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Being in Asia means standing at the center of rapid and frequent tech-driven innovations — a powerful environment that CXA uses to propel its growth
Rosaline Chow Koo
Ihealth technology company that is pioneering the use of AI
consolidating clinics, hospitals, disease management, pharmacies, insurers and more, and making percent of the costs.
tackle daily management issues
CXA GROUP PTE LTD www.cxagroup.com
support for emerging enterprises and the opportunities from economies that are opening up throughout the continent. “For leapfrog into the West.
in one city after another. By
that keeps her going is the excitement and the adrenaline
falls into place.
especially true for a tech startup,
Business leaders in Asia can score big with the right frame of mind
here is tremendous Asia in the Digital Age, according to AirAsia Mr. Varun region accounted for just under
underscores. In the decade from North America.
As a result, more Asian
percent in North America.
of the future are here in Asia. In
population is currently nearing
challenges persist in the midst
Among these is the tremendous
out that a huge talent shortage exists despite the region’s huge classes.
“ With this awesome performance and recognition, shouldn’t we keep doing what we have been doing? My answer is, No. I think we should continue
to change and transform every day. The key to our success and continuous transformation is our leadership mindset: We are a people company operating — not an Airline — but a travel tech business! ”
issues persist, and human as education, health and life
A Mindset for Success Mr. Fernandes thinks a particular staying rooted in one’s roots as has led AirAsia from the time it
keeping costs and customers data analytics and personalised marketplace, and a super app and platform.
right mindset and training them functional skills, and learning adopting technologies and digital
transition to tech digitalisation, AirAsia is focusing on rekilling skills.
Customer & Digital-centric
experience our customer
design to stimulate openness and performance and recognition, continuous transformation is our leadership mindset: We are
A progressive hiring policy is among the major factors behind Fave’s sustained success
Mr. Joel Neoh
Fdigital merchants platform
it has increased merchant is hardly surprising: the platform is simple to use and holistic in to local merchants for an array of policies, fostering and maintaining an authentic company culture, and keeping a close eye on that emotional intelligence, experience, says. practices is the maintenance of
clear and meaningful guiding time and resources to upskill companies that succeed today are is essential for those looking to information and media differently Neoh urges.
With presence in both F&B and hospitality spaces, Katrina Group lays out a comprehensive business expansion and services enhancement plans
integral part of modern life. In
a chain of restaurants and cafés part of its expansion plan, it has
“We think that online food
ramping up the expansion efforts underscores. “We are focused on
KATRINA GROUP LTD katrinagroup.com
Renowned as one of the largest wine and spirits producers in the world, Pernod Ricard is in the business of experience
Experience and true connection direct and authentic shared happiness.
them to seek enrichment in the one of the most prestigious and in the industry. From spirits like
Beefeater gin to champagnes
they produce is to encourage people to go out in search of
to offer the right product at the right time for the right person, millennial consumption trends:
Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo, portfolio is carefully curated to
From nurturing the terroir that is the foundation of the spirits and circular production practices and alcohol consumption, Pernod
PERNOD RICARD www.pernod-ricard.com
Bentley is a luxury car brand at the forefront of digital era innovations to address the needs of a younger clientele
In most cases, the traditional latest models.
people to explore selected Bentley models from the comfort of their couches.
BENTLEY SINGAPORE singapore.bentleymotors.com
passengers to keep in touch
car experience, the Bentley apps
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suite accommodations, energetic
with the reopening of its iconic Singapore property Building of the hotel. Best suited and entertaining areas. And the parlor. of their satisfaction in the range
the place to meet, spend time,
suite categories means that
Ducasse helms BBR, formerly the Writers Bar is perfect for enjoying
Butcher’s Block, an ode to the architecture, heritage, and perfectly discreet.
RAFFLES SINGAPORE www.rafflessingapore.com
constantly sourcing for foods
Angliss Singapore places premium quality and sustainable production at the heart of its procurement strategy ground salespeople, products kitchen. of premium and gourmet food their kitchens, galleys, and shop
to meet increasing demands for healthy and safe foods. Among its most recent chemicals in its operation.
technology integrations to safeguard the steady supply
has transformed daily operations, exchange, the company constantly and factories for their staff, young chefs, suppliers, and
ANGLISS SINGAPORE PTE LTD www.angliss.com.sg
A long dominance of the cosmetic industry and an abiding passion for innovation are Shiseido’s secret ingredients for success
skin. Carefully crafted fragrances and textures incorporated into complete sensory experience.
products, the company assures, are designed to help people keep
skincare and makeup to suncare, men’s care, and fragrance, it is not
accelerating its digital presence, With research centers in gain a deep understanding of meet their needs, such as the from traditional department store
SHISEIDO www.shiseido.com.sg
Powered by technology, logistics and payment innovations, Lazada delivers easy transactions and expansive choices to online shoppers
LAZADA SINGAPORE lazada.sg
says Mr. James Chang, CEO of the spirit of entrepreneurship, focus on meeting the needs of technology infrastructure. As Mr. Chang is at the forefront million customers across the Currently, the platform
markets and plays a crucial role in introducing digital payment
Powered by technology, logistics and payment innovations, Lazada delivers easy transactions and expansive choices to online shoppers
Wallet. customers are changing, and “Whether you change yourself or
LAZADA SINGAPORE lazada.sg
says Mr. James the spirit of focus on meeting technology
Mr. Chang is million customers
Currently,
CEO VIEWPOINT
CHOW TAI FOOK strengthens links to a new generation of younger clients
craftsmanship, all underpinned of sincerity and eternity. is unmatched in the industry.
“Whether you change yourself or Chang, CEO of entrepreneurship, meeting the needs of infrastructure. As the forefront customers across the the platform
markets and plays a crucial role in introducing digital payment Wallet. customers are changing, and
people and culture.
commitment to fully disclosing on the house’s promise of
CHOW TAI FOOK strengthens links to a new generation younger clients
strategies to succeed in today’s omnichannel retail CHOW TAI FOOK www.chowtaifook.com
AOX is the business of transforming health and impacting lives by bringing natural spring water into our homes
Clear, clean, pure drinking in city apartments. And special
customers on the fact that not healthier lifestyles. Not only are and aesthetically pleasing, the company’s sales consultants are rigorously trained in the science competition. comprising of medical doctors, health screening centres, and
AOX PTE LTD www.aox.com.sg
perfectly designed to meet the needs of contemporary lifestyles.
R&D team are constantly and enhancements to the current range alongside concepts for designers and its partner ideas to life.
The rise of consumers seeking healthier drinks
Rieko Shofu
and a healthier diet. Daily
A healthy diet doesn’t need of the foods and drinks you
to do the things you enjoy, feeling healthier and ultimately
to helping our customers lead sugar content of our drinks. For has focused on sugar reduction
reformulating our juice products,
drink containing no sugar or Japan and has a long and
content products completely, in due course.
clear market leader in the
countries internationally, across Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Africa,
Looking ahead the future is
POKKA www.pokka.com.sg
salted egg most exciting of
products dishes. Customers popular menu skin, leading
moreish of eats.
moreish of eats.
snacks has elevated IRVINS to one of Asia’s exciting food brands
salted egg snacks has elevated IRVINS to one of Asia’s most exciting food brands
is the signature guaranteed to appeal
Customers constantly items such as to the founding of constantly on a mission to make products are produced using red yolk. And this dedication to production process marries the machinery. Maintaining a high and taste across all the snacks it
of umami that is the signature products are guaranteed to appeal dishes. Customers constantly popular menu items such as skin, leading to the founding of
packaged in industry standard plastic jars and transparent aluminum pouches. After that these lacked shelf appeal easier eating experience.
constantly on a mission to make products are produced using red yolk. And this dedication to production process marries the machinery. Maintaining a high and taste across all the snacks it
online marketplaces, such as
packaged in industry standard plastic jars and transparent aluminum pouches. After that these lacked shelf appeal
easier eating experience.
online marketplaces, such as
IRVINS SALTED EGG irvinsaltedegg.com
IRVINS SALTED EGG irvinsaltedegg.com
Food sourcing and supply chain are at the core of Tong Seng Produce’s strategy
supermarkets and household produce and making the path to purchase as uncomplicated as
the inspiring corporate mantra
success in the marketplace,
controlled temperature system that ensures produce stays as fresh
looking ahead and anticipating future trends that not only meet platforms. Internal production
Rice is an intrinsic part of By ensuring only preeminent
Produce seeks to play its part in sustaining the culture of eating
of care, it is guaranteed to remain as much in the hearts and minds of future generations as it is for
TONG SENG PRODUCE PTE LTD tspsonghe.com.sg
1. Guest of honor, Mr Chuan Leekpai, alongside this year’s Champions of Excellence from Asia
2. From right: Mr. Jorge Rodriguez, Mr. Chuan Leekpai, Mrs. Vannee Leelavechbutr
3. Bentley Bangkok by AAS Auto Service Co.,Ltd, showcase Bentley Bentayga V8. Mrs. Apaporn Kosolkul (left)
4. and Mr. Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Group
5. From left: Dr. Ausanee Mahagitsiri Leonio, President of Krispy Kreme Thailand, Mrs. Vannee Leelavechbutr, CEO of Neo Target, Mr. Suriyon Sriorathaikul, MD of Beauty Gems Group
6. From left: Ms. Parichart Veerasatien, MD of Shiseido Thailand and Ms. Warisara Praisankul, GM of Shiseido Thailand
7. From left: Ms. Cai, HR Manager of Pernod Ricard, Mr. Thiagarajan, CEO of Harry’s International, Ms. Teo, Senior MKT Manager of Harry’s International, Mr. Menon, Senior PR Manager of Pernod Ricard
8. From right to left: Ms. Angel Ding, MD, Angliss Singapore, Mr. Chuan Leekpai, Former Prime Minister of Thailand
9. From left: Mr. Stuart Tan, Mr. Albert Kong, Mr. Tan Wang Cheow, Mr. Irvin Gunawan and Mr Ircahn Gunawan
10. Ms. Ririn Widaryani, Sales Director of Telkomsel Indonesia
11. Ms. Po Liu (third from left), Director of Chow Tai Fook, Mrs. Jaman Siritan Nunphakdee (third from right), Chairwoman of JSL Company, Mr. Pariphan Nunphakdee (second from right), Vice Group Chairman of JSL Company
12. Mr. Nitipat Praweenwongwuthi, Marketing Director of Acer Thailand
13. From left to right: Mr. Kamtorn Sila-On, Mr. Amaret Sila-On, Mrs. Patara Sila-On, Mr. Vitoon Sila-On, Mrs. Apaporn Kosolkul
14. Ms. Prettaya Sutchasila, MD of Southeast Life Insurance
15. Ms. Rieko Shofu (center), Group CEO of Pokka Singapore, Mr. Daniel Teo (second from left), Deputy CEO of Pokka Singapore
17. Mr. Tan Wang Cheow, Chairman & Founder of Food Empire
19. Mr. Chuan Leekpai, Former Prime Minister of Thailand
20. Mr. Suriyon Sriorathaikul, MD of Beauty Gems Group
21. Ms. Nualphan Lamsam, President & CEO of Muang Thai Life Assurance
22. Ms. Pavarisa Chumvigrant, CMO of FINN MOBILE
23. Mr. Chatri Sityodtong, Founder & Chairman of ONE Championship
25. Ms. Pavarisa Chumvigrant, CMO of FINN MOBILE
26. Mr. Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Group
30. Ms. Nualphan Lamsam (second from right), President & CEO of Muang Thai Life Assurance
as a token of appreciation
VIP guests and partners forming part of the Singapore contingent
