His name is a globally-recognised brand that stands for creativity, innovation, philantrophy and excellence in education. His natural talent and unique vision, coupled with limitless drive, have led him to achieve what others might take many lifetimes to achieve.
Colleagues and compatriots, competitors and admirers alike agree that Tan Sri Limkokwing is truly a living legend.
“Your untiring efforts on our behalf have touched the hearts of us all and you have shown true friendship and solidarity with the people of South Africa in our endeavour to transform South Africa into a free and democratic country.”
Nelson R. Mandela
Former President, South Africa
“Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing is among the people who shared my views. He believed as I do, in the abilities of the Malaysians. This enabled us to get along very well and to work together on the process of convincing Malaysians that they can do what others can do and probably do it better.”
Tun Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad Prime Minister, Malaysia
“And I’m very very happy, most grateful, when Tan Sri Lim Kok Wing personally just now, has declared to all of us that his university college is ready to help us in order to promote the Malaysian brand abroad.”
Dato’ Seri Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi Prime Minister, Malaysia
Chair, Commonwealth Youth Centre for Innovation Leadership
Commander of the Most Meritorious Order of Mohlomi
Special Envoy to SADC Nations
Human Rights Enabler
Commonwealth Champion
Honorary Consul of the Republic of Tajikistan
International President of TVET UK
Father of Innovation
Chair, UNESCO - Limkokwing IITE Transformation
Royal Ambassador of Malaysian Education
The Order of the Companions of OR Tambo
International Peace Ambassador
Ambassador of International Peace & Goodwill
The Salver of Honor
ASIC Award: Outstanding Contribution to Higher Education & TVET in Cambodia
2020
ASIC Award: Transformational Leadership in Global TVET Education
2020
ASIC: Transformational Leadership in provisionof educational opportunities for students in Africa
2020
The Brand Founder Legacy Award
2019
Leadership for Innovation in Education - ASIC
2019
HOF Lifetime Achievement Award - The Man of The Decade
2019