Marketing and branding expert Dr. Karen De Asis has once again brought pride to the Philippines after receiving two prestigious international awards from the World Marketing Congress and the World Women Leadership Congress during ceremonies held on June 26 at the Dusit Thani Manila.

Dr. De Asis was named one of the 2026 Most Admired Marketing Leaders of the Philippines, recognizing her excellence in brand management, customer-centric marketing, innovation, and corporate social responsibility. She also received the Philippines Woman Leaders Award, honoring women who exemplify resilience, innovation, and transformative leadership.

These accolades add to an impressive list of recognitions, including her 2025 ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Award representing the Philippines and previous honors for excellence in marketing education and leadership.

As founder of MKS Marketing Consulting, Dr. De Asis has dedicated more than a decade to helping Filipino family-owned businesses build strong, market-leading brands. She believes that successful Filipino companies create not only business growth but also sustainable employment and improved livelihoods for thousands of Filipino families.