Meet Our Team
Over the years, GK Aqua has evolved into enthusiastic teams of talented people where our team have what it takes to be a leader in aquaculture biotechnology.
"I Will Nurture Leadership Growth to Always Challenge the Norm"
CEO & Founder
Giva Kuppusamy
CEO/Founder
Giva Kuppusamy
Degree in Biotechnology and an Msc in aquaculture from University of St Andrews. He has 15 years of experience in biotech research and business development focusing on biotechnology and animal nutrition.
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Chief Operating Officer
Nick
With a Degree in Chem Eng of University Malaya, he has been involved in the oil and gas business for the last 15 years. Nic is currently involved in business operation and strategic development of the company.
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Chief Corporate Officer
Steven Lee
Steven holds an MBA degree from Heriot -Watt University. He has 15 years of experience in corporate legal. Currently, Steven is involved in aquaculture business development and marketing.
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Chief Financal Officer
Shazaril Adri
Adri holds a bachelor degree in accounting from UNSW Australia and has successfully completed the CPA Australia Programme. With 25 years of work experience in both private and government-related entities,
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Senior HR Manager
Sivan
Sivan holds a B(Sc) Hons Human Interaction and Information Systems, University of Greenwich (UK). 20 years involvement in People Experience & Workforce Transformation spectrum within multiple SME’s, MNC and other conglomerates both locally and abroad.
Group Finance Manager
Ramesh
Ramesh holds a ACCA from London. Completed Masters in Business Administration at UKM. 18 years experience in Management Account & Business Administration
Payroll Manager
Umawathy
Experienced in management of aquaculture administrative​ duties. Uma is currently involved in payroll management.
Senior R&D Manager
Dr. Janaranjani
Expert in aquatic animal nutrition and molecular aquaculture. Dr. Jana is currently involved in R&D projects as principal scientist and management of laboratory.
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Senior Operation Manager
Yap Chuen Ling
Experienced in aquaculture and developing best farming practices for both hatchery and grow-out ponds. Ling is currently involved in management of sales, farming consultation and marketing.
Hatchery Manager
Eliyarajan
Experienced in management of hatchery and nursery ponds. Rajan is currently involved in management of seeds production and sales of post-larvae.
Senior Operation Manager
Ahmad Fairuz
Graduated with Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree from Universiti Putra Malaysia. 15 years' work experience in Breeding, Agronomic, Good Agriculture Practicing and Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Expertise in research design, project management and process optimization.
Strategic Planning & Project Management Manager
Wan Nur Hazwani
Experienced in molecular biology and microbiology for identification of aquaculture diseases. Hazwani is currently involved in business strategy and project management.
Assistant Manager, Creative Team
Dinesh
Expertise in designing and photography. 6 years experience as Service & Admin, Manager. Dinesh currently involved in social media strategy and creative designing.
Assistant Manager, Broodstock
Amirul
Amirul experience in hatchery operations, water quality management, and broodstock care for Giant Freshwater Prawns. Amirul currently involved in elevating production standards at GK Aqua Sdn Bhd to new heights