2022 ACGS Golden Arrow Awards Night

The 2022 ACGS Golden Arrow Awards ceremony for the Institute of Corporate Directors took place on January 20, 2023, at the Sheraton Manila Hotel to recognize the top-performing PLCs in the Philippines. This event was attended by representatives from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and Philippine Stock Exchange (PSE), who congratulated the 85 awardees and also recognized the Most-Improved Company.

Dr. Carlos Jose Gatmaitan, FICD, CEO of the Institute of Corporate Directors, who is in attendance at the event, gave opening remarks and encouraged everyone to instil good corporate governance in our DNA. During the opening remarks, ICD Chairman Atty. Cesar L. Villanueva, FICD congratulated each of the 85 prize recipients. As the SEC's representative, Chairman Atty. Emilio B. Aquino expressed his happiness at the remarkable rise in award winners. PSE President and CEO Mr. Ramon S. Monzon is additionally present at the occasion to offer his congratulations. The awards were presented to the 85 honorees by SEC Chairman Atty. Emilio B. Aquino, ICD Chairman Atty. Cesar L. Villanueva,FICD, ICD President Ms. Ma. Aurora D. Geotina-Garcia,FICD, and PSE President and CEO Mr. Ramon S. Monzon.

Thusly, Dr. Jesus P. Estansilao, FICD, ICD Chairman Emeritus, closed the event with three takeaways: that we have come a long way over many years; to always remember that corporate governance is more than just compliance; and to remember that corporate governance is a long journey. It focuses on how Philippine corporations and institutions would further perform as the ultimate development agents of the country. Despite what might be, the results that we deliver are not only for our shareholders or stakeholders but also for the country.

Once more, Congratulations on your victory! We are grateful for your inspiration and contribution to the Philippine industry. We look forward to seeing you again at our future events!

Hence, here are some images from ACGS 2022 Golden Arrow Awards last 20 January 2023 and the link for the photos: https://www.facebook.com/100064068154399/posts/pfbid03KrmMKAUoPUXBR671qX1yKxZC84rGU2xuhnEAav1PK65tJC4vmUmegoXP6mm8GrHl/?mibextid=cr9u03