KUALA LUMPUR: Iskandar Investment Bhd (IIB) has appointed Datuk Idzham Mohd Hashim as new president and chief executive officer from October 1, 2022 replacing Datuk Ir Khairil Anwar Ahmad who as retired.

IIB's chairman Datuk Amirul Feisal Wan Zahir said Idzham Mohd's industry experience in property development, ecosystem building and education would add value to the company and help drive IIB forward.

"I would also like to use this opportunity to sincerely thank Khairil Anwar as he embarks on his retirement journey. He has shown an unparalleled level of commitment and hard work over the 15 years he has been with the company.

"Under his exemplary leadership, he has contributed to the success of IIB to what it is today. On behalf of the board and all staff, I wish him every success in his future endeavours," he added.

Aside from having experience in property development industry and held leadership roles in organisations like ENRA Group Bhd, Q Homes Sdn Bhd and Naza TTDI, Idzham Mohd served in automotive, motosports, education and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industries.

He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of the West of England and a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from the University of Melbourne.