Building local food networks

MyFood Conference is a pivotal event focused on strengthening local sourcing and building a more resilient food supply system.

The conference will be from 24th to 25th April 2025 and will have two days of educational content, insightful panel sessions and quality networking opportunities.

MY Food is fully supported by Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security, and is working in collaboration with Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (FAMA). The Conference will focus on the critical role of local sourcing and how it can impact the nation’s food security and economic growth.

We have a dynamic line of speakers including: –

Date : 24 – 25 April

Time: 9.30am – 4.00pm

Venue: Hall 4 Conference space

Fee: (1) 2 days – RM 600
              (2) Daily – RM 350/day

Click on the link below to register

To find out more email us at conference@intlcbs.com

Alejandro Baranda

Senior Manager
SEA

Amierah Amer

Team Leader
Marine Footprint,
WWF-Malaysia

Anna Lees

Sustainability &
Hospitality Consultant

Captain Zakaria Kamantasha

Founder
Sri Lovely Rice Farm

Ernest Lee

CEO of  The Earnest Co. 
& GM for Land Travel
Services Sdn Bhd

Fabio Brambilla

Culinary Director
Mandarin Oriental Hotel

Florence Sanjan

Deputy Director
General (Development) at
Malaysia Pepper Board

Hock Aun Khoo

Director
Green Renewable
Organic World (GROW)
Centre Sdn Bhd

Indra Balaratnam

Consultant Dietitian
and Founder
Indra Balaratnam Nutrition

John Burke

General Manager
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Joyce Wong

Nutrition Coach

Kim Kah Hwi

Professor at Physiology, Medical
University of Malaya

Pamela Lee

Director of Operations
Traders Hotel

Timothy Talbot

Head of Sales & Marketing 
BoomGrow Farms

Ybhg. Dato Prof Dr Ahmad Farhan bin Mohd Sadullah

Vice Chancellor
Universiti Putra Malaysia

Ernest Lee

Ernest is at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, leading The Earnest Co. in pioneering innovative solutions that enhance food security and profitability. With a focus on AI-powered farming, regenerative agriculture, and export-ready produce, he is driving industry transformation while supporting farmers through education and consultancy.

In the travel sector, Ernest plays a key role as General Manager of Land Travel Services Sdn Bhd, where he oversees customized travel experiences, agro-tourism, medical tourism, and ESG-focused travel initiatives. His leadership ensures that sustainability and responsible business practices remain central to the company’s offerings.

With expertise in both agriculture and tourism, Ernest Lee is committed to fostering impactful business ecosystems that create long-term value for communities, industries, and stakeholders.

Indra Balaratnam

Indra Balaratnam, Consultant Dietitian and Founder of Indra Balaratnam Nutrition, has 28 years of experience in foods, nutrition, and dietetics. She runs a private dietetic practice, offering one-on-one counseling (in-person & online), community workshops, nutrition-focused recipe development, and food service consultancy.

Her expertise includes healthy eating, active aging, and managing diet-related chronic illnesses. She frequently appears in corporate media campaigns, professional conferences, wellness programs, webinars, and TV/radio shows. She also contributes educational articles to The New Straits Times, The Vibes, and Free Malaysia Today.

Indra co-authored “Healthy Eating – Recipes for the Asian Palate” and “Healthy Family Meals” and partners with multinational brands like Nestlé, Quaker Oats, Yakult, Dutch Lady, HSBC, MAS Airlines, and AIA Vitality for health-centered campaigns.

She is a Past President of the Malaysian Dietitians’ Association (MDA), an International Member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (USA), and a committee member of Lung Cancer Network Malaysia.

Her awards include;

– MDA Honorary Fellowship Award (2022)

– Marie Claire Women of Style & Substance Award (2012)

– Malaysian Women’s Weekly Great Women of Our Time Award (2012).