Hi, I’m Ben Ibrahim. I’m a communications consultant, academic lecturer, TV presenter, and event MC with more than 15 years of on-screen and live-event experience. I help organizations craft clear messages, train leaders in impactful public speaking, and bring events to life through engaging content, media work, and storytelling. I’ve built a career bridging corporate communications, education, and media, delivering practical, results-driven outcomes across TV, digital, and live platforms. My journey spans multinational corporate communications, Olympic- and sports-related programs, and higher-education teaching. I’m passionate about mentoring, creative storytelling, and building collaborative teams that communicate with confidence and purpose.…

Ben Ibrahim

Hi, I’m Ben Ibrahim. I’m a communications consultant, academic lecturer, TV presenter, and event MC with more than 15 years of on-screen and live-event experience. I help organizations craft clear messages, train leaders in impactful public speaking, and bring events to life through engaging content, media work, and storytelling. I’ve built a career bridging corporate communications, education, and media, delivering practical, results-driven outcomes across TV, digital, and live platforms. My journey spans multinational corporate communications, Olympic- and sports-related programs, and higher-education teaching. I’m passionate about mentoring, creative storytelling, and building collaborative teams that communicate with confidence and purpose.…

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Hi, I’m Ben Ibrahim. I’m a communications consultant, academic lecturer, TV presenter, and event MC with more than 15 years of on-screen and live-event experience. I help organizations craft clear messages, train leaders in impactful public speaking, and bring events to life through engaging content, media work, and storytelling. I’ve built a career bridging corporate communications, education, and media, delivering practical, results-driven outcomes across TV, digital, and live platforms.

My journey spans multinational corporate communications, Olympic- and sports-related programs, and higher-education teaching. I’m passionate about mentoring, creative storytelling, and building collaborative teams that communicate with confidence and purpose.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
Malay
Fluent
Indonesian
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior English Premier League Presenter (Asia-Pacific) at Fox Sports Asia
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Hosted and provided on-air commentary for English Premier League broadcasts across the Asia-Pacific region, acting as a lead presenter and key on-site host for football events.
High-Performance Manager at Ministry of Youth and Sports, Malaysia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Led the Podium program, developed the 'Winning Mentality' mental toughness modules, and drove changes in talent pathways and coaching education within national sport development.
Head of Communications at Global Rapid Rugby and Rowing Australia
January 1, 2018 - Present
Oversee communications for GRR and Rowing Australia, shaping public relations, media strategy, and stakeholder engagement; also provided mentoring and coaching in communications.
Academic Lecturer (Part-Time) at Taylor’s University Malaysia
January 1, 2018 - March 31, 2024
Managed, designed and delivered subject content; marked exams and assessments; administered data in the SAP system. Taught modules including Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Mindfulness, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, and Goal Setting.
Academic Lecturer (On-Line Sports Media) at GBSB Global Business School, Malta
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Lectured on Event Management, Finance, Revenue Generation, Media Relations, Journalism, Writing, Television, Radio Broadcast, Public Relations, Crisis Management, High-Performance Funding, Marketing, Digital Communications and Sponsorship.
English, HRM and Media Lecturer at Brickfields Asia College (Reliance College)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Delivered modules in Media: Event Management, Media Relations, Journalism, Writing, Television, Radio, Public Relations, Crisis Management, Communications, Marketing, and Digital Media.
Lecturer (HRM & Marketing – Communications) at Inti International University (Curtin University and University of Wollongong Programs)
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2012
Modules included Event Management, Public Relations, Broadcast Television, Radio, Media Relations, Journalism, English Writing, Communications, Marketing (Branding), Research and Insights, Retail Marketing, and Sales and Revenue generation.
Marketing and Communications Consultant at EPSOM College In Malaysia
May 1, 2023 - February 29, 2024
Designed and executed a Sales and Marketing plan; achieved first-year sales and admissions targets. Recruited >100 parents within three months (sales up >80%), expanded enrolments via new programs (Mental Toughness education model) by >30%, organized UTR tournaments and camps, and enhanced staff development, marketing visibility, and content creation.
Acting Communications Manager at Rowing Australia
March 1, 2022 - February 29, 2024
Led annual communications planning; coordinated with state associations, AIS, Australian Sports Commission, Australian Olympic Committee, and Paralympic Australia to present a unified national message; chief writer for press releases, speeches, and quarterly newsletters; managed media relations and digital content across social channels; provided media training for athletes and staff; event management for awards and related PR.
Digital Communications Manager at Rowing Australia
January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023
Content creator and strategist for all RA social channels; analytics reporting to board; managed media interviews and athlete public speaking readiness; supported digital brand awareness initiatives.
Celebrity Columnist at Star Newspaper
January 1, 2010 - August 31, 2018
Wrote a monthly column on issues affecting young Malaysians; topics included vanity, divorce, financial health, autonomy, education, entrepreneurship, career development and retirement.
Account Director at Perspective Strategies Pty Ltd
January 1, 2019 - February 28, 2022
Managed Nestlé and DHL accounts; led KPI achievement, including Maggi campaign coverage in major press without paid ads; built strategic alliances with media and partners to drive client outcomes.
Communications Manager at Ministry of Youth and Sports, Malaysia
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018
Head of communications for OPERATION PODIUM; stakeholder management across education, health and finance ministries; lead writer and publicist for PODIUM; managed 20+ media platforms; delivered media training for PODIUM athletes (Tokyo 2020) and communications for Olympic medallists.
Regional TV Presenter and News Reporter at Fox News (Singapore)
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Live TV presenting; interviewing C-level executives; lead presenter for Fox Sports; produced content for daily bulletins; created on-air scripts.
Senior TV Anchor, Host and Producer at Astro Awani (AA)
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2013
Pioneered AA’s English and business TV show, Entrepreneurs; hosted weekly programs; produced content, selected guests, wrote questions and coordinated production.
TV Presenter, Host and Assistant Producer at NTV7 – Media Prima
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Hosted The Breakfast Show; conducted interviews with VIPs; produced Know Your Rights segment; client liaison.
Corporate Communications and Regulatory Affairs Manager at British American Tobacco
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2007
Led regulatory affairs with national framework development; government and stakeholder engagement; managed anti-illicit trade campaigns; internal communications and media relations.
TV Commentator at World University Games (The Olympic Channel)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Commentator for World University Games broadcasts.
TV Commentator at Astro Arena
January 1, 2016 - Present
Regular on-air commentator for sports programming.
TV Commentator at FIBA, The Olympic Channel
January 1, 2016 - Present
Broadcast commentary for FIBA events.
TV Commentator at SINA TV, China
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Commentator for SINA TV assignments.
TV Anchor at RTM (2016 Olympic Games)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Anchored coverage for 2016 Olympic Games.
Television Commercial Talent at Ambank, KFC, Wonda Coffee, Maxis
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2019
Appeared in multiple commercials and brand campaigns.
Documentary Presenter at The History Channel
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Documentary presentation work.
Documentary Presenter at National Geographic
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Documentary presentation work.
TV Host at Petronas Documentary (NTV7)
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Hosted Petronas documentary segments.
TV Anchor at Astro Super Sports
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Anchored coverage for the 2008 Olympic Games.
TV Anchor at NTV7
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007
Anchored Rugby World Cup coverage (Scrum Time).
Television Talent at Ambrose (Industry campaigns)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Television talent for various campaigns.

Education

Master of Human Resource Management at Monash University, Australia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
Master of Human Resource Management at Monash University
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Bachelor of Applied Science (Hospitality Management) at Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University (R.M.I.T.)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999
Certified Mental Toughness Facilitator at The Mental Toughness Research Institute, USA
January 1, 2020 - March 18, 2026

Qualifications

Certified Mental Toughness Facilitator
January 1, 2020 - March 18, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality

Skills

Experience Level