Chong Gan Leng, an Icon of Change in Malaysia

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Icons of Change International Awards 2026 International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development  Chong Gan Leng Chartered Accountant | Licensed Auditor | Licensed Tax Agent Founder, GL Chong & Co  SDG Focus: Goal 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Changemaker for Regulatory Compliance, and Professional Accountability in SME Development (Malaysia)  Chong Gan Leng is a highly respected Malaysian Chartered Accountant, licensed auditor, and licensed tax agent with more than two decades of distinguished professional practice. As the founder of GL Chong & Co, she leads an independent firm that delivers high-quality audit, assurance, taxation, and advisory services to small and medium-sized enterprises across diverse industries.  With deep expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, Gan Leng has built a reputation for upholding the highest standards of professional integrity and ethical conduct. Her work strengthens institutional trust, enhances corporate accountability, and promotes responsible business practices that contribute to a more transparent and resilient economic ecosystem.  Beyond her practice, she is a dedicated advocate for professional development. She regularly conducts seminars, training programs, and industry dialogues on evolving regulatory requirements, governance frameworks, compliance best practices, e-invoicing implementation, and digital transformation trends — empowering fellow professionals and business leaders with practical knowledge and strategic insights.  Gan Leng’s professional philosophy is anchored in clarity, consistency, accountability, continuous improvement, and ethical leadership. She firmly believes that sustainable business progress and economic integrity are achieved through disciplined governance, responsible stewardship, and lifelong learning.  #ChongGanLeng #SDG16 #PeaceJusticeStrongInstitutions #CorporateGovernance #EthicalLeadership #ProfessionalAccountability #SMEDevelopment #Malaysia

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00:00Good day everyone, my name is Gan Ling from Malaysia.

00:05First of all, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to the Icon of Change International

00:12Awards 2026 Organising Committee for this meaningful recognition.

00:19It is truly an honour to be included alongside individuals and organisations contributing

00:26towards positive and sustainable impact within their respective fields and communities.

00:34I am a Chartered Accountant, Licensed Auditor and Licensed Tax Agent in the professional

00:40practice.

00:41Over the past two decades, my professional journey has allowed me to work closely with many businesses,

00:50entrepreneurs and organisations across different industries.

00:57Throughout this journey, I have come to realise that professional work is not only about numbers,

01:04reports or compliance.

01:06At its core, it is about responsibility, trust and helping organisations build stronger foundation

01:15for the future.

01:16Many businesses today operate in an environment of rapid change, evolving regulations, digital

01:26transformation, economic uncertainty and increasing expectation for accountability and transparency.

01:37In my role, I have had the opportunity to support businesses in strengthening governance, improving

01:45financial discipline, adapting to regulatory developments and building more sustainable operational

01:54practices.

01:57I believe sustainable development does not always begin with large global projects.

02:04Sometimes, it begins with small but consistent actions, helping businesses improve accountability,

02:15encouraging ethical decision-making, promoting proper governance, supporting responsible growth and

02:24creating systems that allow organisations to remain resilient over the long term.

02:31One area I have been actively involved is in professional education and awareness, particularly

02:42relating to governance, compliance and evolving digital requirements such as e-invoicing implementation.

02:50Through seminar discussions and knowledge sharing initiatives, I hope to contribute by helping businesses and

03:00professionals better understand the importance of structured processes, transparency and responsible practices.

03:11leadership to me is also a continuous learning journey.

03:17It is not about titles or recognition alone, but about staying committed to integrity, professionalism and continuous improvement,

03:28development, especially during challenging periods.

03:32I believe true leadership is reflected in the ability to guide responsibly, adapt positively to change and continue value beyond

03:44our immediate responsibilities.

03:46As we move closer towards the global goals outlined in the Sustainable Development Agenda Year 2030, I believe every profession

03:58has a role to play.

04:00Whether through education, ethical practices, governance, innovation or community contribution, each of us can contribute in meaningful ways towards building

04:13stronger and more sustainable systems for future generations.

04:18To everyone watching, I would also like to encourage you to continue contributing within your own sphere of influence.

04:29Positive impact does not always require large platforms. Consistency, responsibility and genuine commitment in our daily work can also create

04:41meaningful change over time.

04:44Once again, thank you to the Icon of Change International Award 2026 Organising Committee for this recognition and for creating

04:56a platform that highlights individuals and organisations working towards positive global impact.

05:04Thank you very much.

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