Michael L. Abbott

Stuart Petroleum Pty Ltd. is an oil and gas exploration company. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Adelaide, Australia.

Employees Provident Fund (EPF) is the Government of Malaysia's social security institution which was founded in 1951 to help the Malaysian workforce to save for their retirement in accordance to the Employees Provident Fund Act 1991. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, EPF manages pension funds and provides retirement, death, sickness, disability and unemployment benefits for private sector employees, non-pensionable public sector employees and voluntary contributors.

Bank Negara Malaysia provides banking services. It operates as a financial advisor to the government, a banker for currency issue and a holder of international reserves and safeguards the value of ringgit. The company was founded in January, 1959 and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

RAM Holdings is a leading provider of independent credit research and advisory services. Their forte is in the provision of unparalleled insights into the Malaysian bond market to help guide their clients’ decision making processes and also in other value-added services that complement their requirements. RAM Holdings (formerly known as Rating Agency Malaysia Berhad) was established in November 1990 as a catalyst for the domestic debt-capital market and as the nation’s first credit-rating agency. Their shareholders comprise both local and foreign financial institutions. On 1 July 2007, their rating operations were novated to a newly formed subsidiary, RAM Rating Services Berhad (“RAM Ratings”). Today, RAM Holdings spearheads the cultivation of new businesses and continues to provide training as well as economic research that promotes financial and credit expertise, in addition to soft skills. At RAM Holdings, they have three main subsidiaries that take care of their clients’ needs RAM Ratings and RAM Ratings (Lanka) Limited (which provide credit-rating services in their respective markets), and RAM Consultancy Services Sdn Bhd (which supplies innovative risk-management solutions as well as strategic business and advisory services). They also have 2 units within the holding company that furnish economic research and training services areas in which they possess more than a decade of experience. Through their solid infrastructure and diversity of skills, they are able to assign expert teams that provide in-depth analysis on the domestic debt-capital market to both issuers and investors as well as consultancy and business advisory services. As part of their initial ventures en route to their longer-term vision, RAM Holdings has established affiliations with internationally renowned Standard and Poor’s. They are also directly involved in other developing markets such as Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Kazakhstan. In the regional arena, RAM Holdings is a member of the Association of Credit Rating Agencies in Asia (or ACRAA). Furthermore, they provide technical assistance and training to Bangladesh’s Credit Rating Information and Services Limited (or CRISL). Through their presence in these international financial markets, RAM Holdings is able to keep their finger on the pulse of global developments and activities. As the nation’s premier credit-rating agency and provider of advisory services, they are well poised to provide guidance by furnishing insightful advise and service of exceptional quality, integrity and objectivity.

Australasian Institute of Mining & Metallurgy, also known as AusIMM, is the leading organization for professionals working in the resources sector. AusIMM is based in Carlton, Australia, and has subsidiaries in Hong Kong. The Australian company's main focus is on shaping careers, showcasing leadership, creating communities, and upholding standards.

Australian Institute of Co. Directors is a non-profit organization that provides leadership on director issues. It offers governance education, director development, and advocacy. The organization was founded in January 1, 1990 and is headquartered in Sydney, Australia.

The Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) is an organization that focuses on economic geology. The organization is based in Littleton, CO. The company offers membership benefits such as access to publications, webinars, and job listings. The SEG also has a foundation that provides funding for students and early career professionals.

The American Institute of Mining Engineers is a Non-Profit Organisation, engages in mining, metallurgy and exploration. The company was founded in 1871 and is headquartered in Wapwallopen, PA.

Royal Selangor International Sdn. Bhd. manufactures and markets pewter gifts and tableware products. It offers home decor, tableware, coffee and tea, wine accessories, accessories, desktop, ornamental, children gift, giftware, fine Jewellery, sterling silver, bespoke products. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The American Association for Justice provides trial attorney services. The non-profit company is based in Washington. Linda Lipsen has been the CEO of the American company since 1993.

Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers is the voice of the Malaysian manufacturing industry. The private company is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and has subsidiaries in Malaysia. The company serves as a key focal point for those seeking links with Malaysian manufacturers for investment, trade, and services.

The Executive Connection provides business consulting services. The private company is based in North Sydney, Australia.

Shine Lawyers Pty Ltd. provides legal services. It services offers abuse law, asbestos compensation, bankruptcy and insolvency, CSG and mining legal services, environmental claims, financial advisor, professional, and medical negligence, injury claims, public liability, stolen wages class action, workers compensation, aviation, defamation and wills and estate law, human rights, and property and insurance claims. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Brisbane, Australia.

The International Chamber of Commerce Malaysia is a chamber of commerce. The non-profit company is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

The Malaysian Industrial Development Authority operates to assist companies looking to invest in Malaysian businesses. The private company is based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.