08.16.23
AS Watson Group has been recognized with 12 Stevie awards at the 20th International Business Awards.
These includes six Gold, four Silver and two Bronze accolades, with being named Company of the Year in Retail. The group's performance is exemplified by the achievement of its CEO, Malina Ngai, receiving the title of Executive of the Year in Retail.
"We are incredibly proud to be the recipient of 12 esteemed Stevie Awards, acknowledging our commitment to O+O platform strategy, social media creativity and industry leadership,” said Ngai, CEO of A.S. Watson (Asia & Europe). “It is truly heartening to see the hard work and dedication of our incredible team of 130,000 colleagues from all over the world being recognized on such a global platform."
One judge remarked, “AS Watson Group's remarkable growth and resilience over 180 years make it a standout in the health and beauty retail industry. Their expansion into new markets, strong business results despite the pandemic, and unique O+O platform strategy demonstrate innovation and adaptability. Exceeding sustainability targets showcases their commitment to making a positive impact. Their impressive rise in the rankings further solidifies their position as a global leader in the retail sector. The Group sets an inspiring example for other companies, showcasing that success and sustainability can go hand-in-hand even during challenging times.”
AS Watson was awarded Company of the Year – Retail; Executive of the Year – Retail; Communications or PR Campaign of the Year - Influencer Management; Communications or PR Campaign of the Year - Influencer Marketing; Communications or PR Campaign of the Year – Environmental; Communications or PR Campaign of the Year - Community Engagement; Communications or PR Campaign of the Year – Sport; Cause & Green - Sustainable Event; Corporate & Community - Community Engagement Event; Mobile App – Shopping; Mobile App - Best User Experience; and Technology Department of the Year.