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CEO of AirAsia Sparks Outrage for Controversial Massage During Business Meeting

Kelly Tyler Published October 18, 2023
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Tony Fernandes, the CEO of AirAsia, recently found himself at the center of controversy after he posted a picture on LinkedIn showing him receiving a topless massage during a management meeting. The post, which has since been deleted, sparked a wave of criticism and debate about professionalism and corporate culture on social media.

Fernandes, known for his previous ownership of the Queens Park Rangers football club and various business ventures, captioned the photo by describing the week as “stressful.” He expressed his appreciation for the Indonesian culture and the company’s relaxed approach, which allowed him to have a massage during a business meeting.

@airasia CEO #tonyfernandes being criticised for attending a board meeting while getting a massage and sitting shirtless. How many of his employees would actually been allowed to do that? pic.twitter.com/ZYwS8sXnWu

— Sumit Chaturvedi (@joinsumit) October 18, 2023

The photo quickly drew a barrage of negative comments on social media platforms. Many users characterized the post as unprofessional and inappropriate, suggesting that CEOs should set an example of good work ethics rather than flaunting their personal lives and privileges. Some even quipped that some CEOs might want to steer clear of LinkedIn altogether.

While some criticized Fernandes for the post, others took a more light-hearted approach. One user humorously suggested that Fernandes’s unconventional office etiquette represented an amusing version of “working from home.”

Tony Fernandes, a Malaysian entrepreneur, made headlines when he acquired the budget airline AirAsia from the Malaysian government for less than $1 in 2001. His business endeavors have been diverse, including his ownership of the Queens Park Rangers football club and his involvement in founding the now-defunct Caterham F1 Formula One team.

Fernandes is renowned for his affinity for publicity stunts. One of the most notable examples was a wager with Richard Branson, which led to Branson dressing up as a stewardess and serving passengers on AirAsia flights.

According to Forbes, Fernandes’ net worth currently stands at approximately $335 million (£275 million). This represents a significant drop from 2014 when his net worth was nearly double that amount at $650 million.

Fernandes is an active presence on social media and has utilized these platforms to engage with the public, particularly during significant events like the AirAsia flight QZ8501 tragedy in 2014. The recent LinkedIn post, however, has ignited a broader conversation about the boundaries between personal expression and professional conduct in the corporate world.

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