P. Ayappan A/L Pappu Pillay is an international telecommunications industry veteran with nearly 40 years of experience, of which more than 35 years have been dedicated to leadership roles in the global telecom sector. His career spans across Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where he has worked with governments, regulators, and C-suite executives to drive transformative initiatives.

He has been instrumental in shaping the industry through the rollout of 2G, 3G/WCDMA, 4G/LTE, and most recently, the advancement of 5G, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and open/cloud RAN technologies. Over the years, he has successfully led nationwide LTE and fiber deployments, large-scale submarine cable projects, satellite C-band stations, and data center programs.

Prior to joining irix, he served as the Penang State Technical Advisor and Chief Executive Officer of PDC Telecommunication, where he spearheaded the state’s digital agenda and the establishment of Penang Smart City. His initiatives integrated advanced communication and cloud services, IoT/M2M solutions, and digital platforms to accelerate transformation for both public and private sectors.

Earlier in his career, he held senior leadership roles including Vice President at Etihad Etisalat (Mobily) in Saudi Arabia, Chief Operating Officer at First Media Indonesia, Chief Network Audit and Contract Management Officer at Smartfren Indonesia, Program Director at Webe Digital Malaysia, and Operations Director at Telekom Malaysia.

He hold a Master’s Degree in Telecommunication, Master’s Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with PRINCE 2 Project Management

With an impressive 23-year history in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, including 4 years of invaluable experience in setting up Global Business Services (GBS) Finance services for the Asia-Pacific region in China, Eugene Chan stands as a seasoned CFO and a strategic advisor par excellence. Throughout his journey, he has exhibited a versatile skill set, excelling in various finance functions across international markets. His forte lies in change management, advocating for lean financial practices, and spearheading transformative endeavors that yield substantial results.

Eugene's prowess truly shines in maneuvering through intricate financial scenarios, consistently propelling businesses toward sustainable expansion and heightened profitability, even in the dynamic and challenging Chinese market. A fervent advocate of Finance Transformation, he has consistently spearheaded initiatives that harness cutting-edge technologies, streamline operations, and harmonize financial strategies with overarching business objectives. This dedication hasn't just optimized financial functionalities; it's also been a catalyst for driving evolution within the FMCG sector.

Looking ahead as a forward-thinking CFO, Eugene's journey has been defined by an unrelenting pursuit of excellence, an unwavering commitment to innovation, and an abiding passion for amplifying financial acumen. Poised to continue this transformative trajectory, he leverages his extensive expertise to reshape financial paradigms and rejuvenate organisations for sustained success within the ever-evolving business landscape.

Dmitriy Nikolaychik is a highly accomplished Operations and Technology expert who holds a degree in Software Development from Minsk State Polytechnic University in Belarus. With over two decades of experience in the Telecom and ICT industry, he has established himself as an experienced practitioner who has made significant contributions worldwide.

Dmitriy began his professional journey as an operations and maintenance engineer at MDC Ltd, a Belarusian firm. He then proceeded to work with various organisations in Belarus and Russia, honing his skills and expanding his expertise. In 2006, he joined Azerfon LLC, a prominent mobile network operator in Azerbaijan, where he served as the Network Operations Director. This marked the beginning of his international involvement, which extended to diverse companies and projects throughout the Caucasus, Central Asia, Asia, and Africa.

Throughout his career, Dmitriy has been instrumental in several notable initiatives. He played a pivotal role in successfully launching the third 2G/3G operator in Azerbaijan, overseeing the construction of Core/RAN networks during the initial phase of development in Congo and Sierra Leone, and introducing innovative green power supply solutions in Tajikistan to significantly enhance RAN availability.

Prior to his current position at irix, Dmitriy returned to Belarus to lead the Cloud and ICT infrastructure division of UE A1, where he actively contributed to the company's digital transformation efforts. His association with irix is strengthened by an impressive and reputable portfolio, which positions him as a key asset for the short and long-term development of the company.

Bernard’s mission is to transform irix HR. His primary initiative is to establish irix HR as a strategic partner to all business units, enabling the company to fulfil its vision and mission. Bernard's focus will centre on fully digitising and automating the entire spectrum of HR functions, creating a paperless and mobile environment to enhance the employee experience. Additionally, he aims to design and implement a performance-based working culture aligned with the best practices in the telecommunications industry.

With a remarkable career spanning more than 30 years, Bernard possesses extensive HR experience across diverse industries such as Construction, Property Development (IJM Corporation Bhd), Sales, Distributions & Services (O'Connor's Group), IT & Software Developments, Electronics Manufacturing (Iris Corporation Bhd), and Telecommunications (U Mobile Sdn Bhd). Prior to joining irix, he served as the Director of HR Services at U Mobile Sdn Bhd, the fastest growing telecommunications provider in Malaysia.

Bernard brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise as an HR leader. He is deeply committed to coaching, training, and building a strong HR team that will play a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive HR strategy to attract, develop, and retain top talent for irix. Through his guidance, irix aims to build a competent and dedicated HR team that will contribute significantly to the company's success.

Morgan Chai is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience across the telecommunications and enterprise IT landscape. As Head of Business at Irix, he leads commercial initiatives, enterprise solution development, and strategic partnerships — supporting Irix’s growth across carrier, OTT, and enterprise segments.

Morgan plays a key role in engaging with clients, vendors, and regional partners, working closely with the Executive Director to shape market strategy, drive business growth, and enhance Irix’s positioning in the regional digital infrastructure space.

Prior to joining Irix, Morgan held a senior presales role with Maxis, supporting managed network and converged telecom solutions across public sector, enterprise, and wholesale segments. He also brings experience from various other industries including retail, consultancy, semiconductor, and government systems integration — adding to his versatile and adaptive business acumen.

He holds a Master of Science in Strategic Business Information Technology from the University of Portsmouth and is a registered Professional Technologist (Ts.) under the Malaysia Board of Technologists.