Shahrul (centre) with his Northern Region team
By V. Sivaji
After having served as the Tourism Malaysia’s Northern Region Director for more than three years, Shahrul Aman Sabir Ahmad will now take up his new posting in Putrajaya as the Deputy Director in Domestic Promotion & Events Division.
He has been a familiar figure at tourism events in Penang, Alor Star, Ipoh and also Langkawi during his tenure here.
“Working in the Northern Region was a very interesting experience. Although it was a very busy time with so many things going on all the time, I really had a lot of fun.
“During the course of my work, I have met so many interesting people from all walks of life and backgrounds.
“They were from high ranking people like royalties to an everyday person, everyone has something interesting to share.
“That’s what makes it very special”, said Shahrul to Penang Hyperlocal when met recently.
He also added that he will treasure these fond moments and memories as they are an important episode in his life.
Talking about his up-coming role in the headquarters, Shahrul shared that his new role would still focus on domestic promotions. But it will be focused in the Central Region (Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya, Selangor and Negeri Sembilan).
“The role requires me to liaise with our Central Region office and all the players and products on their promotional needs.
“It will also require working closely with many national level tourism associations”, he says.
His new chapter in his career will start from January 6, 2025.
Meanwhile, in his spare time, Shahrul enjoys reading fiction books and travelling too.
“I am also a history buff and enjoy exploring historical and heritage destinations”, he adds.
We at Penang Hyperlocal congratulate Shahrul on his new posting and wish him the very best in all his undertakings.