Executive of the Year Awards: Celebrating India’s visionary leaders
The CEO Magazine is proud to introduce the 2025 Executive of the Year Awards – India, a prestigious platform recognizing the country’s most exceptional business leaders.
For over 13 years, these Awards have celebrated transformative leadership, innovation and excellence across Australia and the United States. Now, for the first time, we are bringing this global recognition to India, honoring CEOs who inspire change, drive progress and lead with purpose.
Why these Awards matter
India is home to some of the most dynamic and forward-thinking business leaders, shaping industries and setting global benchmarks. The Executive of the Year Awards spotlight those who not only achieve outstanding financial success but also demonstrate resilience, innovation and a commitment to their people and communities.
By participating, executives gain:
• Visibility – feature in The CEO Magazine’s extensive media coverage.
• Recognition – position themselves among India’s most impactful business leaders.
• Credibility – strengthen their brands and leadership reputation.
A rigorous selection process led by industry experts
Our esteemed panel of judges brings together top industry leaders and experts to ensure a fair and insightful selection process.
• David Jepson – CEO, The CEO Magazine
• Bhimaraya Metri – Director, Indian Institute of Management Nagpur
• Masood Mallick – Managing Director and Group CEO, Re Sustainability
• Ashok Kumar Tyagi – Executive Director, Haldiram Snacks
With their deep industry expertise, the judges will identify India’s most deserving executives, ensuring that the Awards reflect the highest standards of leadership excellence.
The judges will identify India’s most deserving executives, ensuring that the Awards reflect the highest standards of leadership excellence.
Applications close on 28 March 2025 and the winners will be announced on 23 May 2025.
Who should apply?
The Executive of the Year Awards – India is open to CEOs, founders and senior executives across all industries in India. For more information about eligibility and conditions, visit our Awards page.
Be part of a legacy of excellence
This is more than an award – it’s an opportunity to celebrate the leadership that’s shaping India’s future. If you or someone you know exemplifies outstanding executive leadership, we invite you to apply today and join an elite group of business visionaries.