British-Malaysian impact investor and philanthropist with over 25 years' experience across finance, culture, film and social impact, shaped by an international career spanning the UK, Malaysia, France, the UAE and the US. A frequent speaker in the City and mentor to accelerators, VC/PE funds and founders, he champions responsible investment that delivers real-world change.
He serves on several charitable and cultural boards advising on finance, fundraising, strategy, governance, and social impact reflecting his commitment to arts, heritage, and community. JR is the founder of the UK Malaysian Film Festival and works to amplify cross-cultural narratives through film and the arts. Alongside this, he is also an executive producer and investor, backing films featured on major stages including The Cannes Film Festival. With experience in casting, publicity, and executive production in both Hollywood and the UK, he merges creative insight with financial strategy.