LIFE AT WORK - 2024 Winners

Congratulations 2024 Winners

Congratulations to all winners who have pioneered best practices in their own respective industries in creating increasingly diverse, inclusive and family-friendly workplaces.

Best Organisation

The winner of this award will be decided based on the number of award categories an organisation has won in for LAWA 2024. Organisations are encouraged to enroll in as many award categories that are relevant to your organisation’s initatives.

International Organisation

Winner

Micron Memory Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

CIBA Vision Johor Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn. Bhd.

Public Listed Company

Winner

Sunway Group

1st Runner Up

Sime Darby Property Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Pos Malaysia Berhad

Private Limited Company

Winner

Zuspresso (M) Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Tanah Makmur Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Centauri Services & Technology Sdn. Bhd.

Small Medium Enterprise

Winner

Central Force International Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Above Creative Events (M) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Enfrasys Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Public Sector

Winner

Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera

1st Runner Up

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

2nd Runner Up

Bank Negara Malaysia

CEO Champion

This prestigious award acknowledges the foremost leader within the organisation who exemplifies an unwavering commitment to advancing the DEI agenda.

International Organisation

Winner

Jeevan Rajoo

Tata Consultancy Services Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Mark Bueltel-Herz

BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Justin O'Doherty

Synthomer Sdn. Bhd.

Public Listed Company

Winner

Dato' Seri Azmir Merican

Sime Darby Property Berhad

1st Runner Up

Tan Aik Keong

Agmo Holdings Berhad

2nd Runner Up

See Chin Joo

Kucingko Berhad

Private Limited Company

Winner

Kingston Seet

Centauri Services & Technology Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Ching Chiau Lee

Mattel (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Timmy Ang

Armstrong Auto Parts Sdn. Bhd.

Small Medium Enterprise

Winner

Sayersilan A/L Periannan

MSP Hitect (M) Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Dr. Thomas Ong

NanoTextile Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Zahir Mohammed

AMK Technology Sdn. Bhd.

Public Sector & Others

Winner

Farid Wajidi Mat Yusoff

USAINS Holding Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Hj. Mohd. Yusuri Yusof

Kedah Industrial Skills and Management Development Centre

2nd Runner Up

Mahdi Tekieh Sadat

IRAN-ASEAN Business Council

CHRO Champion

This award honours the CHRO for making positive changes that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. The recipient played a key role in shaping policies for a more diverse and inclusive workforce, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

International Organisation

Winner

Cathlyn Chong

AIA Shared Services Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Chua Chai Ping

Experian Marketing Services (M) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Dato’ Norashikin Ismail

Synthomer Sdn. Bhd.

Public Listed Company

Winner

Azaharin Abd Latiff

AmMetLife Insurance Berhad

1st Runner Up

Shuhaibahtulaslamiah Hurmuzan

Small Medium Enterprise Development Bank Malaysia Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Chua Eng Imm

Sime Darby Property Berhad

Private Limited Company

Winner

Adlan Ma'arup

Tanah Makmur Berhad

1st Runner Up

Chong Tze Hui

Centauri Services & Technology Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Cheah Li-Li

Mulia Property Development Sdn. Bhd.

Small Medium Enterprise

Winner

Micky Ng

Above Creative Events (M) Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Lyn Mohamed

Trisilco IT Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

V. Vigneswaran Veeriah

Enfrasys Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Public Sector & Others

Winner

Ahmad Syuhaimy Haji Mohd Ali

Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera

1st Runner Up

Ata Nourosana

IRAN-ASEAN Business Council

Promising Young HR

This award recognises individuals in HR with less than 5 years of experience, highlighting their promising leadership skills, innovative approaches to HR, and dedication to positively impacting their organisation’s HR initiatives. Its goal is to identify emerging talents in HR who are on track to make significant contributions as they progress in their careers.

International Organisation

Winner

Foong Zi Qing

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Hanna Nassehah Hairom

Micron Memory Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Muhammad Aliff Naim

Fujitsu Systems Global Solutions Management Sdn. Bhd.IRAN-ASEAN Business Council

Public Listed Company

Winner

Adelaide Angela Gom

Sime Darby Property Berhad

1st Runner Up

Adlina Atikah Amran

CIMB Bank Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Teo Yong Kiat

Chin Hin Group Berhad

Private Limited Company

Winner

Alia Syafiqah

Tanah Makmur Berhad

1st Runner Up

Aiman Bin Hamzah

Zuspresso (M) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Victoria Ng Xin Yi

Shangri-La Group (Traders Hotel Sdn. Bhd.)

Small Medium Enterprise

Winner

Yoggini Vignesvaran

SOLS Energy Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Siti Dieyana Ayunie Ghazali

Pandai Education Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Vickkie Yap Jing Xuan

Enfrasys Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Public Sector & Others

Winner

Safarina Abdul Samat

Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera

1st Runner Up

Sina Lohrasb

IRAN-ASEAN Business Council

Women in the Workforce

This award recognises organisations committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for women. It honours innovative initiatives such as mentorship programmes, targeted professional development, and comprehensive diversity and inclusion policies. Recipients are acknowledged for their proactive efforts in promoting gender equality and ensuring the success and well-being of women in the workplace.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

CIBA Vision Johor Sdn. Bhd

1st Runner Up

Micron Memory Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Allianz Malaysia Berhad

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Central Force International Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Grant Thornton Malaysia PLT

Diversity Hiring

This award honours organisations for their outstanding commitment to building a diverse workforce. This recognition highlights innovative strategies that go beyond traditional methods, emphasising efforts to attract and retain a variety of talents. Whether through focused recruitment, inclusive hiring practices, or comprehensive diversity and inclusion policies, awardees have demonstrated a proactive and impactful approach in creating a workforce that embraces diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

Technocom Systems Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Micron Memory Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

HELP University Sdn. Bhd.

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

1st Runner Up

Above Creative Events (M) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Zuspresso (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Young Graduates

This award celebrates organisations that exhibit exceptional dedication and innovation in fostering opportunities for recent graduates entering the workforce. This prestigious accolade acknowledges initiatives that extend beyond conventional practices, showcasing inventive strategies to support the career development and growth of young professionals. Whether through mentorship programmes, tailored training initiatives, or comprehensive entry-level employment policies, recipients of this award are distinguished for their forward-thinking and impactful efforts in paving the way for the success of young graduates as they embark on their professional journeys.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

Wipro Unza (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Khazanah Nasional Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Ernst & Young Consulting Sdn. Bhd.

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Bank Negara Malaysia

1st Runner Up

Zuspresso (M) Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Central Force International Sdn. Bhd.

Talent Sustainability

This award recognises organisations that have demonstrated outstanding efforts in fostering and sustaining talent within their workforce which implies a focus on developing, retaining, and nurturing the skills and potential of employees for the long term.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

Sunway Group

1st Runner Up

CIMB Bank Berhad

2nd Runner Up

UEM Sunrise Berhad

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

CUCKOO International (MAL) Berhad

1st Runner Up

Kumpulan Wang Persaraan (Diperbadankan)

2nd Runner Up

GoGet Malaysia

Workplace Excellence

The award honours organisations for outstanding strategies in building an exceptional work environment and fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture. These organisations have implemented initiatives that significantly enhance employee well-being and success, reflecting a strong dedication to best practices in leadership, employee engagement, and workplace innovation.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

CIBA Vision Johor Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Celestica Electronics (M) Sdn. Bhd.

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera

1st Runner Up

Tanah Makmur Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Ikano Corporation Sdn. Bhd.

Corporate Social Responsibility

This award honours organisations dedicated to fostering positive societal impact through inventive, sustainable initiatives that leave a lasting footprint on local communities.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

Pos Malaysia Berhad

1st Runner Up

L'Oreal MYSG

2nd Runner Up

Sunway Group

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Ikano Corporation Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Bagan Specialist Centre Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

Veritas Architects Sdn. Bhd.

Employee Care & Well-Being

This award recognises companies committed to fostering a culture of care and well-being among their employees. Through their initiatives in eldercare, childcare, and self-care, these companies prioritise supporting their staff in harmonising caregiving duties with professional responsibilities, ensuring a balanced and nurturing work environment.

International / Public Listed Company

Winner

PwC in Malaysia

1st Runner Up

United Overseas Bank (Malaysia) Bhd

2nd Runner Up

MUFG Bank (Malaysia) Berhad

Private Limited / Small Medium Enterprise / Public Sector

Winner

Zuspresso (M) Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Dpstar Thermo Control Electric Sdn. Bhd.

2nd Runner Up

GrowthOps Asia

Technology for Inclusion

This award recognises organisations that showcase notable achievements in utilising technology to advance DEI goals. This includes implementing inclusive hiring practices, developing diverse and equitable technologies, and leveraging tech solutions to address societal inequities.

Winner

British American Tobacco (Malaysia) Berhad

1st Runner Up

bp Malaysia

2nd Runner Up

Roche Services (Asia Pacific) Sdn. Bhd.

Environmental Practices

This award recognises companies that demonstrate exceptional environmental stewardship and excellence in environmental practices. These companies stand out for their commitment to reducing emissions, promoting environmental stewardship through conservation and restoration initiatives, enhancing environmental monitoring and reporting efforts, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to share knowledge and promote sustainability.

Winner

Biocon Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Shell Malaysia

2nd Runner Up

Sunway Group

Green Technology Innovation

This award recognises companies that demonstrate pioneering efforts in developing and implementing innovative solutions to promote environmental sustainability. These companies are leaders in investing in renewable energy sources, implementing energy-efficient technologies, adopting sustainable practices, and dedicating resources to research and development aimed at advancing environmental sustainability.

Winner

Micron Memory Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.

1st Runner Up

Pos Malaysia Berhad

2nd Runner Up

Johor Plantations Group Berhad

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