With her being no less than a two-time Stevie winner herself.
On April 17, 2026, the 13th Annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards will take place at The Venetian Hotel in Macau, China.
According to its website, the award can be bestowed to all organizations in the 29 markets of the Asia-Pacific region, with the focus of this international awards competition being on “recognizing innovation in all its forms.”
Joining the panel to evaluate these entries is NYMA Founder and COO Kat Bautista, who has been appointed a judge for the the said edition of the Asia‑Pacific Stevie Awards.
Bautista will join a panel that will screen entries from marketing, communications, innovation, and leadership categories for the region’s premier business awards.
Her selection is also a reflection of her track record in brand transformation and measurable campaign results across markets in the region.
She is also a two‑time Stevie winner, as she was honored in 2025 as Best Female Entrepreneur at the International Business Awards (IBA) in Lisbon, Portugal, and was named a Bronze Stevie® Winner for Most Innovative Leader of the Year at the 2024 Asia‑Pacific Stevie® Awards.
“I’m honored to join the Asia‑Pacific Stevie Awards jury,” said Bautista in a statement coursed through her agency. “Judging is a responsibility I take seriously — it’s about recognizing craft and strategy that move industries, uplift communities, and deliver measurable results. I look forward to celebrating work that pairs creative ambition with clear business impact.”
Prior to this, Bautista also had an experience as a judge for the 2026 Webby Awards, which is widely regarded as the leading international honors for excellence on the internet.