Overview
Koon Poh Keong is a billionaire businessman from Malaysia who is the founder and CEO of the property development company, Ewein Berhad. He is known for his successful real estate ventures that have led to his rise as one of the wealthiest individuals in the country.
Early Life and Education
Koon Poh Keong was born and raised in a small town in Malaysia. He attended local schools for his basic education and then went on to pursue a degree in engineering from a university in Malaysia. After completing his education, Koon Poh Keong worked for several years in the engineering field before turning his attention to real estate development.
Career and Achievements
Koon Poh Keong’s career in real estate started in the early 1990s when he founded his company, Ewein Berhad. The company focused on developing residential and commercial properties in Malaysia’s thriving real estate market. Over the years, the company grew rapidly and expanded its operations to other parts of the country.
Under Koon Poh Keong’s leadership, Ewein Berhad became a leading developer of high-end properties in Malaysia. The company is known for its innovative designs and attention to detail in the construction of its properties. Some of its most notable projects include the City of Dreams development in Penang and the Marina Bay Residences in Singapore.
Koon Poh Keong has been recognized for his contributions to the real estate industry in Malaysia with several awards and accolades. He was named the Malaysia Real Estate Personality of the Year in 2016 and was also recognized as one of the country’s Top 10 Property Developers in the same year.
Personal Life
Koon Poh Keong is a private individual and little is known about his personal life. He is married and has children but has not disclosed any further details about his family. In his free time, Koon Poh Keong is said to enjoy playing golf and travelling.
Profile
Name | Born | Country | Sector | Companies | Net Worth | Forbes URL |
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Koon Poh Keong | 1965 | Malaysia | Real Estate | Ewein Berhad | $1.2 billion | https://www.forbes.com/profile/koon-poh-keong |