AGI'S PROFESSIONALS
Specialist Workforce,
Highly Competent
We understand that the continuous development of human capital is the key to our success in delivering top-rate services and solutions. We effectively bring together talented multi-disciplinary teams and strive to function as an independent yet trusted partner to our clients. From our management team all the way to forensic consultants and restoration specialists, we believe in the importance of our work and ensure that everything we do displays integrity, excellence, trustworthiness and confidentiality.
Management
DR. JOHN HORSWELL
CEO / Chief Forensic Consultant
Dr. John is a highly respected international law enforcement and forensic science professional with over 46 years of experience in the fields of policing and forensic investigation. After an already illustrious international career, he has been Chief Executive Officer of Approved Group International for the last 14 years.
Dr. John has previously headed the Crime Scenes Branch of the Australian Federal Police, as well as an exchange of advice and methodology with the prestigious United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Arson Enforcement Branch and the United States Federal Emergency Management Agencies National Fire Academy.
Holding master’s degrees in Forensic Science, Public Management, and Fire Investigation, Dr. John is also a Chartered Chemist a Fellow of the RACI (FRACI C Chem) and is a trained police officer. He is also a Fellow of the International Association of Fire Investigators, which designates those members as having achieved an eminent position in their field. Only 3% of IAFI members are Fellows, with Dr. John being one of them, making him among its most prestigious members.
Dr. John has a life-long passion for solving complex cases using science and technology. As a leader, he has always been supportive of the “task force” approach to forensic investigation and has been an avid supporter of the role played by relevant professional organisations in the application of Forensic Science and Forensic Investigation.
Dr. John has previously headed the Crime Scenes Branch of the Australian Federal Police, as well as an exchange of advice and methodology with the prestigious United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), Arson Enforcement Branch and the United States Federal Emergency Management Agencies National Fire Academy.
Holding master’s degrees in Forensic Science, Public Management, and Fire Investigation, Dr. John is also a Chartered Chemist a Fellow of the RACI (FRACI C Chem) and is a trained police officer. He is also a Fellow of the International Association of Fire Investigators, which designates those members as having achieved an eminent position in their field. Only 3% of IAFI members are Fellows, with Dr. John being one of them, making him among its most prestigious members.
Dr. John has a life-long passion for solving complex cases using science and technology. As a leader, he has always been supportive of the “task force” approach to forensic investigation and has been an avid supporter of the role played by relevant professional organisations in the application of Forensic Science and Forensic Investigation.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
SUJENTHIRAN
Vice President of Engineering (Mechanical / Marine)
Sujen has always been an engineer at heart. His career started in 2009 as a hands-on engineer, after obtaining his Diploma in Engineering (Marine) from the Malaysian Maritime Academy and Class 3 Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency (CoC) from Malaysian Marine Department. After working as a marine engineer with an American-based global energy logistics solutions provider, he worked his way up to being a Managerial Engineer with the knowledge of heavy machinery commissioning, ship commissioning, oil and gas and advanced ship machinery. During this period he has obtained his Class 2 Marine Engineering CoC in 2012.
While working as the Chief Engineer for high-end Malaysian holiday retreat expansion projects, Sujen earned his Master’s Degree in Project Management, which he now puts to great use with his team at AGI. Proficient in three languages, including English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Tamil, his experience as a senior engineer with knowledge of engineering standards and procedures allows him to be a great leader.
Mentoring the younger generation of engineers and introducing them to new technologies, methods, and procedures is one of Sujen’s favourite things to do and given his vast knowledge, we are happy to have him on board.
While working as the Chief Engineer for high-end Malaysian holiday retreat expansion projects, Sujen earned his Master’s Degree in Project Management, which he now puts to great use with his team at AGI. Proficient in three languages, including English, Bahasa Malaysia, and Tamil, his experience as a senior engineer with knowledge of engineering standards and procedures allows him to be a great leader.
Mentoring the younger generation of engineers and introducing them to new technologies, methods, and procedures is one of Sujen’s favourite things to do and given his vast knowledge, we are happy to have him on board.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
AZIM JAMAL
Vice President of Damage Assessment & Restoration
Azim is the Senior Restoration Engineer and a Vice President at AGI. His background in electronic engineering, coupled with his excellent skills in technical analysis, decontamination, restoration, and loss mitigation methods have given Azim a unique perspective on crisis management. He will oversee the Damage Assessment, Disaster Restoration, and Infrared Thermography departments at AGI.
As a graduate of Engineering in Electronic Engineering and certifications from IICRC, Azim is well versed in the latest technologies and techniques in disaster restoration, and enjoys sharing his knowledge with his team. At AGI, Azim's work includes supervising field teams to assess damage after natural or manmade disasters, developing strategies for restoring properties to their pre-loss condition, overseeing the decontamination process for affected areas or equipment contaminated by smoke or fire, and assisting clients with risk management plans related to potential damages from future events. Azim's dedication, hard work and drive have allowed him to advance quickly through the ranks at AGI and he is now well known in the international industry for his strong leadership skills and ability to empower teams.
As a graduate of Engineering in Electronic Engineering and certifications from IICRC, Azim is well versed in the latest technologies and techniques in disaster restoration, and enjoys sharing his knowledge with his team. At AGI, Azim's work includes supervising field teams to assess damage after natural or manmade disasters, developing strategies for restoring properties to their pre-loss condition, overseeing the decontamination process for affected areas or equipment contaminated by smoke or fire, and assisting clients with risk management plans related to potential damages from future events. Azim's dedication, hard work and drive have allowed him to advance quickly through the ranks at AGI and he is now well known in the international industry for his strong leadership skills and ability to empower teams.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
SURENDRAN RADHAKRISHNAN
Vice President of Engineering (Electrical / Electronics)
Surendran is a dedicated and self-motivated individual, who has an in-depth knowledge of electrical industries. Surendran is a graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering, who went on to be a highly valued commissioning engineer in Oman and Saudi Arabia.
Now with our team in Malaysia, Surendran is one of our electrical forensic engineers who affords us more than 10 years of experience in the electrical industry. He's done everything from project execution to installation, testing, and commissioning of high voltage (HV), Medium Voltage (MV), and Low Voltage (LV) substations and power generation stations. His range of skills is clearly very versatile, which makes him an extremely valuable asset to our team.
A lifelong learner, Surendran is currently (remotely) undertaking his Master of Embedded Systems. We are certain that on top of his current set of skills, his growing knowledge of cutting edge integrated circuit design, computer architecture, and communication networks will make his skill set unparalleled in his field.
To add to his expertise, Surendran has mastered Blender and autoCAD to aid in his investigations.
Now with our team in Malaysia, Surendran is one of our electrical forensic engineers who affords us more than 10 years of experience in the electrical industry. He's done everything from project execution to installation, testing, and commissioning of high voltage (HV), Medium Voltage (MV), and Low Voltage (LV) substations and power generation stations. His range of skills is clearly very versatile, which makes him an extremely valuable asset to our team.
A lifelong learner, Surendran is currently (remotely) undertaking his Master of Embedded Systems. We are certain that on top of his current set of skills, his growing knowledge of cutting edge integrated circuit design, computer architecture, and communication networks will make his skill set unparalleled in his field.
To add to his expertise, Surendran has mastered Blender and autoCAD to aid in his investigations.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
Advisors
DR. LESLIE LEONG
Advisor
Dr Leslie Leong is the founder of L3M International Pte. Ltd, which is the authorized distributor for TOMI’s SteraMist® products and services throughout the Asia Region. He is understandably one of our biggest assets when it comes to the rollout and application of SteraMist as part of AGI’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic in Malaysia and abroad.
Leslie is a world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon with over 30 years of experience. After graduating from the National University of Singapore in 1991, he obtained his Master of Medicine (Surgery) and Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 1997. In 2001, he was awarded the Ministry of Health Manpower Development Programme (HMDP) Scholarship to train at Toronto Western Hospital in Adult Reconstruction in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty.
With a truly deep knowledge of medicine, decontamination, and business, Dr. Leslie helps guide and advise us with everything AGI does regarding our SteraMist operations. He is our go-to expert for any decontamination or sterilisation issues that may arise, as well as providing vital feedback on the use of SteraMist in healthcare environments.
Leslie is a world-renowned orthopaedic surgeon with over 30 years of experience. After graduating from the National University of Singapore in 1991, he obtained his Master of Medicine (Surgery) and Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh) in 1997. In 2001, he was awarded the Ministry of Health Manpower Development Programme (HMDP) Scholarship to train at Toronto Western Hospital in Adult Reconstruction in Hip and Knee Arthroplasty.
With a truly deep knowledge of medicine, decontamination, and business, Dr. Leslie helps guide and advise us with everything AGI does regarding our SteraMist operations. He is our go-to expert for any decontamination or sterilisation issues that may arise, as well as providing vital feedback on the use of SteraMist in healthcare environments.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
Ir POOBA MAHALINGAM
Regional Risk Consultant
Risk Management & Risk Improvement Surveys
As part of a value-add service to Insurers and Corporate Clients, AGI has linked up with Talent Asia Training and Consulting (TATC) of Singapore to provide our joint risk survey cum thermography survey for industrial or engineering facilities.
The objective of undertaking such surveys are to assist Underwriters to evaluate their risks, appreciate risk exposures and also identify risk improvement measures. The 1-3 day survey and technical interaction between our risk survey experts with the property/ facilities managers will identify how the risk can be better managed. They could be new features to be added or better recommendations developed that come out of such an assignment.
The Risk Survey is a walk-around, visual and information - gathering type exercise while the thermography activity will identify hot-spots within the electrical / mechanical features of the plant. This complete report will be a useful guide for Underwriters and Building Owners/ Management to appreciate further.
Contact us for more details.
As part of a value-add service to Insurers and Corporate Clients, AGI has linked up with Talent Asia Training and Consulting (TATC) of Singapore to provide our joint risk survey cum thermography survey for industrial or engineering facilities.
The objective of undertaking such surveys are to assist Underwriters to evaluate their risks, appreciate risk exposures and also identify risk improvement measures. The 1-3 day survey and technical interaction between our risk survey experts with the property/ facilities managers will identify how the risk can be better managed. They could be new features to be added or better recommendations developed that come out of such an assignment.
The Risk Survey is a walk-around, visual and information - gathering type exercise while the thermography activity will identify hot-spots within the electrical / mechanical features of the plant. This complete report will be a useful guide for Underwriters and Building Owners/ Management to appreciate further.
Contact us for more details.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
LT Leong
Steramist Director / Former Pentagon Defense Contractor
LT was appointed by AGI in 2020 to be our advisor for our advanced SteraMist applications in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. With a truly impressive resume, LT has vast experience working with the U.S. Pentagon (Office of the Undersecretary of Defense Installations and Environment I&E), the U.S. Navy Energy Department, The United States Air Force Surgeon General’s Office (AFMSA), and many more other highly revered U.S. Government agencies.
A consulting expert in project and program management, LT’s expertise spans all aspects of the U.S Government contracting arena, from technical to program management support to project leadership. He has served as an integral member of diverse teams that have been successful in accomplishing team objectives at every stage of the sales cycle, from account management through negotiations and contract execution.
Given his experience in the subject matter of disinfection and decontamination of pathogens and viruses, his advice has been crucial to AGI’s Covid-19 response in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and beyond. LT uses his solid client-facing skills combined with extensive experience in providing consulting services to actively engage clients in project processes from all stages of the sales cycle through the duration of their relationship with SteraMist.
A consulting expert in project and program management, LT’s expertise spans all aspects of the U.S Government contracting arena, from technical to program management support to project leadership. He has served as an integral member of diverse teams that have been successful in accomplishing team objectives at every stage of the sales cycle, from account management through negotiations and contract execution.
Given his experience in the subject matter of disinfection and decontamination of pathogens and viruses, his advice has been crucial to AGI’s Covid-19 response in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and beyond. LT uses his solid client-facing skills combined with extensive experience in providing consulting services to actively engage clients in project processes from all stages of the sales cycle through the duration of their relationship with SteraMist.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:lt.l[email protected]
Jeff Guenther, PE
Structural & Civil Forensic Engineering Advisor
Mr. Guenther specializes in forensic engineering of damaged buildings and structures. With over 25 years of experience, Mr. Guenther provides consulting and expert services for insurance and law firms predominately in Florida. He has been retained as an expert in over 1000 matters and has testified on more than 25.
Jeff is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States of America. Jeff has had a glittering career working with EFI Global and JS Held as a Senior Forensic (Structural) Engineer and Professional Engineer respectively.
Jeff is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the United States of America. Jeff has had a glittering career working with EFI Global and JS Held as a Senior Forensic (Structural) Engineer and Professional Engineer respectively.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
Forensic Engineers & Consultants
TS. RUTHRESWARAN
Senior Forensic Engineer
Ruthres is a passionate and dedicated engineer who thrives on problem-solving. He has been in the engineering field for over 12 years, beginning his tenure as an engineer with the Royal Malaysian Navy. Ruthres also obtained his Bachelor of Engineering degree through a Military-based scholarship which gives him a uniquely diverse background, with training in technical and forensic investigations, as well as being a trained mechanical engineer.
His military background also provides him with unparalleled discipline in his work — he takes great pride in conducting research, strategic planning, and providing value-added services aligned with organizational goals and customer expectations, all in an effective and efficient manner. To add to his already impressive skill set, Ruthres is also a qualified chemical health risk assessor, safety and health officer.
At AGI, we are pleased to have Ruthres’s unique acumen and experience serve us as he oversees forensic investigations, including fire origin and cause investigations, failure investigation, accident reconstruction, and damage assessment.
His military background also provides him with unparalleled discipline in his work — he takes great pride in conducting research, strategic planning, and providing value-added services aligned with organizational goals and customer expectations, all in an effective and efficient manner. To add to his already impressive skill set, Ruthres is also a qualified chemical health risk assessor, safety and health officer.
At AGI, we are pleased to have Ruthres’s unique acumen and experience serve us as he oversees forensic investigations, including fire origin and cause investigations, failure investigation, accident reconstruction, and damage assessment.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
TEE SHAOU WAING
Senior Forensic Consultant
Tee graduated from Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Australia with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Forensic Science, where she won several academic prizes, including the QUT School of Biomedical Sciences Biotechnology Graduand Prize and a Science and Technology Dean’s Merit Awards.
After her time at QUT, she then went on to provide her expertise with a protein production laboratory in Australia. Tee then gained two years of forensic investigation experience gained through theoretical training, on-the-job training and mentor-mentee training, and now conducts fire and explosion investigations, failure investigations, vehicle accident reconstructions, and damage assessment cases.
A multidisciplinary forensic experiment, Tee has experience with topics such as forensic DNA, chemistry, fingerprinting and questioned document examination. Tee has proven herself to be an invaluable member of our team through her leadership skills, technical competence and problem-solving capabilities. As a NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), Tee has high expectations of herself and her team members on all aspects of their work, which makes her a key member of our forensics team.
After her time at QUT, she then went on to provide her expertise with a protein production laboratory in Australia. Tee then gained two years of forensic investigation experience gained through theoretical training, on-the-job training and mentor-mentee training, and now conducts fire and explosion investigations, failure investigations, vehicle accident reconstructions, and damage assessment cases.
A multidisciplinary forensic experiment, Tee has experience with topics such as forensic DNA, chemistry, fingerprinting and questioned document examination. Tee has proven herself to be an invaluable member of our team through her leadership skills, technical competence and problem-solving capabilities. As a NAFI Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI), Tee has high expectations of herself and her team members on all aspects of their work, which makes her a key member of our forensics team.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
Garywen Murvie
Forensic Consultant
AZLAN NASRIN
Motor Vehicle Forensic Engineer
Azlan Nasrin is a highly motivated and hardworking forensic investigation professional who graduated from Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) with a Bachelor’s Degree In Mechanical Engineering.
With more than two years of experience in the fast-paced automotive manufacturing and engineering industry, Azlan has developed an interesting parallel with forensic expertise. Azlan is an expert in manufacturing motorcar engine components such as cylinder blocks, engine heads, camshafts, and crankshafts, which allows for his extensive knowledge of conducting detailed root cause analysis for breakdowns. He also possesses expertise in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines which further aids in his knowledge of mechanical componentry.
Azlan's specialised skills in the automotive industry are prized by his AGI teammates due to the fact that he provides them with a whole new perspective of how complex mechanical breakdowns can be investigated and resolved. In turn, Azlan is enthralled by the variety, novelty, and challenge of his role as a forensic engineer as it always manages to keep him on his feet.
With more than two years of experience in the fast-paced automotive manufacturing and engineering industry, Azlan has developed an interesting parallel with forensic expertise. Azlan is an expert in manufacturing motorcar engine components such as cylinder blocks, engine heads, camshafts, and crankshafts, which allows for his extensive knowledge of conducting detailed root cause analysis for breakdowns. He also possesses expertise in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines which further aids in his knowledge of mechanical componentry.
Azlan's specialised skills in the automotive industry are prized by his AGI teammates due to the fact that he provides them with a whole new perspective of how complex mechanical breakdowns can be investigated and resolved. In turn, Azlan is enthralled by the variety, novelty, and challenge of his role as a forensic engineer as it always manages to keep him on his feet.
- Phone:+603.6188.6311
- Email:[email protected]
NAGENTHERAAN
Forensic Consultant
Nagen is a skilled investigator with excellent knowledge of forensic science and fire science.
Nagen completed his Bachelors in Science (Forensic Science) from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), which also included a rigorous internship with Royal Malaysia Police and The Department of Chemistry Malaysia. Adding to his impressive background he has also been involved in the practical session of fire investigation with the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia. Nagen has also already obtained hundreds of hours of supplementary trainin
Nagen completed his Bachelors in Science (Forensic Science) from Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), which also included a rigorous internship with Royal Malaysia Police and The Department of Chemistry Malaysia. Adding to his impressive background he has also been involved in the practical session of fire investigation with the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia. Nagen has also already obtained hundreds of hours of supplementary trainin