SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 3 April 2024 - Following the success of the CEO Summit and Award Ceremony held at the Fullerton Hotel in Singapore on the 15th of March, Influential Brands® extended its reach to Thailand, hosting another grand event at the Chatrium Grand Bangkok Hotel on the 1st of April, 2024. The events served as a platform to celebrate and acknowledge the innovative leaders and businesses in ASIA with the participation of more than 300 influential personalities, including top executives and entrepreneurs. As a regional company, Influential Brands celebrated Asia's Best in Class in Singapore and Thailand with a presence of more than 350 C-suite executives from leading companies from across the region such as Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and China. At the CEO Summit in Singapore, Mr. Seah Kian Peng, Speaker of Parliament, and Guest of Honour at the event, emphasised the need for adaptability in the face of evolving consumer needs and technological advancements. He stated, "It is incumbent upon strong leadership to not only acknowledge these challenges but also to embrace the winds of change." He urged business leaders to contribute to the emerging green economy, emphasizing that 'innovation becomes paramount.' Moreover, he emphasized the government's role in supporting businesses, facilitating innovation, and enhancing competitiveness to address sustainability challenges effectively. He stated, "The Government remains committed to supporting businesses, facilitating innovation, optimizing resources, and enhancing competitiveness." Some of the esteemed Awardees recognised in Singapore include prominent Brands, such as: FairPrice Group and ZALORA. Ms. Elaine Heng, Deputy Group CEO and CEO Retail Business at FairPrice Group, said: "We are humbled to receive Influential Brands' Top Brand 2023 awards for Supermarket, Online Grocery Retailer, and Supermarket Private Label. Our mission of moderating the cost of living for all in Singapore is always at the top of our minds, and we are deeply committed to serving our customers with heart across all our touchpoints, everyday." Mr. Achint Setia, Chief Revenue and Marketing Officer at ZALORA Group, said: "We are honoured to be awarded Singapore's Top 2023 E-Commerce Fashion Retailer by Influential Brands. This award is a testament to our commitment to creating WOW-worthy experiences for our local fashion communities." At the grand event held at the Chatrium Grand Bangkok Hotel, Influential Brands and its Thailand's partner, Neo Target, proudly awarded the following esteemed individuals and organisations for their outstanding contributions to their respective industries. Some prominent awardees include Tops, Lotus's, Major Cineplex, Thai Life Insurance, Muang Thai Life Assurance, among other distinguished awardees. TOP EMPLOYERS HONOURED FOR TRANSFORMING THE WORK ENVIRONMENT TO MEET CHANGING EMPLOYEE NEEDS IN SINGAPORE Backed by a robust anonymous employee survey with the participation of more than 15,000 employees, 10 companies are crowned "Asia's Top Employers". These organisations have not only exceeded industry standards but have also demonstrated a profound commitment to fostering meaningful employee engagement, establishing a strong alignment between employee and company culture, and implementing pertinent HR practices in the digital age. The Awardees are: Aspial Corporation (Lifestyle Retail), CGS International Securities Singapore (Financial Services), Declarators (Customs Permit Declaration & Courier Services), Income Insurance (Insurance), Klook (Travel and Experiences), LUXASIA (Luxury Beauty Retail & Distribution), NTUC LearningHub (Continuing Education & Training Institute), PlayFACTO School (Premium Student Care), Razer (Technology) and SATS (Cargo, Ground Handling and Food Solutions Provider) are lauded by their own employees through anonymous surveys as excellent employers. Ms. Carol Fong, Group Chief Executive Officer at CGS International Securities, said: "This accolade is testament to our unwavering commitment to nurturing a positive and inclusive work environment, where every team member feels valued and empowered. Our people are the heart of our business. Therefore, it is important that every employee goes through a journey of growth and excellence with us and that we foster a workplace where talent is nurtured. We thank all of our employees for standing by our PACES (People-oriented, Accountability, Collaboration, Excellence, and Sustainability) core values, as we work towards our vision of becoming a leading and world-class investment bank in Asia." Ms. Angie Ng, Chief People Officer at Income Insurance Limited Singapore, said: "We are elated to have received...