Vietnam is at a crossroads. The country is transitioning from rapid growth to responsible, inclusive development, with the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards opening Wave 2 nominations. The ACES Awards is a leading platform in Asia, recognising businesses and leaders that drive transformation through sustainability, innovation, and long-term vision.
What is the ACES Awards?
- The Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards is a platform that recognises businesses and leaders across Asia for their impact in leadership, sustainability, and responsible growth.
- The ACES Awards highlights those driving meaningful change in their industries and communities.
The ACES Awards has been in operation for 12 years and is one of the most respected platforms in Asia, providing a platform for businesses to showcase their leadership and commitment to sustainability.
The Impact of the ACES Awards on Vietnamese Businesses
Vietnamese businesses are stepping up to address the challenges of inflation, global shifts, and the urgency to transition to a green, circular economy. From clean energy to responsible supply chains and people-first cultures, the private sector is fast becoming a force for change.
- Examples include Binh Tien Consumer Goods, named one of Asia’s Inspiring Workplaces for sustainability and employee engagement under Cindy Vuu Le Quyen.
- Highlands Coffee, led by Founder and Chairman David Thai, was honoured as one of Asia’s Most Influential Companies for visionary leadership rooted in community values.
These recognitions demonstrate the growing momentum and potential of Vietnamese companies to drive positive change.
The Role of ACES in Empowering Vietnam’s Sustainability Transition
The ACES Awards is also exploring grant support and regional partnerships to empower Vietnam’s sustainability transition. The companies that are honoured today may be tomorrow’s catalysts.
“Vietnam has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability,” said Dr. Shanggari Balakrishnan, President of ACES Awards and CEO of MORS Group. “ACES is also exploring grant support and regional partnerships to empower Vietnam’s sustainability transition. The companies we honour today may be tomorrow’s catalysts.”
This quote highlights the significance of the ACES Awards in supporting Vietnam’s sustainability transition.
The ACES Awards 2025 Takes Place on November 27-28
The ACES Awards 2025 will take place on November 27-28 in Bali, Taiwan, or Malaysia, with the final host city to be announced in June.
- Wave 2 closes on April 30.
- Categories for the awards include Individual Leadership, Corporate Leadership, and Corporate Sustainability.
Businesses can visit www.acesawards.com to nominate for the 2025 ACES Awards.
Nominate for the ACES Awards 2025
To nominate for the 2025 ACES Awards, contact Rhasvin Sidhu at rhasvin@acesawards.com. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
About the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards
The Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards is a leading platform that recognises businesses and leaders across Asia for their impact in leadership, sustainability, and responsible growth. ACES highlights those driving meaningful change in their industries and communities.
| Definition of Sustainability | Definition of Corporate Excellence |
|---|---|
| sustainability refers to the ability of an organisation to operate in a way that minimises harm to the environment and maximises the well-being of people and communities. | corporate excellence refers to the ability of an organisation to achieve its goals and objectives through effective leadership, innovation, and responsible growth. |
Examples of Vietnamese Companies Earning ACES Awards
Vietnamese companies have earned 22 ACES Awards to date, demonstrating the growing momentum and potential of the country’s private sector to drive positive change.
- These companies have shown leadership and commitment to sustainability, innovation, and responsible growth.
- Examples include Binh Tien Consumer Goods and Highlands Coffee.
These recognitions demonstrate the growing potential of Vietnamese companies to drive positive change.
Stay Up-to-Date with the ACES Awards
To stay up-to-date with the ACES Awards, visit www.acesawards.com or follow the ACES Awards on social media.
