FAQ

Q1: Should I put the brand name or the SSM registered company name?
Use the brand name if you’re contesting for the parent company. SSM registered company name for subsidiaries.

Q2: Who should I put as the contact person in the submission form?
Preferably someone in the organisation that will oversee the submission as they will receive important updates about the award ceremony.

Q3: How should I classify which sector I belong to if my organisation has a lot of business sectors?
Select the main business sector that is registered under SSM.

Q1: Who can make a nomination?
We welcome the public to make their nominations of impactful CEOs and/or Organisation Leaders in Malaysia. These nominees can be from your organisation, and you can also nominate leaders of other organisations. Self-nominations are also welcome.

Q2: Are we allowed to nominate our own CEO as well as CEOs from other organisations? Can multiple nominations be submitted through the same account?
Yes, both individuals and organisations are welcome to nominate their own CEO and CEOs of other organisations, provided the nominees meet the criteria. Additionally, multiple nominations can be made through the same account.

Q3: Can a General Manager contest for the CEO Champion?
CEO Champion is contested by the highest position in a Malaysian organisation.

Q4: We are a small organisation that does not have C-level executives. How do we contest for the CEO Champion?
The organisation can nominate the highest post in the company for this award category.

Q5: Will the CEO have to go for the Pitching Session if he/she has been shortlisted?
This year, shortlisted candidates for both the CEO Champion and CHRO Champion categories are not required to participate in the Pitching Session. The winner will be announced during the award ceremony in October.

Q6: How do I make a nomination?
For more information, click on the link here or check out our “Nomination” tab.

Q1: Who can make a nomination?
We welcome the public to make their nominations of impactful CHROs and/or Organisation Leaders in Malaysia. These nominees can be from your organisation, and you can also nominate leaders of other organisations. Self-nominations are also welcome.

Q2: Are we allowed to nominate our own CHRO as well as CHROs from other organisations? Can multiple nominations be submitted through the same account?
Yes, both individuals and organisations are welcome to nominate their own CHRO and CHROs of other organisations, provided the nominees meet the criteria. Additionally, multiple nominations can be made through the same account.

Q3: If we do not have a CHRO position, but our top HR is our Group GM HR, can we participate?
Yes.

Q4: Does the candidate have to be a Malaysian citizen?
Not necessarily. As long as they are the CHRO for the Malaysian market, they can contest.

Q5: Will the CHRO have to go for the Pitching Session if he/she has been shortlisted?
This year, shortlisted candidates for both the CEO Champion and CHRO Champion categories are not required to participate in the Pitching Session. The winner will be announced during the award ceremony in October.

Q6: How do I make a nomination?
For more information, click on the link here or check out our “Nomination” tab.

Q1: What does this category entail and how does it differ from last year’s Women in the Workforce category?
This year’s category has been refined to provide organisations with a stronger platform to highlight their impactful and forward-looking initiatives that support women retention
(including mothers), and ensure equal opportunities for growth and development. For more information, click here.

Q2: Is this category open only to women-led organisations?
No. This category is open to all organisations that champion women’s participation, development, and leadership at the workplace

Q1: Who are considered as young graduates?
Fresh graduates or employees with a working experience of ≤2 years. This category also covers an organisation’s initiative(s) towards interns.

Q2: What is covered in this category?
For additional detail on the award description, please click here.

Q3: How is this category different from Talent Sustainability?
This category places a distinct emphasis on young employees within the organisation. It highlights targeted initiatives designed to support, engage, and develop emerging talent
in a more in-depth manner.

Q1: How does this award differ from last year’s Workplace Excellence category?
Building on the strong foundation of last year’s Workplace Excellence, this year’s award embraces a broader and more future-focused perspective. It celebrates not only
exceptional workplace design, culture, and flexibility, but also innovative, data-driven initiatives that empower a diverse, multi-generational workforce to thrive.

Q2: Is it mandatory to have innovative workplace designs to submit an entry for this category?
No. We understand that not all organisations have the resources to invest heavily in workplace design. This award also values initiatives in areas such as workplace culture,
flexibility, and employee experience. Ultimately, what matters most are the effectiveness and outcomes of these efforts.

Q1: How does this category differ from Young Graduates?
This category highlights organisation-wide initiatives that drive talent development and workforce sustainability across all levels and demographics—not just early-career
professionals. Together, both categories recognise different but equally essential aspects of building a future-ready workforce.

Q2: Can we submit the same initiatives as last year if there have been no major changes?
While we value innovation, the emphasis is placed on the effectiveness, consistency, and strategic execution of your initiatives. Long-standing efforts are equally recognised,
provided they continue to demonstrate meaningful impact and relevance

Q1: What’s different this year for Employee Care & Well-being?
This year’s category has expanded to further recognise an organisation’s proactiveness in ensuring their initiatives remain relevant, effectively address workforce needs, and
achieve meaningful, desired outcomes.

Q2: Can we submit the same initiatives as last year if there have been no major changes?
Yes. The emphasis is placed on the effectiveness and relevance of the initiatives

Q1: Is this category similar to last year’s Technology for Inclusion?
This year’s category adopts a broader focus while continuing to emphasise on the importance of inclusive technology. It further recognises how organisations are strategically
intergrating and leveraging on digital solutions and technologies to empower and support a more agile and future-ready workforce. For more details about this category, click
here.

Q2: Can I include internally developed platforms or tools to support my submission for this category?
Yes. Internally developed platforms and tools are welcome, provided they are relevant to the questions and clearly demonstrate positive impact.

Q1: What would winning this award indicate?
It would reflect your organisation’s outstanding commitment and significant efforts in transforming and uplifting lives, as well as restoring the ecosystem—paving the way for a
more sustainable and equitable future.

Q2: Can I still participate in this category if I won last year?
Yes. Returning winners are welcome to participate across all award categories.

Q1: What organisations can participate in this category?
This category is open to both private and public universities, as well as colleges across Malaysia.

Q2: Was this category previously available prior to LIFE AT WORK Awards 2025?
No, this is a newly introduced category, created to recognise and celebrate universities and colleges for their unconventional efforts in preparing students for the workforce with
essential values and skills required to thrive in an ever-evolving landscape.

Q3: Will this category be available next year?
While we aim to continue offering this category in the future, we strongly encourage all institutions to seize this valuable opportunity for recognition and to showcase the
impactful work your institution is doing.

Q1: What schools can participate in this category?
This category is open to all public, private, and international schools across Malaysia that offer primary and/or secondary education.

Q2: Was this category available prior to LIFE AT WORK Awards 2025?
No, this is a newly introduced category, designed to recognise forward-thinking schools for their extraordinary efforts in instilling important values, knowledge, and skills in
their students—preparing them to thrive in the next stage of life and nurturing them to become globally responsible citizens.

Q3: Will this category be available next year?
While we aim to continue offering this category in the future, we strongly encourage all schools to seize this valuable opportunity for recognition and to showcase the impactful
work your school is doing.

Q1: Who can participate in this category?
This category is open to organisations that classify themselves as Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs), Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs), Micro, Small & Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs), and Others. For more information on these organisation types, please refer here.

Q2: Was this category available prior to LIFE AT WORK Awards 2025?
No, this is a newly introduced category that aims to provide NGOs, NPOs, MSMEs and Others with the platform to showcase their impactful initiatives that may have otherwise
gone unnoticed when competing alongside larger organisations