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asia ceo awards - largest business awards event in Southeast Asia

Where
Great Leaders

Are Recognized

NOMINATIONS now!

FINAL DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS IS AUGUST 15 MIDNIGHT.

the ASIA CEO AWARDS IS THE largest business awards event in the Philippines and considered the largest event of its kind in Southeast Asia. the world WILL BE WATCHING the GRAND event SET FOR Tuesday, October 13 -- STARTING AT 5:OOPM.

#1

largest business awards event in southeast asia

17th

years of history

1,200+

senior-level attendees

700+

nominations received

350,000

decision-makers reached

15 recognitIONS

Award Categories

The Asia CEO Awards 2026 recognizes the pinnacle of achievement across 15 diverse categories, from visionary entrepreneurship and wellness to trailblazing IT-BPM innovation and sustainability, all while spotlighting the elite leaders and organizations driving the Philippines and ASEAN toward a world-class future.

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Elsal Ventures

Service Excellence Company of the Year

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Figari

Entrepreneur of the Year

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IBPAP

IT-BPM TechBlazer of the Year

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Innodata

Top Employer of the Year

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KMC Teams & Workplaces

CSR Company of the Year

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maybank

Sustainability Company of the Year

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Microsourcing

Apex Company of the Year

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psg global solutions

Most Innovative Company of the Year

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Sante

Wellness Company of the Year

How Nominations Work

The Judging Process

Three stages from submission to grand winner. No Cost at every step. guaranteed SCAM FREE.

[ 01 ]

Nominate

Submit online. Open April through August 15. Under 15 minutes.

[ 02 ]

Circle of Excellence

PwC validates all submissions before they reach the judges. Independent judges shortlist 10 to 14 finalists per category.

[ 03 ]

Grand Winner

One grand winner per category, announced live at Awards Night in November. Results are sealed by PwC until they are read on stage.

judges

Meet the Judges

Philippine business leaders, economists, and governance experts. Each selected for independence. No panel member has a financial relationship with nominees or sponsors.

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Philippines

Alex Cabrera

chairman emeritus

Pwc

Philippines

Bing Sibal-Limjoco

CEO, Francorp

Francorp

Philippines

Darlene Berberabe

Solicitor General

republic of the Philippines

USA

Don Felbaum

Managing Director

OPTEL

Philippines

Dr. Bernado Villegas

Economist & Educator

University of Asia and the Pacific

Philippines

Felino "Jun"Palafox Jr. PhD.

Architect & Urban Planner

Palafox Associates

Philippines

Jack Madrid

President & CEO

IBPAP

Canada

Richard Mills

Chairman

Asia CEO Awards

Asia CEO Awards ceremony stage at Marriott Manila Hotel

awards Recognition

The Circle of Excellence

The star-studded Board of Judges of Asia CEO Awards presents many of the most accomplished leadership teams and individuals for a wide range of highly competitive awards.  The awards recognize extraordinary leaders who have demonstrated outstanding achievement for their organizations and contributions to others.

Awardees of the circle of excellence are chosen by the Board of Judges for each award from a large number of submissions. they are called to the grand stages to receive their trophy and are often invited to speak at regular forums of Asia CEO Events. The designation of circle of excellence has real business value. Companies have used it to expand their business, raise capital, close deals with large clients, attract senior talent, and generate media coverage.

[ 01 ]

700+ Nominations

Asia ceo awards receives up to 50 nominations per award. a team of 15 professionals from Our scrutineer, PwC, spend weeks to confirm and organize information that is presented to the Board of Judges.

[ 02 ]

circle of excellence Selected

after analysis and discussing (including some heated arguments) The Board of judges chooses awardees of the Circle of Excellence for each award category. these are premier organizations and leaders who are highlighted on the grand stage at asia ceo awards and often invited as speakers for regular asia ceo events.

[ 03 ]

Grand Winner announced

the grand winner of each award is sealed and guarded by pwc and announced live at the asia ceo awards gala night to great acclaim of 1,000 attendees and media.

past partners

Our Sponsors And Partners

Many of the most successful companies in the Philippines have partnered with Asia CEO Awards to create a world-class event. Their extraordinary support is key to its success.

15 Award Categories

Be Recognized Among Elite Business Leaders

Asia CEO Awards, presented by SANTE, is the largest business awards event in the Philippines and considered the largest event of its kind in Southeast Asia.  Its purpose is to promote the Philippines as the premier business destination for global enterprises.  The event is considered a must-attend occasion for business leaders active across the region.