Leadership Transition at ICDM:
Michele Kythe Lim, President & CEO to be succeeded by Jackie Mah
The transition is part of a structured leadership succession plan that takes effect in August 2025
6 March 2025, Kuala Lumpur – As part of a structured succession planning process, the Board of Directors of the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (“ICDM”) today announced an important change in its leadership team. After seven (7) years of dedicated service, Michele Kythe Lim will be stepping down from her role as President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) as of 5 August 2025.
Tan Sri Zarinah Anwar Chairman of the ICDM board said, “As the inaugural President and CEO, Michele has played a key role in establishing us as a leading network and resource for enhancing the professionalism of directors. Under her leadership, ICDM has achieved significant milestones, including increasing the pipeline of first-time directors and improving the diversity of directors on boards. On behalf of the ICDM Board, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to Michele for her dedication and her leadership.”
Michele will hand over the reins to Jackie Mah, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President, a role and portfolio that Jackie has held since 2018. Previously CFO at the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Foundation, and a qualified accountant holding memberships with ACCA and MIA, Jackie possesses the depth of knowledge, capabilities and insights instrumental in leading ICDM to the next phase which involves establishing a framework for a recognised professional certification standard for board directorship.
ICDM will continue to strengthen the management team and the competencies of their people to achieve their aspired growth and goals towards professionalising directors. In the coming months, Michele will continue to work closely with Jackie to ensure a seamless handover of responsibilities.
