About Us
Our History
Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MSCCI) or better known as La Cámara was established on 6th July 2009, in the wake of an increasing number of Spanish companies that were setting up in Malaysia.
It was launched by a number of founding members, individuals, businesses and trade association with a diverse range of experience, professional expertise and a genuine passion for promoting Spanish trade, business, communication and culture in Malaysia. From the very beginning, these initial members had the support and advise of the Economic and Commercial Office of Spain in Kuala Lumpur, given that the purpose of the association is to become the official Spanish Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Malaysia.
La Cámara aims to be the preeminent point of reference for Spanish companies interested in investing in Malaysia, as well as for Malaysian companies willing to develop and expand their business in Spain.
Our Vision & Mission
Vision:
Be the preeminent point of reference for the Malaysian Spanish Business community in Malaysia.
La Cámara’s vision reflects in promote free trade, responsible business conduct and a transparent and evidence-based approach to policy-making and regulation by combining La Cámara regional partnership with our unique expertise in advocacy, business insights, convening power and building networks to drive inclusive and sustainable social and economic growth in Malaysia and the South East Asia region. This is also responding to the overwhelming regional nature of La Cámara’s members’ interests.
Our Mission:
Be the preeminent point of reference for the Malaysian Spanish Business community in Malaysia.
La Cámara’s vision reflects in promote free trade, responsible business conduct and a transparent and evidence-based approach to policy-making and regulation by combining La Cámara regional partnership with our unique expertise in advocacy, business insights, convening power and building networks to drive inclusive and sustainable social and economic growth in Malaysia and the South East Asia region. This is also responding to the overwhelming regional nature of La Cámara’s members’ interests.
Our Objectives
The objectives of La Cámara is to expand business opportunities to its members and to perpetuate the more than half a century old economic and commercial relationship between Malaysia and Spain. La Cámara works hand in hand with the Economic and Commercial Office of Spain in Kuala Lumpur, which also provides commercial information and trade offers that are vital to La Cámara members in increasing Malaysia-Spanish trade and investment.
La Cámara is an organization that focuses not only on fostering and promoting bilateral trade between Malaysia and Spain, but also on helping and participating in the development of Malaysia.
Board of Directors
Board of Directors that is diverse, inclusive and balanced with commercial and functional leaders from a range of industry sectors that represent members interests, oversee and make policy decisions with respect to La Cámara activities and direction with the objective to support member recruitment and retention.
Mr. Jordi Pol Ramon - Chairman
MD, BCN Smart Technologies Sdn Bhd
Founding member of La Cámara. He is currently the Managing Director of BCN Smart Technologies Sdn Bhd., a company that’s investing in technology collaborations between Spain and Malaysia.
Mr. Javier Ruiz Jimenez - Dep. Chairman
Director, Awarala Inc
Master in Computer science engineer with over 20 years of experience building and managing IT companies, developing cloud infrastructure, and leading cross-functional teams.
Mr. Alvaro Fernandez López
GM, Pudu Sinar Sdn Bhd (Melia Kuala Lumpur)
Passionate about hospitality, hotels, gastronomy, meet new cultures, travel.
Mr. Chew Cheong Kin - Treasurer
Director, Finlux Sdn Bhd
founder and Managing Director of Finlux Sdn Bhd. He is also a member of MICPA (Malaysia Institute of Certified Accountants) and a certified Sake Sommelier from the Sake Sommelier Academy (SSA).
Mr. Walter Pattynama
CEO, Molecor SEA Sdn Bhd
Very experienced International Business Leader with strong expertise in South Europe, Latin America, Middle East and Asia. Proven track record of driving high tech B2B top/bottom line growth, operational excellence and competitive advantage in plastics and machinery.
Mr. Fernando Carrasco Schirmer
GM, Business Performance Consulting Sdn Bhd
Over 25 years experience managing Projects, IT, Manufacturing Performance, Organisational Turnaround, and Market Research. Fernando has worked for companies in Europe, America and Asia.
Mr. Desmond Lim Shao Wai
Director, MJT World Vacations Sdn Bhd
Resourceful and accessible, not afraid to embrace new challenges, a forward-thinker in the demanding, fast-paced travel industry. A career with the unique blend of experience from travel operations, strategy and development.
Mr. Juan Miguel Marzal
Director, Spanish Gourmet Sdn Bhd
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Mr. Diego Vivancos Gallego
APAC Reg. Director, Arquimea Group S.L.
More than 20 years’ experience in industrial and technology companies in managerial, business development and technical positions in private and public sectors. Last 10 years based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Ms Carol Edwin - General Manager
Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce and Industry
An accomplished professional in coaching and organizational management, Carol brings with her years of experience in stakeholder management, event coordination and business development.
H.E. Jose Luis Pardo - Honorary President
Ambassador
Embassy of Spain in Malaysia
Mr. Juan Guía Garcia - Honorary Vice-President
Economic and Commercial Counsellor
Economic and Commercial Office in Kuala Lumpur, Embassy of Spain in Malaysia
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