our story
We exist to make access to financing simpler and more seamless for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
CGC Digital is a FinTech company, established as the digital arm of Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad. Registered in July 2022, our primary goal is to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by creating a simpler and more seamless financing experience in the digital ecosystem.
If you are an MSME, you are already playing a vital role in Malaysia’s economy, including, among other things, contributing to GDP, national productivity, employment, innovation and sustainability efforts. We identify with your business aspirations and understand the challenges that you face, particularly in accessing financing and growing your business in the digital ecosystem.
MSMEs are at the heart of everything we do. We want to provide a one-stop digital marketplace for MSMEs to access financing and assistance to scale up.
By assisting MSMEs in their growth, we contribute to a thriving economy and improved income generation. Our vision is to serve as a comprehensive digital marketplace, offering tailored financing options and smart digital products to meet the unique requirements of MSMEs at every stage of their journey. If you share our passion for making a positive impact on MSMEs, we invite you to join us on this journey as we co-create value with you and other MSMEs in our community.
We exist to make access to financing simpler and more seamless for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs').
CGC Digital is a FinTech company, established as the digital arm of Credit Guarantee Corporation Malaysia Berhad. Registered in July 2022, our primary goal is to empower Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by creating a simpler and more seamless financing experience in the digital ecosystem.
If you are an MSME, you are already playing a vital role in Malaysia’s economy, including, among other things, contributing to GDP, national productivity, employment, innovation and sustainability efforts. We identify with your business aspirations and understand the challenges that you face, particularly in accessing financing and growing your business in the digital ecosystem.
MSMEs are at the heart of everything we do. We want to provide a one-stop digital marketplace for MSMEs to access financing and assistance to scale up.
By assisting MSMEs in their growth, we contribute to a thriving economy and improved income generation. Our vision is to serve as a comprehensive digital marketplace, offering tailored financing options and smart digital products to meet the unique requirements of MSMEs at every stage of their journey. If you share our passion for making a positive impact on MSMEs, we invite you to join us on this journey as we co-create value with you and other MSMEs in our community.
Meet Our Board
Choong Tuck Oon
Chairman
Mr Choong is a CGC director and a highly sought-after advisor in the ASEAN digital start-up ecosystem and fintech sphere. With extensive experience spanning 25 years at Accenture, he currently serves as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Boards of FIDE FORUM Malaysia, NTUC Income Insurance Cooperative Ltd Singapore. He actively advises a consortium of international aid agencies on core systems for bank-of-banks microfinancing in Indonesia and counsels a global wildlife/nature agency on a growth strategy for 11 Asian countries as part of his involvement in NGO initiatives.
Datuk Mohd Zamree Mohd Ishak
Board Member
Datuk Mohd Zamree is the President and CEO of CGC Malaysia Berhad and has over 33 years of working experience in banking operations, corporate banking, consumer banking, Islamic finance, and development finance. As a distinguished Chartered Institute of Islamic Finance (CIIF) member, Datuk Zamree’s remarkable leadership has been widely recognized internationally, earning him multiple international awards for outstanding leadership. He was awarded The 2018 Outstanding CEO by the Association of Development Finance Institutions in Asia and the Pacific (ADFIAP). In the same year, he was awarded The Sustainability Leader of the Year by the European Organisation for Sustainable Development, ADFIAP and the Association of African Development Finance Institutions.
Anthony Lim
Board Member
Mr Anthony Lim is a CGC director with over 35 years of experience in the banking and finance industry. He has held key management positions in treasury, business banking, investment banking, and risk management. He currently serves as an independent director of Bank of America Malaysia Berhad since October 2021 and is a member of the Investment Panel for the Malaysian Government Public Services Pension Fund or Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan) (“KWAP”).
Suhaimi Ali
Board Member
En Suhaimi Ali is a CGC director and Assistant Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia. With 25 years of experience in the central bank, he now leads the financial development sector covering financial development and innovation, Islamic finance and financial inclusion. He is also a member of the Board of Trustees for the International Centre for Leadership in Finance (ICLIF) Trust Fund.
Meet Our Lead Council
Yushida Husin
Chief Executive Officer
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Yushida Husin
Chief Executive Officer
Yushida has over 25 years of experience in transformation, strategy, technology-led innovation, corporate support functions, operations, and management consulting within the financial services industry. She is currently leading this digital startup to assist MSMEs in accessing financing and scaling up their businesses through data- and technology-driven innovation. Apart from her corporate endeavors, Yushida enjoys spending quality time with her family, traveling, indulging in good food, and caring for cats.
Ila Dixit
Chief Digital & Innovation Officer
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Ila Dixit
Chief Innovation Architect
Ila is an accomplished professional with 20 years of diverse experience in the
telecommunications industry, specializing in Digital Transformations. She has worked with multiple multinational corporations (MNCs) throughout her career. Ila’s passion for personal growth extends beyond her professional achievements. She is deeply committed to nurturing young minds and actively supports initiatives aimed at providing guidance, mentorship, and training to aspiring professionals. In addition, she is an avid reader and enjoys writing notes and ideas.
Puvana Vighnesvaran
Head of Corporate Services
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Puvana Vighnesvaran
Chief of Staff
Puvana brings with her more than 15 years of experience with a unique combination of technical expertise, Strategic Planning, Operational Improvement (including development of processes and procedures) and branch operations within the financial services industry and asset management and infrastructure solutions industry. She is passionate about and currently engaged in company formation, administration services, and back-office support. Puvana enjoys travelling, is passionate about finding her “Ikigai” and never gives up a chance to spend time with her fur kids.
Irene Goh
Head of Human Capital & Administration
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Irene Goh
Head of Human Capital & Administration
Irene is a seasoned Head of Human Capital & Administration with over 10 years in Human Resources, Corporate Planning, and Special Project Management across Fintech, Banking, and Insurance. A trailblazer, Irene excelled in startup establishment, spearheaded transformative initiatives, and mastered change and people management. Her strategic prowess fuels growth, and a knack for fostering positive cultures makes her a sought-after leader. Beyond business, she is a passionate traveller and foodie person.
Join our Team
PROTÉGÉ - Corporate Services
We are seeking ambitious and passionate individuals to join our Corporate Services team as part of our 12 months PROTÉGÉ Program.
PROTÉGÉ - Digital Innovation
We are seeking ambitious and passionate individuals to join our Digital Innovation team as part of our 12 months PROTÉGÉ Program.
Interested candidates, please send your resume to [email protected] with the title: Join Our Team – [Position Name – Your Name].
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