Karen Liew

Head of Corporate Communications

IOI Corporation

With over three decades of experience in communications and branding, Karen Liew is a seasoned professional who has led strategic initiatives across diverse sectors including advertising, education, agriculture, and property. She currently heads the corporate communications function at IOI Corporation Berhad, a leading global palm products and ingredients company, where she is responsible for shaping the group’s corporate narrative, brand positioning, and stakeholder engagement strategies.

Her expertise spans integrated marketing, strategic communications, media relations, sustainability communications, and corporate responsibility—areas critical to building trust and long-term value in today’s purpose-driven environment. At the intersection of business strategy and brand reputation, Liew brings a deep understanding of how communications can drive transformation, foster resilience, and enhance corporate credibility in a global context. She is passionate about advancing the role of communications as a strategic leadership function.