KHAIRUDDIN BIN ABD AZIZ
Social Activist Consultant
Klang,10
Summary
Dynamic social activist, consultant, speaker, and writer with over 15 years of experience advocating for drug-free lifestyles through music activism, public speaking, and creative arts. Proven track record in leadership, talent development, and nonprofit management, delivering impactful results across multiple industries.
Professional with comprehensive experience in governance, strategic oversight, and organizational development. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving impactful results. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments. Brings expertise in financial stewardship, policy formulation, and stakeholder engagement, paired with keen analytical and leadership skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Board of Trustees Member
Yayayasan Kartika Sri Tun Ghafar Baba
01.2023 - Current
- Reviewed financial statements and budgets for fiscal responsibility, ensuring proper allocation of resources.
- Collaborated with fellow Board members to develop strategic plans, setting organizational goals and objectives.
- Oversaw the implementation of new programs and initiatives, monitoring progress towards desired outcomes.
- Improved operational efficiency by reviewing internal processes and recommending necessary adjustments or improvements where applicable.
President
Drug Free Malaysia
12.2010 - Current
- President of Non Profit organization, engaging with governments, International NGO and media
- Speaker and trainer for Drug Free education all over Malaysia that power by Drug Free World and Government
- Spearheaded nationwide campaigns on drug-free education, impacting over 10,000 students and communities annually
- Established partnerships with government agencies and international NGOs to strengthen advocacy efforts
- Trained and mentored over 500 youth volunteers, fostering leadership and social responsibility
Head of Talent Development
SKOWT Music Sdn. Bhd.
04.2017 - 01.2022
- Identifying independent artist globally with special focus on Malaysian artists
- Co-ordinating with artists and event organisers for performances
- Negotiated and signed 2 deals with labels for 2 SKOWT artists – Warner Music Malaysia and Pulse Soundwork in association with Universal Records
- Identified and onboarded over 50 independent artists globally, focusing on Malaysian talent
- Negotiated and secured deals with Warner Music Malaysia and Universal Records, resulting in a 30% growth in artist reach
- Organized and coordinated over 20 successful artist performances and events annually
Ambassador
Famsy Sdn Bhd
11.2019 - 01.2020
- Training and speaker for new entrepreneurs/bands who wanted to start a merchandise business
- Managing web stores for supply and demand t-shirts company
- Conducted workshops for 200+ entrepreneurs on merchandise business strategies, achieving a 95% satisfaction rate
- Managed web stores, optimizing supply chain operations and increasing merchandise sales by 20%
Brand Ambassador
We People Sdn Bhd.
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Speaker for We people of Malaysia regarding on social entrepreneur and social worker
- Working closely with corporate companies to gives funds on Corporate Social Responsibility
- Collaborated with corporate partners to secure funding for social initiatives, raising over RM500,000 for community projects
- Delivered over 50 motivational talks on social entrepreneurship and youth empowerment
Engagement Manager
Clixster Mobile Sdn Bhd
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Managing sales team focusing on events and corporate social responsibility
- Give training to new staff and engage with new clients, government and partners
- Trained and managed a sales team of 15, achieving a 25% increase in corporate client acquisition
- Designed and executed CSR initiatives, enhancing company reputation and community impact
Marketing Manager
Master Reach Network Institute
08.2010 - 12.2010
- Engaging with the governments on funds for sponsoring new students
- Identify dropout students to study in the college for free scholarship
Senior Sales Officer
Ambank (M) Sdn Bhd.
08.2007 - 03.2010
- Advised new clients to invest and propose customer financial through bank products
- Give training to new staff on how to make sales on credit card, loans, mortgage and others
Senior Supervisor
San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd.
09.2001 - 07.2007
- Leading senior supervisor on the earliest coffee outlet in Malaysia
- Gives training, encouraging sales and managing a coffee outlet
- Managed daily operations of a flagship outlet, leading a team of 12 staff to exceed sales targets by 15%
- Conducted training programs to improve staff efficiency and customer satisfaction
Sales Executive
JAG Advertising Sdn Bhd.
12.1999 - 03.2000
- The first door to door marketing campaign done by Jag Advertising from UK
- Our first client was Maxis fixed line were done by the marketing staff from Jag Advertising
Data Entry Clerk
Bristoll Myers Squib Sdn Bhd.
01.1997 - 02.1998
- Service customers through cold calls and extract data from the information given
- Compile important information, data and save it on the computer
Education
PHD – Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy - Social Work
Royal British University of India
Certificate - Community Counselling
Government of Selangor
Certificate - International English Language Testing System
British Council
Certificate - Ngo Sustainability Development Program
Hong Leong Foundation/Tandemic
Certificate - Social Business Accelerator Program
Malaysia Global Creative Centre
Certificate - Fine Art
Institute Art & Design
High School Diploma -
SMK LASALLE
Klang 01.1990 - 01.1995
Primary School -
Methodist Boys School
Port Klang 01.1985 - 11.1990
Skills
Leadership & Team Management
Affiliations
- Skuad Anti Dadah
- Malaysia Council Tobacco Control
- My Harapan
- The Traveller
- Malaysia Association Of Adolescent Health
- Malaysia Substance Abuse Council
- Heavenly Culture World Restoration Of Lights
- Drug Free World Foundation
- Intelligent Society Of Malaysia
Awardsandappreciations
- Drug Free Heroes Award (USA), 2020
- Selangor service medal, State Kings Award, 2019
- Voices for Humanity, Drug Free World Foundation (UK), 2018
- Selangor Youth Award (Music & Entertainment), 2017
- Aeisec Volunteer Award, 2017
- UCHOS, Unsung Heroes Award, 2017
- Negaraku, Prime Minister appreciation, 2017
- National Anti-Drugs Agencies, 2017
- The Star, Golden Heart Award, 2016
- Our Better World (Singapore), 2016
- Jabatan Pendidikan Negeri Selangor, 2015
Miscellaneousinformation
Microsoft Office, Designing, Video Editing, Website Design, Fluent English, Fluent Malay
Interviews
BFM Radio, Hot FM Radio, Selangor FM Radio, Bangsar FM Radio, Traxx FM Radio, Galaksi Muzik Nasional FM, Astro Radio Zayan, Campus FM, RAKITA FM, Selamat Pagi Malaysia – Hari Anti Dadah Kebangsaan, Astro Awani - Jelajah Eropah kempen hari tanpa tembakau, Nasi lemak Kopi O – Program Untoxicated Ke Sekolah, Selamat Pagi Malaysia – Belia perangi dadah bersama Aadk, Astro Awani –Sambutan Hari Straight Edge Sedunia, Astro Awani – Pendapat Pakar kematian Belia di ASOT, Astro Awani –Pengumpulan projek baju Raya, Astro Awani – Sumbangan ke Warga Emas Aidilfitri, Hypp TV – Youth Against Drugs, TV Al Hijrah – Interview bersama Felixia Yap, Quickie 8 Tv – Drug Free day, Mob Tv – Belia Bebas Dadah, Bernama TV – SKOWT Apps for independent platform.
Media
- Maximum Rock and Roll, Interview, USA
- Unite Asia, Interview, Hong Kong
- Untoxicated, Interview, Australia
- ROTTW, European Tour, 2009, Front Cover
- Harian Metro, Article, Menyanyi sambil bercerita, Bersama Safiya Bantu Gelandangan, Mesej Khidmat Komuniti
- Kosmo, Article, Muzik Keras Banteras Dadah, Penganjuran festival Nilai Hidup Positif
- Scientology Media, Partnership, for a drug free world Foundation, USA
Ambassador
- Drug Free Youth Association (President)
- Famsy Print on demand
- Untoxicated (Australia)
- Malaysia Fitness Anti Doping Association
- Addicxion (UK/Malaysia)
- Positive Clothing
- We People
- Anti Drugs Agency Selangor State
- Heavenly Culture, World Peace, Restoration Of Light (Korea)
- National Anti Drug Agency (Malaysia)
- Drug Free World Foundation (USA)
Shortfilm
- BBC, Malaysia Straight edge Punk scene, 2019, UK
- Voices for Humanity, Drug Free world, 2018, USA
- The Star, Golden Heart Award, 2017
- Negaraku, 2017
- High on Music Not drugs, 2016, Singapore
- Aku Anak Punk, 2015
- Altel, Terima kasih sama sama, 2015
- TedxYouth, Keeping It Cool With Straight Edge, 2014
Booksandmagazines
- Aku Anak Punk, Pojok@karangkraf, 2017
- Impact Magazine, USA, 2019
- Drug Free world, USA, Front cover, 2019
- Maximum Rock And Roll, USA, 2016
- World Wide Hardcore, Germany, 2015
- ROTTW, front Cover, 2009
Music
- Save Mother Earth Cd, Hungary, 2009
- Count On To Survive, 12”, Switzerland, 2012
- What Has Inspired Us, 7”, Netherlands, 2007
- Tribute to Warzone, France, 2006
- Tribute to Youth Of Today, USA, 2006
- Indonesia Tour Tapes, Indonesia, 2005
- One More Fight Ep, 2004
- Take No Heroes Compilation, France, 2002
Training
- Drugs Off life on, Inti International College, 2017
- International Youth Peace Summit, Korea, 2017
- 15th IAVE Asia Pacific Regional Volunteer & Youth Volunteer Conference, 2017
- ASEAN Student Forum, 2016
- Empowering Youth for Drug Free Community, 2016
- Ted X Youth, Keeping it Cool with Straight Edge, 2016
- National Symposium on Adolescent Health, 2015
- Global Peace Foundation, Peace Chat Series, 2014
Educationandprofessionaldevelopment
PHD, Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy in Social Work, Royal British University of India, Community Counselling, Government of Selangor, 2017, International English Language Testing System, British Council, 2016, Ngo Sustainability Development Program, Hong Leong Foundation/Tandemic, 2015, Social Business Accelerator Program, Malaysia Global Creative Centre, 2015, Fine Art, Institute Art & Design, 1998, 1995, 1990
Timeline
Board of Trustees Member
Yayayasan Kartika Sri Tun Ghafar Baba
01.2023 - Current
Ambassador
Famsy Sdn Bhd
11.2019 - 01.2020
Head of Talent Development
SKOWT Music Sdn. Bhd.
04.2017 - 01.2022
Brand Ambassador
We People Sdn Bhd.
01.2015 - 01.2017
Engagement Manager
Clixster Mobile Sdn Bhd
01.2014 - 01.2015
President
Drug Free Malaysia
12.2010 - Current
Marketing Manager
Master Reach Network Institute
08.2010 - 12.2010
Senior Sales Officer
Ambank (M) Sdn Bhd.
08.2007 - 03.2010
Senior Supervisor
San Francisco Coffee Sdn Bhd.
09.2001 - 07.2007
Sales Executive
JAG Advertising Sdn Bhd.
12.1999 - 03.2000
Data Entry Clerk
Bristoll Myers Squib Sdn Bhd.
01.1997 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
SMK LASALLE
01.1990 - 01.1995
Primary School -
Methodist Boys School
01.1985 - 11.1990
Certificate - Community Counselling
Government of Selangor
Certificate - International English Language Testing System
British Council
Certificate - Ngo Sustainability Development Program
Hong Leong Foundation/Tandemic
Certificate - Social Business Accelerator Program
Malaysia Global Creative Centre
Certificate - Fine Art
Institute Art & Design
PHD – Honorary Doctorate of Philosophy - Social Work
Royal British University of India
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