The McMillan Woods Global Awards 2024 Appreciation Night, held today at the elegant Collection Ballroom, ParkRoyal Collection Kuala Lumpur, witnessed a momentous occasion—the official launch of In My Father’s Footsteps: Navigating Business & Philanthropy, authored by Dato’ Seri Dr. Raymond Liew, Founder of McMillan Woods Global.
This prestigious evening brought together industry leaders, celebrated personalities, and philanthropists to honour the achievements of the awardees and supporters of the McMillan Woods Global Awards while reinforcing a shared commitment to giving back through the McM Cares Programme.
A Book Launch with a Purpose
Dato’ Seri Dr. Raymond Liew’s In My Father’s Footsteps is not just a memoir but a heartfelt call to action for business leaders to embrace purpose-driven success. The book intertwines his personal journey of leadership, lessons from his father, and his mission to merge business excellence with philanthropy.
Reflecting his unwavering dedication to charity, 100% of proceeds from book sales will be donated to The National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) through the McM Cares Programme.
“True success is measured not by wealth but by the lives we touch. This book is my way of sharing that belief and inspiring others to embed purpose in their pursuits,” said Dato’ Seri Dr. Raymond Liew during the launch.
Celebrating Philanthropy with McM Cares Programme
The event also highlighted the McM Cares Programme, McMillan Woods’ signature corporate social responsibility initiative. Since its inception, McM Cares has raised over RM2 million for charitable causes, including RM200,000 for the National Cancer Society of Malaysia and RM300,000 for the National Stroke Association of Malaysia (NASAM) in 2022.
This year, the spotlight is on NASOM, with the programme aiming to raise significant funds to support autism awareness and care.
Key Guests and Supporters
The evening brought together distinguished guests, including Dato’ Sri Wong Chun Wai (The Star), Cheah Lek How (national badminton player), Ms Jojo Li (Hong Kong artist) and Ms Winnie K (singer/actress). Corporate leaders such as Dato’ Dr. Lai Kim Theng and Datuk Wira Calvin Khiu Fu Siang also graced the event.
The McM Cares initiative received robust support from notable sponsors, including:
● Dato’ Sri Dr. Shamir K. Nandy, GV Corporate Advisory Sdn Bhd
● TWL Holdings Berhad
● Pensonic Holdings Berhad
● Gintell (M) Sdn Bhd
● Shangri-La Hotel Group
A Night of Gratitude and Giving
As the McMillan Woods Global Awards 2024 Appreciation Night comes to a close, it leaves a lasting impact—a celebration of success, a testament to meaningful giving, and the beginning of a new chapter with In My Father’s Footsteps.
