Cover Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow from previous years share how being part of the Gen.T community has helped their professional journey (Illustration: Ryan Kabigting)
Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow from previous years share how being part of the Gen.T community has helped their professional journey (Illustration: Ryan Kabigting)
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Some of our previous year’s Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow give us a glimpse of what it means to be part of an Asia-wide community driven by a passion to make the world a better place
Every year, we welcome a new cohort of Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow to the community. This year marks the ninth edition of our flagship list and brings the total number of honourees to 3,160.
Meticulously scrutinised and selected based on their achievements in the last 18 months, being part of Gen.T is more than just a recognition. These young movers and shakers across Asia are driven by a passion for making a difference. Being nominated means joining a network of like-minded individuals who inspire, challenge and support each other to create a lasting impact.
We caught up with some of our honourees from previous years to get a glimpse of what it’s like to be part of the network across seven diverse markets. They share how their engagement with Gen.T has influenced their professional journeys, broadened their horizons and paved the way for other accomplishments.
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Billie Dumaliang
Above Billie Dumaliang runs award-winning conservation and sustainable tourism project Masungi Georeserve (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
Billie Dumaliang runs award-winning conservation and sustainable tourism project Masungi Georeserve (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
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Co-founder and managing trustee, Masungi Georeserve Foundation
How have your interactions with fellow honourees broadened your knowledge?
Billie Dumaliang (BD): The Gen.T platform has exposed me to innovations and successes beyond our borders. The stories of the Gen.T honourees inspire me to keep moving forward despite the challenges that come our way.
Can you share any notable developments that stem from your involvement with the Gen.T community?
BD: Gen.T recently published an article about the challenges we as environment defenders face in preserving the Philippines’ Masungi Georeserve. This was pivotal in getting international awareness of this critical environmental issue.
What does being a member of the Gen.T community mean to you?
BD: It means being part of a broader, international movement of youth changing tomorrow.
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Syazwan Majid
Above Syazwan Majid of Malaysian-based startup Arus Oil wants to stop people from clogging drains with their used cooking oil (Photo: Imran Sulaiman)
Syazwan Majid of Malaysian-based startup Arus Oil wants to stop people from clogging drains with their used cooking oil (Photo: Imran Sulaiman)
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How have your interactions with the Gen.T community impacted your professional journey?
Syazwan Majid (SM): Being part of the Gen.T community has been quite a leap for me. It has opened doors to collaborations and opportunities I wouldn’t have had otherwise. The connections I’ve made have been invaluable, helping me to expand my network and learn from some truly inspiring people.
How have your interactions with fellow honourees offered fresh insights into what you do?
SM: Talking with other honourees and learning from their experiences and insights have been a constant source of inspiration. It has helped push me to think outside the box in my work. I learned a lot from their experiences with failure; how to deal with it and how to use it as a tool to improve the industry or market.
Can you share any notable business developments from your involvement with the Gen.T community?
SM: One of the coolest things that happened was teaming up with another honouree on a sustainability event. It was a big win for both of us. It’s amazing what you can achieve when you bring different minds together.
What does being a member of the Gen.T community mean to you?
SM: Being part of the Gen.T community means a lot. It’s not just about recognition. It’s about being part of a group of passionate, forward-thinking individuals who are all about making a positive impact. It’s a source of motivation and support that I truly value.
Read more: This entrepreneur sees the golden opportunity in used cooking oil
Matt Oon
Above Acesset’s Matt Oon makes mental health solutions more relevant for current generations (Photo: Darren Gabriel Leow)
Acesset’s Matt Oon makes mental health solutions more relevant for current generations (Photo: Darren Gabriel Leow)
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How have your interactions with fellow honourees broadened your knowledge?
Matt Oon (MO): I appreciate the inclusiveness of Gen.T to recognise achievements across many industries, including social enterprises and non-profits. The Gen.T community developed my confidence to network effectively. Through the community, I met Dean Ho, a fellow Gen.T honouree from Singapore and we collaborated on a publication that appeared in the Journal of Medical Internet Research Mental Health.
Read more: Acceset founder Matt Oon is changing how we treat youth mental health
Melvin Chee
Above Direct-to-consumer e-commerce company RPG Commerce, has operations across 30 countries, selling products to a global customer base (Photo:
Direct-to-consumer e-commerce company RPG Commerce, has operations across 30 countries, selling products to a global customer base (Photo:
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How have your interactions with fellow honourees broadened your knowledge?
Melvin Chee (MC): Thanks to the huge variety of leaders and entrepreneurs within the Gen.T community, I’ve learned about so many different industries. The stories and experiences from honourees have given me real insights into the industries I was curious about.
What does being a member of the Gen.T community mean to you?
MC: It means being part of a community of inspiring and like-minded individuals who come together to create an impact.
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Natalie Chung
Above Hong Konger Natalie Chung is encouraging people to approach tourism more responsibly through V‘Air
Hong Konger Natalie Chung is encouraging people to approach tourism more responsibly through V‘Air
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Co-founder and director, V’air Hong Kong
How has your engagement with the Gen.T community influenced your professional journey?
Natalie Chung (NC): Ever since joining the Gen.T community in 2021, the vibrant conversations I have had within this community have ignited a multitude of transformative impact ideas. V’air also had the pleasure of hosting an immersive rural sustainability ecotour for Gen.T honourees at the Gen.T Summit 2023 in Hong Kong, which forged deeper connections and insightful exchanges.
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Syrah is Tatler Philippines’ Power & Purpose editor, where she spotlights extraordinary journeys shaping the Philippines and Asia. She covers business, innovation, impact, and culture—chasing the people, ideas and forces shaping how we live and think today.
