Fatin Syamimy Liana Badaruddin

IMAN Media Group Sdn. Bhd.

Fatin Syamimy Liana Badaruddin

Fatin Syamimy Liana Badaruddin, the Group CEO of IMAN Media Group Sdn. Bhd., a 100% women-founded and led company, took charge in 2024 with the vision of building a RM100 million book publishing enterprise. IMAN began as a bookstore in 2012, specializing in Indonesian titles, and launched its publishing arm in 2014, which has been pivotal for growth. Fatin has successfully navigated challenges in scaling high-quality book production by adopting a genre-based approach, introducing new genres such as novels, comics, and children's books, which now account for 60% of revenue. In 2025, the number of new titles produced is expected to increase by 65% compared to 2024. Fatin is dedicated to making books accessible and enjoyable for all ages, fostering curiosity and connection through storytelling. IMAN is expanding its national footprint by enhancing its children and young adult selections and increasing comic production capacity by 40% annually through strategic initiatives.

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