Galvin Lee Kuan Sian

IMA 2026 Innovator of the Year

ABOUT

Inv. Galvin Lee Kuan Sian is a multidisciplinary academic, educator, and entrepreneur with a proven track record of excellence in business, education, and innovation. Holding First Class Honours in Finance & Economics from the University of the West of England and Taylor’s University, along with an MBA in Marketing from the University of Bedfordshire, he brings a unique blend of analytical rigour and strategic creativity. His academic foundation is further complemented by professional designations such as the Financial Modelling and Valuation Analyst (FMVA), Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC), and Certified Technical Analyst (CTA).

Currently, Galvin is pursuing his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at Universiti Malaya (Asia-Europe Institute), where his research explores marketing and consumer behaviour in Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region. His scholarly contributions span peer-reviewed journals, international conferences, and thought-provoking opinion pieces on global trade, digital transformation, and the evolving consumer landscape.

Galvin is a member of leading global institutions including the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Institute of Marketing Malaysia (IMM), Academy of Marketing Science (AMS), and British Academy of Management (BAM). Recognised as a Certified Educator with Google, Gemini, Wayground, ClassPoint, and a Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Expert, he actively bridges cutting-edge digital tools with pedagogy.

In his role as a lecturer of marketing and economics, Galvin is widely recognised as the spearhead of business and management education with a strong focus on AI-powered, experiential, and gamified learning. His teaching innovations have earned him more than a dozen GOLD Awards at national and international platforms, cementing his reputation as a trailblazer in higher education. He has also been invited by various international innovation competitions to serve as a judge, recognising his expertise in business education, creativity, and transformative teaching innovation. Beyond his institutional role, he is the founder of Galvin Lee Innovation Lab, an innovation platform dedicated to developing original AI-driven educational tools, immersive learning experiences, and transformative digital solutions for teaching and learning. He also holds the title of registered Inventor (Inv.), conferred by the International Federation of Inventors’ Associations (IFIA), Switzerland, underscoring his recognised contributions as an inventor in the field of educational innovation. In 2025, he was recognised as the “Lecturer of the Year” and “Innovative Educator of the Year” at the Global Education Awards 2025 for his work in educational technology.

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