Sun Life Malaysia rings in 2026 with Ong to the Bright Side — a vibrant and interactive Chinese New Year campaign designed to bring joy, learning, and festive cheer to everyone.
Packed with fun social media content, interactive games, and engaging festive messaging, the campaign invites participants to join the special contest and stand a chance to win special angpow packets, adding a touch of prosperity to their celebrations.
Ong to the Bright Side captures the essence of Chinese New Year — prosperity, optimism, and togetherness — while connecting communities with meaningful traditions. Get ready for a joyful, engaging, and memorable start to the Year of the Horse!
Check out our ‘Ong to the Bright Side’ campaign posts below — let’s spread the festive cheer together by liking and sharing!
Packed with fun social media content, interactive games, and engaging festive messaging, the campaign invites participants to join the special contest and stand a chance to win special angpow packets, adding a touch of prosperity to their celebrations.
Ong to the Bright Side captures the essence of Chinese New Year — prosperity, optimism, and togetherness — while connecting communities with meaningful traditions. Get ready for a joyful, engaging, and memorable start to the Year of the Horse!
Check out our ‘Ong to the Bright Side’ campaign posts below — let’s spread the festive cheer together by liking and sharing!
- Ong to the Bright Side Launch Post
- Catch the ONG Horses Contest
- How to Join 'Catch the ONG Horses Contest' Post
On 19 January, Sun Life Malaysia Takaful (SLMT) supported the ‘Majlis Sentuhan Kasih’ event held at Auditorium Tan Sri Abdul Rafie, Jabatan Pendidikan Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur (JPWPKL). Organised by Pusat Pungutan Zakat – Majlis Agama Islam Wilayah Persekutuan (PPZ-MAIWP), the event aimed to support 500 students from 25 special needs schools in Kuala Lumpur.
The event was officiated by Yang Berhormat Senator Dr. Zulkifli bin Hasan, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), and attended by SLMT CEO, En. Azam Yusof, as well as Yang Berusaha Tuan Megat Affandi Datuk Wira Haji Ismail, Director of Education for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
As part of our role as a takaful company, a total of RM100,000 was donated to the students through SLMT’s wakalah fund, reflecting our responsibility to contribute to the well-being of the communities we serve. This contribution underscores our commitment to uplifting underserved groups and empowering them with opportunities that go beyond financial protection.
Watch the highlight video of the Majlis Sentuhan Kasih event here!
The event was officiated by Yang Berhormat Senator Dr. Zulkifli bin Hasan, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Religious Affairs), and attended by SLMT CEO, En. Azam Yusof, as well as Yang Berusaha Tuan Megat Affandi Datuk Wira Haji Ismail, Director of Education for the Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur.
As part of our role as a takaful company, a total of RM100,000 was donated to the students through SLMT’s wakalah fund, reflecting our responsibility to contribute to the well-being of the communities we serve. This contribution underscores our commitment to uplifting underserved groups and empowering them with opportunities that go beyond financial protection.
Watch the highlight video of the Majlis Sentuhan Kasih event here!
On 14 and 15 January, a two-day Best-in-Class Workshop was held at our First Avenue office to challenge perspectives, align priorities, and strengthen execution as we work towards becoming a best-in-class organisation.
The workshop brought together senior leaders from both Regional and Malaysia teams, including Randy Lianggara, President of Emerging Markets, Sun Life Asia, and members of the Sun Life Regional Office management team. Sun Life Malaysia was represented by Ho Teck Seng, President & Country Head of Sun Life Malaysia, En. Azam Yusof, SLMT CEO, as well as members of the management committee and relevant heads of departments.
The session reinforced our Playing to Win culture by grounding discussions in clear strategic choices and disciplined execution. By benchmarking against best-in-class peers and challenging existing mindsets, leaders aligned on long-term priorities, sharpened execution focus, and strengthened cross-functional leadership to close gaps and deliver measurable impact for Clients, advisors, partners, and communities.
The workshop brought together senior leaders from both Regional and Malaysia teams, including Randy Lianggara, President of Emerging Markets, Sun Life Asia, and members of the Sun Life Regional Office management team. Sun Life Malaysia was represented by Ho Teck Seng, President & Country Head of Sun Life Malaysia, En. Azam Yusof, SLMT CEO, as well as members of the management committee and relevant heads of departments.
The session reinforced our Playing to Win culture by grounding discussions in clear strategic choices and disciplined execution. By benchmarking against best-in-class peers and challenging existing mindsets, leaders aligned on long-term priorities, sharpened execution focus, and strengthened cross-functional leadership to close gaps and deliver measurable impact for Clients, advisors, partners, and communities.
We’re thrilled to give a big shoutout to our Brighter You Top 5 MVPs 2025 — Sun Lifers whose dedication, time, and energy have created real, lasting impact in the communities we serve!
In 2025, 78 volunteers collectively contributed an impressive 278 hours to Brighter You programmes, showing how small acts of commitment and heart can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Join us in cheering our Top 5 MVPs 2025:
First Place: Noorhani binti Nasiran, Human Resources
Second Place: Nurfaiqahfaqihah binti Norjamalullail, Compliance
Third Place: Nur Fariza binti Mohd Yusuf, Operations
Fourth Place: Shereen Vincent, Compliance
Fifth Place: Nordiana Izaty binti Jamaluddin, Client Digital Office
Their dedication reminds us that everyone can spark positive change. Every act counts. Want to be a Top 5 MVP in 2026? Watch out for the Brighter You email from Brand & Communications!
In 2025, 78 volunteers collectively contributed an impressive 278 hours to Brighter You programmes, showing how small acts of commitment and heart can make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
Join us in cheering our Top 5 MVPs 2025:
First Place: Noorhani binti Nasiran, Human Resources
Second Place: Nurfaiqahfaqihah binti Norjamalullail, Compliance
Third Place: Nur Fariza binti Mohd Yusuf, Operations
Fourth Place: Shereen Vincent, Compliance
Fifth Place: Nordiana Izaty binti Jamaluddin, Client Digital Office
Their dedication reminds us that everyone can spark positive change. Every act counts. Want to be a Top 5 MVP in 2026? Watch out for the Brighter You email from Brand & Communications!
Partnership Distribution & Marketing Townhall 2026
On 19 January, the Partnership Distribution & Marketing Kickoff was held at M Floor, bringing teams together to align priorities and set the direction for the year ahead.
The session opened with remarks from our President & Country Head, Ho Teck Seng, who introduced the year’s theme, Transform to Win. His address set the tone for a strong focus on transformation, performance, and execution in 2026. This was followed by a presentation from our CDMO, Alvis Wee, who shared insights on Transforming from Legacy to Leading Edge, highlighting the key shifts required to support sustainable growth.
Throughout the townhall, department heads and leaders shared business updates, strategic priorities, and execution plans. These discussions reinforced alignment across teams and provided clarity on shared goals as we move forward together into the year ahead.
Partnership Distribution & Marketing Team Building 2026
On 20 January, 80 Sun Lifers from the Partnership Distribution & Marketing team came together for a team building session at Monkeys Canopy Resort, designed to strengthen collaboration, trust, and team spirit for the year ahead.
The event was led by our CDMO, Alvis Wee, who set the tone for a focus on teamwork, resilience, and shared purpose. Department heads, leaders, and senior managers participated in a series of group challenges, including Esports Virtual Arenas (EVA), Conquer and Splash, and rock climbing which encouraged problem-solving, creativity, and team collaboration in a fun and engaging environment.
The day concluded with a team dinner, joined by our President & Country Head, Ho Teck Seng, and a prize-giving ceremony recognising both participation and collective effort. The experience reinforced the importance of working together, building stronger connections across the team, and fueling momentum for the year ahead.
On 19 January, the Partnership Distribution & Marketing Kickoff was held at M Floor, bringing teams together to align priorities and set the direction for the year ahead.
The session opened with remarks from our President & Country Head, Ho Teck Seng, who introduced the year’s theme, Transform to Win. His address set the tone for a strong focus on transformation, performance, and execution in 2026. This was followed by a presentation from our CDMO, Alvis Wee, who shared insights on Transforming from Legacy to Leading Edge, highlighting the key shifts required to support sustainable growth.
Throughout the townhall, department heads and leaders shared business updates, strategic priorities, and execution plans. These discussions reinforced alignment across teams and provided clarity on shared goals as we move forward together into the year ahead.
Partnership Distribution & Marketing Team Building 2026
On 20 January, 80 Sun Lifers from the Partnership Distribution & Marketing team came together for a team building session at Monkeys Canopy Resort, designed to strengthen collaboration, trust, and team spirit for the year ahead.
The event was led by our CDMO, Alvis Wee, who set the tone for a focus on teamwork, resilience, and shared purpose. Department heads, leaders, and senior managers participated in a series of group challenges, including Esports Virtual Arenas (EVA), Conquer and Splash, and rock climbing which encouraged problem-solving, creativity, and team collaboration in a fun and engaging environment.
The day concluded with a team dinner, joined by our President & Country Head, Ho Teck Seng, and a prize-giving ceremony recognising both participation and collective effort. The experience reinforced the importance of working together, building stronger connections across the team, and fueling momentum for the year ahead.
On 22 January, Sun Life Malaysia proudly received the Silver Award in the ‘Banking, Investment, and Insurance’ category at the Putra Aria Brand Awards 2025 — the widely recognised “money-cannot-buy” People’s Choice Award.
The award was received by key members of Sun Life Malaysia’s leadership team, including SLMT CEO, En. Azam Yusof, COO, Irina Lim, CHRO, Azreena Che Omar, CFO, Ong Le Keat, and other senior management representatives.
This recognition reflects the collective effort and dedication of the Sun Life Malaysia team in elevating the brand’s excellence and Purpose. Building on previous successes, the Silver Award demonstrates the trust Malaysians place in Sun Life Malaysia and the positive impact of our work across communities, Clients, and advisors alike.
This year’s awards were especially meaningful, with 51,000 Malaysians voting for their preferred brands, reflecting strong public trust for the winning brands.
The award was received by key members of Sun Life Malaysia’s leadership team, including SLMT CEO, En. Azam Yusof, COO, Irina Lim, CHRO, Azreena Che Omar, CFO, Ong Le Keat, and other senior management representatives.
This recognition reflects the collective effort and dedication of the Sun Life Malaysia team in elevating the brand’s excellence and Purpose. Building on previous successes, the Silver Award demonstrates the trust Malaysians place in Sun Life Malaysia and the positive impact of our work across communities, Clients, and advisors alike.
This year’s awards were especially meaningful, with 51,000 Malaysians voting for their preferred brands, reflecting strong public trust for the winning brands.