Amelia Roziman, Chief Executive Officer of Business Events Sarawak (BESarawak), has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Asian and the only Malaysian appointed as a Trustee of The Iceberg, a leading global authority dedicated to championing the legacy impact of business and professional events. Her appointment not only strengthens Asia’s representation in the global conversation on legacy-driven business events but also reinforces the region’s growing influence in shaping sustainable impacts for communities, economies, and the environment. This honour follows closely after Amelia received The Iceberg Excellence Award on 2 October 2025, further cementing her as one of the most influential voices in the international business events arena.
In expressing her gratitude, Amelia described the role as both a personal achievement and a collective milestone for Asia’s business events community. She emphasised that The Iceberg’s mission aligns seamlessly with Sarawak’s long-term vision and her own dedication to creating meaningful, measurable legacies through business events. With nearly two decades of leadership experience, she has consistently advocated for the transformative potential of business events, highlighting their ability to generate real social, economic, and environmental impact. Amelia noted that she intends to continue championing Asia’s growth by drawing from Sarawak’s success and the values cultivated within its business events ecosystem.
Founder of The Iceberg, James Latham, praised Amelia’s appointment, describing her as an exceptional addition to the Board. He underscored that The Iceberg is built upon inclusivity and global representation—qualities Amelia embodies through her leadership in advancing legacy-driven business events. Latham also noted her strong government-backed efforts in elevating the industry beyond its traditional role as a visitor economy driver, positioning her contributions as invaluable not only to Sarawak and Malaysia but to the global community.
Amelia’s influence in the industry is well-established. Since 2006, she has played a pivotal role in shaping Malaysia’s business events landscape, leading Sarawak to win 29 destination marketing awards and earning 10 professional accolades. Among her most notable achievements is becoming the first Asian woman inducted into the prestigious Events Industry Council (EIC) Hall of Leaders in 2023. As she steps into her new role, she joins a distinguished Board of Trustees—including Caroline MacKenzie, James Latham, Martin Sirk, Sarah Fleming, Ben Hainsworth, Geneviève Leclerc, Oscar Cerezales, and Gregg Talley—who collectively guide The Iceberg’s development as a charitable trust and oversee its governance and strategic direction.
Amelia’s appointment marks a significant moment for Asia’s business events community, underscoring the region’s growing leadership on the global stage and reaffirming Sarawak’s position as a progressive, legacy-driven destination.