Group Chief Revenue Officer, Censof Holdings Berhad
Dr. Zainul embarked on his professional journey in 1995 as a Credit Officer at Kwong Yik Bank Berhad, where he honed his expertise in managing ASB loans. His career quickly evolved and in 1996, he took the next step in his career by joining Tractors Malaysia Berhad as a Sales & Administrative Executive, showcasing his ability in both sales and administration.
In 2000, Dr. Zainul was appointed Chief Business Development Officer at Digicert Sdn. Bhd., a joint venture between POS Malaysia and MIMOS Berhad. His tenure was marked by significant achievements in business development and strategic partnership building. His exceptional leadership continued to shine in 2011 when he was appointed Head of Business Development at Scan Associate Berhad, where he spearheaded efforts to expand business opportunities and foster sustainable growth.
Dr. Zainul’s career reached a new milestone in January 2014 when he became the Chief Executive Officer at Century Software (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. Under his visionary leadership, the company has achieved remarkable milestones, expanding its market presence and solidifying its position as a key player in the industry.
Dr. Zainul’s outstanding contributions have been recognised with a series of prestigious awards, including the Masterclass Bumiputra CEO of the Year Award at the Malaysia Excellence Business Awards 2018 (MEBA 2018), the Strategic Financial Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the SME Entrepreneurs Business Awards (SEBA 2019) and CEO of the Year at the Malaysia Excellence Business Awards 2021 (MEBA 2021).
Most recently, he was honoured with the esteemed title of ‘Asia’s Most Inspiring Executives 2024’ by the ACES Awards, further highlighting his strategic vision, entrepreneurial spirit and enduring impact on the business landscape.
Dr. Zainul continues to lead with distinction, inspiring innovation and drive meaningful change in the industry, earning his place as one of Asia’s most respected business leaders.