POPULAR Bookstore Wins Top Influential Brand Award at 2026 CEO Summit & Award Ceremony
POPULAR Bookstore is recognised as a Top Influential Brand in the Retail category, reflecting its impact on education, reading culture, and customer trust in Singapore.
By Sim Yi Wen
POPULAR Bookstore Recognised as a Top Influential Retail Brand
On 6 April 2026, POPULAR Bookstore Singapore has been awarded the Top Influential Brand Award in the Retail category at the 2026 CEO Summit & Award Ceremony, a prestigious platform recognising outstanding brands across Asia. The accolade honours companies that demonstrate strong brand preference, customer loyalty, innovation, and meaningful engagement.
This recognition reinforces POPULAR Bookstore’s position as a trusted bookstore and educational retailer in Singapore, with a longstanding commitment to fostering a culture of reading and lifelong learning.
Regional Business Excellence at the 2026 CEO Summit
The 2026 CEO Summit & Award Ceremony brought together distinguished companies from Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, and China. Awards were presented across key categories, including Top Brands, Top Employers, Top Sustainability Companies, and Top CEOs, celebrating leadership and excellence in today’s competitive business landscape.
Held at The Fullerton Hotel as an elegant dinner function, the event provided a platform for industry leaders to connect, exchange ideas, and explore future opportunities. POPULAR representatives were among leading and forward-thinking organisations in Singapore, engaging in conversations on growth, innovation, and collaboration.
Guests were treated to an elegant evening featuring curated amuse-bouches that delighted the palate, followed by a formal sit-down dinner. The celebratory atmosphere was palpable, with cheers and applause ringing out across the room as attendees marked milestones and achievements together.
Advancing Education and Reading Culture in Singapore
The award was presented to the Chief Executive Officer of POPULAR Singapore, Ms Emily Yiu, by the Guest-of-Honour, Mr Heng Swee Keat, Chairman of the National Research Foundation and Former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore, as well as Mr Jorge Rodriguez, Managing Director at Influential Brands, underscoring the significance of the occasion.
This momentous occasion underscores our continued dedication to delivering value beyond retail. Our ongoing efforts in championing local literary works, supporting education, and curating quality learning resources and meaningful literary experiences have strengthened our connection with generations of readers and learners.
Reflecting on the win, Ms Emily Yiu said, “We are honoured to receive the title of ‘Top Influential Brand’ in the Retail category in Singapore. It is a strong testament to our unfaltering endeavours in fostering a reading and learning culture, championing the power of stories — particularly local literary works — and embodying the responsibilities and shared values of a provider of educational materials.”
“As we embark on a new century, we continue to uphold our commitment to curating the most compelling reads for every generation and to providing best-in-class learning and educational resources. We would like to thank our loyal customers and shoppers for their support through the years, which has shaped our journey of excellence and dedication. Their trust in us has helped us attain this title and become a top influential brand.”
A Milestone in POPULAR Bookstore’s Ongoing Journey
This recognition marks a significant milestone in POPULAR Bookstore’s journey of more than a century. With a continued focus on quality, accessibility, and relevance, the brand remains committed to supporting readers, students, and families through every stage of learning.
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