Datuk Wira Song Hoi See is the visionary Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Plaza Premium Group (PPG), the global leader in airport hospitality services which touches over 30 million passengers annually across 150 countries. After a successful career in investment banking, Mr. Song embarked on his entrepreneurial journey, and he would travel economy class. He realized that only 15% of air passengers, those flying in business or first class had access to airport lounges. To address this gap in the market, he launched Plaza Premium Lounge, the world’s first independent airport lounge, in Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur in 1998 democratizing lounge access for all travellers. Through his pioneering vision, Mr. Song revolutionized the airport hospitality experience worldwide. The company has grown to 14 diverse brands in over 600 international and domestic airports in 150 countries. PPG has won over 180 accolades, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to service excellence. Notably, the group has received the prestigious ""World's Best Independent Airport Lounge"" award at the World Airline Awards by Skytrax for nine consecutive years from 2016 to 2025. With over 28 years of experience, Mr. Song has been instrumental in transforming the global airport hospitality landscape. Plaza Premium Group is now recognized as the world's largest provider of airport hospitality services, integrating innovation and technology to deliver a 360° award-winning travel experience. This includes lounges, airport terminal hotels, dining concepts, concierge services, and a digital travel experience platform. The group employs 7,000 professionals from more than 80 nationalities, reflecting its global reach and commitment to diversity.