Global Network Ranking 2023
March 28, 2024
We are pleased to report that HLB International, to which we belong, jumped from 10th to 8th place in the Global Network Ranking! 
The global network reported revenue of $5.46 billion in 2023, a growth rate of 23% compared to last year. The number of employees worldwide reached an all-time high.
The following is an excerpt from HLB GLOBAL ANNUAL REVIEW 2023
＜CHAIRMAN MESSAGE＞
Throughout last year, HLB reached all of its targets outlined in our network strategy, “Shaping our Shared Future.” Our mission is to make a positive and sustainable impact on the future of our clients, our people, and our communities because we genuinely care about their well-being and prosperity.
In today’s multifaceted world, organisations grapple with various risks, from economic uncertainties to cybersecurity threats. At HLB, we strive to empower our people to navigate these challenges effectively, both now and in the future. This year, we strengthened our partnership with Diligent, securing network-wide ESG accounting software to enhance our sustainability impact. This move supports our goal of becoming a more sustainable and responsible network and aligns with the growth opportunities in the Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) market.
Putting our people first and fostering inclusive corporate cultures have been focal points at HLB. We lead with a people-first approach, championing diversity in all its dimensions—be it backgrounds, cultures, identities, locations, or services. Our success hinges on our people. By prioritising trust, respect, and our shared values, we’ve cultivated a culture primed for sustainable success. We’re committed to recruiting globally minded professionals and creating an environment where differences are celebrated, and communication is inclusive.
＜CEO MESSAGE＞
HLB stands stronger and more resilient than ever. With steadfast dedication and strategic foresight, we achieved all our strategic objectives, resulting in substantial growth. Our global combined revenue reached an impressive US$5.46 billion, marking a remarkable 23% increase from 2022, and our global ranking advanced from 10th to 8th position. By the end of the year, HLB successfully achieved all the targets outlined in its 2023 network strategy, Shaping our Shared Future. Nurturing our entrepreneurial, innovative spirit, we created a culture of agility to increase growth. Through a strategic emphasis on advisory services, alongside initiatives in technology, talent acquisition, and marketing management, we fortified our resilience against future challenges. We enhanced value for clients, provided learning opportunities for our people, and made positive societal impacts. We achieved our overarching goal to establish an organisation that is future-proof, ensuring that the investments we make today will resonate across generations to come. As we reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2023, it’s evident that our success is directly tied to the exceptional people within our network. Talent attraction and retention remain pivotal in our pursuit of global distinction. Being certified as a Most Loved Workplace® underscores our people-first approach, recognising that our greatest asset is our people.As we move forward into the next phase of HLB, I am confident that we will continue to lead the way forward, paving the path to success.
＜Asia Pacific & Eurasia conference＞
Colleagues from HLB across Asia Pacific (APAC) and Eurasia gathered in Phuket for the first Asia Pacific & Eurasia conference since 2019, marking the first time in which HLB held a conference focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Over three days, delegates heard discussions on culture, values, business opportunities, sector insights, and social awareness.The conference featured insights from various speakers, including real estate influencers highlighting sustainable initiatives in Southeast Asia, business leaders elaborating on the significance of ESG and governance for public listed companies, a local foundation.
The global network reported revenue of $5.46 billion in 2023, a growth rate of 23% compared to last year. The number of employees worldwide reached an all-time high.
The following is an excerpt from HLB GLOBAL ANNUAL REVIEW 2023
＜CHAIRMAN MESSAGE＞
Throughout last year, HLB reached all of its targets outlined in our network strategy, “Shaping our Shared Future.” Our mission is to make a positive and sustainable impact on the future of our clients, our people, and our communities because we genuinely care about their well-being and prosperity.
In today’s multifaceted world, organisations grapple with various risks, from economic uncertainties to cybersecurity threats. At HLB, we strive to empower our people to navigate these challenges effectively, both now and in the future. This year, we strengthened our partnership with Diligent, securing network-wide ESG accounting software to enhance our sustainability impact. This move supports our goal of becoming a more sustainable and responsible network and aligns with the growth opportunities in the Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) market.
Putting our people first and fostering inclusive corporate cultures have been focal points at HLB. We lead with a people-first approach, championing diversity in all its dimensions—be it backgrounds, cultures, identities, locations, or services. Our success hinges on our people. By prioritising trust, respect, and our shared values, we’ve cultivated a culture primed for sustainable success. We’re committed to recruiting globally minded professionals and creating an environment where differences are celebrated, and communication is inclusive.＜CEO MESSAGE＞
HLB stands stronger and more resilient than ever. With steadfast dedication and strategic foresight, we achieved all our strategic objectives, resulting in substantial growth. Our global combined revenue reached an impressive US$5.46 billion, marking a remarkable 23% increase from 2022, and our global ranking advanced from 10th to 8th position. By the end of the year, HLB successfully achieved all the targets outlined in its 2023 network strategy, Shaping our Shared Future. Nurturing our entrepreneurial, innovative spirit, we created a culture of agility to increase growth. Through a strategic emphasis on advisory services, alongside initiatives in technology, talent acquisition, and marketing management, we fortified our resilience against future challenges. We enhanced value for clients, provided learning opportunities for our people, and made positive societal impacts. We achieved our overarching goal to establish an organisation that is future-proof, ensuring that the investments we make today will resonate across generations to come. As we reflect on the achievements and challenges of 2023, it’s evident that our success is directly tied to the exceptional people within our network. Talent attraction and retention remain pivotal in our pursuit of global distinction. Being certified as a Most Loved Workplace® underscores our people-first approach, recognising that our greatest asset is our people.As we move forward into the next phase of HLB, I am confident that we will continue to lead the way forward, paving the path to success.＜Asia Pacific & Eurasia conference＞
Colleagues from HLB across Asia Pacific (APAC) and Eurasia gathered in Phuket for the first Asia Pacific & Eurasia conference since 2019, marking the first time in which HLB held a conference focused on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Over three days, delegates heard discussions on culture, values, business opportunities, sector insights, and social awareness.The conference featured insights from various speakers, including real estate influencers highlighting sustainable initiatives in Southeast Asia, business leaders elaborating on the significance of ESG and governance for public listed companies, a local foundation.