The CEO Summit & Award Ceremony organised by think-tank Influential Brands brought together more than 350 senior executives across the region, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, Cambodia and China.

Held in Singapore and Bangkok on March 28 and March 6 respectively, the events aimed to recognise and honour pioneers in various industries who have made a profound impact on their customers, consumers, employees and the environment.

This year marked the inaugural presentation of the Top Sustainability Companies awards. In Singapore, City Developments Limited (CDL) and UOL Group were lauded for their transparent and impactful sustainability reporting.

Both companies demonstrated impressive leadership in sustainability, setting an inspiring standard through the transparent and impactful reporting of their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts.

Ms Esther An, Chief Sustainability Officer at CDL, said: “With the escalating climate emergency negatively impacting lives and livelihoods, collective action is critical. CDL is deeply honoured to receive the Sustainability Award, which recognises our unwavering dedication to the strategic integration of sustainability for three decades.

“No one can save the planet alone. Focusing on collaborative action has allowed us to build capacity, share knowledge and pioneer green solutions and innovations. We remain hopeful for our planet’s future and continue to stand guided by our corporate ethos, ‘Conserving as We Construct’, creating long-term value for our stakeholders and inculcating a culture of doing well by doing good.”

The highlight of the event was the recognition of the Top CEOs who were assessed based on their capacity to expand their business (local and international), financial performance, innovation and personal integrity.

The title of Asia's Top CEO was awarded to Ms Carol Fong, CDL Director and Group CEO of CGS International Securities, in recognition of her progressive leadership and regional impact.

Congratulations to CDL and Ms Carol Fong on their well-deserved wins!