Hui Yan is the Head of Entrepreneurship Programme at Sunway Innovation Labs at Sunway University (iLabs Foundry), known for its commitment to fostering an enterprising spirit among students and staff. Sunway iLabs plays a crucial role in bridging academia and industry, driving innovation and entrepreneurship amongst university students. Hui Yan is responsible for crafting and delivering courses like Entrepreneurship Mindset and Skills, a university compulsory module, and spearheading entrepreneurial initiatives such as Make-It Challenge and LaunchX, the university startup accelerator programme that turns ideas into fundable startups.
Beyond academia, Hui Yan champions entrepreneurial thinking among students and advises on integrating real-world projects for interdisciplinary learning. A vital part of her role includes mentoring student startups and guiding them from idea to market. Additionally, Hui Yan runs design thinking workshops for young executives in corporate companies, enhancing their innovative capabilities, entrepreneurial mindset, and leadership skills. This multifaceted approach to entrepreneurship education reflects Hui Yan’s commitment to enriching the learning experience and equipping young professionals and students with the tools to succeed in dynamic environments.