Jimmy Yap Awarded the 10th Malaysia Top Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2025 – Most Impactful Speaker Award

Jimmy Yap’s entrepreneurial journey began right after completing his secondary school education. Driven by a strong desire to provide a better life for his family and fueled by an unyielding determination to succeed, he quickly realized that entrepreneurship was the only path that could create the stage he aspired to stand on. Among many possible directions, he chose public speaking as his lifelong mission, firmly believing that the power of speech is not just a skill, but a transformative force that shapes influence, elevates professional image, and establishes leadership within industries.

Over the years, Jimmy has built Voice Impact Speech Academy upon a clear and compelling philosophy: “Unleash the power of speech, and empower entrepreneurs to become influential leaders.” The academy is guided by core values of excellence, high standards, and authenticity. To Jimmy, public speaking is not a standalone talent but a holistic ecosystem—one that integrates clear expression, visionary leadership, and genuine communication to drive sustainable growth for both individuals and enterprises.

As a leader, Jimmy embraces responsibility as the compass of his organization. He believes leadership is not about authority, but about clarity of vision, accountability, and inspiring others to move forward together. Within his team, he emphasizes the importance of shared goals and values, fostering unity not by force, but by moral example—“to lead with virtue, not with power.” This approach has created a culture of trust, motivation, and resilience.

The impact of Jimmy’s work reaches far beyond individual skills. Through his academy’s training programs, many companies have successfully transformed from merely “selling products” to building compelling brands that communicate clear value propositions. This shift has not only elevated their competitive edge but also contributed to raising the standards of the wider industry.

Looking ahead, Jimmy’s vision for the next three years is twofold: personally, to become Malaysia’s No. 1 public speaking coach, and institutionally, to bring Voice Impact Speech Academy onto the global stage, positioning Malaysia as a hub for world-class speaking talent.

His journey reflects how vision, leadership, and the art of communication converge into lasting influence—changing lives, reshaping businesses, and uplifting entire industries. His recognition as an award recipient further affirms his contributions and solidifies his role as a transformative force in the realm of public speaking and entrepreneurship.