Crafting Messages That Move People.

I turn complexity into clarity.

Across nearly two decades in financial services and technology, I have learned that information only works if it actually lands. My job is finding the core truth of a message, timing it right, and bringing it to life in a way people remember.

I don't just shape the narrative, I build the vehicle. Whether designing brand identities, building digital spaces, or producing video, staying hands-on ensures the original intent survives execution.

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Major Events & Campaigns

Tevan Manickam

Capabilities

From Strategy to Execution

Crisis & Issues Management

Guiding leadership through the moments that matter most.

Steady communication when the stakes are high

Guiding leadership teams through sensitive organizational changes, public relations challenges, and reputation management with steady, transparent communication.

Worked with

  • Danajamin Nasional Berhad
  • Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad

Digital Brand Overhauls

Turning outdated platforms into modern, findable experiences.

Rebuilding digital presence from the ground up

Directing end-to-end revamps of corporate websites, intranet platforms, and digital channels to improve usability, engagement, and search visibility.

Worked with

  • Danajamin Nasional Berhad
  • Censof Holdings
  • Century Software
  • KCOM Group

Executive Advisory & Speechwriting

Helping leaders find the words that actually land.

Giving leadership a voice people listen to

Partnering directly with country heads and executive teams to craft authentic leadership narratives, town hall presentations, and strategic updates.

Worked with

  • Danajamin Nasional Berhad
  • CACEIS Malaysia

Events & Strategic Campaigns

From concept to execution, without losing the plot.

Bringing big moments to life, on time and on brand

Planning and executing high-profile corporate signing ceremonies, industry product launches, and major regional exhibitions from concept through to logistics.

Experience

Career Timeline

2024 — Present

Head, Communications

CACEIS Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

Directing internal and external communications, aligning global corporate values with local goals, and leading employee engagement initiatives that build workplace transparency and cohesion.

2023 — 2024

Associate Director, Corporate Communications

Bank Pembangunan Malaysia Berhad

Built and executed communication strategy across all channels, managed stakeholder relationships, and led crisis communications during periods of heightened scrutiny.

2020 — 2023

Senior Manager, Communications

Danajamin Nasional Berhad

Ran cross-channel communication campaigns and advised senior leadership on crisis messaging during one of the more turbulent periods for Malaysian financial institutions.

2017 — 2020

Manager, Corporate Communications

Censof Holdings Berhad / Century Software (M) Sdn Bhd

Developed communication plans and brand identity systems that shaped how two technology companies were perceived by stakeholders and the public.

2013 — 2016

Director, Advertising & Event

Switch Strategies Sdn Bhd

Directed live event strategy end-to-end — objectives, messaging, vendor networks, and budget — for brand activations including Audi and Johnnie Walker.

2009 — 2013

Senior Executive, Strategic Communications

Malaysian Bioeconomy Development Corporation Sdn Bhd

Built communication strategies and materials supporting Malaysia's national bioeconomy agenda internationally, including the BioMalaysia Conference and the Malaysia Pavilion at the Bio International Convention (USA).

Skills

Creative & Content Development
Crisis Communication
Public & Media Relations
Strategic Planning
Branding
Event Management
Social Media
Web Development

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WordPress

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Video Editing

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Photoshop

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After Effects

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Illustrator

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Sound Editing

Education & Certification

Master of Corporate Communication

Universiti Putra Malaysia

2022 — 2025

Bachelor of Laws — LLB (Hons)

University of London (External Programme)

2001 — 2006

Online Marketing Fundamentals

Google

2016