Nazir Razak: Rejected & then went on to transform CIMB

What does it take to build a Malaysian institution that can compete beyond our shores? In Overtime Episode 3, Tan Sri Nazir Razak joins Nani Roslan and Nik Nazmi for a candid conversation about ambition, leadership, failure, and the unexpected journey that took him from the son of Malaysia’s second Prime Minister to the helm of CIMB — transforming a relatively small merchant bank into one of ASEAN’s leading financial institutions. Beyond the boardroom and the balance sheets, the conversation also delves into one of the most consequential chapters in Malaysia’s recent history. Nazir was asked about his brother, former Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak, including the extent of his knowledge and what he did in relation to the 1MDB saga. From navigating the expectations that came with the Razak name to making bold corporate decisions, Nazir shares his reflections on leadership, resilience, accountability and the challenges of building institutions amid political and national pressures. In a rapidly changing world shaped by technology, AI and new economic realities, Malaysia needs leaders who dare to dream bigger and companies willing to compete bigger. Join Tan Sri Nazir Razak in a wide-ranging conversation about ambition, nation-building, corporate excellence, family, accountability and the future of Malaysia and what it really takes to build Malaysian institutions that can stand proudly on the global stage. Hosts: Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad: @NikNazmiNikAhmad Nani Roslan: @naniroslan Like, Follow, Share, Subscribe: TikTok / FB / Instagram / YouTube – @lebihmasa You can also listen to this broadcast in audio format: Spotify / Apple Podcasts – Lebih Masa Would you like your brand to collaborate with a media platform that champions a more equitable, sustainable, and united Malaysia? Let’s start the conversation at hello@lebih-masa.com Credits: EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Johan Ariff PRODUCER: Sherry M. Shariff TECHNICIAN: Shafwan Zaidon EDITING / GFX / FINAL MIX: Aben Othman SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT: Ezza Nur Azira #niknazmi #naniroslan #nazirrazak #tunabdulrazak