Afiqah graduated from the University of Alberta in Canada where she was an Economics Major and Political Science Minor. She started her career in an international corporate bank as a Management Trainee and gradually exploring a career path within Human Resource and now, particularly recruiting. Outside work, she appreciates wellness activities such as guided meditation, Pilates, and journaling. She recently picked up polymer clay jewelry making and enjoys spending her free time making those!

Bing Horng graduated from the University of Oklahoma with a Degree in Petroleum Engineering. Before joining McKinsey, Bing Horng worked in the oil and gas industry as a reservoir engineer. Outside of work, Bing Horng likes karting, golfing and holds a black belt in Taekwondo.

Charlotte holds a Master’s degree in Energy Science from Utrecht University and a Bachelor’s degree from Imperial College London. Prior to joining McKinsey, she was working for the United Nations on country and city-level energy transition. Currently in McKinsey, Charlotte focuses on topics related to climate sustainability and energy transition. Charlotte enjoys salsa dancing and looks for every opportunity to go scuba diving. 

Cha Sheng graduated from University of Cambridge with a Masters in Chemical Engineering. Before McKinsey, he interned in the investment industry in Malaysia including private equity and asset management. Outside of work, he enjoys running and watching The Office for the 13th time.

Justin graduated from Imperial College London with a Masters in Chemical Engineering. Prior to McKinsey, Justin was a process engineer in ExxonMobil. He is passionate about topics about renewables, sustainability and energy transition. Outside of work, he plays tennis, golf and loves travelling and exploring good food spots.

Kean graduated from RMIT University, Melbourne with a degree in Multimedia Design. Prior to joining McKinsey, Kean worked as an associate creative director with an advertising agency. Kean has a multidisciplinary background and always brings this perspective to his work. Focusing on creative concept, ideas development and art direction.

Kenneth is an Erasmus Mundus scholar, graduating from KU Leuven (Belgium), University of Munster (Germany) and TalTech (Estonia) with a MSc in Public Sector Innovation and Design. He graduated from YLA's 2014 cohort and published a best-selling book as his project. Prior to joining McKinsey, he was a unit lead in the Education and Performance Delivery Unit (PADU) and a consultant at EY. Kenneth is passionate about K-12 education, Human Capital and reskilling for the Future of Work, with a minor in Muai-Thai and Terrarium making.

Kevin Ngo graduated from University of New South Wales (Petroleum Engineering) and University Putra Malaysia (MBA). He started his career in oil and gas industry (OFSE) as a field engineer. Outside of work, he enjoys the great outdoors and is looking to get back into mountain biking.

Ning Zheng graduated from University of Southampton with a Masters in Mechanical Engineering. He started his career in academia and eventually joined consulting, building experience in project management, software implementation and customer strategy. He is now a telecoms, media and technology analyst at McKinsey. Outside of work he enjoys gardening, motorsports and weight-lifting.

Shu Chern graduated from Imperial College London with a Masters in Electrical & Electronic Engineering. Prior to joining Mckinsey, Shu Chern held several roles in semiconductor IP design and investment banking. Shu Chern is an expert on digital infrastructure (e.g. 5G networks, mobile tower, fiber and data center deals) and serve global clients on Delayering and transition from Telco to TechCo. Shu Chern is passionate about YLA and has been involved in YLA since 2019. Outside of work, Shu Chern can be found playing FPS RPG titles, taking street photography or reviewing headphones.

Sue Fern graduated from Sunway University. She has been a Recruiter in the consulting industry prior to joining McKinsey, always passionate to speak with new people and exploring new topics in the industry. Outside of work, she is a big dessert lover and enjoys exploring new cafes.

Sze Lee graduated from University of Nottingham in UK with a Masters in Chemical Engineering. Prior to joining Mckinsey, she worked as an engineer with ExxonMobil. Outside of work, she enjoys diving and snowboarding and also trying out new restaurants