Case
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Abstract
This case is based on a real family business in the property development industry located in Ipoh, Malaysia. 1 Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021, the company was officially established by Adrian together with the help of his two younger brothers in 1991. Adrian started the property development business because he was determined to provide his family with a better life. Despite his company’s initial success, a wrong decision brought the business to the verge of bankruptcy in 2016. Adrian brought in his son, Marco, to work alongside him to save the company. Although they succeeded, rising tensions and issues between Marco and his uncle emerged, but were eased by improved family communication that also improved the working environment. With two generations already working at the company, Adrian wants all three of his children to join the business and must decide how to navigate that move. The case provides students an avenue to look into the continuation of a generational family business in Malaysia and issues around family dynamics, communication, and conflict resolution.
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Resources
Exhibit 1. Kinta Saujana’s Accomplished and Ongoing Projects
MH Tower Hotel
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
Tasik Saujana
Source: Company information. Used with permission
Chateau de Ipoh
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
Bukit Chandan Saujana
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
Exhibit 2. Kinta Saujana’s Founding Years
Source: Company archival photos. Used with permission.
Exhibit 3. Ipoh SOHO, Hotel and Student Hostel Built by Kinta Saujana
Ipoh SOHO
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
MH Sentral Hotel
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
MH Unilodge
Source: Company information. Used with permission.
This case was prepared for inclusion in Sage Business Cases primarily as a basis for classroom discussion or self-study, and is not meant to illustrate either effective or ineffective management styles. Nothing herein shall be deemed to be an endorsement of any kind. This case is for scholarly, educational, or personal use only within your university, and cannot be forwarded outside the university or used for other commercial purposes.
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