Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) has officially appointed Khairul Nisa Ismail, Chief Executive Officer of Sedania As Salam Capital, as an Adjunct Fellow (Felo Adjung) at the School of Computing (SoC), for a two-year term.
The appointment recognises Khairul Nisa’s outstanding achievements and leadership in the fintech and technology sectors, underscoring her role as one of Malaysia’s foremost female leaders driving digital innovation and Islamic finance excellence.
As part of this appointment, Khairul Nisa will contribute her industry expertise to advance UUM’s academic-industry collaboration, engaging in curriculum enrichment, industry advisory, and public lecture initiatives that nurture future-ready graduates for Malaysia’s digital economy.
Expressing her gratitude for the appointment, Khairul Nisa Ismail said:
“I am deeply honoured by this recognition from Universiti Utara Malaysia. This appointment represents a meaningful opportunity to bridge academia and industry by sharing real-world insights that can inspire and empower the next generation of digital innovators. Together, we can strengthen Malaysia’s position as a regional leader in Islamic fintech and technology driven sustainable finance.”
Datuk Azrin Mohd Noor, Managing Director of Sedania Innovator Berhad, congratulated her on the appointment and highlighted its significance for the Group:
“This recognition reflects not only Khairul Nisa’s individual excellence, but also Sedania’s broader commitment to nurturing purpose-driven innovation. Her role at UUM exemplifies how corporate and academic partnerships can accelerate talent development, particularly in ethical technology and Islamic digital finance.”
Meanwhile, Professor Dr. Osman Ghazali, Assistant Vice-Chancellor UUM CAS & Dean School of Computing, Universiti Utara Malaysia welcomed the collaboration:
“We are pleased to have Puan Khairul Nisa join us as an Adjunct Fellow. Her experience leading digital transformation in the fintech industry will add significant value to our academic ecosystem. This partnership aligns with UUM’s mission to cultivate impactful industry collaborations that translate knowledge into meaningful societal contributions.”
The two-year appointment reflects UUM’s commitment to strengthening its academia-industry nexus, while reinforcing Sedania’s role as a purpose-driven technology group advancing sustainable, Shariah-compliant solutions that benefit both business and society.