Get to know us
Since 2014, People Empowered Malaysia has brought 100 years of collective experience to human resource advisory, including strategy, operations and technology. We are a trusted partner to Malaysian companies and multinational businesses operating internationally, from start-ups and SMEs to public-listed companies. Our technology providers offer best-in-class and cost-effective solutions for your HR requirements.


Our mission
To enable organisations to get the most out of their people by providing expert, hands-on solutions in change management, process operations, and strategic organisation design.
Our vision
To help build resilient and agile organisations that are well-equipped to navigate market shifts, freeing our clients to focus on their core strategic goals.
The team
Zailani Ali, who started the business, has over 25 years in senior HR roles across many industries in multinational and local companies. Our other two co-founders are Abby Grewal and Attila Emam. Abby has over 20 years' experience in search and talent management, while Attila has worked in HR operations, shared services, employee engagement and communications, and risk management for more than 15 years. All of us have local and international experience.


Zailani Ali
Managing Director


Abby Grewal
Director and Lead, Talent Acquisition


Attila Emam
Director and Lead, Operations/Projects
People Empowered Malaysia
People empowered. Business transformed.
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