AirAsia Philippines CFO Ray Beja honored at international awards for business leadership
MANILA, 3 November 2023 - Ray Berja, Chief Financial Officer of AirAsia Philippines, was honored as a Circle of Excellence Awardee for the Global Filipino Executive of the Year at the esteemed Asia CEO Awards 2023.
Ray Berja stands among a select group of outstanding Filipino executives, recognized by the Asia CEO Awards for their exemplary leadership, innovation, and significant contributions to their respective industries.
"Receiving this honor is a testament to the collective effort and dedication of our remarkable team of Allstars, as well as the unwavering support from my family, friends, mentors and colleagues, and the trust and empowerment of AirAsia leadership. I am humbled by this opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of AirAsia and share my insights and mentorship with others." says AirAsia Philippines Chief Financial Officer Ray Berja.
Berja's recognition at the Asia CEO Awards highlights his commitment to innovation, strategic financial management, and his status as an exemplary Filipino executive in the global business arena.
Per Asia CEO Awards, the body organizes the largest business forums and summits across the Philippines, including major regions such as Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Clark, and Iloilo, and aims to celebrate Southeast Asia’s most prominent business leaders and organizations.
“The challenges we face and overcome each day are just tiny pieces of a puzzle that make up who we are. As leaders, we should always be humbled by the favor of God and the generosity of others. We can only be proud of His goodness and empowerment, and support of our family, friends and colleagues", he added.
The Asia CEO Awards hosted over 1,000 of the nation's most prominent business leaders across various industries last October 24 at Manila Marriott Hotel according to its organizers. This year's evaluation process, overseen by a panel of highly accomplished personalities across the Philippine business community, was also examined by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).