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Returning for its sixth year, we will shine a spotlight on organisations driving meaningful progress in workplace transformation, while welcoming three new categories to the programme.
The HR Excellence Awards 2026 - Thailand returns for its sixth edition, recognising organisations making meaningful strides across 43 categories spanning business transformation, diversity, equity and inclusion, corporate wellness and more.
This year introduces three new categories:
- Excellence in the Use of Generative AI for HR,
- Excellence in AI-Enabled Workforce Transformation, and
- Excellence in Performance Management Evolution — reflecting the rapid changes reshaping the workplace and the growing role HR plays in navigating them.
The awards gala will be held on 2 October 2026 (Friday), where finalists will be celebrated and honoured for their contributions to the future of HR.
>CHECK OUT THE FINALISTS HERE<
Judged by a panel of senior HR leaders, this year’s finalists have demonstrated strong strategy, innovation and impact across their people initiatives, setting new benchmarks for HR excellence in Thailand.
Here’s what some of the jury members had to say of the judging experience:
Tareep Leekulpitak, Director – People & Culture, BTS Group Holding:
“The entries were filled with hard work, initiative and care, with organisations demonstrating a clear commitment to advancing HR practices and creating meaningful business and people impact. Across categories, the entries reflected a strong focus on innovation, employee experience, sustainability, and the effective use of technology. What was particularly impressive was the increasing shift from HR initiatives toward measurable outcomes and strategic business impact. Overall, the quality of submissions reflects the growing maturity and strategic importance of HR in shaping the future of organisations in Thailand.”
Jason Wang, HR Director, ASEAN & Operations Asia Pacific, Ingredion Thailand:
“The HR Excellence Awards 2026 brought together an impressive breadth of ideas and approaches, reflecting how organisations are rethinking the way they lead, engage, and develop their people. What stood out was not only the ambition of the initiatives, but also the strong connection between people strategy and business impact. The quality of this year’s entries reflects the growing maturity and strategic influence of HR across organisations.”
Wilai Palangrattanakul, Human Resources Director, Fabrinet Company:
“Serving as a judge for the HR Excellence Awards 2026 - Thailand has been both an honour and an inspiring experience. As AI plays an increasingly significant role in the workplace and automates many tasks once performed by humans, I remain a firm believer in people and the enduring value of human capital. Technology can enhance efficiency and unlock new possibilities, but it is human judgement, creativity, empathy, and purpose that transform innovation into meaningful progress. This year’s submissions demonstrated how organisations are translating people strategies into measurable outcomes while building more inclusive, agile, and future-ready workplaces.”
“Congratulations to all participants for raising the standard of HR practices in Thailand and reminding us that, even in the age of AI, sustainable business success begins with people.”
>VIEW THE FULL PANEL OF JUDGES<
Join us for a night of celebration, recognition and well-deserved applause as we honour this year’s outstanding achievements. Bring your team, celebrate your wins and secure your table by getting in touch with our project managers below.
Sandra Rones
Regional Project Manager
Tel: +65 6692 9031 Ext 819
Mobile: +63 9322917178
Email: sandrar@humanresourcesonline.net
Abigael Ayerdi
Regional Project Manager
Tel: +65 6692 9031 Ext 814
Mobile: +63 9614187758
Email: abigaela@humanresourcesonline.net
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