Dato’ Azra Kamarudin (“Dato’ Azra”) is a practising Advocate & Solicitor with over 25 years of experience in corporate and commercial law. He was called to the Malaysian Bar in 1997 and is currently practising at Messrs. Azra & Associates, where he advises clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, legal risk, and commercial transactions across diverse sectors. He is a member of the Malaysian Bar.
He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), conferred in 1996, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Putra Business School, obtained in 2001. His interdisciplinary background in law and business enables him to offer well-rounded insights into complex corporate and regulatory environments.
In addition to his legal practice, Dato’ Azra is actively involved in governance and leadership roles across various organizations. He currently serves as Chairman of the Board at UKM Specialist Centre and UKM Medicare, and sits on the boards of UKM Holdings and UKM Digital, contributing to strategic development in healthcare, education, and digital transformation.
He is also a former Director of Golsta Synergy Berhad, a company listed on Bursa Malaysia, as well as a former Director of UM Specialist Centre, underscoring his experience in both public-listed and healthcare institutions.
In the non-profit space, he served as a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Breast Cancer Foundation, where he supports advocacy, community engagement, and access to care initiatives. With his extensive experience in law, corporate governance, healthcare, and social impact, Dato’ Azra brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic perspective to the Board.