Events Calendar

Shaping Communities that Grow Together

From panel discussions by industry experts to networking events featuring some of Malaysia’s noteworthy corporate figures, SOBA organises multiple events every year to encourage and inspire local businesses to reach greater heights.

SOBA Events

Jan 16

SOBA Connect

16 Jan 2025
Menara Star
All day

This event is exclusive to SOBA Alumni. At SOBA Connect, attendees will have the opportunity to receive valuable insights from sponsors and strategic partners, along with on-ground networking opportunities with […]

Jun 05

Open for SOBA Alumni

12:00 am

SOBA Biz Club is a business group exclusively for Star Outstanding Business Awards (SOBA) current partners, past participants and winners from 2010 - 2024. Beyond being an awards programme, Star […]

Jun 05

Submission

5 June - 10 Nov 2025
12:00 am

Submission is open from 5 June - 10 November 2025. Download the submission kit for eligibility requirements and guidelines.

Jun 19

SOBA Council Roundtable

19 June 2025
Menara Star
1:30 pm
Jul 16

SOBA Submission Clinics

16 July, 20 Aug, 10 Sept, 15 Oct 2025
3:00 pm

Submitting your company for SOBA 2025? Join our SOBA 2025 Submission Clinics and get step-by-step guidance on the entire submission process to ensure a smooth, hassle-free experience. Through these virtual […]

Jul 17

SOBA LAB PJ

17 July 2025
Menara Star
All day

SOBA LABs (Learn. Aspire. Build.) are a series of educational seminars that provide valuable business insights to participants. Attendees have the opportunity to build their skills and knowledge to grow […]

Aug

Eligibility Check

Aug - Nov 2025
12:00 am
Aug 14

SOBA LAB Penang

14 August 2025
All day

SOBA LABs (Learn. Aspire. Build.) are a series of educational seminars that provide valuable business insights to participants. Attendees have the opportunity to build their skills and knowledge to grow […]

Nov 03

SOBA Elevate

3 Nov 2025
All day

SOBA Elevate is an exclusive forum for Malaysian business leaders to elevate their companies beyond current limits — optimising operations, overcoming challenges, and scaling regionally and globally. Through insights from […]

Nov

Judging Round 1 (Virtual)

25 - 27 Nov 2025
12:00 am

First round of judging will be from 26 - 28 November. The Top of the Class Awards (“TOTC”) and Outstanding Achievement Awards (except the SOBA Mikro Recognition Award) for each […]

Dec

Best in Customer Service Public Voting

11 - 24 Dec 2025
12:00 am

For the “Best in Customer Service” awards, the panel of judges will shortlist the top 5 companies for public voting purposes. The public can vote for their preferred customer services […]

Dec

Judging Round 2 (Virtual)

9-10 Dec 2025
8:00 am

Shortlisted finalists will be invited to present virtually before the panel of judges in English / BM Language.

Jan 12

Judging Round 3 (Physical)

12 Jan 2026
8:00 am

            Shortlisted participants will be invited to Menara Star to present physically before the panel of judges in English / BM Language. Shortlisted participants will […]

Jan 16

SOBA Prestige

16 Jan 2026
All day

Attendees can expect an insightful fireside chat delving into critical topics focusing on ensuring business continuity and effective scaling. Esteemed industry leaders and experts will convene to share insights, strategies, […]

Apr 08

Gala Night

8 Apr 2026
All day
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