FEATURED JUDGES
Entries will be reviewed by a diverse panel of seasoned communication experts from across the region.
David Ko
Managing Director
Ruder Finn Interactive Asia
(Hong Kong/China)​
With over 25 years of experience in marketing communications and digital strategy, David Ko leads RFI Asia, the branding and digital arm of global consultancy Ruder Finn. He advises CMOs across Asia on branding, content, and digital transformation, drawing from a career that includes founding and successfully exiting two marketing consultancies. David brings to the panel a strong track record in strategic counsel, digital innovation, and leadership across regional markets.
Shukreen Ma
GM, Corporate Communications
Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad (MAHB)​
Shukreen Ma, General Manager of Corporate Communications since May 2023, has over 20 years of experience in broadcasting, PR, corporate affairs, and culture transformation. She has held key roles at Media Prima, PETRONAS, Bursa Malaysia, and TNB. From 2024 to 2025, she led strategic communications for Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance.
Iza Sofia Kasbi
Head of Strategic
Communications & Marketing
Cyberview
​Iza Sofia Kasbi leads strategic communications and marketing at Cyberview Sdn Bhd, the tech hub developer driving the growth of Cyberjaya as a global innovation capital. With a strong background in public sector communications, she specialises in shaping narratives that bridge policy, innovation, and community. Her expertise spans integrated brand storytelling, stakeholder relations, and positioning tech ecosystems for national and regional impact.
Ana Pista
Founder & CEO
Ardent Communications (Philippines)
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CEO
AI Centre of Excellence
Nia is a communications professional with fifteen years of experiences. She has held communications roles at AIA, AirAsia and Manulife Financial. She was also Journalists for Kompas and Media Indonesia group. Nia is specialised for financial and aviation industries, Asia Pacific market, and business for multinational corporation/small and medium-sized enterprises.
Ivlynn Yap
Executive Chairman
Citrine One Group
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Ivlynn Yap, founder of Citrine, has over 30 years in journalism, PR, stakeholder management, and crisis communications. She has served 300+ clients globally, guiding Citrine’s strategic direction. Previously, she held senior roles at AMD and PIDM, leading corporate communications across regional markets and strengthening crisis preparedness initiatives.