GILMS Gala Award Nite 22nd August 2025

GILMS host International Entrepreneur Excellence Award and Gala Event at Sands Expo & Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
On Aug 22nd, 2025, the Global Institute for Leadership and Management, Singapore (GILMS), proudly hosted the International Entrepreneur Excellence Award and Gala Event.
Held at prestigious Sands Expo & Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, the event celebrated about 60 distinguished individuals with awards, followed by entertainment and a gala dinner. Awardees came from across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Canada, and Thailand, and far countries, each recognized for their exceptional achievements and contributions in their respective fields.
It was an inspiring evening, honoring leaders whose dedication and impact embody excellence. GILMS and UIPMSG are proud to support these changemakers as they continue to shape a better world.
To the recipients of the International Entrepreneur Excellence Award — you are the visionaries driving innovation, creating opportunities, and transforming lives. Your courage and resilience inspire a global community of aspiring leaders.
There was also an entertaining segment during the event with performers bringing sparkle to the event.
Dewi Liana Seriestha, a Malaysian singer, model and beauty pageant titleholder, performed with her own songs at the event. Dewi Liana Seriestha was crowned Miss Malaysia World 2014. She represents her country at Miss World 2014 at London, England where she placed as one of the Top 25 quarter-finalist and also became the first Malaysian to win the Miss World Talent award. The guests and awardees were thrilled with her performance.
She was awarded the GILMS Crown of Beauty, Culture and Talent Award 2025.
Imran Azim Iskandar, a 19 year violinist from Sarawak, Malaysia performed next with his impressive music with the violin. Imran is now contributing to the World Album, a groundbreaking project, showcasing the rich musical heritage of Malaysia through a fusion of traditional and modern sounds. Imran won the 2023 World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA), where he secured gold, silver and bronze medals.
He was also awarded the GILMS Crown of Beauty, Culture and Talent Award 2025.
There was also a performance from ARTUMS (Artis Tari Universiti Malaysia Sabah), ARTUMS was the winners of the gold, silver and bronze across Solo, Duo and elite trio dance categories at World Championship of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2024, in Los Angeles, USA.
They were also awarded the GILMS Crown of Beauty, Culture and Talent Award 2025.
At GILMS, our mission has always been to create a global platform where exceptional individuals are recognized, supported, and brought together — not just to be celebrated, but to collaborate, to share, and to lead. We recognize and connect exceptional individuals — to celebrate, collaborate, and empower. Our awardees reflect the very best of what we stand for: purpose-driven leadership, global impact, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
These awards are more than recognition; they are a sincere thank you. Thank you for the lives you’ve touched, for inspiring others, and for reminding us all of the power of leadership and service.
Congratulations, and thank you.
Prof. Dr, Relawati Abdul Malik
Director & President of GILMS, Singapore
