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Elevating Asian-Australian leadership

Since 2019, Johnson Partners and Asialink have proudly co-convened the Asian-Australian Leadership Awards – previously known as the ‘40 under 40 Most Influential Asian-Australian Awards’ – to recognise and celebrate the outstanding leadership and contributions of Asian-Australians. Supporting partners in prior years were the ANU Centre for Asian-Australian Leadership (CAAL) and PWC.

Now in its seventh year, the Awards seek to reshape the debate and confront Australia’s “bamboo ceiling” – the under representation of Asian-Australians in leadership positions.

As communities, companies and governments rethink leadership for the challenges facing society ahead, now is the time to propel the leadership capabilities that exist within the Asian-Australian community and promote the immense contributions they make to Australia.

Awards past winners2023 Overall winner Mariam VeiszadehMariam Veiszadeh

2025 Asian Australian Leadership Awards

Are you someone making a difference in your community? Do you demonstrate excellence in leadership and have a commitment to Australia’s engagement with Asia?

Applications for the 2026 Awards will open in June 2026.

Join us at the 2025 Gala Dinner to celebrate our Awardees and Winners.

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Could you be the face of Asian-Australian leadership in 2026?

Applications for the 2026 Awards will open in June 2026.

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