The Influential Business Leader of the Year Award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business growth, innovation, and positive change across their industries. This award honors leaders who have exhibited visionary thinking, strategic decision-making, and a strong commitment to ethical practices, inspiring teams, businesses, and communities. By celebrating outstanding leadership, this award encourages others to embrace transformative leadership approaches and set new standards of excellence in business.
The MAWbiz Influential Business Leader of the Year Award is a prestigious initiative recognizing individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business success, innovation, and positive societal impact. These awards honor leaders who have employed visionary strategies, ethical decision-making, and transformative leadership to inspire their teams and industries. By celebrating excellence in leadership, the awards set a benchmark for corporate responsibility, inspire continued progress, and highlight the critical role of influential business leaders in shaping a sustainable and thriving future for organizations and communities.
MAWbiz e-Awards Categories
Each month, MAWbiz presents one award in the following categories:
Judges' Panel
We are privileged to have esteemed professionals on our judges' panel:
Dr. M. R. Maxim
Founder & Managing Director of MAWbiz and Lecturer at Charles Darwin University. Dr. Maxim has a PhD in Environmental Economics and dedicated his academic endeavours in making the world a better place by improving the environment and social cohesion through more ethical business practices.
Gerard M.
Senior Surveyor of Infrastructure projects across Sydney. Gerard M is an engineer with a passion for preserving the environment and wildlife. His professional expertise allows him to understand the environmentally responsible practices in engineering, construction and land management that can reduce emissions, lower pollution and have minimal social and environmental impacts.
Sunny Liu
Campaigns and Engagement Advisor. Sunny has extensive experience working in various non-profit entities to build a strong sense of community engagement and social interactions that lead to community empowerment.
Why Participate
Join Us in Celebrating Leadership Excellence
We invite you to be part of the Influential Business Leader of the Year Award, where we honor outstanding leaders who are shaping the future of business with visionary thinking, strategic leadership, and a commitment to ethical practices. Together, let’s celebrate those who are driving innovation, inspiring teams, and making a lasting impact on their industries and communities. Participate in recognizing the leaders who are setting new standards of excellence, fostering growth, and creating a positive influence that transcends their organizations.
Environmental Responsibility: Acknowledging leaders who exemplify a strong commitment to minimizing environmental impact through sustainable practices and eco-conscious initiatives, setting a benchmark for others to follow.
Innovative Sustainability Solutions: Celebrating visionary leaders who drive creative and scalable solutions, promoting sustainability across their business operations, products, and services while delivering positive environmental and social outcomes.
Leadership in Sustainability and Ethical Practices: Honoring influential business leaders who champion sustainable growth, embrace ethical decision-making, and demonstrate unwavering dedication to long-term environmental stewardship in their strategic vision.
Research Team Selection
Our dedicated research team carefully identifies and evaluates business leaders who demonstrate exceptional leadership, innovation, and impact in their industries. Through detailed analysis, we select nominees who exemplify visionary thinking, strategic decision-making, and ethical leadership. If you or a leader you know embodies these qualities, we will reach out to discuss your nomination for the Influential Business Leader of the Year Award.
Self-Nomination
Leaders who believe their achievements and leadership are making a significant impact are encouraged to submit a self-nomination. To participate, simply complete the Nomination Form and submit it by the deadline of 20 January 2025.
Judging Panel Review
A distinguished panel of industry experts and business leaders will evaluate all nominations, focusing on the innovation, measurable impact, and leadership influence of each nominee. The judges will select leaders who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to business excellence and positive societal impact, ultimately determining the recipients of the Influential Business Leader of the Year Award.
For further details and to nominate yourself or a deserving leader, please visit the MAWbiz Awards Page.
‘The bedrock of MAWbiz lies on three main
pillars, sustainable branding, social
advancement and community empowerment through knowledge sharing –
Dr. M. R. Maxim, Managing Director, MAWbiz
