Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim was appointed as Executive Chairman on 3 January 2024. He also serves as the Chairman of the Executive Committee of Aizo, ensuring that business strategies, daily operations, and corporate governance practices are efficiently and effectively managed.

He is a qualified Commercial and Private Pilot from the Aviation Institute of Australia.

Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim began his professional career as a commercial pilot before transitioning into the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector. His first business venture was with Aerotrain Charter, specialising in aviation cargo operations. Subsequently, he became the Non-Executive Director of Borneo Sea Offshore, a significant player in the Oil and Gas industry. Driven by his passion for technology, digital animation, software development, and PC games, he later founded a business focused on Animation and PC game development.

Drawing from a rich and varied background spanning multiple industries, Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim has developed a robust skill set, enabling him to oversee multiple enterprises across ASEAN countries and China. Known for his hands-on management style, he actively engages in daily operations, ensuring that his team meets the expectations of clients and business partners.

Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim is also the Chairman of irix Sdn Bhd (formerly PP Telecommunication Sdn Bhd), where he holds a major stake as one of the company’s shareholders. His leadership significantly contributes to irix’s growth and success. His professional journey from aviation to technology highlights his effective leadership across diverse industries.

In addition to his role at Aizo, Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim is an Independent Non-Executive Director of Berjaya Land Berhad and sits on the boards of several private limited companies.

Dato Abang Abdillah Izzarim is engaged in a Recurrent Related Party Transaction (“RRPT”) concerning the provision of services by irix Sdn Bhd and Aizo Digital Works Sdn Bhd, where he is a Director and shareholder. Although the RRPT is not material, he has consistently abstained from all Board deliberations and voting on the matter. Other than the RRPT, he has no other conflict of interest with Aizo Group.