Catalyst for growth and progress

Last week, I had the privilege of sitting down with my boss, Manny V. Pangilinan or MVP, for a rare one-on-one interview. It is a moment I am truly grateful for, given his demanding schedule as one of the country’s foremost business leaders. And what struck me most was his perspective on business, leadership, and the evolving role of the private sector in shaping the future of our country. His insights were nothing short of inspiring.

- JOE ZALDARRIAGA

As someone who has worked within the MVP Group for more than a decade, I have come to believe that in a country like ours — where natural challenges such as climate change persist, and corruption repeatedly threatens growth and progress — business is more than just about profits. It must be a force for good and a committed partner in nation-building.

I was reminded again of this truth during my conversation with MVP. “At the end of the day,” he said, “you have to ask yourself, why are you doing all of this in business? It’s to benefit your shareholders, your employees, the communities you serve... and it’s all part of a nation-building process.”

That's not just rhetoric — it’s a mindset constantly in motion across the MVP Group. We are inspired by the man who leads us, someone who doesn’t just speak of purpose and service, but lives it every day. His example challenges us to do the same — to lead with integrity, act with intention, and serve with heart. It’s a standard we strive to meet, because if he can live it, so can we.

While MVP steers clear of the political spotlight, the contributions of the companies he leads has shown how the private sector can be a tool for progress and a vehicle to uplift the lives of Filipinos.