NEWS & ARTICLES

Mr. ALFREDO “Al” S. PANLILIO, Chair of Maya Bank and Director of PLDT/SMART, assumes the role of leading the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) for 2025 with his election as the 77th MAP President. With PLDT as a long-time supporter of the Philippines’ digital...

For companies seeking individuals to appoint as members of their Board of Directors, a common source is the pool of CEOs approaching retirement. Many professionals, including entrepreneurs, often assume that “there is no life after retirement.” In reality, vast opportunities exist to leverage one’s skills...

(Conclusion) While attending an LNP (Ang Ligaya ng Panginoon) coordinators retreat sometime in May 2010—I clearly remember the first day of our retreat—I got a call from a member of the selection committee of incoming President Benigno Aquino III (P-Noy), asking if I would be...

(First of two parts) I am deeply humbled and greatly honored by this recognition for my work, both in the public and private sectors, by the most prestigious business and management organization in the country. Thank you very much, MAP. Allow me to briefly share...

The Agrarian Reform Law is one of the most controversial and divisive laws ever enacted in the Philippines. It required the martial law powers of President Ferdinand Marcos, Sr. and the popularity of President Corazon Aquino to have it passed and expanded. From the time...

When my father founded Phinma over six decades ago, his vision extended far beyond building a successful enterprise. In the aftermath of war, he saw business as a powerful force for rebuilding our nation. Today, as our country grapples with persistent inequality and poverty, this...

Why do we fuss over board diversity, especially when it comes to women’s representation? Because we believe a diverse board makes for a more profitable company. And what is a company doing business for anyway? Is not profit the first thing on anyone’s agenda at...

The struggles faced by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to bid and participate in government procurement opportunities are quite different from large enterprises, and the struggle is even more apparent for women micro, small and medium enterprises (WMSMEs). Recent studies show the potential of...

With the 2024 US elections concluded and Donald Trump reclaiming the presidency, the outcome serves as a compelling case study in the complex dynamics of trust. Despite a historic campaign led by Vice President Kamala Harris—with countless A-list endorsements, extensive media exposure and relentless grassroots...