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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Business
- New Straits Times
More senior citizens find fulfilment as Grab driver-partners
MANY retirees are looking beyond traditional retirement to stay active, supplement their income and remain socially connected. For some, joining Grab as a driver-partner has emerged as a viable path. With Malaysia expected to become an ageing nation by 2030, Grab continues to recruit senior citizens, aiming to provide them with flexible work opportunities that offer both financial stability and social interaction. FLEXIBILITY AND DIGNITY For 68-year-old Yep Sai Kau, also known as Uncle Yep, retirement was not as relaxing as he had imagined. After spending over 40 years in the insurance industry, he found life at home increasingly difficult. "After six months of doing nothing, I started feeling unwell, with frequent headaches and dizziness. My son told me, 'Dad, you're not the type who can sit still.' So, I looked for something to keep myself occupied," he said. In 2017, Yep joined Grab. He appreciated that he could choose his own hours, earn a decent income, and avoid the rigid structure of a full-time office job. "With Grab, if I earn RM100 a day, that's about RM3,000 a month. I drive from 7am to 3pm, then rest. If I want to take a day off, I just do it," he explained. Now in his sixth year with Grab, he says the job has given him more than just income. "Some customers even give me biscuits or tips. I keep sweets in my car for the children. Seeing them happy makes me happy too," he added. FINANCIAL RELIEF Baharudin Wahab, 64, a former Employees Provident Fund (EPF) officer from Kedah, faced similar challenges after retiring in 2021. "The first two weeks were fine, but by the third week, I started feeling lonely. I still had two children in university. One has a scholarship, but the other relies on me," he said. He considered other roles, including lecturing, but ultimately chose Grab for its flexibility and income potential. "I didn't want to be tied down to a strict schedule after 30 years in the workforce. "With Grab, I can make around RM4,000 a month gross, which covers my children's tuition and our daily expenses. The best part is, I don't have to touch my EPF savings," he added. SUPPORTING ELDERLY DRIVERS Beyond flexibility, Grab offers a range of benefits that senior citizens can rely on. For example, they can enjoy access to GrabBenefits, which is a specially-designed benefits programme available to all Grab driver-partners, also known as Rakan Grab. Here, they can enjoy medical discounts, fuel rebates and vehicle maintenance packages that help reduce costs, among other perks. For those without a car, Grab's vehicle rental partners offer options that allow driver-partners to start driving without large upfront investments. "Even if you can't afford a car, you can still rent one. You don't have to drive long hours. Just go at your own pace," Yep said. Grab also places a strong emphasis on safety and well-being. Features such as real-time trip monitoring and emergency support help give peace of mind to older drivers and their families. Drivers can also share their live location with loved ones and access 24/7 assistance if they feel unsafe during a ride. "If I stop for too long, Grab checks in to make sure I'm okay. That's very reassuring," Yep added. Both drivers have reported an enriched experience thanks to a renewed sense of purpose and community. Yep shared a particularly moving experience: "I once picked up a disabled passenger who had to lie down during the ride. After I helped him into the car and dropped him off at the hospital, he hugged me and cried, saying I reminded him of his father. I didn't charge him. I just felt grateful I could help." For Baharudin, the job is also therapeutic. "It's not just about money. Driving keeps me active, mentally and physically. "You meet people, see the outside world, and time passes quickly. Sitting around doing nothing only invites illness," he said. OPENING DOORS FOR SENIORS As more retirees look for ways to remain independent, Grab offers a realistic solution with no age discrimination, low entry barriers and a strong support ecosystem. For instance, Grab fully subsidises onboarding costs for Grab driver-partners, which means zero cost to start driving with Grab, subject to terms and conditions. Subsidised items include PSV training and license fees, medical checkups, as well as e-hailing vehicle permit (EVP) and Puspakom fees. These come in addition to the perks previously mentioned, such as fuel rebates, vehicle rentals and maintenance packages. "Many of my friends are now driving for Grab. Even if you can't afford a car, you can still rent one. You don't have to drive fast or take long hours. Just go at your own pace," Yep said.
Korea Herald
12-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
CJ Foods Names Dr. Gregory Yep as its New Chief Executive Officer
CJ Foods is the Global Food Business Unit of South Korea Lifestyle Company CJ CheilJedang SEOUL, South Korea, May 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Foods, a global leader in Korean, Asian and American cuisine, and the food business unit of CJ CheilJedang, today announced the promotion of Dr. Gregory Yep as its new chief executive officer. Yep has more than three decades of diverse leadership in food science, nutrition, and biotechnology across numerous consumer goods and food-related multinational businesses. Dr. Yep assumes leadership at a transformative moment for CJ Foods as it accelerates its ambition to reshape the future of food worldwide. Previously, he served as executive vice president and chief technical officer of CJ Foods. Dr. Yep's appointment marks a pivotal step in CJ's evolution, bringing a combination of scientific expertise, commercial strategy and visionary leadership to the role. His deep commitment to science-driven innovation and nutritional excellence will help accelerate CJ's strategy to become a top-tier global food company. A priority growth region for CJ Foods is the U.S., where its affiliate, CJ Schwan's, manufactures and distributes products for the retail grocery and food service markets under venerable brands such as bibigo, Red Baron, Pagoda, Chef One, and Big Daddy's. As Yep oversees the CJ Foods business globally, management of the U.S. business at CJ Schwan's remains unchanged. "I am honored to lead CJ Foods into a future where nutrition, technology and taste converge to serve consumers around the world," said Dr. Yep. "Our mission is to redefine how food fuels life, delivering both cultural authenticity and cutting-edge nutrition to every table." As CEO, Dr. Yep is poised to elevate CJ Foods' role as a global standard-bearer in culinary innovation where nutrition meets culture, science drives experience, and global consumers are at the heart of every breakthrough. Since joining CJ in 2023, Yep has architected the company's global R&D strategy, launched transformative product platforms, and expanded strategic partnerships to fast-track innovation. Under his leadership, CJ has pioneered food technologies that enhance health outcomes, embrace sustainability and set new benchmarks in quality and taste. Prior to joining CJ Foods, Dr. Yep served as chief science officer at IFF and senior vice president of R&D at PepsiCo, where he led breakthroughs in flavor chemistry, metabolism and ingredient innovation. He also directed the Gatorade Sports Science Institute, a premier global center for athlete nutrition and performance research. A recognized thought leader, Dr. Yep is a recipient of the Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association Excellence in Flavor Science Award, and has served on the boards of J.M. Huber, Will Ventures, and advisory committees for Cornell University and the United States Tennis Association. Dr. Yep began his academic journey at the University of Pennsylvania and holds a master's and Ph.D. in organic chemistry from The Johns Hopkins University. About CJ Foods CJ Foods, a business unit of CJ CheilJedang, is a global food company delivering a variety of products ranging from foodstuffs and frozen/chilled foods to appetizers. As the largest food company in Korea for decades, CJ Foods is now leading the global food industry with its renowned Korean food brand " bibigo." Under bibigo, it offers delicious K-food products including Mandu (Korean-style dumpling), chicken, processed rice, Korean sauce, Kimchi, Gim (seaweed), roll, and K-street food.
Yahoo
11-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Catholic group to gather 100 clergy, including some from Florida, for gala at Trump's club
More than 100 Catholic priests, nuns and clergy are to gather at President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago club next week. The event, Catholic Prayer for America, is hosted by Catholics for Catholics. The group's president and CEO, John Yep, and board member Cameron Moore predict it will be the "largest" prayer and faith-based event to be held at the Palm Beach club that is the center of conservative politics in America. "We are going to Mar-a-Lago," said Yep. "It's significant because it is the house, the personal house, of the president of the United States. We are going to his house to pray, to pray for America." Yep said the gala is being held March 19 to mark the Feast of St. Joseph, a day of solemnity for Catholics. Inside Mar-a-Lago: Trump's private club is ground zero for a disruption-themed second term The affair will be the second such event at the Winter White House. Catholics for Catholics held a gala at Mar-a-Lago last year with actor James Caviezel, who played Jesus in the film "The Passion of the Christ." Also speaking at the 2024 event were longtime Trump confidant Roger Stone and retired Lt. general Michael Flynn. Moore, founder of the American Heroes Association, is sponsoring the more than 100 Catholic clergy attending. "A lot of high-powered, high-level meetings happen at Mar-a-Lago," said Moore, a non-Catholic Christian. "We believe this is the hub of politics in our country, outside of Washington, D.C. And praying for the president of the United States will be powerful, as well as blessing the property and praying for safety." The organization, which was founded in 2022, has been labeled "new combative faith group" by "opposition media," according to Yep's LinkedIn profile. Two years ago, Yep said, the organization rallied 5,000 people to protest the appearance of the satirical drag group The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence at a Los Angeles Dodgers' LGBTQ event at Dodger Stadium. In last year's election, Yep said the work of Catholics for Catholics and other like-minded groups proved pivotal in Trump's recapturing the White House. Exit polling from the Nov. 5 contest showed Trump trouncing Vice President Kamala Harris by 18 percentage points, 58% to 40%. Another survey showed that Trump's margins among white and Hispanic Catholics was pivotal in winning six decisive swing states. The political backdrop is a motivating factor in other ways. In addition to opposing the policies of former President Joe Biden, the second Catholic elected to the White House, Catholics for Catholics is also unhappy with Pope Francis, the 88-year-old pontiff who has been hospitalized since mid-February with a respiratory infection. Yep, who is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, said the group is "not in the business of judging people's souls," but that how faith is applied to policy and government actions matters. "There was a void in clarity about Catholic teaching as it translates into public events," he said. "We knew we had to be there to remind people what it really means to be Catholic." Speakers at this year's event include Jean Marshall, a Massachusetts resident who was sentenced last year to 24 months in prison after being found guilty by a jury of civil rights conspiracy and violations of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, according to a statement issued by the U.S. attorney in Washington, D.C. Among those also taking the podium will be Joe Thomas, who was pardoned by Trump for offenses during the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, and Bishop Joseph Strickland, who was removed from his post in Tyler, Texas, by Pope Francis in 2023 Yep said several of the clergy attending will be from Florida. "That's big for local people to know that they're faith leaders are gathering there," he said. Moore said his objective is for all who attend to return and speak about what they saw and heard at the gala, and be "rejuvenated and inspired to carry out the message of Jesus Christ" throughout the United States. "My goal is to, ultimately, have these priests go back to their congregations — some are very notable, they have podcasts or various channels they communicate with — so we can reach millions of people with message they are receiving here at during this event," he said. Antonio Fins is a politics and business editor at The Palm Beach Post, part of the USA TODAY Florida Network. You can reach him at afins@ Help support our journalism. Subscribe today. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: Why Catholics for Catholics chose Mar-a-Lago for their prayer gala
