Welcome to Sentoria, where our mission is not just about building homes but about making homeownership a reality for every Malaysian. At Sentoria, we take pride in our commitment to providing affordable homes and we believe in creating spaces that reflect the diversity and aspirations of our nation.
Our Company Profile
Sentoria Group Berhad has been a trusted name in Malaysia’s property development and construction industry for over two decades. With a commitment to excellence, Sentoria has successfully delivered thousands of properties valued at over RM1.6 billion to satisfied buyers, with a focus on affordability to make homeownership accessible to many.
Sentoria’s dedication to creating vibrant and inclusive communities is evident in their projects across various regions, including Kuantan, Morib, and Kuching. From residential developments to waterpark theme projects, Sentoria’s projects exemplify innovation, excellence, and a commitment to meeting the diverse needs of its clients and stakeholders.
Aligned with the Malaysian Government’s initiatives, Sentoria focuses on affordable housing and collaborates with strategic partners to expand its projects. Despite the uncertain times, Sentoria remains optimistic for the future and is poised to overcome challenges with the support of its new management and stakeholders.
As an established player in Malaysia’s property development and construction industry, Sentoria’s leadership and experienced team remain steadfast to build a better tomorrow.
Board of Directors
At the helm of Sentoria, guiding our vision and shaping the future of affordable housing, is a distinguished team of leaders who bring a wealth of experience and passion to the forefront. Meet the individuals who form the backbone of our success.
Datuk Dr. Ras Adiba Binti Mohd Radzi
Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Datuk Dr. Ras Adiba Mohd Radzi, who was appointed as Independent Non-Executive Director of the Company on 5 January 2024 and was re-designated as Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the Company on 12 January 2024.
Datuk Dr. Ras is a distinguished figure renowned for her resilience and diverse expertise, brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate vision to the table. Her journey from a celebrated news anchor to a paralympic athlete and, presently, a devoted advocate for the disabled community is a testament to her tenacity. Following a life-changing spinal injury, she not only overcame adversities but excelled, participating in international para-sporting events and setting records, including wheeling her wheelchair 490km from Johor Bahru to Putrajaya in a mere 10 days. This remarkable journey symbolizes her unwavering determination and strength.
In her role as a Senator (R) and Chairperson of the National News Agency of Malaysia (BERNAMA), Datuk Dr. Ras’s commitment to inclusivity and social enhancement is evident. Her strategic leadership, honed over two decades in broadcast journalism, coupled with her advocacy for educational reform, infrastructure development, and socio-economic empowerment, marks her as an invaluable asset. Additionally, her academic pursuits, including an MBA and an Honorary Doctorate, underscore her commitment to lifelong learning, making her uniquely positioned to contribute insight and drive impactful initiatives that align with the vision of a progressive property developer seeking inclusive and community-centric development paradigms.
Dato’ Chan Kong San
Joint Managing Director
Dato’ Chan Kong San, the Group’s co-founder, was appointed to the Board on 15 March 1999. He was re-designated as Joint Managing Director on 23 May 2011.
He graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Arlington, United States in 1986 and was elected a member of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia in 1993. He had worked for various consulting firms in Malaysia and other major property development companies before co-founding the Group in 1999.
He attended eight (8) out of nine (9) Board meetings held during the financial period ended 30 September 2023.
Dato’ Gan Kim Leong
Joint Managing Director
Dato’ Gan Kim Leong, the Group’s co-founder, was also appointed as Director on 1 September 1999 and on 23 May 2011, was re-designated as Joint Managing Director.
He obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering in 1987 and a Master of Business Administration in 1993 from University of Malaya. He was elected a member of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia in 1993 and was registered as a Professional Engineer of The Board of Engineers Malaysia in 1994.
Upon graduation, he worked in various senior positions in the property development and construction industry before co-founding the Group with Dato’ Chan Kong San.
He attended all nine (9) Board meetings held during the financial period ended 30 September 2023.
Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rahman Bin Hj. Imam Arshad
Independent Non-Executive Director
Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rahman Bin Hj. Imam Arshad was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on 1 October 2015 and was re-designated as Independent Non-Executive Chairman on 30 September 2020. He was then re-designated as Independent Non-Executive Director and was resigned as member of Audit and Risk Management and Nomination and Remuneration Committee on 12 January 2024.
Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rahman graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Anthropology) degree from University of Malaya in 1973 and in 1990, he obtained his Master of Public Administration (MPA) also from University of Malaya.
He started his career as an Assistant Secretary in the Finance Division of the Ministry of Education Malaysia. In 1978, he moved on to the Ministry of Health Malaysia where he served until 1986. During this period, he was the Senior Administrator in the Institute for Medical Research Malaysia. In 1983, Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rahman was promoted to the Principal Assistant Secretary in the Procurement Division of the same Ministry. He was then posted to Development Division of the Ministry of Works Malaysia in 1986 where he served until 1988. He then took sabbatical leave for two years to study for his Master of Public Administration (MPA).
In 1990, he was appointed Director of Road Transport Department Malaysia in Perak and in 1995, he became the Director of Johor State Development Office, a department under the Implementation Coordination Unit of the Prime Minister’s Department. In 2000, Dato’ Hj. Abdul Rahman was transferred to the Pahang State Secretary Office as Director of the State Economic Planning Unit. In 2002, he became the Hon. State Financial Officer of Pahang and in 2004 he was promoted as the Hon. State Secretary of Pahang, a position he held until his retirement in 2006.
He attended all Nine (9) Board meetings held during the financial period ended 30 September 2023.
Dr. Lim Zhao Qi
Independent Non-Executive Director
Dr. Lim Zhao Qi was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on 5 January 2024 and was appointed as the member of Audit and Risk Management and Nomination and Remuneration Committee on 12 January 2024.
Dr. Lim is a highly accomplished professional with an impressive educational background and exceptional contributions in the financial sector. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree from the University Technology of Sydney, and continued to pursue further executive studies with Harvard Business School. He also completed additional studies with the National University of Singapore in Financial Technologies, where he specialized in innovative financial services.
Dr. Lim’s multifaceted career reflects a diverse range of experiences in industries pivotal to global economic landscapes. His extensive involvement in sectors such as medical disposables, tourism and hotel management, palm oil (both edible oil and biodiesel), showcases a profound versatility that sets him apart.
In the year 2014, Dr. Lim assumed the pivotal role of Executive Director at European Credit Investment Bank Ltd, a licensed investment bank based in Malaysia. Under his astute guidance, the organization has witnessed substantial growth and success, marking his tenure as a period of remarkable achievement. Dr. Lim’s strategic vision and industry insight have been instrumental in steering the bank towards new heights.
He was appointed as Labuan Investment Banking Association (LIBA) Deputy Chairman on 28 December 2023.
Mr. Lim Poh Seong
Independent Non-Executive Director
Mr Lim Poh Seong was appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on 5 January 2024 and was appointed as the Chairman of the Audit and Risk Management and member of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee on 12 January 2024.
Mr Lim is a Fellow of The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA). He has over 25 years of experience in the fields of auditing, accounting, corporate finance and overall administration of business operations.
He began his career as an auditor with a major accounting firm in Kuala Lumpur in 1989. Subsequently, he joined the commercial sector where he held various positions in the finance and operations divisions of several Malaysian public listed companies. He was appointed as an Executive Director of Pantai Holdings Berhad, a public listed company involved in healthcare and was put in charge of the group’s overall operations and finance from April 2001 to September 2005. He left the group in February 2007 as the Group Chief Operating Officer. He was an Executive Director of Paos Holdings Berhad from April 2007 to April 2008 and Asia Poly Holdings Berhad from October 2007 to April 2008, respectively.
Currently he is also the Independent Non-Executive Director for Hup Seng Industries Berhad and Samaiden Group Berhad, both public listed companies.
Management Team
Driving the day-to-day operations and ensuring the seamless execution of our vision is our dedicated Management Team. Comprising seasoned professionals from diverse backgrounds, this team brings expertise, innovation, and a shared commitment to making affordable housing a reality.
Dato’ Chan Kong San
Joint Managing Director
Dato’ Chan Kong San, the Group’s co-founder, was appointed to the Board on 15 March 1999. He was re-designated as Joint Managing Director on 23 May 2011. He graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering from University of Texas at Arlington, United States in 1986 and was elected a member of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia in 1993. He had worked for various consulting firms in Malaysia and other major property development companies before co-founding the Group in 1999.
Dato’ Gan Kim Leong
Joint Managing Director
Dato’ Gan Kim Leong, the Group’s co-founder, was also appointed as Director on 1 September 1999 and on 23 May 2011, was re-designated as Joint Managing Director. He obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering in 1987 and a Master of Business Administration in 1993 from University of Malaya. He was elected a member of The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia in 1993 and was registered as a Professional Engineer of The Board of Engineers Malaysia in 1994. Upon graduation, he worked in various senior positions in the property development and construction industry before co-founding the Group with Dato’ Chan Kong San.
Dato’ Loh Yuen Tuck
Group Chief Executive Officer
Dato’ Loh joined the Group in January 2024. He heads the new transformation team to revive and revitalise the Group with core experiences in operational turnaround and corporate finance gathered from over 30 years relevant experiences in investments and strategic partnerships. He oversees the strategic direction, business development and diversification of the group, leveraging on his extensive knowledge and network in the finance, property and technology sectors. His extensive experience ranges from mergers and acquisitions, research and investments successes in Quilter Goodison London UK, SJ Securities Malaysia, Jupiter Securities, Phileo Peregrine Securities, Sun Hung Kai Hong Kong and Robertson Stephens Inc. His early years was nurtured in Singapore attending Anglo Chinese Junior College, one year tertiary education in National University of Singapore before transferring to University of London specialising in Economics and Accounting. He was conferred the Dato’ship title in 2014 and the Malaysian Retail Chain Association CEO 2016 award for his immense contribution to the retail/property sector and in recognition of his international community service especially in Nepal. Preceding this appointment he led the family investment office which invests in properties in Malaysia, United Kingdom and Australia, and the position of CEO Office of V-cube Malaysia (paid up capital RM 11.7 million) , an affiliate company of Tokyo Stock Exchange listed group V-cube Inc. (market capitalization RM 250 million), a digital applications company that has won multiple global Frost & Sullivan awards.
Ms. Lim Soo Yoon
Assistant General Manager – Finance Operation
Ms Lim joined the Group in 2005 as Account Executive. She holds a certificate in Book-keeping conferred by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board. She possessed more than 30 years of relevant working experience with vast exposure in developer and construction accounts. Due to her hard work and ability to shoulder more responsibilities, she has been promoted to her current position as Assistant General Manager – Finance Operation in 2013.