The impressive rise and resume of David Chua

Big vision: Chua (left) and his son Hung Tatt, who helps manage Pintar Hotel in Batu Pahat. Chua believes Pangkor is more than a vacation spot.

THE rags-to-riches story of Datuk David Chua Kok Tee, 70, is a classic example of how a professional can become a businessman and join the rank of millionaires.

Born to a poor family in Batu Pahat, Chua joined Selangor Properties Bhd in 1973 after graduating from Universiti Malaya with an arts degree.