The annual YTL Leadership Conference returned to the JW Marriott Hotel in Kuala Lumpur last November. Bringing together over 800 leaders from across the Group, the conference held special significance as it marked seven decades of innovation, resilience and purpose-driven growth.
Under the theme “Road to 70”, the event honoured the journey that has shaped YTL’s legacy-rooted in a powerful vision from 70 years ago to drive progress and create a brighter future for generations to come.
In conjunction with this milestone, the conference featured the launch of “YTL Beyond 70”, a forward-looking initiative that builds on past achievements whilst embracing a bold vision for sustainable growth and meaningful impact. This initiative underscores YTL’s continued commitment to inspiring innovation, driving progress and Building The Right Thing for the future.
The conference opened with a heartfelt keynote by Tan Sri (Sir) Yeoh Sock Ping, Executive Chairman of YTL Corp, marking the Group’s 70th anniversary milestone. He expressed gratitude to the younger generation for actively embracing YTL’s rich heritage. Reflecting on the challenges faced by the late Tan Sri Dato’ Seri (Dr) Yeoh Tiong Lay, Tan Sri (Sir) Yeoh Sock Ping shared personal stories of stepping up as the eldest child to support his father during his teenage years-lessons that instilled resilience and responsibility in carrying forward the family legacy.
Keynote 1: Dr. Johannes Hartl, philosopher and author of Future With a Human Face explored how innovation rooted in human values-meaning, connection, and beauty-can shape a more sustainable and flourishing future.
Keynote 2: Featuring Colin Skellet, Group Chief Executive of YTL UK Group, “What’s New and Exciting for YTL in the UK?” highlighted YTL’s major developments in the UK, including the transformation ofa 380-acre site into a new smart town and entertainment hub.
Keynote 3: Featuring Sanjit Manku, Co-Founder of Studio Jouin Manku, “What is Your Superpower?” encouraged attendees to embrace their personal strengths and align passion withpurpose for deeper impact.
The highly anticipated Directors’ Panel once again captivated attendees with thought-provoking perspectives and strategic insights, inspiring YTL’s next generation of leaders.
The day featured carefully curated seminar sessions, providing participants with a unique and enriching experience. Attendees received exciting updates from several Director-led seminars and explored a broad range of topics including leadership, sustainability and more.