Dato' KK Chua, the founder and CEO of Armani Media, is testament that following your curiosity is a key to unlock opportunities.
Despite being around for only five years, Armani Media has delivered a huge output in such a short time. Not only does the company publish magazines like Property Insight and Entrepreneur Insight, it also hosts awards like the Prestigious Developers Awards and the 100 Most Influential Young Entrepreneurs Awards, as well as educational events and seminars.
At the driving seat of the enterprise is founder and CEO, Dato’ KK Chua. In a span of a decade, he has expanded his business from a property agency into a multifaceted entity. Here, he reveals three valuable insights gleaned from his personal journey as an entrepreneur.
Examine Your Own Passion & Life Experiences
“My first business was an art studio for kids and adults. I like art and I sold the business off with a good profit. I took a small break and returned to the job market to become a property agent. As an investor myself, I struggled with getting the right information to grow my investment portfolui. That’s how I got the idea to start Property Insight as a magazine. I wanted to interview successful investors, property gurus and developers and transmit the knowledge to people like me. Similarly, as an entrepreneur, I found inspiration in the journey and created Entrepreneur Insight.”