Fabian Selva
About Fabian Selva
Fabian Selva is a Regional Business Director at Isentia, where he has worked since 2021, following previous roles as Business Director and Associate Business Director. He has a background in Information Technology and Multimedia Computing, and has received multiple awards for his contributions to branding and public relations.
Work at Isentia
Fabian Selva currently holds the position of Regional Business Director at Isentia, a role he has occupied since 2021. He oversees operations in Malaysia and Indonesia from the company's Kuala Lumpur office. Prior to this, he served as Business Director for five months in 2020 and as Associate Business Director from 2016 to 2019. In these roles, he was responsible for leading communications strategies and managing campaigns for major clients, including PETRONAS and Telekom Malaysia.
Education and Expertise
Fabian Selva has a solid educational background in Information Technology and Multimedia Computing. He obtained a Diploma in IT from the National Institute of Information Technology (NIIT) between 2001 and 2003. He furthered his studies at INTI International University College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia Computing from 2004 to 2006. His academic foundation supports his expertise in managing communications and branding projects.
Background
Fabian Selva began his career in the hospitality industry, working as an Assistant Restaurant Manager at TGI Fridays from 2004 to 2007. He transitioned to the communications sector, where he has held various positions at Isentia. His experience spans over a decade, focusing on promotions, branding, and customer relationship management across multiple industries.
Achievements
Fabian Selva has received recognition for his contributions to the industry, including the Young Achiever Awards – Global Brand Excellence in 2014 by the World Brand Congress. He played a key role in significant events such as the World Marketing Summit Malaysia 2013 and the Youth Engagement Summit 2009. Additionally, he was a jury panel member for the Malaysia Digital Association MDA d’ Awards from 2018 to 2020 and was featured in Britishpedia's Successful People in Malaysia 2021.
Major Projects and Campaigns
Throughout his career, Fabian Selva has led the conceptualization and implementation of major projects in branding and publicity. He oversaw communications strategies for high-profile clients, including the award-winning PETRONAS #tanahairku campaign, which won the PR Awards for Best Use of Content in 2016 for two consecutive years. His work has significantly impacted the branding and marketing landscape in Malaysia.