MORS Group Hosts 13th Asia Corporate Excellence Awards
The two-day event in Kuala Lumpur recognized business leaders and sustainability champions from 35 countries.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Awards
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The 13th Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability Awards gathered over 500 business leaders and dignitaries in Kuala Lumpur to honor achievements across 45 industries. The program focuses on a Beyond Business philosophy that evaluates organizations based on their tangible positive impacts.
Why it matters
Organizers shifted the focus of this year's awards from purely final achievements to the support systems and mentors that help nurture talent and potential. By highlighting these internal infrastructures, the event aims to redefine standards for organizational excellence.
The 2026 edition of the awards drew 1,238 total nominations across 35 countries and 45 industries. More than 500 business leaders and dignitaries attended the ceremony held over two days.
The players
MORS Group
This organization serves as the primary organizer of the Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability Awards.
Muhammad Haziq Mohd Najib
He is a participant who carried the Malaysian flag during the opening evening of the ceremony.
K. Yogendran
He is a sports coach who carried the Jalur Gemilang on the second evening of the awards event.
The details
The ceremony integrated notable sports figures to emphasize the critical role that mentors and supporters play in professional success. Muhammad Haziq Mohd Najib and Coach K. Yogendran participated by carrying the Malaysian flag and the Jalur Gemilang during the event evenings.
Timeline
October 15, 2026: The first evening of the ACES Awards.
October 16, 2026: The second evening of the ACES Awards.
Culture Shift
The awards reflect a broader global shift toward evaluating corporate success through the lens of the Beyond Business philosophy. This approach prioritizes long-term sustainable impact and support networks rather than traditional top-line financial metrics.
The event highlights evolving standards for corporate responsibility that may eventually influence consumer expectations and employment practices within these 45 industries. Attendees and stakeholders gain exposure to benchmarks for how mentors and support networks drive organizational growth.
The takeaway
Recognizing the support systems behind business success provides a more accurate view of how talent develops in high-pressure environments. Readers can implement this by identifying and valuing the mentors in their own professional support networks.
Further reading
For more on industry recognition and corporate honors, visit our Awards section.
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