iZND Corporate Blog

DR ISAAC ANDY | ASIA VISIONARY LEADER AWARDS 2026

2026-04-22T23:49:38.042+08:00

From: TANIA AWARD MAGAZINE <taniaawardmagazine@gmail.com>

Date: Mon, Apr 20, 2026 at 5:17 PM
Subject: Fwd: ASIA VISIONARY LEADER AWARDS 2026
To: <info@izndgroup.com>

Dear Winners,

CEO

IZND SERVICES

AWARD MAGAZINE recognizes this outstanding achievement through the prestigious " ASIA VISIONARY LEADER AWARDS 2026 "

Please attend the Celebrating Champions Of Asia for the award ceremony, which will be held on:

Batch 1

Date: 02nd May 2026

Location: Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Malaysia

Time: 07:00–10:00 PM

Batch 2

Date: 09th May 2026

Location: Pullman Bandung Grand Central, Indonesia

Time: 06:00–09:00 PM

(*) Select a date

We don't want you to miss this award ceremony. Get information about the official invitation by contacting

TANIA APRILIA :

+6283879402610 - +6281513121877

Best wishes for success,

Award Magazine

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ForwardFaster

2026-04-05T23:53:00.001+08:00

Right now, only 15 per cent of the Sustainable Development Goals are on track to be delivered by 2030 — 30 per cent have stalled or gone into reverse.

To achieve the SDGs, we must take more ambitious action. We need forward thinkers and doers. Those who see the SDGs as a driver of growth, not reputation. Who are busy making progress, not just pledges. Who know sustainability is the future, not a trend.

Join iZND Services making bigger, faster impact for 2030 by committing to Forward Faster at: ForwardFaster.UNGlobalCompact.org #ForwardFaster2030

Sovereign AI & Digital Independence Solutions

2026-03-31T23:30:00.003+08:00

Sovereign AI & Digital Independence Solutions | iZND Group

Sovereign AI & Digital Independence Solutions

At iZND Group, we believe that true digital transformation requires AI Sovereignty—the ability for an organization to own and control its entire AI technology stack, from localized data residency to independent model orchestration. Our solutions ensure that your sensitive data remains under your jurisdiction, secure from external dependencies and compliant with Malaysia’s evolving regulatory landscape.

1. Sovereign AI Framework

Enterprises can use a "Sovereign-First" approach. This approach ensures every layer of an AI lifecycle is transparent, auditable, and secure.

Onshore Data Residency & Control: Prioritize hosting and operations within Malaysian jurisdiction. This aligns with the National Cloud Computing Policy to keep sensitive data within national borders.
Independent Model Orchestration: Deploy and manage AI models, including Microsoft Azure AI, Google Cloud AI (Gemini), and IBM watsonx.ai, within private, sovereign environments to eliminate "black-box" dependencies.
Autonomous Infrastructure: Leverage Managed IT Services and High-Performance Computing to build a highly available infrastructure. This reduces risks from geopolitical or supply chain disruptions.

2. Sovereign AI Services & Integration

iZND provides integration packages to bridge the gap between AI potential and sovereign readiness.

Advanced AI Integration Packages: From basic setup to enterprise-wide transformation, custom AI workflows and Gemini for Workspace integration are offered. Ethical considerations and data privacy are built-in from day one.
AI-Powered Web3 Solutions: Secure digital assets through AI-driven blockchain automation. Services include self-sovereign identity (DID) automation, AI-optimized smart contract audits, and decentralized security frameworks.
Predictive Maintenance & Industrial AI: Implement localized AI oversight layers for manufacturing, similar to a turnaround project for Malaysia's first AI-Supervised Spice Factory, featuring blockchain-backed traceability and proprietary AI oversight.

3. Compliance, Ethics & Governance

Sovereignty is inseparable from trust. iZND Group follows an Artificial Intelligence Policy based on five core pillars:

Transparency: Full disclosure on AI usage and its impact on data privacy.
Fairness: Ensuring unbiased systems that do not discriminate.
Accountability: Verifiable audit trails and clear monitoring processes.
Human Oversight: Maintaining human-in-the-loop control for high-impact decisions.
Safety & Security: Protecting users from cyber threats through encryption and zero-trust access.

4. Why Choose iZND for AI Sovereignty?

Proven Innovation: Creators of TheAlien.888, one of the world's first fully AI-generated NFT collections, powered by the proprietary DVC-Ri AI platform.
Global Sustainability: An active participant in the UN Global Compact since 2018, aligning digital sovereignty with ethical global standards.
Certified Expertise: The team holds advanced certifications in Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI for Business Leaders. This ensures the sovereign journey is guided by industry experts.

The iZND Revolution: Architecting Today’s Digital Era and Navigating the AI Frontier

2026-03-31T21:13:00.004+08:00

Introduction: A Legacy Built on Innovation

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global technology, few stories are as compelling as the journey of iZND Group and its visionary founder, Prof. Dr. Isaac Govind Andy. From pioneering the foundational IT infrastructure of the aviation industry at the turn of the millennium to architecting the future of Sovereign AI and the Metaverse today, iZND has consistently been at the forefront of digital transformation.
Our history is not just one of adapting to change, but of driving it. This post takes a deep dive into the strategic milestones that have defined our era and offers a comprehensive glimpse into where iZND is heading next as we navigate the complexities of the fourth industrial revolution.

I. Defining the Standard: The RM 1 Billion Legacy

The current era of enterprise IT owes much to the rigorous standards established in the late 90s and early 2000s—a period of massive transition for global infrastructure. Prof. Isaac Andy led a monumental RM 1 Billion infrastructure migration for Malaysia Airlines (MAS), a project of unprecedented scale that transitioned the carrier from fragmented, legacy Unix systems to a unified, cutting-edge Windows 2000 environment.
Key Achievements and Lasting Impacts of this Era:
Global Benchmarks: The Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) meticulously designed during this project were so robust and scalable that they were adopted as the gold standard globally by aviation and banking networks, particularly for the deployment of secure, Windows-based ATM networks.
Operational Excellence: Under Prof. Andy's leadership, the team achieved a landmark 98% resolution rate for 8,000 daily technical incidents within a strict four-hour window. This level of efficiency remains a benchmark for managed services today, proving that high-volume support can coexist with high-quality resolution.
Strategic Validation: The success of his talent and process models was so absolute that IBM eventually absorbed the entire MAS IT department. This move was intended to integrate his refined methodologies and operational frameworks into IBM’s global services portfolio, influencing how enterprise IT was delivered on a worldwide scale.

II. Saving Global Aviation: The 100% E-Ticketing Cutover

In 2008, the global aviation industry faced a critical ultimatum: an IATA mandate requiring 100% e-ticketing compliance to modernize travel and reduce costs. Failure to comply meant being grounded from international interlining. When the major industry vendor, SITA, struggled with the technical implementation at Malaysia Airlines, Prof. Andy staged a decisive, high-stakes intervention.
Working restlessly for two weeks in a "war room" environment, he engineered a specialized "fix-script" that successfully bridged the gap between SITA’s global distribution system and the airline's internal infrastructure. This resulted in a 100% successful cutover on the deadline day. This intervention did more than just save a contract; it maintained the operational continuity of a national carrier and bolstered the reputation of global aviation technology partners during a moment of extreme vulnerability.

III. The iZND Ecosystem: A One-Stop IT Powerhouse

Founded in 2012, iZND Services was built on a core philosophy: helping businesses achieve exponential efficiency by automating redundant, manual tasks through intelligent software. Today, iZND is a prestigious Microsoft Cloud Solution Partner and Google Cloud Partner, providing a comprehensive ecosystem designed to support the entire digital lifecycle of a modern enterprise:
Managed IT Services: Beyond simple support, we provide 24/7/365 proactive monitoring that identifies and resolves bottlenecks before they impact the bottom line.
Cloud Solutions: We architect scalable, secure enterprise hosting environments that allow businesses to transition from capital-intensive hardware to flexible, operational-expenditure models.
Blockchain & Web3: iZND is leading the charge in decentralized identity (DID) and smart contract optimization, ensuring that the next generation of the internet is built on a foundation of transparency and user-owned data.

IV. Pioneering the Metaverse and AI Automation

Long before "Generative AI" became a household term, iZND was already coding the future of creative automation. In 2020, at the height of the digital assets boom, we launched TheAlien.888, one of the world's first fully AI-generated NFT collections, proving that AI could be a collaborative partner in high-value artistic production.
The Innovation Behind the Scenes:
DVC-Ri Platform: This proprietary AI platform was the engine of the project, autonomously handling the generation of artwork, the deployment of smart contracts, rarity logic calculations, and even the initial branding and social media assets.
iZNDverse: This success paved the way for the iZNDverse 3D Metaverse platform.
Unlike static virtual spaces, iZNDverse allows users to mint and place 3D NFTs in a blockchain-integrated environment, creating a functional digital economy where virtual assets have real-world provenance and value.

V. Global Leadership and Ethical Governance

Prof. Andy’s influence extends far beyond technical architecture into the realm of global internet policy and ethics. As an active contributor to the United Nations Secretary-General’s Multi-stakeholder Advisory Group (MAG) for the Internet Governance Forum (IGF), he helps bridge the gap between technical innovation and policy, ensuring that the international discourse on AI and digital governance remains inclusive and forward-thinking.
Furthermore, iZND's commitment to corporate citizenship is evidenced by our active participation in the United Nations Global Compact since 2018. We operate under the belief that technological advancement must be balanced with human rights, fair labor practices, and environmental sustainability, ensuring that our "innovation with purpose" aligns with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

VI. Where Do We Go From Here? The Sovereign AI Era

The next frontier for iZND is National Resilience through Sovereign AI. As data becomes the most valuable resource of the 21st century, the ability of a nation to control its own AI destiny is paramount. We are currently pioneering frameworks to secure high-value national assets—including critical infrastructure networks valued at over $200 billion—against increasingly sophisticated, state-level cyber threats.
Upcoming Initiatives Shaping the Future:
The Dell-NVIDIA Sovereign AI Factory: We are leveraging high-performance computing clusters equipped with Blackwell GPUs to build localized AI models. This ensures that sensitive national data remains under domestic governance rather than being processed on foreign servers.
KinSight AI: A specialized healthcare coordinator assistant designed to augment the medical field. KinSight AI provides patients and practitioners with diagnostic intelligence that rivals medical specialists, democratizing access to high-tier medical expertise.
Enterprise Tokenization: We are leading projects to digitally represent national and corporate assets through secure, AI-powered financial workflows, bringing unprecedented liquidity and transparency to traditional markets.

Conclusion: Architecting Tomorrow, Today

From the legacy of the Malaysia Airlines migration to the burgeoning frontiers of the iZNDverse and Sovereign AI, our mission has remained steadfast: reimagining technology for the betterment of humanity. We don't just build systems; we build trust, resilience, and opportunity. As we navigate the complex intersection of AI sovereignty, decentralized networks, and ethical governance, iZND remains your trusted partner in digital excellence.
Stay tuned to the iZND Corporate Blog for deep dives and technical updates on our upcoming projects!

The 2025 Blueprint for Critical Infrastructure

2026-03-31T20:34:00.004+08:00

2025 Infrastructure Resilience Blueprint

The 2025 Blueprint for Critical Infrastructure

Integrating Sovereign Cloud, Operational Excellence, and Advanced OT Defense
A Strategic Synthesis for CIOs, CISOs, and Critical Infrastructure Operators.
Framework and plans based on contributions from iZND and Prof. Dr. Isaac Andy

2025-infrastructure-resilience-blueprintfrom iZND Services

ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 - Winners Announced - iZND Services

2026-03-31T18:11:00.001+08:00

iZND Services Awarded ACQ5 Global Award

From: ACQ5 Global Awards <globalawards@acq5.com>

Date: Tue, Mar 31, 2026 at 4:59 PM
Subject: ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 - Winners Announced,
To: <info@izndgroup.com>

Category Winners Announced in the
ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 program

We recently notified you via email to inform you that, following the completion of our official nomination and voting period, your organisation has received the highest number of nominations in one or more categories of the ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 program.

This recognition reflects the views of industry peers worldwide, who assessed nominees against key criteria including professionalism, expertise, responsiveness, value, and overall service quality. Only those with an average rating of 4 stars or above progressed to the final shortlist.

Thank you again — and congratulations.
We look forward to confirming your category details and celebrating your success.

ACQ5 — now part of the Recurring Problem Solving Company (RPSC) — is entering a new chapter with a redesigned website and refreshed publication launching soon. Your achievements will play an important part in this next evolution.

© 2025 ACQ5 — A Recurring Problem Solving Company Limited brand
Registered company number 16725128, England & Wales.

iZND Services - Asia SME Iconic Awards 2025

2026-03-02T23:27:00.000+08:00

From: STAR ICONIC AWARD <stariconicaward@gmail.com>

To: <info@izndgroup.com>

Cc:

Date: Mon 24 Nov, 2025 at 10:12 PM

Subject: Fwd: Asia SME Iconic Awards 2025

Dear

CEO

IZND SERVICES

We are delighted to inform youthat STAR ICONIC MEDIA recognizes your outstanding achievement throughthe prestigious

"Asia SME Iconic Awards 2025".

You are cordially invited toattend The Grand Honors 2025, a distinguished award ceremony celebratingvisionary leaders, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators from across theglobe.

Saturday, 20 December2025

07.00 – 09.00 PM (WIB)

Ra Suites Simatupang,Grand Pandawa Ballroom – Jakarta, Indonesia

This exclusive evening will beattended by renowned business leaders, professionals, and inspiring figuresfrom various industries a night of recognition, prestige, and legacy.

To confirm your attendance andreceive your official invitation, please contact:

CINDYLESTARI – Winner Relations

+6283825512735- +6285353663383

We look forward to celebratingyour success on stage at Grand Honors 2025.

Warm regards,

Star Iconic Media

Prof Andy on the Cover Page of The Most Inspirational Business Leaders Shaping 2026

2026-03-01T04:46:00.000+08:00

The Most Inspirational Business Leaders Shaping 2026

From: Mona Davis

Sent: 03 February 2026 17:45
To: isaacandy@izndgroup.com <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>
Subject: Prof Andy on the Cover Page of The Most Inspirational Business Leaders Shaping 2026

Dear Prof Andy,

The Prime Today Magazine wishes you the best!

This is Mona, Team Lead at The Prime Today.

We are excited to share the details of our next "The Most Inspirational Business Leaders Shaping 2026", which will honour innovative business leaders and trailblazers. The outstanding experiences, leadership philosophies, and industry contributions of CEOs propelling growth and innovation in the region will be showcased in this esteemed edition.

Below are the Exclusive Benefits of this Edition :

Cover Page Feature showcasing you as the face of the publication.

A detailed 10-page feature article on your leadership journey, achievements, and insights.

Digital Certificate recognizing your outstanding leadership.
Complimentary Hard Copies for your personal use and distribution.

A custom-designed logo to commemorate your feature as a Business Leader.

A downloadable PDF of the article for your promotional use.

Expert View Article on our website highlighting your leadership expertise

Web Link with Web Image displayed on our online platform.

Video Testimonial where you can share your experiences and vision.

Unlimited Article, Newsletter, and Press Release Sharing for 1 Year.

Amplification of your feature across The Prime's social media channels.

Next Steps :

We'd love to discuss how this opportunity can elevate your brand in 2026. Upon confirmation, we'll guide you through the editorial process simply provide responses to a brief questionnaire and images for your feature.

Let's make 2026 a remarkable year together! I look forward to hearing from you.

Best Regards,

Mona Davis| Team Leader

How to: WhatsApp E-commerce Flow — Starter Kit

2026-02-26T09:48:00.005+08:00

How to: WhatsApp E-commerce Flow — Starter Kit

Full technical series: iZND Technical Blog
Parts 1–6 — WhatsApp Webhooks ▸ Idempotency ▸ Orders ▸ Stripe ▸ Docker ▸ Netlify Serverless

This repository contains a production-ready WhatsApp E-commerce Backend designed to bridge the gap between the WhatsApp Business Cloud API and automated order fulfillment. It covers every layer — from webhook security to payment confirmation messages sent back to the customer.

🚀 Key Features

Robust Webhook Handling: Processes WhatsApp text messages and interactive messages (Product List Selection, Product detail clicks).
Security First: Cryptographic x-hub-signature-256 verification on all WhatsApp and Stripe webhooks.
Idempotency: Redis-backed event deduplication prevents double-orders if WhatsApp retries a message delivery.
Zero-Oversell Inventory:
- Atomic Reservations: Redis Lua script (scripts/reserve.lua) for concurrency-safe, TTL-controlled stock holds.
- Reconciliation Cron: scripts/cleanup-reservations.js scans expired reservations and marks pending orders as expired.
Payment Integration: Stripe Checkout session created per order; confirmation WhatsApp template sent automatically on checkout.session.completed.
Dual Netlify Mode: create-order-proxy supports BACKEND_MODE=proxy (forward to dedicated server) or BACKEND_MODE=inline (run DB logic directly in function).
Flexible Deployment: Docker, Netlify Functions, or cPanel/VPS — all covered.

📂 Repository Structure

/
├── netlify/
│   └── functions/
│       ├── webhook.js             # Serverless WhatsApp entry point (Part 5)
│       ├── payment-callback.js    # Stripe webhook handler (Part 5)
│       └── create-order-proxy.js  # Dual-mode order proxy (Part 6)
├── src/
│   └── index.js                  # Core Express app — full implementation (Part 4)
├── migrations/
│   └── migration.sql             # UUID & JSONB-optimised Postgres schema (Part 4)
├── scripts/
│   ├── cleanup-reservations.js   # Redis reconciliation & stock release cron (Part 5)
│   └── reserve.lua               # Atomic Redis Lua reservation script (Part 5)
├── templates/
│   └── whatsapp_templates.md     # Pre-formatted message templates
├── Dockerfile                    # Alpine-based production image (Part 5)
├── docker-compose.yml            # Full-stack local environment (Part 5)
├── postman_collection.json       # End-to-end test suite
├── .env.example                  # All required environment variables
└── README.md

🛠️ Quick Start

1. Local Development (Docker Compose)

git clone <repo-url>
cd "WhatsApp E-commerce Flow"

# Copy and fill environment variables
cp .env.example .env

# Build and launch all services (Express app + Postgres + Redis)
docker compose up --build

# Apply the database schema
docker compose exec db psql -U postgres -d wa -f /app/migrations/migration.sql

Server available at http://localhost:3000.

2. Run Cleanup Script (manual or cron)

node scripts/cleanup-reservations.js

Schedule this via system cron or Netlify Scheduled Functions to automatically release expired stock holds.

3. Test with Postman

Import postman_collection.json into Postman.
Set environment variables: ACCESS_TOKEN, PHONE_NUMBER_ID, CATALOG_ID, TO_WA, BASE_URL, VERIFY_TOKEN.
Run requests in order:
1. WhatsApp — Send Product List → triggers the shopping flow.
2. Backend — Webhook Verification (GET /webhook) → confirm token.
3. Backend — Create Order (POST /create-order) → provisional order + Stripe session.
4. Backend — Payment Callback (POST /payment-callback) → simulate Stripe success.
5. Backend — Catalog Sync (POST /catalog-sync) → placeholder for future catalog push.

🔑 Environment Variables

Copy .env.example to .env. Never commit secrets.

# Server
PORT=3000
BASE_URL=https://your-app-url.com

# Postgres
DATABASE_URL=postgres://user:pass@host:5432/db

# Redis
REDIS_URL=redis://redis:6379

# WhatsApp Cloud API
WHATSAPP_PHONE_NUMBER_ID=1234567890
WHATSAPP_ACCESS_TOKEN=EAA...
WHATSAPP_APP_SECRET=your_whatsapp_app_secret
VERIFY_TOKEN=your_webhook_verify_token

# Stripe
STRIPE_SECRET=sk_test_...
STRIPE_WEBHOOK_SECRET=whsec_...

# Netlify Function Mode
BACKEND_MODE=proxy            # 'proxy' or 'inline'
BACKEND_URL=https://your-main-backend.com  # only if BACKEND_MODE=proxy

# Optional
LOG_LEVEL=info

🔒 Security & Idempotency

Mechanism	Implementation
WhatsApp Signature	`x-hub-signature-256` verified via `crypto.timingSafeEqual` on raw body.
Stripe Signature	`stripe.webhooks.constructEvent` with raw body required.
Idempotency	Every `wamid.*` and Stripe event ID stored in Redis for 24 h to prevent re-processing.
Stock Safety	Redis Lua script atomically checks and decrements stock; TTL auto-expires stale holds.

📦 Deployment Options

Option A — Netlify (Serverless)

Connect this repo to your Netlify site.
Go to Site settings → Environment variables and set all keys from .env.example.
Set BACKEND_MODE:
- proxy — recommended for production; Netlify functions forward to a dedicated Express server.
- inline — all logic runs inside the function; suitable for low traffic, accepts function time limits.

https://<site>.netlify.app/.netlify/functions/payment-callback

For the reservation cleanup, use Netlify Scheduled Functions or an external cron to run cleanup-reservations.js periodically.

Option B — cPanel / VPS (Traditional)

Upload files via SFTP or Git.
Set environment variables in cPanel Node App Manager or via .env.
Entry point: src/index.js.

Use pm2 (if available) for process management:

pm2 start src/index.js --name whatsapp-commerce

Ensure your Postgres and Redis instances are reachable from the cPanel server.

Option C — Docker (Self-hosted / VPS)

docker compose up --build -d

All services (app, db, redis) are wired together via docker-compose.yml. Redis is configured with persistence (--save 60 1).

🗄️ Database Schema

The schema uses UUID primary keys and JSONB for flexible item and metadata storage:

Table	Purpose
`products`	Product catalogue with SKU, price, currency
`variants`	Product variants (size, colour) with price delta
`orders`	All orders with payment & fulfillment statuses
`reservations`	(Optional) Long-term reservation tracking

Run migrations/migration.sql against your Postgres database to initialise.

🔄 Order Flow

Customer → WhatsApp message
    → Webhook verified (signature + idempotency)
    → Product selected (text intent or interactive reply)
    → Provisional order created in Postgres
    → Stock reserved in Redis (10-minute TTL)
    → Stripe Checkout session created
    → Customer receives payment link via WhatsApp
    → Customer completes payment
    → Stripe fires checkout.session.completed
    → Order marked 'paid'; stock hold released
    → Order confirmation template sent via WhatsApp

❓ FAQ

Why a proxy function?
Keeps heavy database queries off Netlify serverless functions to avoid the 10-second execution limit. Set BACKEND_MODE=proxy and point BACKEND_URL to your Express server.

How do you prevent overselling?
Redis reservations with a short TTL (10 min) act as a hold. The atomic reserve.lua Lua script checks and decrements stock in a single Redis transaction — no race conditions.

How do I submit WhatsApp message templates?
Pre-submit order_confirmation and shipping_update templates in the Meta Business Suite under WhatsApp → Message Templates. Allow 24–48 h for approval before going live.

How do I clean up expired orders?
Run scripts/cleanup-reservations.js on a schedule. It scans reservations_by_sku:* sets in Redis, finds expired keys, removes them from the index, and marks the corresponding pending orders as expired in Postgres.

📋 Checklist Before Go-Live

[ ] WhatsApp App Secret set in WHATSAPP_APP_SECRET
[ ] Stripe webhook registered with raw-body endpoint
[ ] order_confirmation template approved by Meta
[ ] Redis and Postgres reachable from your deploy target
[ ] Cleanup cron configured (system cron, Netlify Scheduled Function, or external)
[ ] BACKEND_MODE set correctly for your deployment model
[ ] .env not committed to version control

📜 License

MIT — fork freely for client projects. Open a PR or issue for contributions.

Technical documentation based on the iZND WhatsApp E-commerce series (Parts 1–6).

ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 - Category Confirmation and Contact Details

2026-02-18T23:37:00.001+08:00

MALAYSIA – IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PROVIDER OF THE YEAR, IZND SERVICES

From: ACQ5 Global Awards <globalawards@acq5.com>
Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2026, 10:13 pm
Subject: ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 - Category Confirmation and Contact Details
To: iZND Corporate <admin@izndgroup.com>
Cc: <globalawards@acq5.com>

KIND REQUEST FOR FEEDBACK

THE OLDEST & LARGEST PROGRAM OF ITS KIND IN THE MARKETPLACE

Good day,

Please accept our apologies for the delay in responding. We have been working through a significant volume of correspondence from fellow category winners within the ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 Program.

Thank you for coming back to us, and our apologies that the original notification confirming your category achievements did not reach you. The details are now provided below.

To recap: following the completion of our extensive and fully independent voting and nomination cycle—running from October 2025 and closing at midnight (GMT+00) on 10^th December 2025—the results have confirmed that you / your organisation is an ACQ5 Global Awards 2026 Category Winner, having secured the highest number of peer nominations in each recognised category.

Now in its 23rd year, the ACQ5 Global Awards programme continues to recognise exceptional performance, leadership, and innovation across the international business landscape. You are receiving this communication as a confirmed winner in the ACQ5 Global Awards 2026, celebrating outstanding performance across the 2024–2025 period.

This year, nominees were offered the opportunity to support editorial creation at the point of nomination. Reader engagement was exceptional, enabling us to provide fully researched and professionally written editorial inclusions within our digital packages where required. This significantly reduces the time needed for information submission. For those who prefer self-submission or direct participation through our Q&A format, these options remain unchanged. As always, we will provide a full proof for review prior to publication.

You will likely already be familiar with ACQ5 Magazine—established in 2003 and today recognised as one of the sector's leading global corporate news platforms. We serve a worldwide subscriber base of more than 265,000 readers, delivering authoritative insight behind the headlines.

The ACQ5 Global Awards are regarded as one of the most influential international recognition programmes of their kind. Their purpose is to highlight organisations, teams, advisors, and individuals whose contributions shape markets, drive investment, elevate governance standards, and foster innovation across borders. The awards celebrate global excellence and underscore how world-class performance in individual jurisdictions contributes to wider international economic momentum.

IMPORTANT: If you are not the correct recipient for this announcement, we kindly ask that you pass it to an appropriate colleague. If you are the correct contact, please respond at your earliest convenience to acknowledge your category win in the ACQ5 Global Awards 2026.

We are pleased to reconfirm that you received the highest number of validated nominations in the following categories:

MALAYSIA – IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT SERVICES PROVIDER OF THE YEAR, IZND SERVICES

Please be reminded that a strict embargo applies to any external announcements regarding your award win until ACQ5 lifts the restriction. This is expected to occur upon publication of the annual awards supplement in we will notify all concerned of the lifting of the embargo in due course.

The ACQ5 awards programme remains one of the most rigorous and independently conducted in the market. Unlike many industry awards, our winners are determined entirely by the industry itself through an open, independently moderated voting process, ensuring authenticity and credibility.

Each year, ACQ5 readers help us identify the firms, individuals, and teams that embody the very highest standards of professionalism, innovation, value, and service across an expanding range of industries and geographies. Their contributions are fundamental to recognising those who have made a significant impact during the 2024–2025 cycle.

Voting closed at midnight (GMT+00) on 10th December 2025, with an exceptional 124,356 nominations received. Guided by this data, we have honoured the organisations and individuals whose performance has demonstrably influenced their sectors over the past year. While many nominees are leaders in their fields, the outstanding achievements of some merit formal distinction.

The poll was designed not only to reflect performance but also to capture perceived market leadership across several criteria. Voters were asked to assess professionalism, experience, value for money, and responsiveness, enabling the ACQ5 Awards team to generate a numerical rating between 1 and 5. Only nominees achieving an average rating of 4 stars or above progressed to the shortlist.

Full methodology, privacy policies and our terms and conditions, and an abridged version of he 2025 global awards supplement can be viewed on the all new ACQ5.com website. Our sincere thanks extend to all our winners; your contribution lends credibility and distinction to this long-standing global programme.

We kindly request that you take a few minutes to acknowledge your award by return email. You join a distinguished group of international winners. A full listing will appear in the special commemorative publication.

Category winners may also wish to consider enhanced exposure opportunities and commemorative materials, designed to support wider market recognition of their award achievements.

Digital Promotional Options for the 2026 Program:

OPTION 4

Full Page Advert or 1 page of editorial produced by our team with the assistance of those who nominated you, supplied Q&A, or self submission

Hyper-link from the digital supplement to a landing link of your choice, to assist campaign tracking

2 x Full Page Adverts in ACQ5 Magazine in separate issues of your choice in 2026

Digital Awards Certificates + Award Winners Logos + Usage rights

Total Cost £695.00 (+ VAT where applicable)

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You will receive 1 month of rotating Skyscraper advertising on the all new ACQ5 website

3 x Full Page Adverts in ACQ5 Magazine in separate issues of your choice in 2026

Hyper-link from the digital supplement to a landing link of your choice, to assist campaign tracking

Digital Awards Certificates + Award Winners Logos + Usage rights

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Front Cover Headline on the supplement.

4 pages of editorial content produced by our team with the assistance of those who nominated you, supplied Q&A, or self submission

Video files (company presentations) are also accepted subject to approved specification

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Hyper-link from the digital supplement to a landing link of your choice, to assist campaign tracking

1 x Award Winners Trophy + Postage

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Strategic Manifesto: The Future of Spice Manufacturing

2026-02-15T14:25:00.003+08:00

Prepared by iZND Group – February 2026

Vision Statement

Rempah Warisan Bernam will not merely be a spice factory—it will be Malaysia’s first AI-supervised, automation-driven seasoning plant, blending heritage with cutting-edge innovation. By fusing tradition with technology, we will redefine how spices are manufactured, protected, and scaled globally.

1. The Game-Changer Model

AI-Driven Sales Oversight

Predictive Demand Forecasting: AI models anticipate consumption trends across HORECA, retail, and export markets.
Dynamic Pricing Engine: Real-time adjustments based on raw material costs, competitor activity, and buyer behavior.
Sales KPI Monitoring: AI tracks daily targets (100kg/day) and alerts management to underperformance before it becomes critical.

Smart Factory Operations

Blind Manufacturing Protocol: Workers handle only pre-packed kits (Red Base, Yellow Master Mix, Activator Pack), ensuring recipe secrecy.
Predictive Maintenance: Machine learning reduces downtime by forecasting grinder, pulverizer, and mixer failures.
Digital Twin Simulation: A virtual model of the factory tests production runs, inventory flow, and bottlenecks before execution.

ERP + AI Integration

Odoo ERP Backbone: Inventory, procurement, and sales orders digitized.
AI Oversight Layer: Detects anomalies, enforces KPI compliance, and automates reordering rules.
Cash Flow Guardian: AI monitors burn rate (RM 15,000/month) and projects liquidity gaps, ensuring sustainability.

2. Workforce Transformation

AI-Powered Task Allocation: Workers dynamically assigned to Feeder, Packer, or Mover roles based on workload.
Performance Analytics: Wastage (<2%), uptime (>95%), and SOP compliance tracked in real time.
Gamified KPIs: Staff see progress dashboards, turning daily targets into achievable milestones.

3. Branding & Market Differentiation

Blockchain Traceability: Batch-level tracking assures authenticity and Halal compliance.
AI-Enhanced Packaging: Adaptive packaging design highlights sustainability and heritage.
Global Expansion Readiness: AI identifies export opportunities in Singapore, Brunei, and the Middle East while stabilizing domestic operations.

4. The iZND Signature Advantage

Automation First: Every repetitive task digitized or automated.
AI Oversight: Sales and operations continuously monitored by intelligent systems.
Scalable Model: Once proven in spices, the framework can be replicated across food manufacturing verticals.

5. Investor & Partner Narrative

This initiative positions Rempah Warisan Bernam as:

A heritage brand modernized by AI.
A lean, scalable factory model that minimizes burn rate while maximizing output.
A global-ready enterprise that protects intellectual property while expanding market share.

Conclusion

By strategically implementing automation and AI oversight, iZND Group ensures that Rempah Warisan Bernam will not only survive but lead the next era of spice manufacturing. This is not just a turnaround—it is a transformation into a benchmark factory model for the region.

Innovation Excellence Award 2026

2026-02-11T01:00:00.000+08:00

iZND Services has been shortlisted for our Special issue, "Innovation Excellence Award 2026

From: Emma Jones <emma@fortunerhub.com>
Date: Tue, Oct 28, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Subject: Innovation Excellence Award 2026
To: <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>

Hi Andy,

Salutations from Fortuner Hub.

I'm Emma Jones from Fortuner Hub, a leading publishing house in the United States. Our monthly and quarterly magazines are centered around the latest technology and business for our large circulation base for B2B communications.

Firstly, we are working on our Special issue, "Innovation Excellence Award 2026". Over the past few weeks, our team has been tirelessly evaluating hundreds of companies in this rapid-moving market environment. We've shortlisted a few companies based on their ability to assist the CIOs, technology decision-makers, market stance, and other factors.

I'm delighted to inform you that your company, iZND Services has been shortlisted for our Special issue, "Innovation Excellence Award 2026". The Monthly issue will reach out to our massive circulation base consisting of CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, CMOs, VCs.

The benefits?

As part of the Magazine issue, your company will be covered by our editorial team, and we'll publish the following-

1.    Two full-page in-depth features. Your company's products/services, challenges, road map, CEO's interview, etc. will be covered as part of the feature
2.    One full page Advertisement and business video content

3.    One whole month's visibility on our homepage
4.    We also provide our business partners full reprint rights
5.    Certificate of Honor and high-resolution PDF of the profile that can be used for your media circulation
6.    Complimentary hard copy of the issue
7.    Our magazines are part of the print and online circulations
8.    Digital media, email campaigns
We charge a registration fee of USD 2500.

So, what next?

Next, kindly send me confirmation mail for your participation, and we will go ahead with further procedures like paperwork, editorials, designing etc. I hope you will agree that this is an excellent branding exercise for your company. Looking forward to a positive response from your end.

Best Regards,
Emma Jones
Sales Executive - Fortuner Hub
Email: emma@fortunerhub.com

A Rare Deployment, A Bold Statement

2026-02-09T08:33:00.006+08:00

iZND Services Powers Malaysia’s First AI-Supervised Spice Factory

At iZND Group, our work typically lives at the frontier—developing proof-of-concept systems for tech giants, crafting architectures that others reference to build their own use cases. We rarely engage directly with SMEs. But when we do, it’s because the opportunity isn’t just operational—it’s transformational.

Our partnership with Rempah Warisan Bernam, a legacy spice brand founded in 1972, marks a rare and deliberate pivot: applying our enterprise-grade automation and AI frameworks to a traditional manufacturing environment. The goal? To prove that even small factories can become intelligent, efficient, and globally competitive—without losing their soul.

Why This Matters

Most SMEs struggle with fragmented systems, manual workflows, and opaque operations. They’re often left behind in the digital race. But with the right architecture, they can leapfrog—not crawl—into the future.

Blind Manufacturing Protocols to protect proprietary spice recipes.
AI Oversight Dashboards monitoring sales KPIs, machine uptime, and inventory accuracy in real time.
Odoo ERP Integration with automated reordering, production triggers, and delivery workflows.
Blockchain Traceability for Halal compliance and batch-level transparency.

This isn’t just a tech upgrade. It’s a strategic realignment—a model for how SMEs can streamline, automate, and scale without bloating their cost base.

The iZNDVerse Ecosystem

Rempah Warisan Bernam now joins the iZNDVerse Ecosystem—a curated network of forward-thinking businesses that adopt our frameworks to become more agile, data-driven, and resilient.

We’re proud to say: this is no longer a proof-of-concept. It’s a proof-of-impact.

'Vibe coding’ and other ways AI is changing who can build apps and how

2025-11-16T02:18:26.571+08:00

'Vibe coding’ and other ways AI is changing who can build apps and how

news.microsoft.com

Doher Drizzle Pablo was drowning in travel receipts. After her company transferred her to Sweden from the Philippines last year, she’d started visiting clients in at least two countries a month, and the paperwork was so tedious it was starting to cost her money.

“I was super frustrated because my husband kept telling me I wasn’t filing my reimbursements,” Pablo recalls. She laughs now, but at the time, she was fed up and overwhelmed by the spreadsheets, so she decided to tackle the chore using AI.

She didn’t know it yet, but she was about to try something new: Building software by talking through an idea with an AI tool, which writes the code to make it real.

“Vibe coding,” a term coined by prominent computer scientist Andrej Karpathy, grabbed attention earlier this year as one example of this trend. Now the broader approach of using AI to turn conversation into creation is reshaping how software gets built — opening the door to newcomers and freeing developers to move faster and experiment.

Building by talking: the promise of conversational tools

Pablo isn’t a coder and was glad she didn’t need to learn any programming languages that day. She simply began chatting about her situation in plain language with an AI-driven feature called Plan Designer in Microsoft Power Apps. Within two hours, she was using her own custom expense management app and began amazing her manager as she filed receipts on time or even early, she says.

Pablo, who grew up in a rural area and didn’t even have a computer until she moved to Manila as an adult, now uses AI tools, including Copilot within Power Platform, to create programs that help with everything from collating different calendars to event planning to sharing customer leads with her team.

“If there’s a lot of manual stuff going on, there’s a tech solution,” she says. “Now I have a partner to create solutions. It’s really saving me from all the mundane tasks.”

Coding has long been limited to the realm of software engineers who studied it in school. But now there are so-called no-code, low-code and pro-code AI tools such as Power Apps, the new App Builder agent in Microsoft 365 Copilot, GitHub Spark, VS Code and GitHub Copilot. That’s broadening who can build apps, helping everyone from non-technical business professionals to experienced developers solve problems, save time and boost creativity.

A productivity edge for engineers

It’s a new mindset that many developers have watched with a welcome but wary eye.

Vibe coding excels with prototyping and getting concepts out of heads and onto screens, helping address what some programmers call “the blank page problem.” AI tools are also invaluable when developers want to experiment or implement improvements that would otherwise require tedious, line-by-line changes — work so time-consuming they might never attempt it.

“The barrier to getting your idea on paper or on a computer or getting it working, getting the first cut, first draft, is down to zero,” says David Fowler, a distinguished engineer at Microsoft who works on cloud native development. “Anyone can do it.”

And coding with AI tools can have a “multiplier effect” for software engineers by taking care of the research and prep work for a project, keeping developers from getting bogged down by details and helping productivity skyrocket, Fowler says.

He’s used GitHub Copilot and VS Code himself to automate monotonous tasks — “stupid things that I repeat daily and are just inconvenient enough that it’s like, I should spend 5 minutes to vibe code an app,” he says — freeing up time and mental bandwidth for more meaningful work. A colleague recently used vibe coding to turn one of Fowler’s apps into a robust website the team now uses daily, all without writing a single line of code, Fowler says.

The power of a quick proof-of-concept

Collaborating with AI changes the focus for developers, he says, by letting them zero in on the bigger picture while the tool works on the coding and architecture necessary to accomplish the goals it’s given.

“It’s outcome-driven development,” Fowler says. “In coding, normally it’s all about ‘how.’ Vibe coding is all about ‘what.’”

With traditional software development, every revision can take a lot of time, and programmers might hesitate to experiment for fear of wasting resources. AI assistance with the basics is having a “profound impact” by helping reduce that effort so developers can try out different ideas and make improvements more quickly, says Amanda Silver, a corporate vice president at Microsoft leading the product team for Apps & Agents as well as a team focused on improving developer productivity.

Vibe coding shows developers what’s possible in a limited form, which encourages them to “do the work to get it all the way to reality,” says Brendan Burns, a corporate vice president on the Microsoft Azure team. “For a lot of people, just getting started is the hardest part. So that’s valuable.”

Spec-driven development: why speed needs structure

At the same time, developers are apprehensive about the new trend for multiple reasons, Fowler says.

Software engineering isn’t “just spitting out code,” he says, but involves gathering requirements, considering the purpose, contemplating how a program might evolve over time, and other “people-centric” activities. And since “software always breaks,” he says, there’s also “a big concern that software engineers are going to have to clean up the messes that are made by vibe coders.”

Maintaining human intelligence is central to coding, says Sarah Bird, who leads responsible AI efforts at Microsoft.

“Vibe coding is exciting for quick proofs-of-concept or experimentation,” Bird says, “but when it comes to building production-grade software, we believe AI-generated code still requires rigorous, specification-driven development.”

Microsoft’s AI tools and coding agents have “protection embedded at every layer,” she says, “combining developer vigilance and continuous testing to catch issues before they reach users.”

That’s necessary because the very speed and ease that make vibe coding so appealing can also lead to shortcuts — like skipping over important security checks or locking in early hacks that become hard to fix later. As projects scale, those shortcuts can create real liabilities, from broken features to vulnerabilities that could hurt a business or its customers.

“If people think we’re going to be able to get to a robust, truly scalable solution just using natural language prompts,” Silver says, “and not understanding the system architecture and the dimensions of complexity of building an at-scale solution — we’re just not there yet.”

Opening the door — without handing over the keys

Guido van Rossum, who created Python, a popular programming language used by millions of developers, says he frequently turns to vibe coding in GitHub Copilot and VS Code in his role as a distinguished engineer at Microsoft, where he’s working on bolstering memory in AI agents. But he sees tools as assistants, not replacements.

“With the help of a coding agent, I feel more productive, but it’s more like having an electric saw instead of a hand saw than like having a robot that can build me a chair or a cabinet or something,” van Rossum says. “I still have to work on the implementation, but the AI help means that trying different things or changing my mind is easier.”

Vibe coding unlocks creativity and speed, “but it really only delivers production value when paired with rigorous review, security and developer judgment,” says GitHub Chief Product Officer Mario Rodriguez. “At GitHub, we’re enabling collaborative, secure and high-quality software creation with Copilot coding agent, which keeps humans at the center while making sure AI augments rather than replaces engineering practices.”

Rodriguez says understanding, testing and verifying code “will remain essential skills — debatably now more than ever — when building with AI in production environments.”

For Ryan Cunningham, who leads Power Platform at Microsoft, AI’s support through new approaches such as vibe coding represents a long-awaited democratization of software creation.

“There’s this inherent tension in this idea of who has access to tech,” Cunningham says. “When is it OK to not be serious about it and to be creative and exploratory? And when is it OK to get serious and build more advanced things? That’s what’s part of why people are talking so much about this idea, because it kind of touches this nerve in a lot of different directions.”

Until now, there was always “a lot of people and expertise and tech in between a person with a need and instructions to computers,” he says. With AI bridging that gap through conversation instead of code, people in diverse roles across an organization can now get involved in projects and help shape tech solutions earlier — and in new ways.

“The lines are really blurring between people who solve problems for the business and people who write software, who used to be very different types of humans,” Cunningham says. “Those groups are really coming together.”

Magic for any age, safety for every stage

Microsoft has been careful to design tools that are safe for those without computer science degrees to experiment with building software, Cunningham says.

“The nice thing in Power Platform is you’re kind of doing it in a sandbox,” he says. “When you push it out to your company, it’s going to happen in the context of our secure boundary. It’s going to run on a platform that is secure and scalable, and all that stuff is handled for you.”

And one “cool thing” about Spark, Fowler says, is that the AI-powered tool “gives you a shareable URL so you can share with friends, and they can log into your app, they can play with it. It runs, maintains and hosts your app on the internet securely.”

Cunningham, Fowler and Silver all vibe code with their children on personal projects, too, that don’t require enterprise-grade scrutiny. They’ve built fun games as well as apps that have helped their kids manage a summertime lemonade stand, track the higher homework load that came with moving up to middle school, or even conquer nightmares.

“Those are the kinds of things you can do in 20 minutes,” Cunningham says. “The ability to tap into that root of exploratory creativity is actually really powerful. It’s magical for anybody of any age.”

For Silver, this new mindset of partnering with AI to build apps is the culmination of a mission she’s been championing for 24 years.

“What I’ve spent my career at Microsoft doing is trying to make it so that more people can create with technology,” she says. “Vibe coding is actually allowing more people to create with technology.”

Illustrations created by Makeshift. Story published on Nov. 13, 2025.

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The Future Isn't Global: How the 'Dead Internet' Theory Predicts We'll End Up in Small, Private Silos

2025-11-04T22:20:00.001+08:00

The Future Isn't Global: How the 'Dead Internet' Theory Predicts We'll End Up in Small, Private Silos

Have you ever been scrolling through social media, read a comment thread, or looked at a stunningly perfect profile picture and felt... off?

There's a growing sense of unreality online. That comment that's just a little too generic? That news article that feels strangely hollow? That viral video that seems just a bit too polished? You're not alone in this feeling, and there's a name for this collective unease: the "Dead Internet Theory."

It's a chilling prophecy, and I'm becoming more convinced we're watching it unfold in real-time.

The theory, in a nutshell, is this: the "real," human-generated internet is already a thing of the past. It's been overrun. The vast majority of what we see, read, and interact with is, or soon will be, generated by AI.

It's not just spam emails anymore. We're talking about AI-generated articles, AI-generated images that win art contests, and deepfake videos that are indistinguishable from reality. More insidiously, we're talking about the conversations themselves. Automated bot farms flood comment sections to simulate consensus, drive outrage, or sell products. AI-driven social media accounts post, comment, and "like" with the sole purpose of appearing human.

This is where the "dead" part comes in. It's not that the servers are off; it's that the humanity is gone, buried under an avalanche of synthetic content.

The immediate consequence is the one we're all starting to feel: the total erosion of trust.

If anything can be faked—a voice, a video of a world leader, a heartfelt personal story, a scientific-looking report—then nothing can be trusted. The very foundation of the internet as a tool for information and connection begins to crumble. We can no longer directly accept what's published as "fact." Every piece of content, every "viral" trend, every news story is now viewed through a lens of suspicion. "Is this real? Is this an AI? Who benefits from me believing this?"

This, I believe, leads to the great fragmentation.

When the global "town square" (like Twitter/X, Facebook, or Reddit) is perceived as a polluted, untrustworthy space filled with bots and fakes, people will not stay. They will leave.

Where will they go?

They will retreat into smaller, private, high-trust communities. Think of it as a digital exodus from the "public internet" to "private internets." These will be the small, closed forums, the invite-only Discord servers, the password-protected group chats, and the niche subscription newsletters where every member is known or vouched for.

In these digital silos, trust can be rebuilt because the community is small enough to be verified. You know the other people are real. The irony is staggering. The internet, the great tool that was meant to connect the entire globe and democratize information, may ultimately defeat its own purpose.

We built it to create a global village, but we may end up in a series of small, disconnected, digital fortresses, just to find a quiet place where we can be sure we're talking to another human being. The "world wide web" might be ending, replaced by a constellation of tiny, trusted worlds.

Let me know your thoughts on this

Nomination of "iZND Group" & "Dr. Isaac Andy" for the Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 ETNow India, CNBC TV18, ZEE TV MENA-Middle East & North Africa, ZEE APAC, ZEE TV USA & Canada, Zee TV UK & Europe

2025-11-04T07:42:00.000+08:00

From: KOMAL TANWAR <komal@asiaone.co.in>

Date: Mon, Oct 16, 2023, 5:04 PM
Subject: Nomination of "iZND Group" & "Dr. Isaac Andy" for the Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 ETNow India, CNBC TV18, ZEE TV MENA-Middle East & North Africa, ZEE APAC, ZEE TV USA & Canada, Zee TV UK & Europe
To: <isaac@iznd.xyz>
Cc: <info@iznd.xyz>, Alish Pekha <alish@asiaone.co.in>, Sandeep Kumar <sandeep@asiaone.co.in>, Global AsiaOne <global@asiaone.co.in>

AsiaOne Magazine & URS Media International Presents

22nd Asian Business & Social Forum 2023

"Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 Asia - Americas - Europe - Africa "

TV Series on ETNow India, CNBC TV18, ZEE TV MENA, ZEE APAC, ZEE TV USA & Canada, Zee TV UK & Europe

Episode Broadcast in Nov/Dec'23 to 41 Countries with 56Mn TV viewership

Nominations for Brand "iZND Group" & the Leader "Dr. Isaac Andy, Founder & CEO"

*kindly review the attachments & links*

Dear Isaac Sir,

I write to you on behalf of AsiaOne Magazine & URS Media International, we are an international media house and the solitary Business & News magazine with a Pan-Asia presence covering News and Brand – Leader features from across regions into one single issue. We are the pioneers, and experts, of research-based listing of Brands & Leaders in 05 Continents - Asia, America, Europe, Africa and Australia. We supplement our listing with Magazine and coffee table book features, Television Broadcast and International Investor Business & Social summits on the Brand and Leader winners. Our scientific three-phase Research Methodology, Independent jury scoring, Consumers & Industry online polls have made our Awards into Intellectual properties known as the Business Oscars.

As Asia, Middle East & Africa have progressed to become one of the fastest-growing regions in the world the commendation goes to steely resolve, innovations, and consequent achievements of personalities and organizations such as yours. Hence you have been nominated because we strongly feel that an eminent leader/brand such as you are a worthy participant in the TV Broadcast on a special ETNOW - TIMES Group India / CNBC TV18, ZEE TV MENA -Middle East & North Africa, Asia-Pacific, Zee TV USA & Canada, Zee TV UK & Europe channel series on the winners as "Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 Asia Americas Europe Africa".

AsiaOne Global Broadcast covering Seven TV channels reaches out to 41 countries over 56Mn viewers across the region, being the highest Broadcast Business Brand & Leader television series in the World, we also hold a rank in the WORLD BOOK OF RECORDS UK in the 2021 and 2022 edition.

AsiaOne magazine is in its Twenty Second Edition of Awards along with over 10000 pages of original content with a B2B readership of over 150,000 in 15 countries of Asia, Americas, Middle East & Africa, we have been successfully bridging an important gap between the actual presence of Indian, Asian and African brands and their recognition and image in the minds of the general public, thus offering higher visibility to brands & leaders which are equally impactful as brands from the western developed countries, through our several prestigious mediums including our Magazine, Coffee Table Book, Television Broadcast, various websites, Android and iOS Apps.

GREATEST BRANDS & LEADERS 2023 ASIA AMERICAS AFRICA – Award Sub Categories:

12th Edition World's Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 Asia Americas Africa

10th Edition Asia's Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023

11th Edition India's Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 (specify your category in the attached forms)

Premium Research-Based Awards – Chosen by Consumers & Industry - Greatest Brands & Leaders Asia Americas Africa 2023 has created an unprecedented platform of excellence (PoE), where about 120 finest brands and their leaders – categorized as Iconic, Powerful and Emerging – from 16 industries and 62 sub-industries will be featured in multiple broadcast of Television series on business and news channel ETNOW India/ CNBC TV18, ZEE TV MENA & APAC, ZEE TV USA & Canada, Zee TV UK & Europe celebrating the emergence of the region as a growing economic powerhouse in the world. True to its theme, the 22nd Asian Business & Social Forum 2024 on 30th Jan. 2024 at The Taj Lands End Hotel, Mumbai, India will witness participation from multiple countries by Business owners, Ministers, Parliamentarians, Ambassadors and Celebrities.

120 Coveted Brands & Leaders – Currently, we list – not rank – the Brands & Leaders, hence the Greatest Brands & Leaders 2023 would be featured as physical property in an internationally designed Leaders Coffee Table Book, and Brands would be featured in the special issue AsiaOne Magazine Nov-Dec '23, which has readership across 15 countries in Print distribution. Online versions www.asiaone.co.in, www.thworldsgreatestbrands.com, www.theasiasgreatestbrands.com, and http://www.theindiasgreatestbrands.com/ And also available on Android & iOS mobile app with reach to 2billion smartphone users across the world, with pan India, Asia and Africa distribution through controlled B2B circulation and Amazon and Magzter.

TV Episode- Covering seven channels with reach to 41 Countries over 56Mn broadcast viewers plus 136Mn online viewers across the region showcasing your Achievements and Promoting your Brand and Vision as a Leader. Reaching a total of 192 Mn audiences, we have already Broadcasted 4000 minutes of content in our 65 original and 65 repeat episodes.

This TV episode will turn out to be an immense branding platform for the brand and leader. In addition, the TV episode coverages further may be used by you in future investor initiatives. The phenomena of listing and featuring 120 brands and 120 leaders from 16 sectors helps the participating brands acquire exclusivity and visibility from companies of diverse sectors and viewers globally. Also, winners would be given the usage of the Award title and Logo rights etc. for gaining competitive advantage and enhancing brand equity.

Following are the Links of AsiaOne Greatest Brands & Leaders TV Series Full Episodes Broadcast in India, Africa, Middle East & North Africa, USA & Canada, UK & Europe and Asia Pacific:

ETNow India AsiaOne Greatest Brands & Leaders Series - June'21 to Sept'23:

Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODES 1 TO 15 - ET NOW Feature (Asiaone) Full Episode - YouTube

CNBC TV18 AsiaOne Greatest Brands & Leaders Series - June'20 to June'21:

Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODES 1 TO 11 - CNBC TV 18 Features (AsiaOne) Complete Episode - YouTube

Zee TV MENA AsiaOne Greatest Brands & Leaders Series - Nov'20 - Aug'23:

Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODES 1 TO 11 - ZEE TV MENA Feature (AsiaOne) Complete Episode - YouTube

ZEE TV APAC AsiaOne Greatest Brands and Leaders Series:

Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODE 1 to 5 - ZEE TV APAC ( Asiaone) Full Episode - YouTube

ZEE TV USA & CANADA AsiaOne Greatest Brands and Leaders Series: Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODE 1 to 4 - AsiaOne Greatest Brands & Leaders 2022 Asia Americas Africa Broadcasted on ZEETV USA on 13 Aug' 22 - YouTube

CNBC Africa AsiaOne Greatest Brands and Leaders Series: Videos (asiaone.co.in) EPISODE 1 to 3 - CNBC Africa ( Complete Episode) - YouTube

Glimpses of Our Previous Business Summits & Awards held so far in London, Dubai, Mumbai, Bangkok & Singapore 2015-2023:

1. 20th Asian Business & Social Forum World's Greatest Brands & Leaders at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai 10th July'23. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d74d1_86fi4

2. 19th Asian Business & Social Forum 2023 at the Marriott Marquis Queens Park Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand, 21st Feb'23 - https://youtu.be/0lGk1ta_sWI

3. 18th Asia Africa Business and Social Forum 2022 at Taj Palace Hotel, NewDelhi, India on 25th August 2022 : Video - https://youtu.be/zB-hTDXpLTk

4. 17th Asia Europe Business and Social Forum 2022 at London Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square, London on 12th April'22 ; Video:https://youtu.be/lDWGmDpXGJE

5. 15th Edition of Asia-Africa Business and Social Forum: Awards & Business Summit & Greatest Brands and Leaders 2020-21– Asia, Middle East & Africa held at JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Dubai on 26th October 2021 : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmCEYc3lyZY&t=4s

6.14th Edition of Asia-Africa Business and Social Forum: Awards & Business E-summit on 27th August'21 at Zoom Digital Platform : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9rdrdW0GQY&t=14s

7.13th Asian Business & Social Forum Asia's Greatest Brands & Leaders 2020 Marriott Marquis Hotel Bangkok on 7th Feb'20. Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQFAA4OqtAk

8.12th Asian Business & Social Forum India's Greatest Brands & Leaders 2019 at Taj Lands end Mumbai 16th Sept'19 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5lrNJOgjQU&feature=youtu.be

Important Forms enclosed to be filled and sent back to take the Nominations further:

1. Brand and Leader Nomination Forms (Do specify the award category you wish to apply: World-Africa, Asia, India) to be filled or Profiles emailed back for Primary data analysis and jury evaluations – Deadline for Submission 23rd Oct'23.

2. Commercials Proposal for Deliverables in Television Broadcast, Print, Online and Digital. Brand & Leader Promotions along with Media Promotions; Commercials are payable post-selection. AsiaOne GBL_Deliverables PDF Attached.

Look forward to your positive review and confirmation of participation at the earliest as this is a timeline-driven nomination.

Warm Regards

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Manager- Corporate Marketing & Research

AsiaOne Media Holdings LLC

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Prof Andy been shortlisted by The Business Fame Magazine for Exclusive Cover Story

2025-09-30T02:10:00.001+08:00

Dr. Isaac Andy invited to be featured "Top Eminent Personality Making a Mark in 2025"

From: Alison Pace <alison@thebusinessfame.com>
Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2025, 2:56 am
Subject: Prof Andy been shortlisted by The Business Fame Magazine for Exclusive Cover Story
To: isaacandy@izndgroup.com <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>

Hello Prof Andy,

Greetings for the day!

We're truly excited to extend this personal invitation to Prof Andy where Achievement Starts With You for our upcoming special edition: "Top Eminent Personality Making a Mark in 2025" Your journey, the values you stand for, and the authenticity you bring to your work have the power to inspire and we believe the world needs to see it. This edition is dedicated to recognizing leaders like you, whose stories aren't just impressive, but truly worth following.

What makes this initiative even more meaningful is Once your feature is published, it will stay online for a lifelong. This means that your legacy will continue to inspire long after the ink has dried.

The Business Fame is a global publication having 95K+ qualified subscribers with 90K+ readership in different territories and circulate our magazine digital and print edition. This is more than just a magazine feature. Unlock global recognition and visibility. Your profile will reach 1,25,000+ industry leaders, investors, decision-makers, and potential collaborators through our trusted platforms.

A glimpse of what's included:

Cover Page Spotlight — Your image featured on the cover.
6–8 Page Feature Story — Print and digital coverage of your journey and vision which will be written by our end.
Complimentary Hard Copies — 3 printed magazines delivered to your office.
Certificate of Recognition — For your milestones, both digital and printed.
Brand Exposure — 3 full-page ads in future editions.
Online Lifelong Feature and Project Badge — For your website and social media.
Do-Follow SEO Link — To uplift your digital presence.
Targeted Email Campaign — Reaching out to our global network.
Social Media Promotions — Across LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.
Thought Leadership Platform — Guest article contribution in future editions.

The full benefits are accessible through a nominal value of 1500 USD which designed as a complete one-year branding exercise which covers editorial services, research, market outreach, and circulation.

Meanwhile, go through the steps for your reference.

After email confirmation we will share you the Interview Questionnaire and you have to share us answers along with 5-6 high-res images (leadership photo, company logo, team images).
Based on your answers, our editorial team will draft an insightful profile on You.
You will have full approval rights before finalizing anything (draft, PDF, online links).
Once the draft is approved, we will begin the design phase using 5–6 high-resolution images of the team and the featured individual.
The design PDF will also be shared for your approval.
After final approvals, we'll release the digital magazine version.
Last, we will courier the magazine hardcopy and certificate at your address.

Kindly reach out to us if have any questions on the same.

Looking forward to celebrating your journey!

Regards,

Alison Pace | Media Manager

1309 Coffeen Avenue STE 1200 Sheridan, WY 82801

Isaac Andy to be featured as Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia | APAC Entrepreneur Magazine

2025-09-29T22:06:00.001+08:00

From: Clara Williams
Date: Tue, 23 Sep 2025, 12:04 pm
Subject: Isaac Andy to be featured as Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia
To: Dr. Isaac Andy

Hello Isaac,

I am Clara Williams from APAC Entrepreneur, an international B2B publication that brings to light the inspiring entrepreneurs & CEOs from various countries in the APAC region. With a readership base of 91400 qualified subscribers in print and online editions, we help entrepreneurs from the APAC region receive the global recognition they deserve through our compelling brand journalism.

Our next campaign of APAC Entrepreneur is dedicated to Malaysia CEOs, where we will spotlight the "Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia Paving New Paths in Business in 2025". This edition will recognize the efforts of CEOs based in Malaysia who are leading innovative companies despite immense market challenges and pressure from stakeholders. Through this initiative, we also aim to help you build connections, improve your presence in the market, and wield influence by sharing your ideas, entrepreneurial journey, vision and mission, leadership style, and your future goals.

We at APAC Entrepreneur believe that Isaac Andy has an interesting story and valuable ideas that capture the essence of a true entrepreneur. Our expert storytellers will write a story about you and your company in a way that will make a compelling case for you as a credible entrepreneur in today's business environment.

On this note, we invite you to be part of this special issue featuring as the "Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia Paving New Paths in Business in 2025", that stands out from its peers and gets the individual recognition it deserves through our special coverage.

All the visionary CEOs from Malaysia that have made into our special edition have risen in stature by building world-class businesses, exploring uncharted territories,and creating a meaningful impact in the industry.

The Global Market Needs Fresh Perspectives

As globalization continues to expand and competition intensifies in the global market, the world risks uniformity and unidirectional progress. The market needs fresh perspectives and new discoveries in broader areas. This requires bold actions. As the leader of a company, CEOs bear this responsibility. However, not all CEOs can do this successfully. It takes a special kind of CEO to conjure up a big idea, rally the team around it, and execute strategically with a resolute mind while bearing the brunt of intense scrutiny and pressure from stakeholders.

As part of our mission to support and promote exceptional business leaders, APAC Entrepreneur will highlight the bold and unwavering CEOs from Malaysia who are paving new paths in the business world.We believe you have demonstrated what it takes to be an exceptional CEO being the torchbearer for your company despite the immense challenges of market uncertainty and pressure from stakeholders. We believe the innovations and new business perspectives that your company delivers is a testament to your leadership quality as an unwavering CEO capable of executing big business ideas strategically.

Our primary goal at APAC Entrepreneur is to bring the spotlight to some of the incredible CEOs of Malaysia who are breaking barriers.

Beyond your company, we believe your leadership has widened opportunities and broadened what's possible for Malaysia as the country strives to be more competitive in the global market and become a high-income economy.

We are thrilled to have you on board for this special edition as the "Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia Paving New Paths in Business in 2025" and reap the benefits of brand journalism.

We believe this effort will take you a step closer to realizing your full potential.

Exclusive Benefits

Being featured in the APAC Entrepreneur is an exclusive opportunity for you to establish your brand presence in the digital world. By being part of the special edition, you are not only establishing your identity as a successful business leader but also imparting the success story of your company to your target audience through effective storytelling.

The series of benefits that come with the package are:

3-page exclusive story: Our senior writers will write a three-page exclusive story on your journey in business covering the key aspects that make you unique as a successful CEO. The story will cover the defining moments that ultimately led you to become a successful business leader. It will also touch on your company's offerings and solutions, leadership style, culture, and unique differentiating factors.
LinkedIn Post: Our digital marketing team will post your profile on LinkedIn highlighting your knowledge, skills, business acumen, and what makes you unique in the industry. This post provides an excellent opportunity to showcase yourself in your niche attracting the right attention to improve your digital identity. Unlike other sea of posts on LinkedIn, your post will have the link to your profile asserting your credibility and identity as a successful CEO.
Print Magazines on your office desk: Our team at APAC Entrepreneur will send the print magazines directly to your office addresses, ensuring timely delivery. This direct distribution allows our clients to keep the exclusive story at the forefront of their professional environment, allowing them to build a stronger connection with their clients. It also allows your clients as well as employees to connect with the CEO's vision while engaging them on a personal level. We will also send the digital and web versions of this edition that you can use in your marketing and public relations collateral.
Framed Certificate of Recognition on your Office Wall: As part of the final deliverables, we provide a professionally framed certificate recognizing your achievement and participation as "Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia Paving New Paths in Business in 2025". This serves as a lasting token of completion and can be displayed in your workspace.We will dispatch this material at your corporate address.
Media-Ready Content: A media-ready content piece on the release of this annual edition, citing the reasons for you being selected as the story feature by our senior editors, will be shared with you. This helps you reach outside the confines of typical marketing channels and gets your business the attention it deserves.

Previous edition magazine link:

For your reference, please find the digital link from one of our latest editions:

https://apacentrepreneur.com/magazine-digital/vol-15-issue-6-hongkong.html#features/

To support this effort, we expect a nominal fee of $2000. However, we work on a "pay after receiving service" agreement, so that invoice will be raised only after the issue gets published. For which you will receive all the benefits mentioned above and the support of our marketing team to optimize the content on all digital media handles and also enjoy the benefits of other deliverables that come with the same package

Investing in this opportunity can increase the visibility of your brand, help you build meaningful connections, and create a unique brand identity in the global business landscape.

All the CEOs & Entrepreneurs who have been featured in our coverage have reaped huge benefits as they could use our marketing story in their public relations and marketing collateral. We also encourage you to seize this opportunity to build your brand, inspire confidence in your employees, and improve the brand image of the company you lead.

Please confirm your participation to get recognized as the "Most Renowned CEO of Malaysia Paving New Paths in Business in 2025", so that I can confirm you are on board and assist you with the next steps.

Looking forward to your email.

Thanks and Regards,
Clara Williams
Content Coordinator
APAC Entrepreneur
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iZND has been shortlisted for 30 Innovative Brands of the Year

2025-09-26T05:21:00.001+08:00

From: Nick Davis <nick@thesiliconreview.com>

Date: Fri, Apr 11, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Subject: Re: iZND has been shortlisted for 30 Innovative Brands of the Year
To: Jason Kua <jason@izndgroup.com>
CC: Prof. Dr. Isaac Govind Andy PhD <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>

Hi Jason,

I trust this mail finds you well!

Well, It gives me immense pleasure to work with you and your team every time. I was wondering if you would like to have your company listed and featured in one of our upcoming issues below.

30 Leading Companies of the Year 2025
5 Best Cloud Hosting Solutions Providers 2025
30 Best CEOs of the Year 2025

Original registration fee: ~~$2000~~

Registration fee: 1000 USD

We currently have 7M+ Viewers as industry leaders and decision -makers (CEOs, CIOs, CMOs, CTOs, CFOs, and other C-level executives), both online and in print, this feature could significantly boost your visibility and connect you with potential customers.

You can select one or more of these issues, and I'd be happy to provide more details about pricing, circulation, and the benefits of this feature—I'm just one message away!

This campaign provides an excellent prospect to enhance your brand's presence and visibility in the market

Best regards,
Nick Davis
609-858-5599

On 1/12/2024 11:36 AM, Jason Kua wrote:

Hi

I'm Jason Kua, Dr Isaac Andy's assistant.

Sorry for the late reply, as we've just found your email on our spam folder.

Kindly advise what is required for us to take this forward

Cheers,

Jason Kua

Assistant to CEO - Integrated Solutions

✆ +60 (11) 56222295 | ✉ jason@izndgroup.com | 〄 www.izndgroup.com

⚐ Empire Tower, Jalan SS16/1, Subang Jaya, 47500 Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia

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On Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 3:37 AM Nick Davis <nick@thesiliconreview.com> wrote:

Hello Isaac,

I am not sure whether you have received my previous e-mail or not, so, I am re-sending you this exciting proposal once again to ensure that this e-mail hits your inbox and you will not miss this excellent opportunity.

Requesting you to please go through the below invitation e-mail regards to "30 Innovative Brands of the Year" and let me know your thoughts for moving forward.

Best regards,
Nick
609-858-5599

On 12/28/2023 9:21 AM, Nick Davis wrote:

Hi Isaac,

I'm sure you must be busy, and I don't want to seem to interrupt. I would appreciate if you could take out some time and work something out. Let me know how we can work together and take it for further procedures.

I am looking forward to working with you.

Best regards,
Nick
609-858-5599

On 12/27/2023 2:25 PM, Nick | Thesiliconreview wrote:

Dear Isaac,

Greetings from The Silicon Review!

My name is Nick Davis - Marketing Executive from The Silicon Review (A business magazine and most trusted source of news and information for global business leaders, decision-makers, and professionals), published from Silicon Valley, California, and having its Headquarter in New Jersey.

I am glad to inform you that we have shortlisted your company as one of the innovative companies in the "30 Innovative Brands of the Year" list. It will be two full-page in-depth feature about your company's differentiators, products, services, challenges, road-map, and how the CEO is driving the company with an interesting photograph and heading. We will also talk about how all 30 companies are giving their best to the business community and their effort towards the ecosystem.

"You reach us and we will help you out to reach your target audiences and customers."

It is an excellent opportunity to share your success story and to showcase your company, product/services in front of '3Million' decision-makers who could be your potential customers. It is undoubtedly going to optimize your visibility as it will reach 70,000 (Print subscribers) senior leaders and decision-makers in the global business community.

Previous year web-links to know how it looks like and the participants:
https://thesiliconreview.com/magazine/cover/30-innovative-brands-of-the-year-2023
https://thesiliconreview.com/magazine/profile/30-innovative-brands-of-the-year-2023-listing

Benefits:

1) Title as a "30 Innovative Brands of the Year" with an exciting photograph of the CEO/Founder.

2) Two full-page in-depth features about your company's differentiators, products/services, challenges, road-map, strength, a unique proposition to the customers worldwide, and how the CEO is driving the company with fascinating pictures and chart-graphs.
3) One full-page complimentary ad/press release/article/product release anytime that can be used by you.
4) Complimentary 2 minutes video message from CEO/Founder or management team.
5) One whole month visibility on the homepage of our website and one complimentary hard copy of the issue.
6) Full reprint rights, Certificate of Honor and high-resolution PDF of the profile which you can use for your media circulation and the same you can put on your website also.

Registration fee: $2,500

Our client's feedback after taking services: https://thesiliconreview.com/client-speak

Our Readers/subscribers: CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, CMOs, CFOs, VPs and other C level executives. Also fortune 5000 companies and this will help you to reach to your probable clients.

Medium to reach your target audiences: Print circulations, online circulations, Digital media, Email campaign, Newsletters, Events and Conferences.

Please send me an e-mail confirmation for your participation and we will go ahead with further procedures like paperwork, editorials, designing etc.

I am sure you will agree as this is a very good branding exercise for you and your company.

Best regards,
Nick Davis l Marketing Executive
Email: nick@thesiliconreview.com | Direct: 609-858-5599 | Fax: 609-482-4747
Registered office: Silicon Review LLC, 3240 East State Street Ext Hamilton, NJ 08619

iZND Services, Global Titan Company of the Year 2025 by

2025-09-20T07:58:00.001+08:00

From: 'Dhruv Pandey'
Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2025, 7:45 pm
To: Jason <jason@izndgroup.com>
Subject: Global Titan Company of the Year 2025

Crowning iZND Services as Global Titans

Company of the Year Feature

Dear Sir

The stage is set to give a nod to your grit, hustle, and triumphs, making you an iconic establishment in your industry.

Your company's exemplary story has been shortlisted to be featured in one of the most anticipated editions of the year. Not just as a participant, but as a Global Titan: Company of the Year 2025.

Our team of seasoned data analysts, editors, and other jury members has been putting together a very special edition, and honestly, it wouldn't feel complete without champions like you in it.

This exclusive feature isn't just another acclaim/accolade for the shelf but a powerful spotlight on brands that are changing the game, rewriting rules, and inspiring the future. You are getting a comprehensive platform where visionaries, innovators, and leaders who dare to disrupt and lead with impact will take the spotlight and catch the global eye.

Zero Hassles, Nominal Participation fees

Worried about sky-high participation fees and a lot of formalities? It is nothing like that. We are providing a platform that stands for celebrating your impact, not draining your time or budget.

We're keeping the participation fee so nominal, it's practically a no-brainer, as your business development in the market already says it. The fee simply covers printing and digital coverage. No hefty amounts, or any extras!

Why does this matter?
Corporate Connect is not just another media house in the industry but a stage where over 4,000 business leaders have been featured across an archive of 7,000+ pages of influential content. We don't just share the business trends – we set them.

Package 1. The benefits & Deliverables:- A Premium Trophy and Certificate will be provided by courier

1. A trophy

2. A Certificate of Appreciation

3. Your recognition will be published with our 45+ media partners through a press release.

Some Media Partners are as Below:

ABP News
Outlook India
Business World
Daily Hunt
Telegraph
ANI-70
My Nation

4. Your one-page (600 words) company/key official profile will be published on our website.

5. Backlink will be inserted in your article for SEO purposes

Package 2. Deliverable: Digital & Print coverage:

Print Feature:- Two-page space 'exclusive article' in Business Connect Magazine written by their editorial board, and the same would be published and circulated in Print
One-to-One Live Session:- One of the senior editors of Business Connect will do a Live session with your key official, and the same will be published on Business Connect's YouTube channel
Press Release:- You may share the press release of your company twice within 12 months
Back Cover Ad:- You will be given a back cover advertisement of your brand anytime within three months
Inclusion of Package 1. The above deliverables will be given, including the benefits of package 1.

Note: In addition to the above packages, we also provide a premium package for an Exclusive Cover Story in the print magazine, along with other exclusive benefits.

I am looking forward to having your quick revert.

Thanks & Regards,
Dhruv Pandey | Marketing Manager
Corporate Connect Magazine

iZND Services, Global Titan Company of the Year 2025 by

2025-09-20T07:52:00.001+08:00

Crowning iZND Services as Global Titans
Company of the Year Feature

From: 'Dhruv Pandey'
Date: Fri, 19 Sep 2025, 7:45 pm
To: Jason <jason@izndgroup.com>
Subject: Global Titan Company of the Year 2025

Crowning iZND Services as Global Titans

Company of the Year Feature

Dear Sir

Package 1. The benefits & Deliverables:- A Premium Trophy and Certificate will be provided by courier

1. A trophy

2. A Certificate of Appreciation

3. Your recognition will be published with our 45+ media partners through a press release.

Some Media Partners are as Below:

ABP News
Outlook India
Business World
Daily Hunt
Telegraph
ANI-70
My Nation

4. Your one-page (600 words) company/key official profile will be published on our website.

5. Backlink will be inserted in your article for SEO purposes

Package 2. Deliverable: Digital & Print coverage:

Print Feature:- Two-page space 'exclusive article' in Business Connect Magazine written by their editorial board, and the same would be published and circulated in Print
One-to-One Live Session:- One of the senior editors of Business Connect will do a Live session with your key official, and the same will be published on Business Connect's YouTube channel
Press Release:- You may share the press release of your company twice within 12 months
Back Cover Ad:- You will be given a back cover advertisement of your brand anytime within three months
Inclusion of Package 1. The above deliverables will be given, including the benefits of package 1.

Note: In addition to the above packages, we also provide a premium package for an Exclusive Cover Story in the print magazine, along with other exclusive benefits.

I am looking forward to having your quick revert.

Thanks & Regards,
Dhruv Pandey | Marketing Manager
Corporate Connect Magazine

iZND Services | An Integrative Review & Research: The 20 Companies Gain Global Attention in 2025

2025-07-31T04:06:00.001+08:00

iZND Services | The 20 Companies Gain Global Attention in 2025

From: Anna Pereira <anna@businessconnectindia.in>

Date: Wed, Jul 30, 2025, 1:59 PM
Subject: Hello Again!! An Integrative Review & Research: The 20 Companies Gain Global Attention in 2025
To: Isaacandy <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>

To
Dr. Isaac Andy

Good Day from Business Connect

I am Amol from Business Connect Magazine, and this is about featuring iZND Services for the Cover Story in our next The 20 Companies Gain Global Attention in 2025 edition. Business Connect Magazine is a monthly business magazine for CEO's and high-level executives at the decision-making point around the world. We enjoy a strong readership of powerful and influential leaders across the globe who engage with us through our print publications, digital platforms, and live events.

At Business Connect our endeavor is to highlight companies from different industries — identified those that face unusual challenges in the coming year or are poised to release products or services with blockbuster potential. The analysts considered revenue growth, margins, market share, milestones, achievements, work culture and other factors such as economic conditions.

Deliverable- Cover Story

6 full pages of articles unfolding the story of your struggles, highlighting your Triumph and achievements- Written by our versatile professional writers
Full Image of the CEO/Founder on the cover page of the magazine
Press releases about your company and key officials will be published on our website and various Media Platforms
A full page advertisement of your company, which we will place in any of our upcoming magazines within a year
A print ready high-resolution PDF of your article with reprint rights that can be promoted on various digital platforms - Designed by our creative designers
The logo of the listing –A unique logo created by our designers attributing you as 'upcoming Edition', that you can use on your website, media, press release, etc
You can also share as many press releases with us, we will make it live on our website
A back-link to your company's website which will remain on our archives permanently
A soft/hard copy of the certificate by Business Connect Magazine
Complimentary hard copies

We may believe the above details are impressive. Let us know your interest so that we may reach by mobile anytime as per your convenience and discuss it.

Thanks & Regards,
Anna Pereira | Corporate Manager
Business Connect
Ph: +91-95991 81675

iZND Group Sdn Bhd Invited Top of Business 2026

2025-07-31T03:44:00.001+08:00

iZND Group Sdn Bhd Invited Top of Business 2026

From: <diuli@ibiorg.com>
Date: Fri, Jul 18, 2025, 9:48 PM
Subject: Invite Top of Business 2026
To: <info@izndgroup.com>

iZND Group of Companies
General Manager
Malaysia --

It is with great honor that we exclusively announce the TOP OF BUSINESS 2026 ceremony, which will take place in Rome on August 7 and 8, 2026.

After a thorough evaluation conducted by our curation team, iZND Group of Companies has been selected to participate in the upcoming edition of Top of Business 2026, to be held on August 7 and 8 at the iconic Rome Cavalieri – A Waldorf Astoria Hotel, in Rome.

This international event brings together leaders, prominent figures, and entrepreneurs from various countries, recognizing outstanding achievements marked by excellence, innovation, and impact in their respective fields.

In addition to the traditional gala ceremony, the event offers an exclusive program, carefully designed to provide:

Unique experiences in prestigious settings;
High-level networking, connecting top professionals from various sectors and countries;
Opportunities to strengthen strategic partnerships and increase your visibility on the international stage.

Important: In order to validate the nomination, we kindly ask you to contact us to request the Business Excellence Questionnaire and to schedule the screening and alignment meeting.

Participation is only authorized after this procedure, which is essential to align the next steps and confirm attendance.

I would be delighted to share more details about the event and your participation. Shall we schedule a meeting so I can present the new project and explain how your involvement will take place?

I remain at your disposal for any further information.

Diuli Ferreira / CEO & Journalist
diuli@ibiorg.com / +55 (51) 3317-8000

International Business Institute
Journalistic sector available Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM until 6:00 PM
www.ibiorg.com

Invitation to Be Featured in 10 Business Excellence Awards 2025

2025-07-31T03:05:00.001+08:00

iZND Services Invited to Be Featured in 10 Business Excellence Awards 2025

From: George Hagen <george@thechiefsdigest.com>Date: Wed, Jul 30, 2025, 9:12 AM
Subject: Invitation to Be Featured in 10 Business Excellence Awards 2025
To: <jason@izndgroup.com>

Hi Jason,

Greetings from The Chief's Digest!

I'm George Hagen from the Business Development team at The Chief's Digest, a trusted business publication based in Boca Raton, Florida. We specialize in spotlighting forward-thinking companies that are driving innovation and industry transformation.

I'm pleased to inform you that iZND Services has been considered for inclusion in our upcoming special edition 10 Business Excellence Awards 2025. This edition will feature organizations that exemplify growth, creativity, and impactful leadership.

As a selected company, you will receive:

Featured Recognition as one of the 10 Business Excellence Awards 2025.
Two-Page Editorial – A professionally written profile with insights from your leadership team.
Certificate of Recognition – Celebrating your contribution to the industry.
Digital Spotlight – 3 months of homepage visibility, plus permanent archive list.
Optional Video Feature – Interview content shared on our website and social media.
Complimentary Ad Page – A full-page advertisement in the same issue.
PR Activities– High-resolution PDF for use in PR, marketing, and your website.
Printed Editions – Two complimentary copies for your team or office.

Participation Fee: $ 2,500
(Covers editorial creation, professional design, and global distribution.)

If you're interested in moving forward, simply reply to this email, and we'll share the editorial brief and next steps.

If someone else in your organization handles media features, kindly forward this message to the appropriate contact.

Looking forward to to feature your success story.

Warm regards,
George Hagen
The Chief's Digest
+1 (561) 250-0605
2234 N Federal Hwy #3051, Boca Raton, FL 33431, USA

Dr. Isaac Andy for The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025

2025-07-04T06:33:00.001+08:00

From: Michael Smith <michael@theenterpriseworld.com>
Date: Wed, Jul 2, 2025, 8:24 PM
Subject: Re: Follow Up : Isaac Andy for The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025.
To: Isaac Andy <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>

Hello Isaac,

Thanks for shearing your concern!

We are discussed your concern with our team and we clarify — your shortlisting for "The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025" special edition was indeed the result of a thorough evaluation conducted by our editorial board in collaboration with our data research team. We assess several factors, including leadership impact, industry innovation, professional accomplishments, and thought leadership across platforms. Your work stood out clearly in this process.

While we do offer promotional packages to support broader visibility and engagement for selected leaders, it's important to note that the initial selection is based purely on merit. We are committed to upholding the integrity of this recognition and ensuring it reflects genuine achievements in the industry.

Please let us know your views and confirmation so that we can send you Media Partnership Agreement and block the special Cover story for you.

Looking forward to working with you!

Regards,

Michael

From: Isaac Andy <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>
Sent: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 12:47 PM
To: Michael Smith <michael@theenterpriseworld.com>
Subject: Re: Follow Up : Isaac Andy for The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025.

Hello Michael,

Thank you for your kind email and for recognizing my contributions to the tech industry. I truly appreciate your consideration for "The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025" special edition.

Before proceeding, I would like to clarify if my shortlisting was based on the rigorous evaluation criteria applied by your editorial and data research teams. I want to ensure that any potential feature does not create the impression that my inclusion was a result of a paid placement rather than a genuine recognition of my work.

I look forward to your clarification on this matter.

Cheers,

Prof. Dr. Isaac G. Andy, Ph.D

Director - Integrated Solutions

✆ +60 (11) 1176 1671 | ✉ isaac@izndgroup.com | 〄 www.izndgroup.com

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On Fri, Jun 27, 2025 at 1:32 AM Michael Smith <michael@theenterpriseworld.com> wrote:

Hello Isaac,

I hope this mail finds you well!

I noticed you never had a chance to reply to my email and wanted to follow-up regarding it. As you can see, I'm pretty persistent.

I really hope we can jump on a call this week to discuss about The Enterprise World's collab with Isaac Andy. It won't take long for me to describe our advertising package and offerings.

You can use the link below to book the time that works for you best: Meet with TEW

Best regards,

Michael

From: Michael Smith <michael@theenterpriseworld.com>
Sent: Monday, June 16, 2025 11:05 PM
To: isaacandy@izndgroup.com <isaacandy@izndgroup.com>
Subject: Cover Story : Isaac Andy for The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025.

Hello Isaac,

This is Michael from The Enterprise World magazine!

I hope this message finds you well. At The Enterprise World magazine, we're thrilled to announce our upcoming Special Edition: "The Most Empowering Leader Redefining Business in 2025."

After an extensive evaluation by our Editorial and Data Research team, it's clear that "Isaac Andy" exemplifies the qualities of an influential leader driving meaningful impact, perfectly aligning with the theme of this prestigious edition.

This edition goes beyond traditional business profiles; it's a platform where innovative leaders and brands connect with a highly engaged audience of over 496,000 readers, including 356,000+ C-suite subscribers and decision-makers across industries and regions, through emails and newsletters.

Our Brand Awareness Package for "Isaac Andy" includes a variety of high-visibility benefits designed to highlight your organization's strengths. These include a Prime Cover Page Placement, a 10+ Page Custom Cover Story, an Exclusive Video Interview with Our Editorial Team, Complimentary Hard Copies, Global PR Exposure, and more.

For more details on the benefits and sample of feature, you can visit our showcase here: https://theenterpriseworld.com/list-of-cover-story-features/.

Sponsorship cost for this advertorial package is $2000. which covers all costs from content creation to design and distribution. There are no hidden/ additional charges attached.

I'd love to connect and discuss how we can make this feature truly memorable for "Isaac Andy" in The Enterprise World. Please feel free to suggest a convenient time for a call or let us know if you have any questions.

To connect with us, please provide your convenient time here.

Kind regards,

Michael Smith | Marketing Coordinator

The Enterprise World

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