The Future Trends Awards 2025 took place on February 28, 2025, at the Pirun Hall, Bitec, Bangkok, celebrating the extraordinary contributions of individuals and organizations driving innovation and trends across various sectors. Under the theme "Knowing the Future, Be the Winners of Tomorrow," the event placed significant emphasis on recognizing excellence and encouraging sustainable growth.
Attracting considerable attention, the ceremony was honored by the presence of high-ranking executives from both the public and private sectors, thought leaders, influencers, and prominent Thai business figures. Thanachot Wisutthiman, CEO of Like Me Co., Ltd. and founder of Future Trends, indicated the importance of this event, stating, "The Future Trends Awards 2025 aims to reinforce organizational capabilities and address changing business trends carefully." This event also serves as a significant platform for exchanging insights about potential impacts on business and society.
With over 1,000 submissions received, the award committee undertook the challenging task of selecting 194 award recipients. The awards were divided between the Future Trends Leader Awards, which recognized 51 outstanding leaders across various fields, and 143 Future Trends Corporates Awards awarded to organizations excelling at innovatively adapting to future trends and fostering sustainability on a global scale. Thanachot emphasized this commitment: "More than 1,000 submissions participated, and the committee selected 194 awards, including 51 Future Trends Leader Awards and 143 Future Trends Corporates Awards."
This year also highlighted environmental consciousness through the collaboration with Rakthoranee Beverage (RTB) to design new trophies from recycled aluminum. This innovative approach significantly reduces air pollution by 95% and decreases waste by more than 20,000 pieces, showcasing how the awards endorse sustainable practices.
Among those honored were influential figures recognized for their leadership. The Future Trends Leader Awards spanned six categories, including:
- Leader of Influencer: Recognizing impactful influencers such as Isara Hata from RUBSARB and Natt Klinmalee from FAROSE.
- Leader of Technology: Spotlighting technological innovation from leaders like Chakkrit Klinsmith from Arise by INFINITAS and Tairatan Suwanprateep from SCB TechX.
- Leader of Social: Acknowledging significant contributions to society from figures like Chawanee Phanpuekh from PTT Global Chemical and Nualphan Lamsam, president of the Football Association of Thailand.
- Leader of Business: This category included successful entrepreneurs such as Jirayu Sapsee from Bitkub and Nattakarn Tungsuk from BIG.
- Leader of Leader: Acknowledging outstanding leadership with recipients such as Nualphan Lamsam from the Football Association of Thailand.
- Leader of Business Legendary: Recognizing experiences within the business sector featuring figures like Sakda Srisangnam from Chin Huay.
The awards also showcased the best corporate practices through Future Trends Corporates Awards, recognizing companies committed to socially responsible innovation and operational strategies. Seven specific categories were awarded, highlighting organizations such as:
- The Most Impactful Corporate: With winners like Bangchak and KFC Thailand.
- The Most Corporate Transformation: Recognizing organizations such as Central Group and Jiarat.
- The Most Innovative: Featuring companies like Agoda and Bangkok Industrial Gas.
- The Most Future Brand: Highlighting BNP TH by Gulf, focusing on future-ready brands like LINE Thailand.
- The Most Attractive Employer: Recognizing workplaces favored by various employee demographics.
- Leading of ESG: With awards for ESG excellence across different impact areas.
- The Best of ESG: Featuring leaders like B.Grimm Power.
Following the event significantly boosted awareness of sustainability's role, proving the distinctive capabilities of leaders and organizations committed to the future. Those recognized are expected to inspire the next generation of innovators, thinkers, and trend-setters who will advance Thailand's business practices and growth sustainably.
To find the full list of winners across all categories, visit Future Trends on Facebook.