Dato’ Sri Zohari Haji Akob

Dato’ Sri Zohari bin Akob is a distinguished Malaysian public servant known for his significant contributions to the field of economic and social infrastructure. As a former Secretary General of the Ministry of Works Malaysia, Zohari played a vital role in shaping policies and initiatives that drive the country’s infrastructure development. Holding a Master of Economic and Postgraduate Diploma in Economic from University of Leicester, UK, Zohari leverages his academic foundation to address complex economic challenges within Malaysian context. His expertise was particularly instrumental in the establishment of the PublicPrivate Partnership Unit of the Prime Minister’s Department in 2009. This Unit was tasked with overseeing privatization and PPP projects, fostering collaboration between the government and the private sector to enhance efficiency and service delivery in various sectors. Currently, Zohari leads two prominent non-governmental organization, Malaysian Association of Facility Management (MAFM) and Malaysian Service Providers Confederation (MSPC). Under his leadership, MAFM promotes competency and standards within the industry, contributing to the growth of facility management as a professional discipline in Malaysia. Through MSPC, he aims to enhance the visibility and competitiveness of Malaysian service providers on the international stage, encouraging collaborations, innovations, and service excellence. Zohari continuously contributes to the nation through various engagements advising both Government and Corporate leaders. His ongoing efforts continue to inspire many within the industry and contribute to the country’s economic development.