Calling all noble Knights! It’s that time of year again for innovative changemakers to get the recognition they deserve with The Knights Award Season 2. Nominations for the highly-anticipated second edition of this distinguished award platform are currently open for both individual and/or corporate entrepreneurs, so now is your chance to shine!
Here’s everything you need to know about The Knights Award Season 2:
Join the Knighthood of pioneers
On top of being an awards recognition platform, The Knights Award is also the place to be for trailblazers to network and discover like-minded individuals. Additionally, award winners will have the honour to receive valuable branding and marketing strategies to enhance their brand positioning in the market.
Through continuous business matching, networking sessions and corporate visits, winners will be able to interact and learn from industry players, and explore cross-border and cross-industry collaboration opportunities – stay tuned for even more perks coming your way in future editions!
Since its inception in March this year, The Knights Award has been expanding rapidly to establish an elite community of business leaders, evidenced by the signing of three historical Memorandum of Understanding (MOUs):
- The Knights Award x Malaysia-China Silk Route Business Chamber: To facilitate the proud winners of The Knights Award in international market expansion, especially in China.
- The Knights Award x Influasia Sdn Bhd: To enhance exposure and visibility of award winners through Malaysia’s premier digital media platform.
- The Knights Award x Chamrun Digital Group: To support award winners in their digital transformation efforts to improve competitiveness in the technological era.
Esteemed Knighthood titles to be bestowed upon
Regardless if you’re a young or seasoned business owner, The Knights Award Season 2 welcomes all who seek to enact positive change in our society. There are three award categories that you can submit your nomination for:
a) The Duke: For the most esteemed Knights
The Duke Award is the most prestigious accolade that’s reserved for individuals with the most outstanding achievement and unwavering honour in their respective fields. Titles include (but aren’t limited to) Top Male or Female Entrepreneur Of The Year, Top Agency of the Year, and Most Revered Innovator Of The Year.
Qualifying criteria:
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- Legally registered company with at least three years of operation.
- Annual revenue of more than RM10 million.
b) The Earl: For companies leading the pack
The Earl Award is a distinctive title that recognises companies that made significant strides and contributions in their industry, with titles such as Leading Brand Excellence, Non-profit/Government Organisation Of The Year, and Fastest Growing Company.
Qualifying criteria:
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- Legally registered company with at least two years of operation.
- Annual revenue of up to RM10 million.
c) The Baron: For the prodigies
Those worthy of the Baron Award are the rising, unshakeable movers and shakers of the industry, brimming with novel ideas that have the potential to change the world. Award winners will be bestowed with titles like Rising Star, Rising Personal Branding, and Rising Workplace.
Qualifying criteria:
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- Legally registered company with at least one year of operation.
- Annual revenue of up to RM1 million.
The noble Lords who’ll be passing judgement
By collaborating with famous icons and organisations locally and internationally, The Knights Award formed the Council of Lords, a committee of distinguished individuals who are experts in their respective crafts, to ensure their ennoblement process is conducted rigorously and transparently.
Here are the key industry leaders that make up the Council of Lords:
- Dr. Zyro Wong, Founder of The Knights Award
- YBM Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, Father of Malaysian Economic Development & Founder of Petronas
- Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Ong Tee Keat, President of Malaysia-China Silk Route Business Chamber
- Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Ghauth Jasmon, Founding President of Multimedia University (MMU)
- YBHG. PPJ. Bersekutu (PA) Puan Sri To’ Puan Datuk Prof. Dr. Shariffa Sabrina Binti Syed Akil, President of Women’s Sport Fitness Foundation of Malaysia
- Dato Hj Ismail Nordin, President of Financial Consulting Cooperative Limited (FICCOP)
- Datuk Dr Kumararajah, Council Member of the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia
- Juan Jose Delgado, The leader behind the biggest international sales day in Amazon
- Professor Dato’ Dr Jayles Yeoh, President & CEO Of Asia Metropolitan University
- Dr. Jon Low, Doctor of Stomatology
- Leng Yein, Asia’s #1 Female DJ
- Kelvin Chan Kin Man, Hong Kong TVB Artiste
The Council of Lords will also be presenting the awards to the winners, so if you’re worthy, you’ll be able to meet them in person!
Will you be the new generation of Knights?
So whether you’re a young startup company, an individual entrepreneur or a veteran in the industry, The Knights Awards Season 2 welcomes all who brought significant impact in their profession or have the potential to make it big.
The Knights Award Season 2 nominations are currently open until 31 October, with the Ennoblement Ceremony taking place in December @ W Kuala Lumpur.
Ready to make a difference? Now you can submit your nominations here to join this elite networking platform. After all, every entrepreneur deserves recognition and encouragement to succeed through Bond, Build, and Bloom.
For more info on The Knights Award Season 2, visit their website at theknightsaward.com or follow them on Facebook and Instagram. If you prefer a personal touch, feel free to contact Gabriel, Communication Director of The Knights Award, at +601123323671.
Also read: The Knights Award Returns! Here’s What M’sian Entrepreneurs Need To Know About Season 2
