He walked away from oil money and bet on algorithms instead.
Most people cling to stability.
Haris saw volatility and chose reinvention.
This is the kind of Malaysian founder story we don’t hear enough about.
From Oil Rigs to AI Risk
For years, Calmic Sdn Bhd was rooted in Sarawak’s oil and gas scene. Solid industry. Big contracts. Strong legacy built on the founder’s father’s three decades of experience.
But here’s the truth nobody in O&G likes to say out loud:
When oil prices crash, everything crashes with it.
Haris watched global giants like Petronas cut jobs. He saw how even the biggest players weren’t safe.
That’s when it clicked.
Playing it safe was the real risk.
So instead of doubling down on “business as usual,” he pivoted hard into digital and AI-driven platforms built for everyday Malaysians.
Not hype tech.
Not Silicon Valley clones.
Real solutions. Local problems. Malaysian impact.
My Parliament: No More Political Guesswork
Ever wondered what your MP actually does besides trending on TikTok for the wrong reasons?
Same.
That frustration sparked My Parliament, an AI powered platform that tracks the real performance of Malaysian Members of Parliament.
Not gossip.
Not party propaganda.
Data.
Using information from official parliamentary records, the platform shows:
- Attendance rates
- Debates and bills raised
- Issues brought up for their constituencies
The result? Malaysians finally see who’s working… and who’s just warming a seat.
The platform blew up from niche online discussions to hundreds of thousands of daily views. Some big-name politicians didn’t look so impressive when the numbers came out. Others? Quietly doing the work and finally getting recognition.
Simple idea. Huge impact.
Because voting shouldn’t be based on vibes.
It should be based on performance.
GigHalal: The Side Hustle Revolution, Malaysian Style
While My Parliament tackles accountability, Haris’ second platform tackles something just as urgent: income.
Gig work in Malaysia often means one thing drive or deliver. Platforms like Grab and foodpanda dominate, but not everyone wants to ride a motorbike in the rain.
That gap led to GigHalal.
Think:
Plumbers.
Designers.
PC builders.
Tutors.
Retirees with skills.
It’s a localized alternative to global freelance sites like Fiverr, but built around Malaysian realities.
Here’s what makes it different:
🔒 Built-in escrow system
Payments are held securely, so both clients and freelancers are protected.
🛡 Social protection focus
The platform aligns with Malaysia’s gig economy direction, including contributions linked to SOCSO-style protection. Because side income shouldn’t mean zero safety net.
👵 Inclusive by design
Not just for 20-year-old hustlers. Retirees, professionals, and skilled workers can earn without physically exhausting jobs.
It’s not just a gig app.
It’s an income safety valve for modern Malaysia.
A Law Graduate Who Rewrote His Own Script
Haris didn’t start in tech. He studied law.
But the long hours, slow progression, and burnout culture made him question the path everyone said was “secure.”
So he chose uncertainty but on his own terms.
He teamed up with his father’s industry experience and his brother’s telecom expertise. Together, they transformed Calmic from a traditional O&G player into a diversified tech-driven company.
Not by chasing trends.
By solving problems they could see right in front of them.
The Bigger Picture
Automation is rising. Jobs are changing. Economies are shaky.
Haris didn’t wait for the future to happen to him.
He built toward it.
From holding politicians accountable to helping Malaysians earn with dignity, his journey proves one thing:
Adaptation isn’t optional anymore It’s survival.
And sometimes, the boldest move isn’t climbing the ladder.
It’s building a whole new one.
