Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle), a key agency in Malaysia’s startup scene, operating under the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), is thrilled to announce the appointment of Norman Matthieu Vanhaecke as its new Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), starting from 23 November 2023.
Norman, who is of Malay and Belgian heritage, has been serving as the interim GCEO of Cradle since 1 June 2022. His journey with Cradle began in 2020 as the Head of Finance and Corporate Services, following a diverse career that kicked off with a role as an auditor at KPMG. Norman’s extensive resume includes significant positions in Strategy, Finance, and Management within various local and international oil and gas companies, as well as in government agencies. He is a graduate with a degree in Accounting from the University of Queensland, Australia, and holds another degree in Software Engineering from Multimedia University, Malaysia. Norman’s passion for technology and innovation, fueled by his experiences and educational background, has been a driving force in his ambition to elevate Malaysian tech companies to a globally competitive level.
Datuk Yvonne Chia, Chairman of Cradle, expressed her enthusiasm about Norman’s appointment, highlighting it as a testament to Cradle’s robust internal talent pool and effective succession planning. She noted, “Over the past 18 months, Norman has exemplified outstanding leadership as the acting GCEO, making a substantial impact on the organization. His comprehensive expertise and proven track record of success assure me that under his leadership, Cradle will continue to lead Malaysia’s startup agenda, making significant contributions to society, businesses, and the nation, in line with Malaysia MADANI’s objectives.”
Cradle extends heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and MOSTI for their continuous support since its inception. The dynamic partnership between Cradle, MOF, and MOSTI has been instrumental in cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable startup ecosystem. This collaboration is key to achieving the Government’s goal of placing Malaysia among the Top 20 Global Startup Ecosystems by 2030, boosting startup growth and making a substantial contribution to the country’s broader economic framework.
For further details on Cradle’s initiatives and its role in advancing Malaysia’s startup ecosystem, please visit www.cradle.com.my.
