Ian Pelayo Named Finalist in 2025 Governance Top 100 Awards

Ian Pelayo, Director of Corporate Secretarial at ABN Australia, has been named a finalist in the 2025 Governance Top 100 Awards, marking his second consecutive year of recognition.

By Ro Elvinia

The annual awards, presented by 3YS Owls in partnership with Computershare, CTS, McCullough Robertson, and Nasdaq, celebrate professionals who uphold and advance governance excellence across industries. Winners will be announced on Friday, 24 October 2025, via a national webinar.

Ian feels honoured to be named a finalist for the 2025 Top 100 Governance Professionals in Australia. He said, “It is a privilege to be recognised for the second year in a row, and it reinforces my commitment to promoting high standards of governance and compliance in our industry, especially in today’s world where Artificial Intelligence is rapidly shaping how we work and make decisions. Now more than ever, governance professionals play a vital role in ensuring innovation and integrity remain in balance.”

His continued recognition underscores his significant contribution to governance practice and leadership within both ABN Australia and the wider corporate community.

Warm congratulations to Ian on this remarkable achievement and continued recognition for his leadership in strengthening governance standards across Australia.

Published: 17th Oct  2025 | Last updated: 17th Oct 2025

About the Author

Ro Elvinia is ABN Australia's Customer Success and Marketing Manager. She holds a bachelor’s degree in mass communication, majoring in journalism, and also has an academic background in civil engineering. With over a decade of experience in professional writing and a background spanning journalism, Australian immigration, and business services, Ro brings a unique mix of communication and analytical expertise. She works closely with international clients and contributes to ABN Australia's content strategy, helping global businesses stay informed and confident as they navigate the Australian market.