The SDG Excellence Awards for People, Planet and Prosperity, hosted by IMU University on December 20, saw the Kingdom’s top changemakers, visionaries, and innovators recognised for their work.

The inspirational winners were each celebrated for driving sustainable development and creating meaningful impact within their communities and industries.

IMU University was deeply honoured to be a part of a fantastic evening.

The university is a proud advocate for the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), and never ceases to champion the SDGs as a framework for shaping a sustainable future.  

The SDG awards are more than a celebration of excellence; they are a platform to inspire action and collaboration toward a better world.  

They serve two crucial functions.

They raise public awareness of the SDGs, by highlighting the importance of sustainable practices for long-term success across sectors.  

They also showcase excellence, by honouring leaders and entrepreneurs who set benchmarks for best practices in sustainability and prosperity.  

Three categories of ‘excellence’ awards were presented, each with three outstanding recipients.

First up were the SDG Excellence People Awards.

Mr. Dave Leduc was honoured for “bridging community and culture through martial arts”, while Mr. MJ Cheng of Old House was awarded for “connecting community and culture through culinary excellence”. Ms. May Yupar Aye, the third recipient, was recognised for her CSR initiatives that “uplift and empower others”.  

They were followed by the SDG Excellence Planet Awards.  

Keto Lorn Darin Page was recognised for “healthcare innovation through diet and lifestyle” along with Mr. Zayar Myo Sisburma for “sustainable fashion via SisBurma’s ‘Wild Lake Collection’”. Joining them on stage was Mr. Linn Phyoe Zayar Linn, for “advancing Green Tech solutions”.  

Finally, the SDG Excellence Prosperity Awards were presented. 

The Kingdom Health Medical Center’s Mr. Chivin Doung was awarded for “innovative healthcare solutions benefiting the community”, alongside SHALOM SOLUTION CO.’s LTD. Mr. Vey Yem, for “impactful business solutions”. Chim Chanmony represented the company at the ceremony. Also recognised were Mr. Hor Bona, for “transformative business approaches driving sustainable growth”, and Mr. Engkakada Danh, for “exceptional contributions to CSR”. 

“Dr. Ken, Growth Director at IMU University [EdTech: Education Technology], detailed how the institution is developing an education ecosystem with Ai initiatives, including: 

IMU Ai Education Consultant, a Chat Bot for MBA and PhD candidates.

IMU Ai Localizer, to eliminate language barriers.

IMU Ai Business Consultant, going from a quiz to a business plan.

The university also expressed its gratitude to the core partner organisations that made the special event possible.

It offered its thanks to SSBR: Swiss School of Business Research, CCI France Cambodge and EuroCham Cambodia, and the OKAYAMA University of Science [Japan] for their support.

“IMU University #EdTech, committing to this tagline ‘ASEAN's Unique Professionals’ is guided by the principles of Flexibility, Practicality and Prestigious. We aim to provide transformative education by merging European executive learning standards with ASEAN market needs,” said Dr. Marcus Soe Hein, President of IMU University.

He explained that the university’s vision is to become the most #pragmatic and #inclusive education #ecosystem for leaders and entrepreneurs in ASEAN.

“To all award winners and attendees – thank you for your dedication, passion and commitment to People, Planet and Prosperity. Together, we are building a more sustainable and inclusive future,” he added.