GRC-101FT: An Analytical Journey with Microsoft Power BI [Fastrack]

Gerald Hoong is the founder and CEO of GemRain Consulting, a Malaysia-based firm specializing in Microsoft technologies and AI solutions. With over 27 years in the IT training industry, Gerald stands out as one of Southeast Asia's most sought-after Microsoft certified trainers.

His impressive credentials include 35+ Microsoft certifications spanning Azure, Power Platform, Data Science, and AI technologies. As a certified prompt engineer, Gerald has mastered various AI platforms including ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and Claude AI.

Gerald's international reach extends across Asia Pacific and Europe, where he's conducted specialized workshops for clients in Denmark, Sweden, Czech Republic, Germany, and France. His speaking engagements at global conferences highlight his thought leadership in the industry.

Recognized for excellence with the Global Outstanding Leadership Award (Education 2.0 Conference, Dubai 2022), Gerald combines technical mastery with exceptional teaching abilities. His multilingual skills, including Japanese language proficiency and translation certification, further enhance his global training capabilities.

GemRain Consulting reflects Gerald's commitment to cutting-edge technology education, focusing on cloud platforms, data science, and AI—preparing professionals for tomorrow's technological challenges through expert-led training and consultation.

Alex Ooi is a data analytics expert with over seven years of specialized experience transforming complex business requirements into actionable technical solutions. With his unique blend of accounting background and technical expertise, Alex empowers organizations to make data-driven decisions with confidence.

As a Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate and Associate Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA), Alex combines financial acumen with technical proficiency to deliver exceptional results. His track record includes developing Python-based automation tools that significantly reduced operational time and implementing robust data infrastructures that strengthened marketing effectiveness.

Throughout his career at industry leaders like Heineken Malaysia, Coca-Cola, and EY Analytics, Alex has consistently delivered measurable results—including a proprietary profitability analysis adopted across Heineken's APAC region and automation processes that saved 60+ man-hours monthly at Coca-Cola.

Alex excels in creating sustainable data ecosystems that minimize technical debt while maximizing business value. His consultancy focuses on three key pillars: enabling clients to control their data narratives, shifting organizational perspectives, and facilitating entry into new data horizons through hands-on workshops and training.

For organizations seeking to enhance visibility, efficiency, and profitability through data, Alex delivers purpose-driven solutions that transform complex information into strategic assets for meaningful business growth.

With nearly three decades in the IT training industry, Kua Su-Ann has established herself as Malaysia's premier Microsoft Office specialist, serving an impressive client portfolio that spans banking, manufacturing, healthcare, and government sectors.

As a certified Microsoft Office Specialist with Expert-level designations in Excel and Word 365, Su-Ann delivers training that transforms ordinary users into power users. Her comprehensive mastery of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word encompasses basic to advanced functionalities, specialized in Excel Dashboard creation and Power BI analytics.

Su-Ann's exceptional reputation is built on her ability to customize training solutions for diverse audiences—from entry-level staff to C-suite executives at blue-chip organizations like HSBC, IBM, Shell Malaysia, and numerous financial institutions. Her training needs analysis (TNA) expertise ensures that each program precisely addresses client requirements, with measurable outcomes through pre and post-assessments.

Beyond technical expertise, Su-Ann brings warmth and approachability to her training sessions, making complex concepts accessible to all learners. Her career achievements include heading major training initiatives for government agencies, corporations, and leading numerous high-profile Microsoft Office implementations.

As an HRD Corp Accredited Trainer, Su-Ann continues to help organizations maximize productivity through tailored Microsoft Office training that delivers immediate workplace impact—turning everyday users into confident, efficient digital professionals.