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Recognising Exceptional Homegrown Companies in the Middle East Region
MALAYSIA NATIONAL BUSINESS AWARDS
The nominations for the 3rd year of the Malaysia National Business Awards is now open!
Malaysia National Business Awards is an initiative to honour exceptional local businesses in Malaysia. The awards will recognise the contributions of local firms to SEA economies.
This awards programme is open to homegrown companies in Malaysia.
If you have any outstanding project, product, service or initiative and want to stand out as one of the best local companies in the country, nominate now and get the recognition that your company deserves.
Our previous awardees were lauded for their hard work and dedication that brought tangible contributions to their businesses. They came from the biggest companies, including; Daythree Business Services Sdn Bhd, IDOTYOU Sdn Bhd, Love & Laugh Group Sdn Bhd, Nizamsculpture Studio, Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad, Boustead DCNS Naval Corporation Sdn. Bhd., Nature Farm Enterprise Sdn Bhd, Hong Leong MSIG Takaful Bhd.
Testimonials
What do our winners say about winning the award?
Mohamed Iran Moriff Chief Operating Officer of Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad
This has inspired us to continue innovating by leveraging the latest technological advancements to cater to the need for a diversified portfolio of customers while continuing to deliver value for our customers.
Mohamed Iran Moriff Chief Operating Officer of Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad
Adrian Ung Group Commercial Director of Nature Farm Enterprise Sdn Bhd
We are very honoured to have won the award and I would say that this spurs us to go and move forward and hopefully to be the best the most progressive and dynamic fresh produce supply in the whole Malaysia.
Adrian Ung Group Commercial Director of Nature Farm Enterprise Sdn Bhd
Alison Gay Co-CEO and Creative Director of Carezza
We are delighted to be recognised by the business community in Hong Kong. When you're working day to day you just get on with things but get recognised it's amazing.
Alison Gay Co-CEO and Creative Director of Carezza
Danny Yeung CEO & Co-Founder of Prenetics
It's a privilege to win this award, given that we are homegrown company and certainly we want to inspire other entrepreneurs. other biotech companies that in Hong Kong you can build a truly global organisation and certainly I think that's very important for us.
Danny Yeung CEO & Co-Founder of Prenetics
Angus Tsang Chief Financial Office and Company Secretay of CN Logistics International Holdings Limited
I would like to express my gratitude to SBR giving this accolade. I think in a time like this a lot of business leaders as well as organisation is looking for affirmation of what they are doing because most of us are flying blind in this period. We try to do our best. Sometimes we wonder whether our best is enough to both sustain it as a business but more importantly to make sure that we cater to the needs of our clientele.
I think this award is a strong affirmation and testament to me and my teams efforts. We are very encourage by it.
Angus Tsang Chief Financial Office and Company Secretay of CN Logistics International Holdings Limited
Watch videos from past winners


2022 Winner: Daythree Business Services Sdn Bhd


2022 Winner: IDOTYOU SDN BHD


2022 Winner: Love & Laugh Group Sdn Bhd
Why should you enter?


SHARE YOUR STORY
Talk about your winning achievements, strategies and initiatives in an interview that you can share with clients, peers, and colleagues to let them know that you are an award-winning company.


AMPLIFY
Reach potential clients as you let your achievements and initiatives be known and honoured in Asia.


EXPOSURE
The Asian Business Review magazine is printed annually and goes out to the senior management in South East Asia, North Asia, and the Middle East region. It is distributed to Airport Lounges, Transportation providers, Hotels, Coffee Shops, Co-Working Space, Restaurants, Fitness Centers, Embassies among others.
Meet the Judges


Ngu Heng Sing
Executive Director, Transaction Services, Deal Advisory
KPMG in Malaysia
Heng Sing started his career with KPMG by joining the Assurance division in 2007 and move to KPMG in Malaysia’s Transaction Services division in May 2011.
He has experience in the audit of various public listed companies and multinationals from different industries including manufacturing, construction, plantation, automotive, poultry, and financial institutions.
He has also worked on due diligence engagements covering financial, commercial and operational for private equity firms, corporate investors, government agencies, and government-linked companies.
Among his notable engagements include:
• Assisted a leading technology company in their acquisition of various start-up companies, which included e-payment companies, online-to-offline e- commerce platforms, bicycle sharing company, and online grocery and delivery company;
• Assisted a private equity fund in the acquisition of various retail chains in Malaysia, which included pharmacies, budget stores, and specialty stores;
• Assisted the management of a leading global hamburger fast food chain in their proposed divestment of franchise rights in Malaysia and Singapore; • Assisted a sovereign wealth fund in the market study and assessment of the online photo printing industry;
• Assisted a local investment bank in the development of an external advisors’ manual covering the general process of work performed by reporting accountants, due diligence advisors, and tax advisors.


Dato’ Robert Teo
Managing Partner
RSM Malaysia PLT
Robert has more than 40 years of experience in the fields of corporate taxation, audit assurance and corporate restructuring exercises. Robert has also undertaken Special Administrator appointments by Pengurusan Danaharta Nasional Berhad (Danaharta was established by the Government of Malaysia to act as the national asset management company) for certain public listed companies and is also involved in the restructuring of corporations, some of which are listed on the Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.
His specialised industry knowledge lies in the property, construction and housing development sector with a focus on tax planning. He is an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of Symphony Life Berhad (formerly known as Bolton Berhad), one of the oldest established development group listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia.
Robert is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad (MSC) which is currently one of the world’s leading integrated producer of tin metal and tin-based products and a global leader in custom tin smelting since 1887. He is also Chairman of the Audit Committee of Symphony Life Berhad and MSC.
Robert is on the Board of several Chambers of Commerce / Business Council and participates actively in bilateral initiatives especially on trade issues.
1. Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) – Member of the Board of Directors and a former Past President
2. Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC) – Member of Executive Committee (EXCO) and a former Vice Chairman
3. Italy Malaysia Business Association (IMBA) - Member of Executive Committee
4. Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MSCCI) - Founding member & Member of Executive Committee
Appointed to the Board of Trustees of Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) on 23 September 2018, the oldest and one of the most prominent environmental not for profit, non-governmental organisations in Malaysia.
Serves as the Argentier of Confrerie de La Chaines des Rotisseurs, the oldest not-for-profit food society in existence committed to promoting the culinary and hospitality arts.


Tan Chin Teck
Executive Director, Tax
BDO Malaysia
Chin Teck is an Executive Director in Transfer Pricing at BDO in Malaysia. He has over 11 years of working experience in audit, tax and advisory services.
He started his career in Deal Advisory department of KPMG Malaysia in 2011 and worked on M&A and post-acquisition structuring projects, including financial & tax due diligence, tax structuring advice and SPA review.
Prior to joining BDO, he was also involved in various cross-function projects which include:
- Transfer Pricing;
- Implementation of GST;
- External Audit; and
- Implementation of MFRS 9 Financial Instruments.
Chin Teck then joined the Transfer Pricing practice of BDO Malaysia, advising clients on transfer pricing compliance and advisory issues.
His diverse work experience enables him to help clients review, document, manage and defend their transfer pricing policies and processes. He works with clients to develop sustainable transfer pricing strategies that involve supply chain management, business restructuring, system implications and most importantly, accounting and tax impact.
Guidelines and Criteria
GUIDELINES
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Nominations will be deliberated by a judging committee based on the judging criteria.
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Eligible companies may submit a maximum of four (4) nomination entries.
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Only one company per industry category will be hailed as a winner.
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Nominations and supporting documents will be accepted until 3 March 2023.
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Nomination is free of charge. To receive exclusive entitlements, winners must book any of the winner's package options. Email danica@charltonmediamail.com for more information on pricing and inclusion
ELIGIBILITY
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The awards programme is open to homegrown companies in all industries in Malaysia with global headquarters located in the country.
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Eligible companies may nominate any initiatives that highlight the excellent work of the company such as:
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outstanding project, product or service launched for or with a client
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innovative internal practices or strategies
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The initiative must have been launched or had upgrades, in part or in full, in the last 24 calendar months.
Companies in the following industries are not eligible to join the awards programme: Cryptocurrency, Tobacco, Multilevel Marketing, and Products with claim of health benefits
CATEGORIES
The awards will be given in each of the following industries:
- Automotive Services
- Advertising
- Aerospace
- Aerospace & Defense
- Agriculture
- Airline
- Apparel
- Architecture
- Arts & Lifestyle
- Automotive & Transport Equipment
- Aviation
- Banking
- Beauty & Cosmetics
- Broadcasting
- Brokerage
- Building Services & Facilities
- Business Insurance
- Business Services
- Business Travel Technology
- Cargo Handling
- Chemicals
- Commercial Building construction
- Commercial Real Estate Trust
- Computer Hardware
- Computer Services
- Computer Software
- Conglomerates
- Consulting
- Consumer Products - Durables
- Consumer Products - Non-Durables
- Cooperative
- Corporate Advisory
- Credit Solutions Technology
- Data Center
- Department Stores
- Dining & Entertainment
- Diversified Services
- Education
- Electronic Manufacturing
- Electronics
- Energy
- Engineering
- Environmental Services
- Executive Search
- Financial Services
- Financial Technology
- Food & Beverage
- Food Manufacturing Solutions
- Food Safety
- Fundraising
- Furniture and fixture
- General Insurance
- Government Organisation
- Health Products & Services
- Healthcare
- Healthcare Technology
- Heavy Civil Construction
- Hospitality & Leisure
- Human Resource Technology
- Human Resources Consulting
- Industrial Construction
- Industrial Engineering
- Insurance Broker
- Internet/New Media
- Investment Banking
- IT Services
- Life Insurance
- Legal
- Logistics
- Luxury Retail
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Technology
- Marine and Offshore Engineering
- Marine Services
- Marketing
- Marketing Technology
- Materials & Construction
- Mechanical Engineering
- Media & Entertainment
- Metals & Mining
- Motion Picture & Video
- Music
- Non-Profit Organisation
- Oil & Gas
- Payments
- Printing Technology
- Personal Insurance
- Pharmaceuticals
- Real Estate
- Remittance
- Renewable Energy
- Residential Building construction
- Residential Product Manufacturing
- Retail
- Security
- Shipping
- Social Media Marketing Technology
- Sports
- Supply Chain Technology
- Telecommunications
- Television
- Training and Development
- Transportation
- Travel Services
- Utilities
- Venture Capital
- Wholesale
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING
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Uniqueness & Innovation - Did the project introduce new or cutting-edge innovation?
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Effectiveness & Impact - Did the project achieve its objectives and targets? What measures have been used to assess its success? What was the impact to your company and industry?
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Dynamism - Is the strategy, project, service or product flexible to changes and progressive opportunities?
HOW TO ENTER?
1. Go to the online nomination form.
2. Read the nomination guidelines.
3. Fill out the required fields.
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Company and entrant details
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Chosen categories
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Project title
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Project summary (500-words)
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Client testimonials (optional)
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Project achievements
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Chosen winner's package
4. You will then receive an email confirmation from the Malaysia National Business Awards organisers after your nomination has been received.
5. Should your supporting documents not be ready yet and were not submitted through the nomination form, you may send them to danica@charltonmediamail.com on or before 3 March 2023.
Note: Each nomination form is valid for one (1) entry only. If you are nominating several projects, please enter each separately.
NOMINATION AND WINNERS PACKAGE PRICING
Nomination is free. If your company wins, in order to maximise the benefit of winning, winners are obliged to book any of the winner's package options to attend the awards dinner gathering all the winners of the Malaysia National Business Awards 2023, and other exclusive promotional benefits for the winners.
To know more about the winners package entitlements and pricing, please email danica@charltonmediamail.com.
KEY DATES
Deadline for submission: 3 March 2023
Awards dinner: 8 May 2023, Kuala Lumpur
Past Winners
- Biocare Pharmaceuticals Sdn Bhd - Healthcare
- Daythree Business Services Sdn Bhd - Business Services
- Gaia Plas Berhad - Diversified Services
- IDOTYOU Sdn Bhd - Marketing
- Love & Laugh Group Sdn Bhd - Education
- Nizamsculpture Studio - Arts & Lifestyle
- RHB Bank Berhad - Banking
- Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad - Banking
- Bountiful Ventures Sdn Bhd - Consumer Products (Non-Durables)
- Boustead DCNS Naval Corporation Sdn. Bhd. - Aerospace & Defense
- Empada Sdn Bhd - Oil & Gas
- Hong Leong MSIG Takaful Bhd - Business Insurance
- Myclass technologies sdn bhd - Education
- Nature Farm Enterprise Sdn Bhd - Food & Beverage
Contact Us
For more details, contact:
Danica Avila
(+65) 3158 1386
awards@charltonmediamail.com
Meet the Judges


Ngu Heng Sing
Executive Director, Transaction Services, Deal Advisory
KPMG in Malaysia
Heng Sing started his career with KPMG by joining the Assurance division in 2007 and move to KPMG in Malaysia’s Transaction Services division in May 2011.
He has experience in the audit of various public listed companies and multinationals from different industries including manufacturing, construction, plantation, automotive, poultry, and financial institutions.
He has also worked on due diligence engagements covering financial, commercial and operational for private equity firms, corporate investors, government agencies, and government-linked companies.
Among his notable engagements include:
• Assisted a leading technology company in their acquisition of various start-up companies, which included e-payment companies, online-to-offline e- commerce platforms, bicycle sharing company, and online grocery and delivery company;
• Assisted a private equity fund in the acquisition of various retail chains in Malaysia, which included pharmacies, budget stores, and specialty stores;
• Assisted the management of a leading global hamburger fast food chain in their proposed divestment of franchise rights in Malaysia and Singapore; • Assisted a sovereign wealth fund in the market study and assessment of the online photo printing industry;
• Assisted a local investment bank in the development of an external advisors’ manual covering the general process of work performed by reporting accountants, due diligence advisors, and tax advisors.


Dato’ Robert Teo
Managing Partner
RSM Malaysia PLT
Robert has more than 40 years of experience in the fields of corporate taxation, audit assurance and corporate restructuring exercises. Robert has also undertaken Special Administrator appointments by Pengurusan Danaharta Nasional Berhad (Danaharta was established by the Government of Malaysia to act as the national asset management company) for certain public listed companies and is also involved in the restructuring of corporations, some of which are listed on the Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad.
His specialised industry knowledge lies in the property, construction and housing development sector with a focus on tax planning. He is an Independent Non-Executive Director on the Board of Symphony Life Berhad (formerly known as Bolton Berhad), one of the oldest established development group listed on the Main Board of Bursa Malaysia.
Robert is also an Independent Non-Executive Director of Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad (MSC) which is currently one of the world’s leading integrated producer of tin metal and tin-based products and a global leader in custom tin smelting since 1887. He is also Chairman of the Audit Committee of Symphony Life Berhad and MSC.
Robert is on the Board of several Chambers of Commerce / Business Council and participates actively in bilateral initiatives especially on trade issues.
1. Malaysian-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MGCC) – Member of the Board of Directors and a former Past President
2. Malaysia Australia Business Council (MABC) – Member of Executive Committee (EXCO) and a former Vice Chairman
3. Italy Malaysia Business Association (IMBA) - Member of Executive Committee
4. Malaysian Spanish Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MSCCI) - Founding member & Member of Executive Committee
Appointed to the Board of Trustees of Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) on 23 September 2018, the oldest and one of the most prominent environmental not for profit, non-governmental organisations in Malaysia.
Serves as the Argentier of Confrerie de La Chaines des Rotisseurs, the oldest not-for-profit food society in existence committed to promoting the culinary and hospitality arts.


Tan Chin Teck
Executive Director, Tax
BDO Malaysia
Chin Teck is an Executive Director in Transfer Pricing at BDO in Malaysia. He has over 11 years of working experience in audit, tax and advisory services.
He started his career in Deal Advisory department of KPMG Malaysia in 2011 and worked on M&A and post-acquisition structuring projects, including financial & tax due diligence, tax structuring advice and SPA review.
Prior to joining BDO, he was also involved in various cross-function projects which include:
- Transfer Pricing;
- Implementation of GST;
- External Audit; and
- Implementation of MFRS 9 Financial Instruments.
Chin Teck then joined the Transfer Pricing practice of BDO Malaysia, advising clients on transfer pricing compliance and advisory issues.
His diverse work experience enables him to help clients review, document, manage and defend their transfer pricing policies and processes. He works with clients to develop sustainable transfer pricing strategies that involve supply chain management, business restructuring, system implications and most importantly, accounting and tax impact.
Malaysia National Business Awards


Malaysia National Business Awards
Malaysia National Business Awards is a prestigious awards programme that honours the best projects and initiatives of local and homegrown companies in Malaysia.

Malaysia National Business Awards
Testimonials
Check out what past winners have said upon receiving their award.


2022 Winner: Daythree Business Services Sdn Bhd


2022 Winner: IDOTYOU SDN BHD


2022 Winner: Love & Laugh Group Sdn Bhd


2021 Winner: Bank Islam Malaysia Berhad


2021 Winner: Boustead DCNS Naval Corporation Sdn. Bhd.


2021 Winner: Nature Farm Enterprise Sdn Bhd
Awards Highlights
Revolutionising the training arena with Gameka’s online game
The company received an award at the 2023 Malaysia National Business Awards.
In an increasingly digital and fast-paced market environment, talents have become sought after for organisations looking to succeed in highly...
Sensing the Moment at Senja Aman’s Integrated Wellness Resort
Senja Aman Holdings wins in this year’s Malaysia National Business Awards.
Malaysia and especially Penang, is a favourite destination for international visitors and medical tourism, and to capitalise on this opportunity...
A step forward to banking convenience and services with AFFIN BANK’s ASDL
The company wins in this year’s Malaysia National Business Awards.
Customers rely on banks to safeguard their finances, and in some cases, even important valuables and belongings. Safe Deposit Lockers provide peace of mind...
Driving sales through large inclusive family prizes with Eco-Shop Marketing
The company wins in this year’s Malaysia National Business Awards.
Targeting customers with promotional offerings is not anything new, but for Eco-Shop Marketing, they introduced big prizes that allowed customers to share the...
Innovative companies prioritise sustainability, social responsibility: RSM
This comes amidst the growing need for businesses to promote ESG compliance amongst their stakeholders.
Dato’ Robert Teo is the founder of professional practice firm RSM Malaysia PLT, a member of the RSM International network...
Be recognised as one of the top Malaysian companies at the Malaysia Technology Excellence Awards, National Business Awards, and International Business Awards
Deadline of submission of entries is on 3 March 2023.
Malaysia continues to recover from the impacts of various economic challenges it has recently faced, which includes the Russia-Ukraine war and other geopolitical tensions...
Nizamsculpture Studio nabs Malaysia National Business Award for Arts & Lifestyle
Its latest sculpture is the largest piece created by renowned sculpture artist Nizam Abdullah to date.
Nizamsculpture Studio has taken its artistic concepts and aspirations to new heights with its Meranti Sculpture, which can...
IDOTYOU snags Malaysia National Business Award for Marketing
Its online beauty party racked in one month’s worth of e-commerce sales in 24 hours for L’Oreal Malaysia.
With the pandemic came a large shift in people’s priorities and lifestyles, becoming more aware of proper health and...
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are eligible to nominate?
The awards programme is open to all homegrown companies in Malaysia that are currently headquartered in the country.
What can I nominate?
Homegrown companies in Malaysia may nominate any initiative that highlights the excellent work of the company, such as:
-
outstanding project, product or service launched for or with a client
-
innovative internal practices or strategies
The initiative or project must have been launched or had upgrades, in part or in full, in the last 24 calendar months.
How do I nominate?
Go to the online nomination form of the Malaysia National Business Awards 2023.
On the form, you will be asked to provide company and entrant details, as well as your entry's title, 500-word write-up, client feedback (if any), project achievements, supporting documents and project photos.
Kindly also select the winner's package option that you will book in the event that you successfully win the award.
Should you need more time to collate your supporting documents, you may send the three (3) project photos and supporting documents to danica@charltonmediamail.com on or before 3 March 2023.
Note: Each nomination form is valid for one (1) entry only. If you are nominating several projects, please fill out separate nomination forms.
Can I send two or more entries for our company?
Each participant can submit a maximum of four (4) entries.
Note that each online nomination form is valid for one entry only. If you are submitting multiple entries, please enter each separately in the nomination form.
Can I nominate for more than 1 category?
Yes, you may enter your initiative in multiple categories which applies to your company's industry.
As each company can nominate a maximum of four (4) entries for the awards programme, it is the choice of the participants the best way to maximise this to have a higher chances of winning an award.
How many winners per category?
Only one (1) winning company will be awarded in each industry category.
Is there a cost involved?
Nomination is free of charge. To receive exclusive promotional entitlements and attend the prestigious awards dinner, winners must book any of the winner's package options.
You may email danica@charltonmediamail.com for more information on pricing and inclusions.
Will there be an awards dinner this year?
Yes, there will be an awards dinner in Kuala Lumpur to gather all the winning companies and celebrate their well-deserved win.
More details will be provided to the winners after the announcement of results.
When is the deadline to submit an entry?
The deadline for submission is on 3 March 2023, Friday.
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