Jimmy Yap
About Jimmy Yap
Jimmy Yap is a professional in commercial sales and distribution, currently working at AirAsia since 2020. He has extensive experience in various roles within the telecommunications and aviation sectors, including positions at Maxis, Astro, and Global Invacom Ltd.
Work at AirAsia
Jimmy Yap has been employed at AirAsia since 2020, holding the position of Commercial Sales and Distribution. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and distribution channels to enhance the airline's commercial performance. Prior to this position, he served as Regional Sales Manager for China, Macau, and Hong Kong from 2017 to 2019, where he focused on expanding AirAsia's market presence in these regions.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining AirAsia, Jimmy Yap held various positions in sales management across different companies. He worked at Astro as Head of Enterprise Sales for 10 months in 2019 and as Assistant Vice President, Head of Hospitality, Enterprise Sales from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, he served as Regional Sales Manager at Global Invacom Ltd for one year from 2016 to 2017, and as Sales Manager at Asia Satellite Telecommunication Co. Ltd for five months in 2011.
Educational Background
Jimmy Yap earned a Master’s degree in Satellite Communication Engineering from the University of Surrey in the UK, completing his studies from 2003 to 2004. He also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Northumbria, which he completed via Stamford College Malaysia between 1999 and 2001.
Career Progression in Telecommunications
Jimmy Yap's career in telecommunications began with roles that included Sales and Application Engineer at TechSource Systems Sdn. Bhd. from 2001 to 2003, and Senior Engineer - Sales and Applications at Tekmark Sdn Bhd from 2004 to 2006. He later transitioned to Maxis, where he worked as VSAT/Satellite Product Manager from 2006 to 2010 and as Senior Account Manager from 2010 to 2011.