THE ACES 2024

Celebrating Sustainability and Leadership in Asia

ACES Awards 2024

Reflecting on a year of excellence in Bangkok, Thailand

Marking its 11th edition, the Asia CorporateExcellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards 2024 took place on 14–15 November 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. Over two days, the event convened the region’s most forward-thinking leaders and corporations to honour remarkable achievements in corporate leadership and sustainability—underscoring how responsible business growth continues to transform Asia’s corporate landscape.

The 2024 edition drew an unprecedented 682 nominations spanning 17 countries and 41 industries, reflecting a rising commitment to excellence and sustainability across the region. After a rigorous selection process, 250 finalists were shortlisted, with 93 winners emerging—59 recognised for leadership and 34 for sustainability—setting new standards for innovation, resilience, and impact.

Alongside the awards, the ACES Summit 2024 served as a vibrant platform for industry pioneers, sustainability advocates, and executives to exchange insights on ESG strategies, leadership frameworks, and progressive business models geared towards long-term success.

Through high-impact networking, knowledge-sharing sessions, and strategic collaborations, the 2024 ceremony solidified ACES’s status as Asia’s foremost arena for corporate excellence and sustainability—showcasing the critical importance of visionary leadership in shaping a more sustainable, competitive, and prosperous future.

Event Highlights

2 Days of Prestige

A review of the summit, awards ceremony and grand celebration

Day 1 · Summit

The opening day gathered visionary leaders and innovators to explore Sustainability Value Chain Mapping. Engaging masterclasses and dynamic discussions set the stage for strategies that drive sustainability and innovation across industries.

A keynote speaker engages with influential leaders at ACES Summit 2024, exchanging ideas to advance innovation and environmental stewardship.
Industry leaders collaborating at ACES Summit 2024, presenting their group discussions and innovative strategies to drive sustainability and inspire collective action.
Collaborative discussions take center stage at ACES Summit 2024, as leaders share insights and develop strategies to tackle key sustainability challenges.

Day 1 · Awards

The 11th ACES Awards kicked off with a celebration of trailblazing leaders in sustainability, corporate responsibility, and environmental innovation—recognising those who are shaping Asia’s future.

Day 2 · Summit

Day 2 focused on Leadership Excellence and Transformative Innovation, featuring a masterclass on ‘Mastering Sun Tzu’s Art of War’ with Gerald Kong. This session provided powerful insights on applying ancient strategies to modern business challenges, inspiring leaders to drive impactful change.

Celebrating Asia’s visionary leaders at the ACES Awards 2024.

Day 2 · Awards

The final night of the ACES Awards celebrated visionary leaders, spotlighting those redefining industries and creating impactful legacies. It was an evening of inspiration and recognition, honoring excellence in leadership and innovation.

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