Dato’ P’ng Soo Hong

Chairman, Cradle Fund

Dato’ P’ng Soo Hong assumed the position of Non-Executive Chairman at Cradle on 1 January 2024, bringing with him a dynamic leadership and distinguished track record. Presently, Dato’ P’ng holds the position of Vice President at First Solar Malaysia Sdn Bhd, where he actively shapes the company’s strategic direction and oversees critical operations such as Renewable Energy 100 (RE100), Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) and Strategic Sourcing performance. He joined First Solar in October 2008. Prior to his tenure at First Solar, Dato’ P’ng accumulated 17 years of professional experience at Intel Corporation, where he served significant roles in Operation Management, Manufacturing System/Process and Supply Chain Management development. Notably, he served as the General Manager for Intel’s largest Assembly-Test Chipset Operation in Chengdu, China, from 2004 to 2007. Following this assignment, he made a transition to Intel’s 300mm Fab in Arizona, United States. Beyond his current role, Dato’ P’ng holds various key positions that reflect his dedication to industry growth and community development. Among others, he serves as the President of the Kulim Industrial Tenants Association (KITA), Chairman of the Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association (MSIA) Sustainability Committee, and Chairman of the Kedah Industrial Skills and Management Development Centre (KISMEC). He also holds directorial positions at Malaysian Industry-Government Group for High Technology (MiGHT), American Malaysian Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) and Titijaya Land Berhad.