DSR International Academy is deeply honoured to have YBhg. Academician Emeritus Professor Datin Paduka Setia Dato’ Dr. Aini Ideris as its Honorary Advisor, bringing to the Academy an exceptional legacy of academic excellence, scientific achievement, institutional leadership and commitment to the advancement of education.

A distinguished Malaysian academician, scientist and higher education leader, Emeritus Professor Datin Paduka Setia Dato’Dr Aini Ideris as Pro-Chancellor of International Medical University (IMU University) and previously served as the 8th Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), where she became the first woman to hold the prestigious position.

Throughout her distinguished career, she has contributed significantly to higher education, research, innovation, academic development, internationalisation and institutional transformation, while her expertise and leadership have earned her recognition both nationally and internationally. She is a Fellow of the Academy of Sciences Malaysia (FASc) and the Islamic World Academy of Sciences (FIAS), among other distinguished professional and academic recognitions.

Beyond her impressive achievements, Emeritus Professor Datin Paduka Setia Dato’ Dr. Aini Ideris is recognised for her strong belief in the transformative power of education and leadership, embodied in her philosophy that “Education empowers minds, leadership transforms lives, and knowledge creates lasting impact.” This philosophy closely resonates with the vision of DSR International Academy, which seeks to bridge knowledge, professional development and industry needs by developing future-ready professionals, transformative leaders and lifelong learners.

As Honorary Advisor, she provides the Academy with invaluable academic insight, strategic perspective and leadership wisdom, strengthening DSR International Academy’s commitment to academic credibility, professional excellence, innovation and meaningful impact through education. Her association with the Academy represents not only a distinguished endorsement of its vision, but also a shared commitment to shaping leaders and professionals who are equipped to create positive and lasting impact within their organisations, industries and communities.

Adjunct Professor Dato’ Seri Haji Abdul Rani Haji Osman serves as Managing Director of DSR International Academy, where he leads the institution’s strategic vision to become the region’s trusted centre for executive education, professional certification, leadership development and industry capability building.

In this role he translates more than three decades of academic, commercial and executive experience into high-impact programmes, strategic partnerships and applied research that equip future-ready professionals, cultivate transformative leaders and strengthen organisational resilience across sectors. His leadership at DSR emphasises practical learning, industry-aligned curricula, executive coaching and scalable certification pathways to meet evolving workforce and employer needs.

He also serves as Adjunct Professor at Innovative University College, contributing to curriculum design, executive seminars and academic partnerships that bridge theory and practice. As Vice Chairman of Yayasan Pembangunan Niaga Kebangsaan he champions initiatives that promote entrepreneurship, skills development and inclusive economic participation, further extending his impact on national capacity building.

Dato’ Seri Haji Abdul Rani’s extensive career spans senior roles across public and private higher education and corporate management, including Chief Executive Officer of Olympia Education Malaysia, Director of Business Development, Partnership, Government & Industry Liaison at MAHSA University, and leadership positions at UNITAR as Head of Regional Centres and Sales & Marketing Manager. Earlier service as a Library Officer at the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) provided foundational insight into academic operations and student services.

His contributions have been recognised with national honours and industry accolades, notably the Pingat Jasa Belia (2023), selection among the Marketing in Asia Impact Circle CxOs Awards — Malaysia Winners (2023), and inclusion in Successful People in Malaysia (2023) by a British publishing house. He was named one of Malaysia’s top LinkedIn Business Networking Voices in 2024 and was recently featured by Malaysia Lens. Committed to deepening education–industry collaboration, he continues to drive strategic partnerships, capacity building and innovation that advance national development and sustainable organisational growth.

Dr Shalieza Haji Razali is an accomplished higher education strategist, corporate branding specialist and international partnership leader with extensive experience across academia, government-linked organisations and global collaborations. She holds a PhD in Management from Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) and an MBA from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).

As Chief Executive Officer of DSR International Academy, she provides strategic direction for the Academy’s growth, university partnerships, student recruitment, executive education and professional development. She builds collaborations with universities, corporations, government agencies and professional bodies to connect education with industry and career advancement.

Her international experience includes serving as International Partnerships Manager for the University of Hertfordshire through its regional office in London. She expanded academic partnerships across Asia and the Middle East and developed transnational education collaborations involving franchise programmes, articulation agreements and dual awards. Her contribution was recognised with the University of Hertfordshire Special Recognition Award in 2022.

Dr Shalieza led international business development and established institutional relationships across Mauritius, Bahrain, South Korea and Nigeria. She also directed prominent initiatives, including the World Marketing Conference featuring Professor Philip Kotler. As led of Corporate Branding and Strategic Communication, she contributed to UniKL’s recognition through the Putra Brand Awards, BrandLaureate Awards and Superbrands Malaysia, while earning the UniKL Best Performer Awards in 2018 and 2019.

As CEO, she continues to focus on programme innovation, strategic partnerships, operational excellence, and sustainable growth, with the ambition of positioning DSR International Academy as a trusted regional hub for executive education, leadership development, and professional transformation. Her leadership philosophy is grounded in collaboration, continuous learning, and purposeful innovation — connecting education with industry and developing leaders who are prepared not only to respond to change, but to lead it

Dr. Ezany Nizariff is an experienced strategic leader with a strong background in business development, marketing, institutional engagement, strategic partnerships and organisational growth across the education, corporate and professional sectors. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive experience in building high-value relationships, creating new business opportunities and translating strategic ideas into sustainable organisational outcomes.

As Chief Operating Officer of DSR International Academy, Dr. Ezany is responsible for overseeing the Academy’s operational direction, business development, strategic partnerships and market expansion. He works closely with the leadership team to translate the Academy’s vision into effective strategies, scalable business initiatives and commercially sustainable programmes.

His responsibilities encompass operational planning, business growth, corporate engagement, strategic alliances, programme development and stakeholder management. He plays an important role in establishing partnerships with universities, corporations, government agencies, professional bodies and international organisations, while identifying new opportunities to strengthen DSR International Academy’s presence in Malaysia and overseas markets.

Dr. Ezany brings a strong commercial and relationship-driven approach to his role, with a particular focus on developing opportunities across executive education, professional development, corporate training, leadership programmes and lifelong learning. His ability to connect institutions, industry leaders and professional communities supports DSR’s ambition to deliver education and training solutions that are relevant, impactful and market-driven.

As part of the Academy’s senior leadership team, Dr. Ezany contributes to organisational strategy, operational excellence and long-term business sustainability, ensuring that DSR International Academy continues to evolve in response to changing industry needs and emerging opportunities, with his combination of strategic thinking, operational leadership, business development expertise and extensive stakeholder network.

. Haji Mazlan Mahdi is an accomplished media, marketing and business leader with extensive expertise in broadcast multimedia production, digital content strategy, brand development and national-level project delivery. He has conceptualised and executed impactful initiatives across music, film, arts and digital media, covering content creation, acquisition, distribution and monetisation across multiple platforms.

As Chief Marketing Officer of DSR International Academy, Haji Mazlan leads the Academy’s marketing strategy, brand positioning, digital communications and market expansion initiatives. He plays a key role in strengthening the Academy’s visibility, developing strategic campaigns and creating commercially viable opportunities that connect education, industry and the creative economy.

His professional involvement includes contributing to broadcast and regulatory focus groups associated with the Ministry of Communications, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), the Malaysian Technical Standards Forum Berhad (MTSFB) and the National Digital Task Force. This experience has strengthened his ability to align organisational initiatives with national policies, regulatory requirements and emerging technology trends.

Throughout his career, Haji Mazlan has developed strategic technology roadmaps, acquired multimedia and television programmes, and led multidisciplinary teams in delivering high-impact projects. His strong understanding of marketing, human resource strategy and digital content commercialisation enables him to build effective operational structures that support creativity, productivity and sustainable revenue generation.

Combining strategic leadership with creative vision, Haji Mazlan is highly experienced in stakeholder engagement, talent management, arts curation, programme sourcing and multimedia commercialisation. His ability to manage complex partnerships and transform innovative ideas into measurable outcomes supports DSR International Academy’s continued brand growth, competitive positioning and market presence.

Mohamad Sahimi Ibrahim is a multidisciplinary professional, creative leader and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience in the creative arts, vocal performance, talent development, leadership and business engagement. He is recognised for his ability to build relationships, lead people, develop talent and transform ideas into practical opportunities. His extensive experience in vocal performance and coaching has developed strong capabilities in leadership, communication, mentoring, discipline, teamwork and performance management.

Sahimi began his creative journey through UniKL Voice in 2006, where he served as President and subsequently became a Vocal Practitioner and Coach from 2015. Over the years, he has led and prepared performers for university graduations, formal functions and public events, demonstrating his ability to manage people, coordinate teams and deliver under high-pressure environments.

As the Founder of TAS Production / The Avengers Solution, established in 2014, he has also developed strong entrepreneurial and business-management capabilities. His experience covers vocal training, live performances, choir, songwriting, voice recording, creative production and artist-related services.

His creative achievements include original songs such as “Melangkah” (2016) and “Nafas” (2017), as well as involvement in producing theme songs for universities and government departments. His performances have also brought him exposure through programmes including Astro and TV3, strengthening his experience in public communication and media engagement. As Director, Business Development, Sahimi brings a unique combination of creative-industry experience, entrepreneurial thinking, leadership, networking and people skills. His strength lies in connecting education, industry, talent and strategic partnerships to create new opportunities and expand DSR International Academy's reach.