A Night of Elegance and Grandeur!
Where Dreams Take Flight, Innovators Unite, and Recognition Shines Bright! In a dazzling celebration of ingenuity and perseverance, The World Brands Foundation (TWBF) set the stage for a memorable evening to honour the crème de la crème of global brands at the inaugural launch of The BrandLaureate Fast Moving Growing Sustainable Business & Brands Awards 2024 as well as the annual The BrandLaureate SMEs BestBrands Awards 2024 and The BrandLaureate Property Branding Awards 2024. Representatives of top brands from a multitude of business industries converged under one roof to celebrate the spirit of excellence and innovation in their respective fields.
Recognizing Sustainable Growth!
The BrandLaureate Fast Moving Growing Sustainable Business & Brands Awards, the first of its kind, recognizes pioneering brands within their industries that have paved the way and defied the odds to demonstrate sustainable growth in today's dynamic marketplace. This prestigious award shines a spotlight on brands that exemplify resilience and sustainability, setting new standards for others to follow.
Honouring Property Sector Excellence!
Concurrent with the sustainable business awards, The BrandLaureate Property Branding Awards 2024 celebrates brands within the property sector and its ecosystem. These awards highlight companies that have popularized their brand presence by shaping landscapes and adding value to the lifestyles of the communities they serve. From developers to ecosystem contributors, these brands are recognized for their significant impact on the property industry.
Celebrating SME Vitality!
The event also included the highly anticipated return of The BrandLaureate SMEs BestBrands Awards 2024. These awards laud the dynamism and vitality of small and medium enterprises (SMEs), who, through their energy, passion, and strategic acumen, have emerged as the backbone of our economy and the driving force of innovation. SMEs play a crucial role in fostering economic growth and development, and their contributions are duly celebrated.
Inspirational Words from Prof. Dr KKJohan!
Prof. Dr KKJohan, during his welcoming speech, encouraged the recipients to capitalize on the value of the Awards for the growth and expansion of their brand presence. He urged them to make BIG and bold moves in their leadership - to find the chance to step forward, learn, evolve, and redefine what is possible. His inspiring words set the tone for an evening dedicated to celebrating achievement and envisioning future success.
Honouring Global Personalities!
The event also honoured world-famous individuals for their significant contributions to their fields. Stephen Krempl, Chief Executive Officer of Krempl Communications International, and Serely Alcaraz, Executive Director of ITD World, were presented with The BrandLaureate International Brand Personality Award 2024. Esteemed Sports Icons, including Professional Track Cyclist YBhg Dato’ Mohd Azizulhasni Awang OLY, renowned Muay Thai Fighter Johan “Jojo” Ghazali, and Professional Badminton Player Lee Zii Jia OLY, were also given deserving recognition.
Special Awards and Inductions!
A representation of The Entrepreneur Award - Women Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 was given to Ms. Carrie Lee, Founder of CL Skin Sdn Bhd, acknowledging her absence from last year's ceremony due to work engagement in Paris. Additionally, the night witnessed the auspicious induction of the World’s No.1 Tower Runner, Soh Wai Ching, into The BrandLaureate Book of World Records 2024 for his recent feat of being crowned the World Champion of Taipei 101 Run Up 2024, conquering a 646-meter elevation gain in 18 minutes and 36.62 seconds.
Trailblazers and Trendsetters!
Throughout the night, illustrious brands were acknowledged for their outstanding accomplishments that have positioned them as trailblazers and trendsetters. The list of recipients includes Property Development Brands such as Berinda Properties, Cassia Cempaka, Dhaya Maju, IM Buildcon, Mitraland, and UDA; Property Landmark Brands like WCT Malls (Gateway@KLIA2) and Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park; and Property Ecosystem Brands including ALG Worldwide, COLORBOND®, Evergold, Fresh Cleaning, Jurukur Generasi, MAG, PropJect, Sia, Alvin Wong & Partners, Summit World Resources, and Zig Zag Builders.
Recognizing Brand Leaders!
Brand leaders were also recognized for their exceptional leadership and contributions to their respective industries. Notable leaders included Ms. Maggie Ng, CEO of Berinda Properties; Tuan Haji Jefri Ahmad Tambi, Group Managing Director of Senari Synergy; Ms. Selena Chua, CEO Retail of WCT Malls; Mr. Ashwin Gunasekeran, CEO of Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau; Ms. Nicole Lim, Founder & CEO of Empire Sushi; Ts. Dr. Gajendra Balasingham, Founder & CEO of GKK Consultants; Ms. Angel Lim Yen Chin, Founder & CEO of ALG Worldwide; and Ms. Nadira Yusoff, Founder & CEO of Kiddocare.
Honouring Strategic Business Partners!
The BrandLaureate Awards also recognized their Strategic Business Partner, SME Corp, for their contributions to nurturing SMEs in Malaysia. A diverse group of SMEs demonstrating excellence in their industries was celebrated, including Building Lindungan, Dzi Kingdom, HAPM Group of Companies, HERO 99, IACT College, ICMS, Jardin Peau, Kapten Batik, Kiddocare, OUKA, Q-dees, Reliance College, Salam Senawang Specialist Hospital, Sima Parking, UNIMY, and Veritas.
Recognizing Fast-Moving Brands!
In the same tune, The BrandLaureate Fast Moving Growing Sustainable Business & Brands Award 2024 honoured outstanding industry players such as Brands Of The Year: Acer, Adabi, Nespresso, and Toshiba; Nation Branding Leaders: PCEB, Epic, Kolej Unikop, Penang Port, Pengurusan Pasir Perak, Sarawak Heart Centre, Senari Synergy, Tenaga Switchgear, and TV Al-Hijrah; Most Preferred Brands: Lumi Beauty, Lord's Tailor, Amari Johor Bahru, Bionerv, Empire Sushi, Louis Cuppers, Ninja Van Malaysia, Noveni, Oriental Kopi, The Raw., and Wellous; and Most Sustainable Brands: Times24, IKONIK Eye Specialist, PKSJ Fertilizers, and One Gasmaster.
Looking Forward!
To our esteemed recipients, we extend our heartfelt congratulations. Your creativity, vibrancy, and commitment to sustainability have not only set new benchmarks but have also enriched industries and communities alike. We are proud to honour your achievements and look forward to journeying together with you and witnessing the continued brilliance of your brands as you shape the future landscape of global business. The BrandLaureate Awards has much more in store for the year 2024, including the return of The BrandLaureate BestBrands Awards on the 22nd of August 2024, The BrandLaureate World Halal & Bumiputera BestBrands Awards on the 12th of September 2024, and The BrandLaureate DigiTech (Digital & Technology) BestBrands Awards on the 5th of November 2024. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more celebrations of excellence.
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