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Three decades—that’s how long it has taken me to build AHEAD Education Group into the most awarded supplementary education organization in the Philippines.   But it’s time to close that chapter. The fast-paced world where technology constantly evolves has shown me a truth that I’ve...

(Speech of the author at the AFP 90th Founding Anniversary on November 24, 2025.)   It is an honor to stand here today, celebrating nine decades of courage, service, and sacrifice. But it is also a moment to confront a reality: that the battlefield has...

As someone who has worn the uniform of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) for decades, I have come to understand that loyalty is not just a word we recite in our oaths — it is a discipline, a way of life, and the...

Women entrepreneurs have been flourishing in the Philippines. They continue to be innovative, resourceful, and able to break barriers. However, numerous challenges still stand in the way: digitalization, access to funds and markets, and multiple other hindrances. Data from the Philippine Commision on Women (PCW)...

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) actively supports technology, promotes digital transformation and views technology as a critical driver of economic growth and national competitiveness, as evident in its programs and themes.   So it was not surprising that a new technology, like video...

(Acceptance Speech of the author as the “MAP Management Person of the Year 2025” Awardee on November 24, 2025.)   SM was once condemned for cutting down trees in Baguio City. Today, I want to tell you why that was the right decision, and what...

In today’s Knowledge Age, Human Capital, of which knowledge is the major component, has become the most important economic resource, supplanting the traditional factors of production land, labor and (physical) capital.   Knowledge has certain unique properties that distinguish it from physical and financial resources,...

Rebuilding from the Roots   This advocacy is to implant the culture of honesty and integrity in the hearts and minds of the populace to eradicate the embedded culture of corruption in our beloved country.   Our beloved country is facing one of the most...

In 2024, the ASEAN Secretariat estimated the population of 10 ASEAN member-states at 676.6 million. ASEAN is the third most populous region in the world, after China and India. With this large population, ASEAN has made their well-being a priority, echoed in the ASEAN Community...