Shell LiveWIRE and TEGAS Award Five Sarawakian Enterprises

The 2024 Sarawak state winners are Benang Studio, 4x4 Quest Sdn Bhd, Koperasi Opah Sri Aman Berhad, Toclan Agrotech Company and Zinsolar Engineering Sdn Bhd. They were part of over 60 participants who joined this year’s Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia Sarawak challenge. All participants went through a comprehensive bootcamp, where 10 selected finalists moved on to the final pitching competition. In this context, the entrepreneurs were evaluated based on their business pitches, showcasing their commitment in developing their business concepts through comprehensive business plans. Subsequently, five winners were selected.

“TEGAS is honoured to collaborate with Shell Malaysia on the Shell LiveWIRE programme, reflecting our dedication to empowering local start-ups and social enterprises to grow their businesses. This initiative demonstrates the significant role of entrepreneurship in stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and building resilient communities,” expressed YB Dato Dennis Ngau, ADUN for Telang Usan and Member Board of Trustees of TEGAS.

The five victorious enterprises were awarded a startup fund of RM10,000.00 by Shell, and an additional RM5,000.00 from TEGAS. In addition, they will receive a year of business coaching to refine their business plans and transform them into successful ventures. They will also gain access to TEGAS's resources and opportunities. Furthermore, the winners will have the opportunity to connect with the global LiveWIRE network, sharing their insights with entrepreneurs worldwide and potentially participating in the annual Shell Global Top Ten Innovators Awards.

“I take pride in our LiveWIRE programme, a platform designed to empower aspiring entrepreneurs. Through this initiative, individuals not only have the opportunity to establish their own businesses but also play a crucial role in generating employment within their communities. By participating in Shell LiveWIRE, entrepreneurs can contribute significantly to the socio-economic development of Sarawak and the nation as a whole. I strongly urge entrepreneurs to engage in this programme, as it offers access to invaluable knowledge, skills, networks, and resources essential for transforming their entrepreneurial visions into thriving ventures,” said Choong Yen Li, General Manager of Sarawak Gas, Shell Malaysia Upstream.

The judges for Shell LiveWIRE Malaysia 2023 Sarawak state finals were Afida Zaidi, Manager, Programme & Partnership, TEGAS Digital Village & Digital Innovation Hub; Phillip Kiew, Bureau Chief, Borneo Post & Utusan Borneo, Miri and Patrick Pereira, Shell Malaysia’s ER/IR lead, HR. Also in attendance at the event was Mr Jonathan Jolly, Shell Malaysia’s General Manager of Corporate Relations for East Malaysia.

Shell LiveWIRE is the flagship enterprise development programme of Shell. The programme strengthens local economies across the globe by promoting entrepreneurship and developing entrepreneurs. This programme, which kick started in Sabah in 2015 and in Sarawak in 2016 aims to inspire young entrepreneurs to innovate and produce real business solutions that meet today’s socio-economic needs. Starting from 2022, Shell LiveWIRE was extended to include entrepreneurs from Peninsular Malaysia.

Shell LiveWIRE stands as Shell's premier enterprise development initiative. It plays a pivotal role in bolstering local economies worldwide by fostering entrepreneurship and nurturing entrepreneurs. Commenced in Sabah in 2015 with an expansion to Sarawak in 2016, this programme is geared towards motivating young entrepreneurs to innovate and develop practical business solutions that address contemporary socio-economic challenges. As of 2022, Shell LiveWIRE has been broadened to encompass entrepreneurs from Peninsular Malaysia, further extending its reach and impact.

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Shell Malaysia
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