Kong Chung Vui (“Mr. Ben Kong”) began his apprenticeship in 1990 as an Assistant Architect at Kean Architect Sdn Bhd, before returning to complete his Postgraduate Diploma studies. In 1995, Mr. Ben Kong joined Pembinaan OCK (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd as a Project Manager, where he managed major construction projects in Kota Kinabalu, including a clubhouse, marina, and the Pan Pacific Hotel with its own powerplant.

In 2000, Mr. Ben Kong joined Wah Mie Group as Executive Director, where he led the company’s rebranding and launched various residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across Sabah. From 2011 to 2020, Mr. Ben Kong was the Managing Director of Riverson Corporation Sdn Bhd, overseeing the RM600 million mixed development in Kota Kinabalu’s central business district, which includes Gleneagles Medical Centre, SOHO units, retail outlets, and office spaces.

Demonstrating entrepreneurial foresight, Mr. Ben Kong founded Borneo Estate Development Sdn Bhd in 2008, where he leads the overall project management and drives its vision to deliver innovative and sustainable property development solutions in Sabah. His strategic leadership has shaped landmark initiatives such as the smart city masterplans for Kota Belud (Bira-Bira Bay), Tuaran (Laya Laya), and Kingfisher Eden, in collaboration with Sabah government-linked companies and the Sabah State.

He also oversaw the completion of Kondominium Maya @ Likas, a high-rise residential development that reflects his commitment to crafting urban living.