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Get to know the Father of Innovation in Creative Education through a series of speeches and articles.

To many of us, innovation means to introduce a new idea or executing a process in a different way. Being innovative is something most of us should strive for, especially if we want to differentiate ourselves from others.

We explore the aspirations of a man who pushes the boundaries of pursuing change with his passion for creativity and innovation, through this month’s read entitled: “Innovation:Enabling Transformation”.

Even the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Razak acknowledges the man’s contributions to the country – both in his dedication as well as his outstanding leadership of pioneering creativity and innovation over the last 35 years.

This man is none other than Malaysia’s own “Father of Innovation in Creative Education”, Tan Sri Dato’ Professor Dr. Lim Kok Wing.

The book features a series of his speeches along with articles and blogs reprinted from New Sunday Times, The Star, Limkokwing publications and websites. For the most part, you could call it a biography of sorts as the compilation brings you on a journey of getting to know the man behind the name – albeit through an unorthodox way.

It is truly inspiring to read his endeavours all through the years and how he has grown into the respectable figure he is now.

We could clearly see his passion for creativity and innovation as he talks of his views on the need for Malaysia and its people to instill the habit of pushing for transformation.

As for the articles, Lim shared that they are meant to convey a message – Malaysians and Malaysian companies need to adopt more creative and innovative ways to compete successfully in an increasingly globalised world.

While most of the articles inside are not directly related to Lim himself, but they do talk about how innovation could help the country move towards its goals of being on par with more developed countries.

These articles highlight subjects like the importance of education and injecting creativity into your everyday life. Whilst being proud of our culture and heritage, there is no denying the change and transformation happening in the world and that we cannot run away from looking at the bigger picture.

Nevertheless, thinking globally does not mean you should compromise your roots. As the saying goes, “Think global, act local”. After reading so much about his undertakings and choice of inspiring reads, we feel that the saying applies greatly.

In addition, his successful institution, Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, has not only brought up Malaysia’s repertoire in offering quality education but it has also garnered interests from students all over the world. Lim has always emphasised on the significance of branding, and we see that he has taken his own advice.