Our Brand Story
At Y&G, we envision enriching lives and strengthening the harmony between people and nature. We are committed to developing sustainable environments where communities and ecosystems flourish together, creating a lasting legacy for future generations.
Our philosophy is embodied in our four brand pillars: community-centered design, holistic wellness and quality of life, sustainability and environmental stewardship, and positive impact on society and the environment.
Our passion lies in discovering what makes each space special and transforming promising areas to enhance the daily lives of our residents.
OUR ETHOS
We are dedicated to creating thoughtful developments that enhance quality of life, promote sustainable living, and foster vibrant communities.
Through innovative design and environmental stewardship, we create spaces where both residents and nature can thrive.
Our commitment extends beyond construction—we are building futures where meaningful connections flourish and sustainable lifestyles become second nature.
The Team
- LEE BOON HONG @ LEE BOON KEONG
- DATO’ SRI YAP SENG YEW
- DATIN SRI GAN LI LI
- DATO' YAP JUN JIEN
- MOHD SHAFIZAN BIN SHAHBUDIN
- TAN KAK TECK
- LEE SZED KEE
- AMY CHAN CHEN CHEN
LEE BOON HONG @ LEE BOON KEONG
Non-Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 12 May 2008 – Independent Non-Executive Chairman
- 1 June 2023– Non-Independent Non-Executive Chairman
Mr. Lee was appointed to the Board on 11 March 2005 and re-designated as an Independent Non-Executive Chairman on 12 May 2008. He was further re-designated to Non-Independent Non-Executive Chairman on 1 June 2023. He holds a BA (Hons) degree in Interior Architecture, University of Teesside (formerly known as Teesside Polytechnic), United Kingdom. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of an oil palm plantation company. Mr. Lee serves as a member of the Audit and Risk Committee, Remuneration Committee and Nomination Committee of the Company. He does not have any conflict of interest with the Company, and is not having any family relationship with any Directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
DATO’ SRI YAP SENG YEW
Managing Director
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 20 December 2004 – Executive Director
- 11 March 2005 – Managing Director
Upon the completion of his studies, he ventured into the business of property development, building construction and civil engineering industries. Over the past 30 years, he has been actively involved in the management of various developments, and hence has gathered extensive experience and expertise especially in the housing and property development sectors. Dato’ Sri Yap Seng Yew is a principal shareholder of the Company. He is the spouse of the Deputy Managing Director, Datin Sri Gan Li Li, and the father of both the Executive Director, Dato’ Yap Jun Jien, and another major shareholder, Mr. Yap Jun Wei.
DATIN SRI GAN LI LI
Deputy Managing Director
Malaysian | Female
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 20 December 2004 – Executive Director
- 11 March 2005 – Deputy Managing Director
Datin Sri was appointed as the Executive Director of the Company on 20 December 2004 and then re-designated as Deputy Managing Director on 11 March 2005. Amid her active role in assisting her husband, she has been actively involved in the operations of the Company over the years. In the process, she too has amassed vast experience in the housing and property development businesses. Datin Sri is the spouse of Dato’ Sri Yap Seng Yew and a major shareholder of the Company.
DATO’ YAP JUN JIEN
Executive Director / Key Senior Management
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 1 December 2007 – Chairman of the Company’s Remuneration Committee
Dato’ Yap was appointed as the Executive Director of the Company on 1 December 2007. He has also served as the Chairman of the Company’s Remuneration Committee since 1 December 2007. He holds a Civil Engineering degree from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom. Dato’ Yap is a major shareholder of the Company and he is the son of Dato’ Sri Yap Seng Yew and Datin Sri Gan Li Li. He is also the brother of Mr. Yap Jun Wei, a major shareholder of the Company. He does not have any conflict of interest with the Company.
MOHD SHAFIZAN BIN SHAHBUDIN
Non-Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 11 March 2005 – The Board
- 1 June 2023 – Non-Independent Non-Execution
Encik Mohd Shafizan was appointed to the Board on 11 March 2005. He was re-designated to Non-Independent Non-Execution 1 June 2023. An advocate and solicitor by profession, he graduated from University of Malaya with a LLB (Hons) degree. He is the Chairman of the Company’s Nomination Committee and also a member of both Audit and Risk Committee and Remuneration Committee. He does not have any conflict of interest with the Company, and is not having any family relationship with any Directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
TAN KAK TECK
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 3 October 2014 – Independent Non-Executive Director
Mr. Tan was appointed to the Board on 3 October 2014. A Chartered Accountant by profession, he is a member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants and a Fellow Member of Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. He is the Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee and a member of Nomination Committee of the Company. Currently, he is a partner of a Chartered Accountant firm in Kuala Lumpur. Mr. Tan does not have any conflict of interest with the Company, and is not having any family relationship with any directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
LEE SZED KEE
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Male
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 29 August 2023 – Independent Non-Executive Director
Mr. Lee was appointed to the Board on 29 August 2023. A Chartered Accountant by profession, he graduated from University of Malaya with Bachelor’s Degree of Accounting (HONS) and is a member of Malaysian Institute of Accountants. He is a member of the Company’s Audit and Risk, Remuneration and Chairman of Nomination Committees. Mr Lee does not have any conflict of interest with the Company, and is not having any family relationship with any directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
AMY CHAN CHEN CHEN
Independent Non-Executive Director
Malaysian | Female
Date of Appointment / Redesignation
- 29 August 2023 – Independent Non-Executive Director
Ms. Amy was appointed to the Board on 29 August 2023. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons) in Mass Communications, Universiti Sains Malaysia. She is a member of the Company’s Audit, Remuneration and Nomination Committees. She does not have any conflict of interest with the Company, and is not having any family relationship with any directors and/or major shareholders of the Company.
