Kuala Lumpur: The Leadership Excellence Awards 2024/2025 brought together top-tier professionals, visionaries and changemakers from various industries to celebrate their achievements and contributions to leadership excellence. Director of the National Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Centre, Ministry of Economy, Asfaazam Kasbani, highlighted that the awards also united exceptional individuals from diverse sectors, recognising their outstanding contributions.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Asfaazam Kasbani expressed that it is a significant honour for Malaysia to host the Leadership Excellence Awards. He mentioned the platform's potential to inspire emerging business leaders and entrepreneurs locally and internationally, aiming to support their entrepreneurial journeys and contribute to Malaysia's economic growth. Asfaazam delivered this message on behalf of Deputy Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib at the ceremony.
The event included keynote addresses, networking sessions, and award presentations, emphasizing the unique accomplishments and leadership philosophies of this year's recipients. Organised by Des Prix Infinitus Media, the awards reflect an inclusive outlook, with international nominees celebrated for their cross-border collaboration and impact.
Hagenz Choo, Managing Director of Des Prix Infinitus Media, stated that recognising these leaders is an understatement, as they continue to inspire growth and resilience in today's world. He emphasized that true leadership transcends titles, focusing on influence, purpose, and the courage to drive change, which contributes positively to society.
The Leadership Excellence Awards serve as a platform to elevate leadership standards and foster meaningful connections among regional and global leaders. This initiative affirms the power of vision, perseverance, and human potential. The awards honoured individuals such as Top Innovative Leader of the Year, Datuk Seri Jaseni Maidinsa from Pengurusan Aset Air Berhad; Tan Sri Anthony Francis Fernandes from Capital A Berhad; and Burhanuddin Md. Radzi from Les' Copaque Production Sdn Bhd.