its newly elected Executive Committee following the association's 36th Annual General Meeting held on 25 May 2026 at the Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre (MITEC).

At the heart of everything MACEOS stands for is a belief the association has held since its founding: that business events are a catalyst for nation building. Pemangkin Pembangunan Negara is not a slogan. It is the conviction that drives the work of every member, every committee, and every initiative undertaken in the name of this industry. It is this belief that the incoming Executive Committee carries forward as it assumes its mandate for the 2026–2028 term.

The incoming committee steps into its role at a defining moment for Malaysia's business events industry, shaped by renewed global confidence, intensifying regional competition, and a shared urgency to build an industry that is competitive today and resilient for the long term. The new leadership enters with a clear sense of direction, a genuine commitment to its members, and a deep conviction that MACEOS must play a bolder and more proactive role in shaping what comes next.

In marking the close of the 2024-2026 term, outgoing President YBhg. Datuk Dr. M Gandhi reflected warmly on the association's journey and the strong foundations laid for those who follow.

He said: "I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have served an association I care deeply about, and to carry forward the legacy of those who came before me. I thank my office bearers, committee members, and every member of MACEOS for their commitment and dedication to our shared cause. We have always believed that what we do goes beyond the events we organise. We are builders of this nation, in our own meaningful way. The work we have done together has been purposeful, and I leave this role with full confidence that the incoming leadership will carry it forward with the same passion, the same belief, and the same dedication to making Malaysia proud."

The newly elected President, Eric Ho accepted the mandate with humility and resolve, speaking candidly about the responsibility ahead and the belief that will guide the committee's work.

He said: "Being elected to lead MACEOS is an honour I hold with great seriousness. The leaders before us gave this association its strength, its credibility, and its sense of purpose. More than that, they gave us a belief to stand on that business events are a catalyst for nation building, that pemangkin pembangunan negara is what we are here to do. Our task is to live that belief through our actions. This committee will work to secure stronger policy support, grow a talent pipeline this industry can rely on, make sustainability a real and practised standard across our sector, and use technology and innovation to keep Malaysia ahead in the regional MICE arena. We are entering this term with energy, with unity, and with a clear-eyed view of what needs to be done. We are ready."

Malaysia's business events industry is, at its core, a force for national progress. As catalyst for nation building, it generates tourism receipts, creates quality employment, supports small and medium enterprises, and enables the kind of knowledge exchange and cross-sector investment that drives long-term growth. Through conferences, exhibitions, and trade events, the industry accelerates professional development, fuels innovation, and connects Malaysia to the global community of ideas, talent and investment.

This is an industry that builds more than events. It builds industries, professions, networks, and the kind of national reputation that opens doors. Every convention hosted, every exhibition held, and every trade mission facilitated is a contribution to a Malaysia that is forward-looking, globally connected, and ready for what the future demands.

MACEOS is resolute in its role as the voice of this industry. Under its new leadership, the association reaffirms its commitment to representing members with conviction, upholding high professional standards, and building the partnerships and platforms that will carry Malaysia's business events sector forward with confidence and purpose.

MACEOS EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2026-2028

POSITION	ELECTED MEMBER	REPRESENTED BY
President	Pico International (M) S/B	Eric Ho
Vice President – Innovation	Y Us S/B (known as Evenesis)	Yusno Yunos
Vice President – Development	Doremi Services & Rental S/B	Lim Ee Huang
Vice President – Education	Malaysia International Trade & Exhibition Centre	Lim Win Nee
Vice President – Advocacy	Sabah International Convention Centre	Datuk Dr. Hajah Rosmawati Haji Lasuki, J.P
Honorary Secretary	Felix Expo Logistics (M) S/B	Shaylee Toh
Honorary Treasurer	Anderes Fourdy Event S/B	Rahul Bharadwaj

POSITION

ELECTED MEMBER

REPRESENTED BY

President

Pico International (M) S/B

Eric Ho

Vice President – Innovation

Y Us S/B (known as
Evenesis)

Yusno Yunos

Vice President –
Development

Doremi Services & Rental
S/B

Lim Ee Huang

Vice President – Education

Malaysia International Trade
& Exhibition Centre

Lim Win Nee

Vice President – Advocacy

Sabah International
Convention Centre

Datuk Dr. Hajah Rosmawati
Haji Lasuki, J.P

Honorary Secretary

Felix Expo Logistics (M) S/B

Shaylee Toh

Honorary Treasurer

Anderes Fourdy Event S/B

Rahul Bharadwaj

 

(by company name in alphabetical order)
Ordinary Committee Member	ASC Agenda Suria Communication S/B	Jaggarao Simancha
Ordinary Committee Member	Borneo Convention Centre Kuching	Eric Chuo
Ordinary Committee Member	C.I.S Network S/B	Yuhanis Latif
Ordinary Committee Member	DSA Exhibition and Conference S/B	Ezriq Sajad
Ordinary Committee Member	Informa Markets Malaysia S/B	Gerard Leeuwenburgh
Ordinary Committee Member	Innogen S/B	Ng Seiw Kuan
Ordinary Committee Member	Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre	Tiffany Chung
Ordinary Committee Member	Place Borneo S/B	Gracie Veronica Geikie
Ordinary Committee Member	R.E. Rogers (M) S/B	Hafizzudin Noor Mohammad
Ordinary Committee Member	World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur	Fauzy Wahab

(by company name in alphabetical order)

Ordinary Committee
Member

ASC Agenda Suria
Communication S/B

Jaggarao Simancha

Ordinary Committee
Member

Borneo Convention Centre
Kuching

Eric Chuo

Ordinary Committee
Member

C.I.S Network S/B

Yuhanis Latif

Ordinary Committee
Member

DSA Exhibition and
Conference S/B

Ezriq Sajad

Ordinary Committee
Member

Informa Markets Malaysia
S/B

Gerard Leeuwenburgh

Ordinary Committee
Member

Innogen S/B

Ng Seiw Kuan

Ordinary Committee
Member

Kuala Lumpur Convention
Centre

Tiffany Chung

Ordinary Committee
Member

Place Borneo S/B

Gracie Veronica Geikie

Ordinary Committee
Member

R.E. Rogers (M) S/B

Hafizzudin Noor Mohammad

Ordinary Committee
Member

World Trade Centre Kuala
Lumpur

Fauzy Wahab

 

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ABOUT MACEOS
Since 1990, the Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS) has served as the national voice of Malaysia's Business Events industry (formerly known as M.I.C.E.). We champion Business Events as a key economic engine and a Catalyst for Nation Building - Pemangkin Pembangunan Negara that drives trade, investment and national development.

The business events industry is a cornerstone of Malaysia's economic prosperity. It contributes to a national market size exceeding RM5 billion and generates an estimated RM18 billion in economic impact each year. Beyond economic figures, the business events industry creates meaningful employment, supports international trade and investment, and strengthens a vast ecosystem that includes venues, logistics, tourism, retail and more.

MACEOS represents a vibrant community of more than 250 members, comprising professional exhibition and congress organisers, venue operators, event management companies, booth and structure contractors, AV specialists, event technology providers, logistics experts and many more. The collaborative ecosystem catalyses progress as architects of growth, custodians of legacy and proud nation builders.

MACEOS is dedicated to building excellence in business events and remains committed to raising industry standards, fostering meaningful partnerships and driving sustainable growth that benefits both the industry and the nation. Website: https://maceos.org.my.

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MACEOS ANNOUNCES NEW EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FOR THE 2026-2028 TERM

LOS ANGELES, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vastnaut, a pioneering wearable robotics startup, today announced the successful conclusion of its three-day Demo Day in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles (May 21-23). In an unprecedented move for the consumer exoskeleton category, Vastnaut broke away from usual crowdfunding practices by inviting outdoor explorers, everyday users, and passersby to physically test Vastnaut One—the world's first AI-powered 4x4 exoskeleton—while its crowdfunding campaign is still actively running.

Building trust through genuine transparency

For early-stage hardware startups, the crowdfunding phase is often plagued by polished videos and exaggerated spec sheets that overpromise and underdeliver, leading to a growing gap in consumer trust. Vastnaut chose to tackle this head-on. The Los Angeles event was designed with one clear goal: genuine transparency. Rather than asking backers to blindly trust digital promises, Vastnaut brought the physical product directly to the community, proving that their breakthrough wearable technology is ready for the real world.

"It doesn't feel like a machine": what early adopters are actually saying

During the event, attendees were invited to walk up and down flights of stairs, perform deep crouches, and strap on heavy hiking backpacks to experience Vastnaut One's active assistance and load relief firsthand.

"It honestly feels like my own legs just got a massive upgrade," said Alex T., an amateur landscape photographer. "Since it's helping out my hips and knees at the same time, it doesn't feel like you're wearing a machine. It just moves right with you, whether you're bending down for a shot or taking the stairs."

Other attendees tested the system against typical exoskeleton pain points. "I actually brought my own 60-liter pack just to see if the frame would get in the way," noted Sarah M., an avid hiker and early backer. "It totally cleared my gear without bumping into anything. And the moment I hit the stairs, it felt like the weight of the bag just vanished. It's pretty incredible."

Weighing just 2.7 kg thanks to its 86% aerospace-grade carbon fiber construction, Vastnaut One demonstrated its ability to effectively reduce knee impact by up to 35% and uphill effort by 30% during the live demonstrations.

Los Angeles is just the beginning

"Los Angeles is just the first stop for us," the Vastnaut team stated. "We believe that building genuine trust means putting the physical product directly into our users' hands. The incredible feedback we received here proves that our industry-first End-to-End AI and 4x4 architecture truly resonate with people once they step into it. We will be taking this physical tour to other cities globally, ensuring that our community remains at the very heart of our journey."

The Vastnaut One is currently live on Kickstarter, where the campaign continues to gain momentum following the successful Los Angeles showcase.

For more information about Vastnaut One, future Demo Day stops, or to join the ongoing crowdfunding campaign, visit Vastnaut official website and its Kickstarter page.

About Vastnaut

Vastnaut is a wearable robotics company founded by engineers from leading consumer hardware brands such as DJI and EcoFlow. Combining deep expertise in robotics, biomechanics, and control systems, the company is guided by the belief that technology should extend human capability in practical, meaningful ways.

The company develops intuitive wearable robotics that build synergy between humans and the world, inspiring people to explore with amplified strength, confidence, and freedom.

Vastnaut One, the company's first product, is an AI-powered 4×4 exoskeleton built for tough terrain. Its 4×4 (4-joint × 4-motor) structure delivers powerful assistance and comprehensive multi-joint support across a variety of rugged landscapes. 

 

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Vastnaut Wraps Up Its First Los Angeles Demo Day, Letting Supporters Live-Test the 4x4 Exoskeleton