Jason Tan appointed BESarawak acting CEO following Amelia’s departure

KUCHING (Feb 4): Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak) has appointed Jason Tan Chin Foo as its acting chief executive officer (CEO) with immediate effect.

The appointment follows an earlier announcement that Amelia Roziman stepped down as CEO on Jan 31, 2026, after 20 years at the helm.

In a statement, BESarawak said Tan’s appointment is intended to ensure leadership continuity as the organisation continues to pursue impact-led, partnership-driven growth and strengthen Sarawak’s position as Malaysia and Borneo’s legacy capital for business events.

Tan brings 18 years of experience in the hospitality and business events industry, with expertise in strategic development, stakeholder engagement and organisational growth.

He joined BESarawak in 2012 and has since held several senior leadership roles spanning business development, research, marketing and communications.

BESarawak chairman Datu Hii Chang Kee, who is also Deputy State Secretary (Operations), said Tan is well positioned to take on the role, citing his deep industry insight and strong commitment to collaboration.

“The Board is confident that his strategic leadership will further strengthen BESarawak and advance the business events industry to new levels of performance and impact,” Hii said.

Meanwhile, Tan said he was honoured by the trust placed in him at a pivotal time for the organisation.

“I firmly believe collaboration is key to strengthening Sarawak’s business events sector and delivering sustainable, long-term impact across industries and communities.

“I thank the Board for this opportunity to lead and look forward to working closely with our industry partners and stakeholders to shape the future of business events,” he said.