Kuala Lumpur, 26 June 2025 — Nexting’s recent anniversary marked not just another year, but a defining moment of transformation.
Under the campaign theme “Generation Redesign”, the celebration spotlighted a bold organizational overhaul: the transition of leadership at the highest level, the rise of a new class of founders, and the evolution of Nexting from a vision-driven collective to a living incubator system for next-generation change-makers. It was a night that didn’t just commemorate history—it redefined the future.
Chairman Sophia Tey Passes the Torch to Mr. Chang Kon Ling
The most defining moment of the night wasn’t just a speech or ceremony—it was a ritual of redesign. Under the theme of Generation Redesign, Chairman Sophia Tey officially handed over her role to Mr. Chang Kon Ling.
This was no ordinary transition. It was a layered, symbolic act—a deliberate break from traditional succession.
At the heart of this moment were four symbolic objects Sophia passed to Mr. Chang:
1. The Art of War Book Set
“Strategic Thinking — Winning Without Fighting”
This set represents the discipline of invisible power—knowing when not to act, and how to lead without force. Strategy, timing, and foresight become the true weapons of leadership.
2. The 626 Car Plate – NEXT 626
“Originating from me. Starts with me. True to myself. Surpassing myself.”
More than a plate, it is Sophia’s founder code. A symbol of radical ownership, self-accountability, and the lifelong loop of evolving one’s own standard before leading others.
3. The “N” Pen
“Every Signature Is a Decision.”
Every signature changes something. The pen is not a tool, it is a commitment. To decide is to design. In passing the pen, Sophia passed the power to choose with clarity, and to own every consequence that follows.
4. The Monumental Symbolism
“Soar without wings
Dream with open eyes
See through the darkness
Live where no fear lies”
These are not slogans.
They are principles to lead by, build with, and grow from—etched into the backdrop as a permanent compass for the Nexting generation.
The Torch Ceremony
At the center of the stage, a single unlit flame bowl waited. Sophia stepped forward, lit the fire—not alone, but for a shared future. Mr. Chang followed, igniting his flame from hers. No words were needed. The symbolism was complete.
Behind them, the backdrop projected The Monumental Symbolism—etched not just in light, but in legacy.
This wasn’t a handover.
This was an iteration of leadership DNA.
Sophia didn’t pass down an empire; she passed forward a living system. A system designed not to be inherited, but evolved. In that moment, authority became collective, and leadership became distributed—not anchored in personality, but in principle.
The flame had not moved from one hand to another.
It had been multiplied.
Foundership in Motion: A Living System of Iteration
Central to Nexting’s evolution is its role as an Arms Incubator, a nurturing ground for emerging founders. This incubator has been instrumental in cultivating a diverse array of startups and brands, each led by visionary founders committed to innovation and impact:
Nexting’s Startups and Founders
Armstel – Patrick Loke, Ivy Teh
Jacpac – Reunn Ming, Keller Lo, Samual Ong, Ricky Ho
Only Once – Jacky Sim, Lee Theng
MUV Events – Allen Tsoi, Chloe Khok
Internex – Ben Niam
Nexting’s Brands and Founders
Vision Building – Tea Chen Wai, Anna Bong, Jason Chia
Apricity & Lifyn – Ryan Chong, Desmond Loke, Vivia Gooi, Joseph Von, Mica Hue, Joanne Gua
Wong Shook Phing TCM – Yeo Zhen Yue, Sze Ying
These founders represent different chapters within the same story. Some have been here from the start. Others are just beginning. But all are part of the same mission: to shape the way impact is created, nurtured, and scaled.
This isn’t a new generation.
It’s a deeper version of the same DNA—iterated, expanded, and set in motion.
Generation Redesign: A New Paradigm
“Generation Redesign” encapsulates Nexting’s commitment to evolving people, purpose, and possibility. It’s not merely a transition between generations but an iteration of how individuals grow, how leaders lead, and how organizations evolve.
Core Impact Pillars:
- Impact Living: Designing solutions that enhance daily life quality.
- Impact Growth: Empowering continuous learning and collaboration.
- Impact Investing: Pursuing investments that yield both financial returns and societal innovation.
This approach signifies a shift from traditional service models to talent-driven systemic innovation, emphasizing the development of mechanisms, culture, and trust systems that facilitate organizational evolution.
What Lies Ahead
As Nexting embraces this new chapter, the organization remains steadfast in its mission to serve the next generation. With a renewed focus on nurturing founders and fostering systemic growth, Nexting is poised to continue its trajectory as a catalyst for innovation and societal impact.
