Daryl Chan
Manager · AIA Berhad
Hi, I’m Daryl Chan, Founder & CEO of Journey Inspired PLT — a Malaysia-based travel curation company specializing in Medical & Wellness Tourism, Education Mobility, and Property Exploration. With over 12 years of experience in Project & Portfolio Management, I’ve led strategic initiatives across industries including Insurance, Banking & Finance, Genting, and Hospitality. These roles have strengthened my leadership, planning, communication, and execution capabilities — equipping me to take on challenging positions that drive real organizational value and change. At Journey Inspired, I apply that cross-industry expertise to build human-centered, digital-first ventures that connect global travelers to high-impact experiences across health, learning, and lifestyle sectors. My work bridges corporate execution with creative strategy — aligning purpose with performance. Currently, I’m also mentoring students at INTI International University in Design Thinking, guiding them to apply creative problem-solving frameworks to real-world challenges. I’m passionate about mentoring future entrepreneurs, creatives, and professionals who want to explore the intersection of travel, innovation, and social impact. As a mentor, I support individuals looking to: - Build scalable, experience-based business models - Navigate tourism, wellness, or education innovation - Apply storytelling and design thinking to business - Align personal values with market-ready solutions If you’re ready to grow with intention — from idea to execution — I’m here to support your journey
The impact I want to make
I want to create a world where travel is not just about escape, but about evolution — a catalyst for healing, learning, and transformation. My goal is to redefine how people experience healthcare, education, and lifestyle through curated, purpose-driven journeys. Through Journey Inspired, I aim to build a trusted ecosystem that connects international travelers to meaningful experiences in Malaysia — while uplifting local communities, empowering future entrepreneurs, and embedding sustainability into every touchpoint. Whether I’m mentoring students or scaling platforms, my focus remains the same: to design businesses and systems that serve people, solve real problems, and create long-term, regenerative impact.
My Expertise
- Team Management
- Project Management
- Counselling
- Events Management
- Information Technology
Industries I'm familiar with
- Change Management
- Investment / Asset Management
- Consulting / Advisory
Languages
- Cantonese
- Bahasa Malaysia
- English