The Anugerah Personaliti Industri dan Usahawan Malaysia 2025 concluded with a grand finale, celebrating the achievements of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from diverse backgrounds. The event served as a springboard to further boost the nation’s economic development.
Carrying forward the legacy of the theme ‘Usahawan Berinspirasi, Cetus Revolusi’, this ninth annual edition was graced by royal guest Tunku Hajah Mariam Zaharah binti Almarhum Sultan. Also present was special guest Asnor Vidya Nor Azmi, Director of the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE).
NiagaTimes Advisor Emir Abdul Jalal shared that, based on observations and analysis conducted by NiagaTimes, most of the entrepreneurs and companies recognised this year have demonstrated leadership in the evolving entrepreneurial landscape—particularly in e-commerce and digital marketing, with strong collaborations across ministries and government agencies.
He expressed hope that the recognition given would spark renewed motivation among entrepreneurs to uplift their peers and contribute towards Malaysia’s goal of becoming a ‘Negara Keusahawanan Unggul’ by 2030.
A total of 10 award categories were represented, with 40 companies and individuals receiving honors. Notable award categories included Company of the Year, Industry Excellence, E-Commerce, Food & Beverage, Inovasi Teknologi, Kepimpinan Industri, Syarikat Terbaik, Wanita Dalam Perniagaan and Usahawan Cemerlang Tahunan.
The prestigious Business Icon of the Year award was presented to Datuk Adam Dahlan, the accomplished CEO and Director of public fintech company RediPay Berhad. Under his leadership, platforms like Redi2Infaq, Redi2Stay, and RediCar have not only transformed commercial ecosystems but also positively impacted communities. RediPay recorded RM930 million in annual sales last year.
Another top honour, the Most Inspiring Entrepreneur Award, went to Amirul Safuan bin Mohd Ishak, founder of Ameer Safone Ventures and the Ameer Safone Inclusivity Academy. His initiatives focus on social impact, building transformative platforms that equip people with disabilities and marginalised youth with skills, confidence and entrepreneurial spirit.
Other award recipients included:
Icon of Education Award
Prof. Datuk Ts. Dr. Massila binti Kamalrudin
Company of the Year Award (Construction)
MyLawang Group Sdn Bhd
Company of the Year Award (Food Manufacturing & Retail)
Tokku Leko Sdn Bhd
Anugerah Syarikat Terbaik Tahunan (Penerbitan & Percetakan Buku)
Aras Mega (M) Sdn Bhd
Anugerah Tokoh Motivator Malaysia
Dato’ Dr. Haji Mohd Fadzilah Kamsah
Business Influencer of the Year Award
Boss James
Also in attendance were Dato’ R. Rajendran, CEO of RHA Media and Lee Seng Chee, Chairman of CSR Malaysia. NiagaTimes, a portal by PR Partners Asia Sdn Bhd, has become a go-to platform for Malaysian MSMEs. It aims to support aspiring entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive business-related information.
