KUALA LUMPUR – January 5, 2026 – Nawawi Tie is pleased to announce that Daniel Ma has succeeded Eddy Wong as Managing Director, effective January 1, 2026. Bringing with him over 28 years of experience in the property and real estate industry, Daniel will oversee the company’s next phase of growth. His extensive expertise and proven leadership will be instrumental in driving Nawawi Tie’s continued success and further strengthening its position in the market.
Daniel joined the company in 2012 as an Associate Director and Head of Valuation. Over the years, he has led the department to tremendous growth and success through corporate and bank mortgage valuations, establishing it as a trusted name in the industry. He has also undertaken various major corporate transactions and IPO listings for clients across Bursa Malaysia, the Securities Commission Malaysia, and exchanges in Hong Kong and Singapore.
In his new role as Managing Director, Daniel will provide strategic leadership and a shared vision across the firm’s headquarters, while continuing to oversee the Johor and Penang offices and spearheading the expansion of Nawawi Tie’s footprint across Malaysia.
Eddy Wong, Managing Director from 2012 to 2025, will transition to the role of Executive Advisor. During his tenure, the firm strengthened its market coverage with the establishment of new offices in Penang (2021) and Johor (2024). In his new capacity, Eddy will focus on strategic advisory work, bringing his wealth of experience to key initiatives and the ongoing development of the firm. He will also continue to lead the residential agency team.
“Our succession plan has been in place for several years, with a younger leadership team, led by Daniel, playing a pivotal role in the firm’s recent growth,” said Eddy. “I have no doubt that Daniel will take the firm to new heights with his depth of expertise, bold leadership style, and far-sighted vision. I am honoured to remain closely involved in an advisory capacity and to support the firm’s continued success.”
“I am grateful for the trust the management has placed in me to lead Nawawi Tie into its next chapter,” added Daniel. “As the property market evolves and client expectations continue to rise, our focus remains unchanged—grounded in experience and sound judgement, strong client relationships, and providing insights to a data-driven market. We will continue to deliver tailored solutions while upholding the professionalism and integrity the firm is known for.”
Under Daniel’s leadership, Nawawi Tie will prioritise diversifying its client base, expanding into more regional offices, including East Malaysia, and advancing sustainability initiatives to meet evolving industry demands.