This article showcases our top picks for the best Southeast Asia based Association companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Association industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top Southeast Asia Association Startups
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NUS School of Computing
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NUS School of Computing provides a stimulating environment that amalgamates the best of educational traditions.
ATEC Biodigesters
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ATEC Biodigesters is an Australian-Cambodian social enterprise that produces small-scale biodigester system for rural Cambodian households.
Alliance for Microfinance in Myanmar
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Alliance for Microfinance in Myanmar is a for-profit MFI and double bottom-line institution that focuses on social performance management.
Singapore Bell Chain Foundation
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The Singapore Bell Chain Foundation is a non profit organisation.
CrimsonLogic Pte Ltd
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CrimsonLogic Pte Ltd is a company who designs and builds e-government solutions.
iAcademic
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iAcademic is authorised by almost 10 UK & Europe awarding bodies to promote their brand & programs to the institutions in Asia countries.
PT. Djarum
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Djarum has committed major resources towards bettering the world around us, as part of our efforts to do business responsibly.
Gunung Sewu Group
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Over the years Gunung Sewu Group has thrived through visionary leadership recognizing unique growth opportunities.
CRIB
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CRIB empowers women to become successful entrepreneurs through networking, matchmaking and business incubation.
Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia – KPM
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Kementerian Pendidikan Malaysia is a government organization focused on the education sector in Malaysia.
Hello Sehat
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Hello Sehat hadir di Indonesia dengan satu misi: menginspirasi Anda untuk hidup lebih sehat, dan membantu Anda mewujudkannya.
Securities Commission Malaysia
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Securities Commission Malaysia is a self-funding statutory body with investigative and enforcement powers.
Manila Angel Investors Network
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The Manila Angel Investors Network is the largest network of committed independent and private investors in the Philippines.
PSSLAI
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PSSLAI is a non-stock, non-profit savings and loan association for public safety personnel.
Adev – Perusahaan Jasa Maklon Kosmetik & Skincare Terbaik
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Adev adalah Perusahaan Jasa Maklon Kosmetik & Skincare Terbaik Legal BPOM. Kami jual jasa produksi & pembuatan produk kecantikan
Changi Airport Group
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Singapore Changi Airport is the primary civilian airport for Singapore, and one of the largest transportation hubs in Southeast Asia
Marshall Cavendish Education
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In Singapore, we are the preferred co-publisher of the Ministry of Education with the greatest number of approved textbooks.
ASEAN
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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, was established on 8 August 1967 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore
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ISCA is the national accountancy body of Singapore, bringing value to members, the profession and wider community.
Asian Hospital and Medical Center
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A Joint Commission International – Accredited Hospital in Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines
The Engineering Institute of Thailand Under H.M. The King’s Patronage
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EIT is an engineering profession and educational society
Chan Brothers Group
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Chan Brothers Group is a travel agent and tour operator offering a wide choice of destinations.
Habitat For Humanity International
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Habitat for Humanity or simply Habitat, is an international, non-governmental, and nonprofit organization
Digital Economy Promotion Agency
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Digital Economy Promotion Agency was established to promote and support the development of digital industry.
Singapore Fintech Association
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SFA is a platform designed to facilitate collaboration between all market participants and stakeholders in the FinTech ecosystem.
National Trades Union Congress
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NTUC is a national confederation of trade unions in the industrial, service and public sectors in Singapore.
Indonesian Exporters Association (Gabungan Pengusaha Eksportir Indonesia)
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Association of Exporters in Indonesia
GreenTech Malaysia
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GreenTech Malaysia is a not-for-profit organisation under the purview of the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water Malaysia.
Thailand Tech Startup Association
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Represent Thailand Startup on behalf of the community, come up with startup-friendly initiatives and policies by working with Corp & Govt
National Environment Agency
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National Environment Agency is a public organisation.
Malaysian Palm Oil Board
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Malaysian Palm Oil Board is a premier government agency entrusted to serve the countrys oil palm industry.
Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore – (CAAS)
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The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) is a Statutory Board under the Ministry of Transport.
Singapore Space and Technology Association
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Singapore Space and Technology Association is a trade association focused on developing Singapore’s space technology industry.
Singapore International Foundation – SIF
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Singapore International Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that makes friends for a better world.
Singapore Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry Association
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Singapore Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry Association, focuses on the transformative potential of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
Teraju
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Teraju was established as a strategic unit in the Prime Minister’s Department in Malaysia.
Dompet Dhuafa
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Dompet Dhuafa Replubika is an Indonesian non-profit organization.
Cogo
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Cogo is the smart knowledge center for you organization
Saigon Hi-Tech Park
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Saigon Hi-Tech Park (SHTP) has become a trustworthy destination for hi-tech investment in Vietnam.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
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The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore is a statutory board under the Ministry of Transport of the Government of Singapore.
idEA – Indonesian E-commerce Association
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idEA – Indonesian E-commerce Association is a communication network between groups in the e-Commerce industry in Indonesia.
Acra
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ACRA is to provide a responsive and trusted regulatory environment for businesses and public accountants.
International Enterprise Singapore
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International Enterprise (IE) Singapore is the government agency driving Singapore’s external economy.
Full Suite
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Full Suite offers business registration, intellectual property registration, accounting and Human Resource services in the Philippines.
Employees Provident Fund of Malaysia
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Employees’ Provident Fund ommonly known by the acronym EPF is a federal statutory body under the purview of the Ministry of Finance.
*SCAPE
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*SCAPE aims to facilitate youth-oriented programmes and support ef various communities of youth interest.
GandengTangan
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GandengTangan is container social collaboration for business owners who need capital to the public who sincerely want to help.
Crowdvilla
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Crowdvilla is a community-based model for shared-use of real estate in the holiday homes arena.
StartupMamak.com
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StartupMamak is a monthly meet up events held for startups entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and create among themselves.
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation
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Our primary goal is to support sustainable economic growth and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Federation of Malaysian Manufacturers
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Largest manufacturers association in Malaysia
Weddingku
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Weddingku Group is an Indonesia leading wedding media and retail operator with more than 300,000 community members.
The People’s Association
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The People’s Association are Great Home and A Caring Community.
Yangon Bakehouse
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By providing stellar yummy food items to the community and putting all our profit back into the business.
DreamX
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DreamX is a Startup Factory and Incubator based in Indonesia.
Singapore International Chamber of Commerce
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SICC is a wholly independent, non-profit business association and the voice of international business in Singapore.
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
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Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce
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The SGC is the one and only platform, and first to be contacted institution for German – Singaporean business relations.
Singapore Institute of Directors
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SID is the national association of company directors and promotes the professional development of directors and corporate leaders.
Global Science and Technology Forum
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GSTF provides a global intellectual platform for top notch academics and industry professionals.
Intellectual Property Office of Singapore
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The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Law.
Badan Pusat Statistik
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BPS is a non-ministerial government institution.
Action Community for Entrepreneurship
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Action Community for Entrepreneurship build a dynamic and sustainable startup ecosystem in Singapore.
Reblood
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Reblood encourages young people to build a healthy lifestyle by making blood donation a habit.
VC Insider News
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We write about startups, venture capital and anything related to the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Southeast Asia.
SINDA
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SINDA is a self-help group that works to uplift the Singapore-based Indian community.
The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific
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The United Nations ESCAP is the regional development arm of the UN for the Asia-Pacific region.
National Science and Technology Development Agency
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TAMIS is an information system that integrates the use of smart phone with Internet connection, cloud computing and smart card.
Parkway Cancer Centre
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Cancer treatment center specializing in areas of oncology such as medical, surgical, radiation, pediatric, and palliative care.
IT and Business Process Association of the Philippines (IBPAP)
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IBPAP Is the enabling association for the information technology and business process management (IT-BPM) industry in the Philippines.
Wizweb
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Wizweb is a software company that designs and develops web development software solutions for its clients.
The Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology
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The Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology is a government research institute.
Tinh Te
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Tinh Te is an online platform that offers news and information about technology and related trends.
InvestAsian
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Global Investment Strategy for the ASEAN Economic Community. Helping Business and Investors in Asia Grow.
The Malaysian Business Angels Network (MBAN)
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MBAN is the official trade association and governing body for angel investors and angel clubs in Malaysia.
Personal Data Protection Commission
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Personal Data Protection Commission is a Singapore government authority that administers and enforces the Personal Data Protection Act 2012.
Social Enterprise Association – SEA
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Social Enterprise Association is an umbrella organization tasked with the role of promoting social entrepreneurship.
Topica Founder Institute
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Topica Founder Institute is a Startup Accelerator program managed by Topica Edtech Group
American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AMCHAM)
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A private, independent and non-profit association primarily serves the interests of U.S. businesses in the Philippines.
Philippine Institute for Development Studies
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The PIDS does policy research to help the government planners and policy-makers in the executive and legislative branches.
ILGA Asia
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ILGA Asia is the Asian region of the international lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and intersex association.
Banyuhay Outreach
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Banyuhay (Bagong Anyo ng Buhay) is a non profit, non government, and non political organization.
Thai E-Commerce Association
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The Thai E-Commerce Association is a network for electronic commerce companies from Thailand.
SparkLab Innovation
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Sparklab Innovation Center is set to be the first of it’s kind here in the Philippines.
ASEAN Chief Information Officer Association
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The ASEAN Chief Information Officer Association is a non-profit association of Southeast Asian CIOs.
Tapau.TV
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Tapau.TV is an online platform that represents Malaysia’s youth and independent scene.
Cellsafe Biotech Group
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Southeast Asia based biotech group focussing non-controversial stem cell banking and therapeutic
Jakarta Praise Community Church
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Jakarta Praise Community Church offers online worship and other community services.
Genome Institute of Singapore
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Our scientific focus is to investigate questions in the realm of functional genomics and integrative biology.
Philippine Retailers Association
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The first and only national retailers association in the Philippines
Philippine Rice Research Institute
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Philippine Rice Research Institute is a government organization that monitors rice production.
Angels Gate Advisory Pte Ltd
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Angel’s Gate Advisory (“AGA”) is an appointed iJAM.Reload incubator by the Media Development Authority of Singapore.
Community Foundation of Singapore
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Community Foundation of Singapore (CFS) provides a simple, yet powerful approach towards strategic and informed giving.
Social Innovation Park
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Social Innovation Park Ltd (SIP) is an impartial, not-for-profit organisation based in Singapore that incubates social entrepreneurs
Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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Business Chamber for promotion of business with Indian companies
NTU Investment Interactive Club
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NTU Investment Interactive Club is a finance community that assists in developing an investing society as well as raise financial awareness.
Mosque-Madrasah-Wakaf Shared Services
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MMW Shared Services is a committee formed to provide shared services like finance and accounting, HR and payroll, marcomms, and ICT.