Cover The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 features over 200 honourees from across nine territories in Asia and 20 industry categories (Photo: Nikki Duldulao)
The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 features over 200 honourees from across nine territories in Asia and 20 industry categories (Photo: Nikki Duldulao)
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The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow are the trailblazers and changemakers making a significant positive impact in Asia and beyond. These are the 2025 honourees who made the cut
After a rigorous nomination, vetting and selection process that spanned seven months, the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 have been unveiled. The annual recognition highlights Asia’s most promising leaders, who are not only influencing their industries but also actively creating a positive impact.
This year marks a significant milestone for Tatler Gen.T: the 10th edition of the flagship list. Launched across nine Asian territories, the 2025 list sees the debut of Vietnam and Indonesia’s return after a year’s hiatus.
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Above Meet the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 (Video: Tatler Gen.T)
The 2025 cohort represents a diverse cross-section of Asian entrepreneurship. Notable honourees include associate professor Benjamin Tee, a science and tech innovator tackling fertility health globally; Byron Pei, a fintech entrepreneur providing digital lending solutions to cross-border e-commerce merchants; and Pat Boonnitipat, the director and co-writer of the Oscar-shortlisted film How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies.
The list also features sustainability pioneers, creative innovators and social entrepreneurs who are addressing critical global challenges through scalable business solutions.
We’ve crunched the numbers and here are some interesting statistics about the demographic profile of this year’s leaders: averaging 34 years of age, they have collectively raised US$3 billion in venture capital funding.
Above Dancer and content creator Niana Guerrero blends street rhythm with high-fashion gloss (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
Above Lionel Choong is the co-founder and director of Innervate Fitness, where he champions active ageing (Photo: Darren Gabriel Leow)
Dancer and content creator Niana Guerrero blends street rhythm with high-fashion gloss (Photo: Wesley Villarica)
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Above Actor Natara ‘Ice’ Nopparatayapon is the star of the 2025 Netflix TV series ‘Mad Unicorn’ (Photo: Worapon Teerawatvijit)
Above Olympic swimmer-turned-innovator Yvette Kong is bridging art, mental health and social impact (Photo: Zed Leets)
Actor Natara ‘Ice’ Nopparatayapon is the star of the 2025 Netflix TV series ‘Mad Unicorn’ (Photo: Worapon Teerawatvijit)
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This year’s list also features AI entrepreneurs who are developing a variety of solutions, from generative AI tools for work to healthcare applications. Their presence reflects the broader trend of AI adoption across industries, with Asian markets emerging as key centres for innovation, deployment and ethical discussions.
With the help of a panel of industry heavyweights whom we call the Tribe, the selection process for the Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow evaluates multiple factors: the level of innovation in each nominee’s work, their direct positive impact, and the scale, depth and sustainability of that impact.
Read more: The Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow 2025 in numbers: a tech-driven generation shaping Asia’s future
Above Founder and CEO of Viper Studios Syafiq Yusof is elevating Malaysian cinema with box office hits (Photo: Fady Younis)
Above Chef Arvin Wan founded the world’s first Michelin-starred ice cream outlet, Minimal (Photo: Yonn Lin)
Founder and CEO of Viper Studios Syafiq Yusof is elevating Malaysian cinema with box office hits (Photo: Fady Younis)
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Above Vietnamese footballer Đỗ Duy Mạnh helped his team take home the gold at the 2024 Asean Cup (Photo: Đỗ Duy Mạnh)
Above Belinda Luis is changing consumer experiences through her beauty-tech software platforms, Pixie Lab and Genexyz (Photo: Glenn Prasetya)
Vietnamese footballer Đỗ Duy Mạnh helped his team take home the gold at the 2024 Asean Cup (Photo: Đỗ Duy Mạnh)
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Are you or someone you know making an impact in your industry? Applications for the 2026 edition of the Tatler Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow can be submitted through our public nomination form. To learn more about the list selection criteria, read this comprehensive guide on how to become a Gen.T Leader of Tomorrow.
Work
Based in Singapore, Valerie Lim is the digital editor for Tatler Power and Purpose, Tatler Asia’s dynamic platform spotlighting industry leaders across the region. Valerie leads the charge in shaping the platform’s digital presence, from overseeing and producing website content to curating social media strategies.
With a finger on the pulse of the region, she keeps an eye out for news and trends in business, innovation and leadership, ensuring the brand stays ahead of the curve in delivering stories that inspire and inform its community of changemakers.
About
Prior to this role, she worked in marketing and communications. She considers herself Singaporean at heart and international by passion. You may recognise her from her 15 minutes of fame when she was crowned Miss Universe Singapore 2011. When she is not at her desk, you can find her in the gym or at a yoga studio.
Connect with her via Instagram @msvalerielim, LinkedIn or send press materials, and media invites to valerie.lim@tatlerasia.com
