Storytelling Speakers in Malaysia

Julien Cayla is an Associate Professor of Marketing at Nanyang Business School (Singapore). Professor Cayla received his PhD from the University of Colorado (Boulder, United States) where he majored in marketing and minored in cultural anthropology. Most recently Professor Cayla has been involved in a research program on the the service industry and the anthropology of customer experiences. His work has appeared in the Journal of Consumer Research, the Journal of Marketing, Organization Studies and MIT Sloan Management Review. He has received multiple awards for his research including the MSI Alden Clayton Award as well as the Nanyang Business School Research Award and the Journal of Consumer Research Outstanding Reviewer Award. He currently serves as Associate Editor at the Journal of Consumer Research. His work has been featured in various media such as The Atlantic, the BBC, The Sun, La Stampa and Channel News Asia.

C. Foo James is an Adjunct Professor with the National University of Singapore and the Founder of Financial Storytelling. He has dedicated his life to helping non-financial people understand the power of financial statements in a simple, easy, and fun way.

With years of experience as a former regional finance head of a US Fortune 500 company, James is an expert in his field, but what sets him apart is his love for storytelling. By weaving together engaging narratives with complex financial concepts, James is able to make finance come wonderfully alive for his learners. His upcoming book, "Financial Storytelling: Once Upon a Balance Sheet," is poised to revolutionize the way we think about finance. By emphasizing the power of financial analysis as a storytelling tool, James shows us that financial statements are not just numbers and figures but a window into a business's strength, performance, and health.

Roberto Cumaraswamy is a seasoned marketing consultant, speaker, and trainer with over 25 years of experience across FMCG, telecommunications, and education sectors. With a strong foundation in brand and product marketing, he specialises in digital marketing, social media, and brand storytelling to help businesses effectively reach and engage their target audiences. Roberto has led senior marketing roles at leading organisations including Celcom, XL Axiata, L’Oréal, and British American Tobacco, driving revenue growth, market expansion, and brand transformation. Today, he works as a “CMO on-demand,” guiding companies and professionals to build stronger brands, improve visibility, and implement integrated marketing strategies across digital and traditional channels. He is also highly regarded for his expertise in business presentation skills, enabling teams to communicate complex ideas with clarity and impact. Having trained over 2,000 professionals, Roberto empowers organisations to translate marketing strategy into measurable results and sustainable growth.

Mushamir Mustafa is the founder, CEO, and Master Storyteller of Humans of Kuala Lumpur (HOKL), Malaysia’s largest storytelling platform, reaching over 40 million people. Through HOKL, he captures the diverse stories of Kuala Lumpur's residents, covering topics from homelessness to healthcare challenges in rural Sarawak with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). His work advocates for social awareness and change, featuring inspiring entrepreneurs alongside Malaysian Global Innovation and Creativity Centre (MaGIC).  A TEDx speaker on storytelling's impact, he also leads photography workshops, speaks on journalism, and has advised the Prime Minister on arts and culture. Additionally, he was Head of Editorial at World of Buzz and photojournalist for Bernama.