Hello, I'm Ricky.

I'm a growth marketing strategist based in Malaysia.

About Me

I have over 20 years of experience driving both B2B and B2C marketing strategies across Asia Pacific, and the Middle East & Africa regions.

Delivering ROI and tangible business growth.

Throughout my career, I’ve led cross-functional teams, spearheaded digital transformation initiatives, and developed comprehensive marketing campaigns that have resulted in significant increases in lead generation and customer acquisition. 

I oversaw multi-regional marketing strategies, delivering higher ROIs and generating targeted marketing-qualified leads. I’m passionate about blending creativity with analytics to optimize campaign performance and build lasting client relationships.

Specializations

Marketing Strategy

Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies that drove regional brand growth and increased market share. Utilized data analytics tools like Formstack, Google Analytics and Microsoft Office for market research and performance tracking.

Project Management

Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver marketing projects on time and within budget. Skilled in using project management tools such as Quip and ClickUp.

Team Leadership

Directed and motivated diverse marketing teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Proficient in leadership tools like Teams and Zoom for communication and team coordination.

Creativity & Innovation

Spearheaded creative campaigns that resulted in increased customer engagement and brand loyalty. Utilized brainstorming techniques and innovation tools like Adobe Creative Suite.

Digital Marketing

Implemented cutting-edge digital marketing initiatives, including SEO, SEM, social media, video and email marketing. Experienced with tools like Google Ads, Meta Business Suite, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Active Campaign, Sprout Social, and Mailchimp.

Web Development

Collaborated with web development teams to enhance user experience and optimize websites for better performance. Familiar with web development tools such as WordPress, Woocommerce, HTML/CSS, Sitecore, and Adobe Dreamweaver.

Relationship Management

Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, media partners, and internal teams, using CRM platforms like Salesforce, Formstack, and Active Campaign.

Lead Generation

Developed and executed lead generation strategies that consistently exceeded targets. Utilized lead generation tools like LinkedIn, Formstack, and Zapier.

Content Creation

.Produced high-quality content, including blog posts, articles, and multimedia, that resonated with target audiences and supported marketing goals. Proficient in content creation tools like Adobe Creative Suite, and Speechelo.

I DELIVER

Education Background

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Diploma in Social Media Marketing

ALISON, Online

2012

B.Eng (Hons) in Mechanical Engineering

Cardiff University, UK

1995

Diploma in Audio Engineering

School of Audio Engineering, Malaysia

1991
2013

Diploma in Web Business & Marketing

ALISON, Online

1997

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Politeknik Ungku Omar, Malaysia

1993

Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

Politeknik Ungku Omar, Malaysia

Professional Journey

My expertise spans across lead generation, digital transformation, creative design, project management, and customer acquisition in industries ranging from medical to manufacturing.

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SENIOR REGIONAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Lincoln Electric Malaysia Sdn Bhd
Selangor, Malaysia
2020 – present
Strategy Development

Spearheaded comprehensive B2B marketing communications strategies across North & Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East & Africa regions. Developed and executed digital campaigns tailored to diverse markets, generating over 4,300 marketing- qualified leads and significantly increasing sales opportunities.

Achieved remarkable ROI growth, starting with 500% in the first year, 6,000% in the second, and culminating at 7,700% in the third year through innovative digital marketing initiatives, including paid advertising, content marketing, and SEO optimization.

Developed a Salesforce-integrated lead qualification system, enabling more efficient lead tracking and sales follow-up, which influenced USD 7.7 million in closed deals.

Established and led a shared service marketing division in Malaysia, overseeing a cross-functional team that supported marketing efforts across multiple regions, improving campaign execution and response times.

Managed all aspects of digital marketing, including the development of landing pages, social media content, and email campaigns. Controlled regional websites and ensured consistency across platforms to increase engagement and brand presence.

DIRECTOR | HEAD OF DIGITAL MARKETING
Rickman Corporation Sdn Bhd
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2006 – 2020

Directed and managed all digital marketing activities for a diverse client base, including automotive, medical, property, and engineering sectors. Led end-to-end campaign management from conceptualization through execution, covering SEO, SEM, social media marketing, video production, and email marketing.

Delivered extraordinary ROI, such as a 107,000% increase for a client in the automotive sector and a 780% ROI for a medical client, helping their niche business close 22 new cases in just nine months through a targeted digital strategy.

Fostered long-term client relationships by continuously optimizing campaigns, staying ahead of trends, and delivering personalized marketing solutions that met client needs and drove tangible results.

Managed a global team of digital experts, including designers, developers, and content creators, to execute seamless campaigns. Coordinated efforts across local, remote, and international teams, ensuring timely project delivery and outstanding results.

Played a key role in helping traditional businesses transition into the digital space, significantly expanding their online presence and driving a substantial increase in customer acquisition.

SENIOR SALES ENGINEER
Bosch Rexroth Sdn Bhd
Shah Alam, Malaysia
1998 – 2006

Played dual roles in both sales and marketing, combining customer acquisition with strategic marketing initiatives for engineering solutions in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and South America. Developed hydraulic system solutions and led marketing efforts to promote them to industrial clients.

Developed long-term relationships with key clients across the manufacturing, engineering, and technology sectors, helping to maintain continuous revenue growth. Acquired new clients while managing existing accounts, leading to an increase in annual sales.

Directed cross-functional teams of technicians and sales staff in marketing and delivering complex solutions to large clients, coordinating both on-the-ground and remote efforts to meet client specifications.

UNISTAFF (part time)
Cardiff University
Cardiff, United Kingdom
1997 – 1998

Developed, set up, and regularly updated the computer database for the international students’ distribution list, improving communication and coordination.

Managed various administrative tasks, including mail shots, data entry, and correspondence for the international office.

Played an active role in organizing the University’s Open Day, assisting with planning and logistical support.

Supervised the airport pickup and onboarding process for newly arriving international students, enhancing their initial experience.

ENGINEERING ASSISTANT
KTA Tenaga Sdn Bhd
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
1991 – 1994

Designed mechanical building services and produced technical drawings, supporting the development of large-scale engineering projects.

Managed correspondence and submissions to local authorities, ensuring compliance with regulations and project specifications.

Attended site meetings to address and resolve technical issues, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure project milestones were met.

Compiled and prepared tender documents for submission, contributing to the successful bidding on high-profile projects.

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