In a time
that we are seeking trailblazers, Grace Bondad Nicolas proves that
purpose-driven leadership can transform industries and communities. On April
28, 2025, at the 13th World Women Leadership Congress & Award held at Dusit
Thani Manila, Nicolas was honored for her outstanding contributions to
leadership and innovation, standing tall among global women leaders.
From the
early buzz of registration to the dynamic panel discussions, the event
celebrated excellence and the future of human resources. Dr. RL Bhatia, Founder
of World CSR Day and the World Sustainability Congress, opened the day with a
heartfelt note emphasizing sustainability, diversity, and human-centered
leadership—values Nicolas lives by.
Keynote
speaker Smiti Bhatt Deorah, Co-Founder and COO of AdvantageClub.Ai, shared
insights on how AI is reshaping workplace engagement. This theme continued in a
panel titled “Reimagining Workplace Excellence: Agentic AI-led Future of
Recognition and Wellness,” exploring the urgent need for empathetic, tech-savvy
leaders like Nicolas.
During the
awarding ceremony, Nicolas’s leadership story stood out. As COO and Co-Founder
of Tag Media Group—publisher of Rising Tigers, InCharge, and TopNewsAsia—she
has built a platform that champions entrepreneurship, sustainability, and
social responsibility across Asia. She also actively empowers communities
through her work with Kiwanis Philippine Luzon District.
In her
remarks, Nicolas humbly dedicated her award to every woman leader pushing
boundaries and to her supportive mother.
“Leadership
is about creating opportunities, inspiring change, and empowering others to
rise with you,” she shared.
Beyond
business, Nicolas’s advocacy work underscores her belief that leadership
extends beyond boardrooms to touching lives and building lasting bridges. Her
initiatives promote entrepreneurship development, sustainable tourism, and
social impact, inspiring a new generation of leaders.
The day
concluded with a lively networking lunch, where discussions centered on
evolving leadership models that prioritize AI integration, mental health, and
diversity. Nicolas’s journey remained a recurring inspiration, embodying the
future of leadership: one that is authentic, inclusive, and visionary.
As dusk fell
over Manila, it was clear that leaders like Grace Bondad Nicolas are not just
shaping industries—they are shaping societies. Her story is a reminder that
true success lies not just in personal achievements but in lifting others and
leaving a legacy of empowerment.
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