Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health Asia Pacific bags accolade at SBR Management Excellence Awards 2024

The global ingredient manufacturer won the Executive of the Year - Agriculture accolade for the leadership and strategic vision of its President and CEO Dr Tan Hai Meng.

Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health Asia Pacific’s win at the SBR Management Excellence Awards 2024 highlights the laudable leadership of President and CEO Dr Tan Hai Meng, which has ushered the company into significant achievements.

Driving growth with innovative strategies

Dr Tan has driven growth to KAA through innovative strategies that prioritise customer satisfaction. Amongst his achievements is the successful implementation of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy. Dr Tan, with the goal of adapting to a rapidly changing digital landscape, initiated projects that utilised advanced technologies to boost KAA's online presence. This included launching an online platform that integrated various digital channels, leading to a 40% increase in online sales within the first year—an outcome that serves as a testament to his ability to deliver results.

Championing a culture of continuous improvement and learning within KAA, Dr Tan has also made it a priority to keep employees informed about the latest industry trends and best practices. Amongst the initiatives observed to adhere to this goal are the regular training sessions and workshops that are being conducted for the employees. Through these, their individual skills are enhanced whilst also strengthening the company as a whole, creating a more agile and adaptable workforce equipped to handle modern business challenges.

Furthermore, Dr Tan inspires and motivates his team, fostering an environment that encourages creativity and collaboration. His leadership style underscored open communication and inclusivity, which makes every team member feel valued. This approach has led to high levels of employee satisfaction and retention, contributing to KAA's overall success.

Inspiring change through industry-wide initiatives

In addition to his work at KAA, Dr Tan has actively participated in industry-wide initiatives and collaborated with other leaders to promote positive change. He is involved in various industry associations and has contributed to the development of best practices and standards. On top of these, his expertise is in high demand as he is frequently invited to speak at industry conferences, which showcases his commitment to advancing the sector.

Giving back to the community is also one of Dr Tan’s primary commitments. He participates in charitable initiatives and mentorship programmes, demonstrating his commitment to making a positive impact on society. His efforts have further established him as a compassionate and socially responsible leader.
With these characteristics, Dr Tan proved himself worthy of recognition from the SBR Management Excellence Awards 2024. 

The SBR Management Excellence Awards recognises the most exceptional business leaders, innovators, teams, and initiatives that drive growth and make a positive impact on both the business operations and its workforce in Singapore.

The awards programme, which is now in its 10th year, does not only acknowledges positive change but also honours those who have successfully propelled their companies to new heights of success whilst fostering a nurturing environment that positively influences their employees.

The SBR Management Excellence Awards is presented by Singapore Business Review Magazine. To view the full list of winners, click here. If you want to join the 2025 awards programme and be acclaimed for your company's employee engagements and management initiatives, please contact Julie Anne Nuñez at [email protected].