Sun Life Philippines wins two Silvers, two Golds in Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards for innovation and impact

Gerber Garcia, Service Improvement Manager, Sun Life Philippines; Kristine Millete, Executive Director, Sun Life Foundation; Maika Garcia, Talent Development Manager, Sun Life Philippines; and Melissa Borbon, Brand Activation and Partnerships Manager, Sun Life Philippines.

Sun Life Philippines has earned international recognition for its continued commitment to innovation, people, and purpose, winning four Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards, including two Gold Stevies and two Silver Stevies, for initiatives spanning corporate social responsibility, hybrid work, talent development, and financial literacy.

The Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards honor outstanding achievements in innovation across business practices, programs, and initiatives in the region, recognizing organizations that demonstrate excellence and impact across Asia-Pacific markets.

Sun Life earned a Gold Stevie Award for “Sparking Connection and Thriving Together in Hybrid Work,” recognized under Innovation in Remote or Hybrid Work Practices. The award highlights Sun Life’s people‑first approach to reimagining collaboration, connection, and culture in a hybrid work environment. The company also received a Gold Stevie Award for “Sun Pera‑Aralan: Greater Financial Health for Filipino Public School Teachers,” led by Sun Life Foundation and recognized under Innovative Achievement in Corporate Social Responsibility. The program was designed to help public school teachers build healthier money habits and strengthen their long‑term financial well‑being through practical, behavior‑based financial education.

In addition, Sun Life received two Silver Stevie Awards. The first was awarded to “Future-Proofing Operations through Capability Development,” recognized under Innovation in Talent Development & Upskilling, highlighting the company’s focus on strengthening capabilities and equipping its workforce with future-ready skills. The second Silver Stevie was awarded to “Play for Life: Gamifying Financial Literacy to Help Filipinos Make Brighter Choices,” which was recognized for Innovation in Cross-Media Marketing. The initiative uses gamification and multiple platforms to make financial concepts more accessible, engaging, and relatable for Filipinos.

“These recognitions reinforce why we do what we do,” said JJ Moreno, Country Head and CEO of Sun Life Philippines. “At Sun Life, innovation is never just about new ideas or programs; it’s about the impact those ideas create. We remain deeply committed to empowering our Clients and the communities we serve, by building solutions that are relevant, inclusive, and grounded in real Filipino needs.”

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Security Bank, SBM Leasing, and NMADI expand access to Isuzu vehicles in Mindanao

Security Bank, SBM Leasing Inc., and NMADI executives during the signing ceremony (L-R): Jaja Acosta, Focus Segments Lead; Joey Sison, Asset Business Sales Head; Martin Ledesma, President and CEO, SBM Leasing, Inc.; Nyle Balasbas, General Manager, NMADI; Neil Capisen, Business Development and Marketing Manager, NMADI; Chersam Val Tan, Sales Manager, NMADI

Security Bank, SBM Leasing Inc., and North-Min Auto Dealership, Inc. (NMADI) have formed a strategic partnership to expand access to Isuzu commercial vehicles for businesses in Mindanao, supported by flexible and competitive financing solutions.

From Vision to Reality: Alsons Dev Completes First Turnovers at Narra Park Residences Avia

Homeowners receive the keys to their units as Narra Park Residences Avia transitions into an emerging residential address.

Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) has completed the turnover of its first batch of residential units at Narra Park Residences Avia, the first residential development within Avia Estate in Alabel, Sarangani.

The milestone marks the transition of early homebuyers into homeowners and reflects the steady progress of Narra Park Residences Avia as part of the broader development of Avia Estate, Alsons Dev’s 121-hectare township in Sarangani.

On structure, stability, and the spaces that last

Before scale, there was structure.

Long before PNB Holdings Corporation (PHC) became associated with scale, its foundations were shaped by discipline. The company draws from a business tradition established by Dr. Lucio C. Tan, one that valued restraint, steady decision-making, and clarity of purpose over rapid expansion. It was a way of building that favored structure first, allowing growth to follow in its own time.

It is within this environment that PHC took shape, assuming responsibility for key real estate assets in Metro Manila. Guided by the strength and stability of the business ecosystem it is part of, the company has focused on managing its properties with care, seeing them not simply as assets to be held, but as spaces with a role to play over time.

Security Bank leads PHP2.7B green financing for 80.6MW solar project, deepening role in energy transition

Security Bank led a PHP2.7-billion, 15-year project finance loan for Astra Solar Energy Corp.’s 80.6MW solar plant in Currimao, Illocos Norte

Security Bank Corporation has closed a PHP2.7-billion 15-year green project finance facility for Astra Solar Energy Corp., supporting an 80.6MW solar plant in Currimao, Ilocos Norte and strengthening its role in financing large-scale renewable infrastructure in the Philippines.

The Bank acted as Sole Lender, Green Loan Coordinator, and Hedging Bank for the transaction, while Security Bank Capital Investment Corporation served as Mandated Lead Arranger and Bookrunner. 

Billease Secures Top Spot as the Philippines’ Leading BNPL Platform Amid Fintech Boom

Company targets 50% loan growth in 2026 as digital finance adoption accelerates nationwide

Billease has officially cemented its position as the country’s premier Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) provider, riding the wave of surging consumer demand for flexible payment solutions and the rapid expansion of the Philippine fintech ecosystem.

Billease: Driving BNPL Growth

Billease has established itself as the leading Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platform in the Philippines, driven by strong consumer adoption and strategic expansion. The company’s recent acquisition of a rural bank has strengthened its lending capacity, allowing it to reach more communities and extend financial access to underserved markets.

“Our mission is to democratize access to credit,” said Georg Steiger, CEO and Co-founder of Billease. “We’re committed to empowering Filipinos with smarter, more flexible ways to manage their finances.”

Sun Life Study Reveals the Hidden Cost of Caregiving for Filipinas

A comprehensive new study from Sun Life reveals that Filipina women are the financial backbone of their families, yet they face significant barriers to building their own long-term financial security.

Entitled “Women’s Wealth in Focus,” the research shows that 51% of Filipinas bear the sole responsibility of managing their household’s daily finances, while 85% expect to financially support their parents’ current or future elderly care. Yet, despite these heavy responsibilities, only 20% are setting aside 10% or more of their income for parental care.