Cover 2023 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow Krizia Li, Justin Chan, Jasmine Ang Chua, Zong Chiang and Yod Chinsupakul (Graphics: Ryan Kabigting)
2023 Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow Krizia Li, Justin Chan, Jasmine Ang Chua, Zong Chiang and Yod Chinsupakul (Graphics: Ryan Kabigting)
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With less than a month to the launch of the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2024, here’s a sneak peek at the numbers that matter
Annually, the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow spotlights the trailblazers of our time—those daring young visionaries who don’t just play the game but rewrite the rules. They are the vanguards behind the region’s most influential and celebrated brands and initiatives. These are the rising stars, swiftly ascending to become household names with their remarkable endeavours.
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As we eagerly anticipate the unveiling of this year’s Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow on June 3, we offer an exclusive glimpse into the extraordinary lives and achievements of these honourees. Here, we present the fascinating figures that paint a picture of Asia’s finest and discover the meticulous process that shapes this year’s list.
Above 2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Emmanuel Mirus Ponon, founder of ASEAN Youth Advocates Network (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
Above 2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Chang Chin-Lan founder of m̄enom̄eno (Photo: Renan Chung)
2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Emmanuel Mirus Ponon, founder of ASEAN Youth Advocates Network (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
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Numbers from across the region
9
The number of editions of the Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow we’ve published, recognising young leaders shaping Asia’s future.
3,160
This year’s cohort brings the total number of Gen.T honourees across Asia to 3,160.
7
The Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow features people from seven locations across Asia: Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, mainland China and the Philippines.
20
The number of categories in this year’s Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow.
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Above The Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow is our flagship list of young leaders shaping Asia’s future
Who are the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow?
32
The average age of this year’s honourees.
22
The number of events we’ve hosted or partnered with across the region in the last 12 months.
95
95 of the 206 honourees, or more than 46 percent, are women. Singapore has the highest proportion of female honourees this year: 51 percent.
143
143 of this year’s honourees, or 72 percent, are owners of their companies.
20
The number of honourees in our biggest categories this year, a tie between Entertainment and Food and Beverage.
20,965,539
The estimated total social following of all our honourees from across the region.
US$461 million
The total amount of disclosed funding that the honouree’s companies attracted between January 2023 and June 2024.
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Above 2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Kimberly Lee, CEO of Makchic (Photo: Imran Sulaiman)
Above 2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Johnson Lim, co-founder of GetGo (Photo: Darren Gabriel Low)
2023 Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow, Kimberly Lee, CEO of Makchic (Photo: Imran Sulaiman)
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How do we select the Leaders of Tomorrow?
18
The key criterion for selecting a Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow is achievement in the last 18 months.
6
The number of months it took to put together this year’s list.
23
The number of experts on the Tribe, our panel of industry heavyweights, who helped nominate and vet candidates for the list.
755
The size of the long list from which the final list of honourees was obtained.
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