Meet the woman steering one of Malaysia’s largest conglomerates
Succession at one of Malaysia’s largest conglomerates has formally taken effect after Nerine Tan Sheik Ping, daughter of Berjaya Corporation founder Tan Sri Vincent Tan, assumed full leadership of the group.
Berjaya Corporation Berhad announced that Tan has been redesignated as chief executive officer, becoming the sole CEO following the resignation of joint CEO Vivienne Cheng Chi Fan.
The move consolidates leadership of the diversified conglomerate within the founding family as the group enters a new phase.
In a filing with Bursa Malaysia, Berjaya confirmed the leadership change, while a company statement described Tan’s appointment as the start of a “new chapter of leadership” for the group.
“As we move forward in 2026, a new chapter of leadership unfolds at Berjaya Corporation Berhad. At the helm is Ms. Nerine Tan, now serving as Chief Executive Officer, bringing clarity of vision and steadfast leadership as the group looks to the future,” the company said.
Who is Nerine Tan?
Tan brings more than 25 years of experience in sales and operations, marketing strategy and business development across multiple industries within the group.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in management from the London School of Economics.
Within the Berjaya group, Tan currently serves as chief executive officer of Sports Toto Berhad and holds directorships in several privately held companies under the conglomerate.
She has also led sales strategies at STM Lottery Sdn Bhd since 2007, overseeing operations through challenges including illegal gaming activities and the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Berjaya said Tan’s leadership will focus on strengthening the group’s core operations while enhancing organisational agility as it navigates changing business conditions.
“Her leadership reflects a deep understanding of people, markets and the evolving dynamics of business,” the company said.
The leadership transition reinforces the role of the Tan family in steering the conglomerate founded by Vincent Tan, one of Malaysia’s best-known businessmen.
Tan remains a major shareholder of Berjaya Corporation, while Nerine Tan’s sister, Chryseis Tan Sheik Ling, serves as an executive director of the company.
Nerine Tan also sits on Berjaya’s sustainability committee.
Berjaya Corporation has interests spanning gaming, hospitality, property, retail and food and beverage, making it one of Malaysia’s most diversified business groups.
The appointment formally places the next generation of the founding family in charge of the conglomerate’s future direction.
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