Driven by Purpose.
Enabled by Potential.
Superior by Performance.
Anchor transformation in purpose and
deliver outcomes that matter.
We help you to shape the future of
your organisation.
Our Principles
'WHY'
We partner to identify and realise the full potential with individuals, teams, organisations and communities.
'WHAT'
We design and drive outcomes that transform purpose into measurable and sustainable performance.
'HOW'
We’re passionate experts in the shift of mindsets that deliver purposeful impact through coaching, leadership, teams and culture.
Meet Our Founders
Harith Iskander
Co-Founder, Pemalyst Advisory
Leadership Coach | Strategic Communicator | Cultural Catalyst
With over three decades of experience in commanding stages, captivating audiences, and shaping narratives, Harith Iskander brings a unique perspective to leadership development and organizational performance. Widely recognized as the “Godfather of Stand-Up Comedy” in Asia, Harith has evolved his storytelling prowess into a powerful tool for transformation in the corporate world.
As Co-Founder of Pemalyst Advisory, Harith merges the art of authentic communication with evidence-based leadership strategies to help leaders shift mindsets, navigate complexity, and perform with purpose and precision. His work is rooted in the belief that humor, empathy, and clarity are not soft skills—but strategic assets.
Harith’s career spans global keynotes, media production, and advisory roles across diverse sectors. Now, through Pemalyst, he empowers leaders and teams to unlock influence, build trust, and lead with intention in an age of rapid change.
“Be Authentic. Live Purpose.”
Scott Hensarling
Co-Founder, Pemalyst Advisory
Advisor/Coach/Mentor | Purpose Architect | Team & Cultural Catalyst
Scott Hensarling has spent over two decades advising, coaching, and walking alongside leaders who dare to ask: What’s the best version of me? Of us? Of what we could become? His work spans from entrepreneurs to the boardroom, across industries and continents – but always circles back to one core belief: purpose is the catalyst for performance.
From his role as Managing Director of Korn Ferry Advisory in Malaysia to co-founding Pemalyst Advisory, Scott has partnered leadership development, high performing teams & cultural transformation, across APAC and beyond. With 35 years living and working across the region and residence in 10 countries, he brings cultural fluency and commercial pragmatism in equal measure.
At the heart of Scott’s approach is a belief that culture is not a store front, it’s the operating engine. He works with leaders not only to shift mindset & behaviours, but to reshape the underlying norms, rhythms, routines and systems that drive performance. His methodology draws on behavioural coding, agile frameworks & systems transformation, but what truly sets his work apart is a deeply personal drive: a love for the human spirit and an obsession with supporting others to fulfill their potential and realise their purpose.
“If potential is the great adventure, then purposeful performance is the road map.”
