Mydin owner firmly believes in the concept of the human touch

At the company's USJ Subang Jaya outlet, Ameer is often seen greeting patrons, his genial personality a hit with them. Photo: AZHAR MAHFOF/The Star

Three more minutes, and he had to scoot off to an important meeting. But he waited, and in those final seconds, she walked through the airport gate and Datuk Wira Ameer Ali Mydin was reunited with his wife Datin Dr Siti Hawa. “I gave her a bouquet of flowers, kissed her and pretty much had to leave,” revealed the managing director of Mydin Mohamed Holdings over a round of roti canai and teh tarik.

“I’ve made that trip many times. I always send her off and welcome her back at the airport,” he shared about every time his wife travels overseas, revealing how much affection he shares for his partner.