TEEAM reached a historic milestone when it hosted its 68th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in full virtual proceedings on Sunday, 13 December 2020 for the very first time, whereby the meeting was conducted via the Zoom Platform, garnering good response. As everyone is adapting to the “new normal” following the global outbreak of COVID-19, the Council had decided that it was in the best interest of all to have a virtual AGM allowing important matters to take place whilst ensuring safety and health precautions are strictly observed.  The TEEAM Virtual AGM 2020 had 60 attendees.

Acceptance of Minutes, Annual Report and Audited Accounts

The attendees approved the minutes of the past Annual General Meeting. TEEAM Honorary Secretary, Mr Lee Peng Sian presented the Annual Report which outlined the activities of the Association for the year 2019. This was followed by the tabling of Audited Accounts by the Honorary Treasurer, Mr Lim Sai Seong, for the year ended 31 December 2019. Both the Annual Report and the Audited Accounts were duly approved and accepted at the Annual General Meeting.

Appointment of Internal Auditor

Mr Chong Chee Siong of Wong Electrical & Teak Wood (Sel) Sdn Bhd was duly appointed to replace former Internal Auditor, the late Mr Yong Kim Yun of Translite Electric Sdn Bhd. The General Meeting observed a moment of silence as a gesture of respect to the late Mr Yong who had contributed immensely towards the growth of TEEAM by providing 33-years of voluntary services in various capacities, i.e., both as Office Bearer as well as in the Sports & Publication Committees; while also serving as an Internal Auditor. He will be dearly missed by those who know him.

The newly-appointed Internal Auditor, Mr Chong is a long-standing Member of TEEAM. He is very active and supportive towards the growth of the Association and provides voluntary services in various capacities, namely, in the Sports & Trading Committees.

Proposed Constitution Amendments

The Honorary Secretary, Mr Lee Peng Sian presented the proposed amendments to TEEAM’s Constitution. The proposed amendments were presented in three columns, namely, the first was on the present clauses of the Constitution, the second was the proposed changes, whilst the third column was regarding the reasons for the proposed amendments. TEEAM members at the General Meeting unanimously approved and accepted the presented proposed amendments.

Conclusion

As there was no notice received from members for any other business to be conducted at the 68th AGM, the President concluded the General Meeting and thanked all present. In his closing remark, TEEAM President, Mr Siew Choon Thye hoped that the E&E industry would remain resilient to withstand the negative shocks from the COVID-19 pandemic.  He wished that all members and their families are in good health and always stay safe.