The GESG formula: two decades of building leaders and earning trust

Marking its 20th year, GESG highlights the framework and philosophy that have guided its impact on industries and leaders alike

Behind many of the most influential corporate leaders in the Philippines and even beyond, such as Ann Margaret Santiago, People Vice President at Coca-Cola Europacific Aboitiz Philippines, Inc.; Carla “Charee” Lanza, Chief People Officer at Maya Philippines, Inc.; Joy Pinaroc, Regional Chief Financial Officer of Asia Pacific at Mars Veterinary Health, Rapid Growth Markets; and Atty. J.V. Emmanuel “Jocot” de Dios, President and CEO at Manila Water Company, Inc., stands a trusted partner quietly shaping the nation’s leadership landscape. As Global Executive Solutions Group (GESG) marks its 20th anniversary this year under the theme “Two Decades of Leadership, Trust, and Executive Excellence”, the firm’s President and CEO, Ray Canilao, reflects on the method that has guided its success: a five-point framework that has helped place visionary leaders in roles that have transformed organizations, industries, and communities.

Canon Launched EOS R6 Mark III And Announces More Exciting News

Canon Marketing Philippines, Inc. gathered media professionals and creators for “Uncompromised Storytelling in Every Frame”, the launch of the Canon EOS R6 Mark III held on November 21, 2025, at Gallio, Aseana City. The event underscored Canon’s commitment to supporting the Philippines’ expanding creator community.

The EOS R6 Mark III delivers three key features for modern creators. The 7K 60p RAW video recording and EOS R series-first 3:2 Open Gate mode make it easy to capture content that works seamlessly across different formats and platforms. The camera also pairs a sharp 32.5-megapixel sensor with 40 fps shooting, grabbing up to 150 shots in rapid succession. Lastly, the pre-continuous shooting feature grabs up to 20 frames before pressing the shutter, helping creators capture moments proactively.

Thrillifying! “Wicked: For Good” bags biggest opening weekend for a staged musical adaptation at ₱163.5M

Breaks record for highest advance ticket sales in PH

A congratulotions is in order as Wicked: For Good earns ₱163.5 million in the 5-day opening weekend box office. That’s a 54% jump from the opening weekend of the first Wicked film. The Philippines charted high international sales, ranking sixth worldwide outside of the United States. Wicked: For Good also holds the achievement for having the biggest opening weekend for Universal in 2025, and since 2018.

Universal Pictures Philippines also released the music video featuring the talented winners of the Awiting Wicked: For Good competition with their own version of the iconic For Good duet. The chosen singers, duos Fatima Soria and Pia Casing, Jezza Quiogue and Nowi Alpuerto, and Kyle Quinco and Tiffany Vistal, had a chance to meet Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, who play Elphaba and Glinda, at the Wicked: For Good premiere in Singapore.

Race against time: YGC, community partners join relief efforts to restore Cebu and Bacolod

With Cebu and Negros Occidental under state of calamity weeks after consecutive natural calamities, help continues to pour in from public and private sectors. The Yuchengco Group of Companies (YGC), through its CSR arm AY Foundation, has mobilized teams and joined local organizations to help communities in these provinces hardest hit by typhoons Tino and Uwan. 

As YGC teams continue to coordinate with local groups, updates from the RCBC Cebu team indicate that power restoration has almost been completed in Metro Cebu while damage to water infrastructure is being repaired. There are families who have yet to return to their damaged homes, while many have been displaced from their jobs due to damage in workplace buildings.

Palawan Group of Companies Bags Silver and Bronze at Marketing Technologies – Asia Awards 2025, Marking Its First Tech Triumph

The Palawan Group shines at the MarkeTech Asia Awards 2025 with two major distinctions.

The Palawan Group of Companies proudly celebrates its first-ever technology win after being recognized at the Marketing Technologies (MarkeTech) Asia Awards 2025. Held at the Mandarin Oriental in Singapore, the event saw representatives of the Palawan Group accept two significant distinctions: Silver for Best Use of Marketing Automation Platform and Bronze for Best Use of Omni-Channel Marketing Platform.

Jollibee Group Honored at Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards

Excellence in Sustainability Reporting. The Jollibee Group received the Bronze award in the Community Impact Reporting category of the 11th Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards held at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Singapore on October 24, 2025. Jollibee Group Global Chief Sustainability Officer Pepot Miñana (second from right) received the award on behalf of the Jollibee Group. He was joined by Jollibee Group Global Sustainability Assistant Vice President Elise Veloso (far left) and Jollibee Group Global Sustainability Senior Manager Josh Baquiran (far right).

The Jollibee Group has been recognized with a Bronze award in the Community Impact Reporting category at the 11th Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards (ASRA) — the region’s most prestigious recognition for excellence in sustainability reporting. 

Onward, Upward, Together: Fostering Business Growth by Elevating Customer Experience

Managers from across the Palawan Group of Companies gathered at the Leadership Conference to reflect, learn, and strengthen their commitment to serving millions of “Sukis” nationwide.

At the Palawan Group of Companies, leadership is more than a corporate title — it is a responsibility that directly shapes the experience of millions of “Sukis” who rely on the brand’s services daily, from the busiest city centers to the most remote barrios.

This belief took center stage at the Palawan Group of Companies’ Leadership Conference held last September 26 at The Blue Leaf Cosmopolitan. The gathering brought together over 200 executives from across the country, including area managers and corporate office leaders for a day of reflection, learning, and renewed commitment to service.