Last updated: 05 Oct 2020 01:48 Posted in: AIA
AIA were proud to support the inaugural Northern Asian Powerlist 2020 which showcases the remarkable contribution made by the Asian community across a range of sectors including business, politics, technology, social change and culture within the Northern Powerhouse.
Like AIA and its network of trusted business advisers, the Northern Asian Powerlist provides a voice for business on a regional, national and international level supporting the ambitious objectives of the government’s Northern Powerhouse strategy.
As a Northern Powerhouse Partner, AIA engages with businesses, civic leaders and others about how entrepreneurship, innovation, diversity and talent development are all improving quality of life and economy in the North. Recognising the achievements of the Asian community and highlighting the wider economic, cultural and social impact they have plays an important role in bringing investment in skills, innovation, transport and culture to the region and encourages the next generation.
AIA chief executive, Philip Turnbull, judging the Politics and Diplomacy category (won by the Chancellor of the Exchequer, The Rt Hon Rishi Sunak MP) said: “It was an honour to be part of the first Northern Asian Powerlist and celebrate the contribution and impact British Asians are having in communities across the North of England.”
Read the full report here.
Like AIA and its network of trusted business advisers, the Northern Asian Powerlist provides a voice for business on a regional, national and international level supporting the ambitious objectives of the government’s Northern Powerhouse strategy.