Village Connect
As the year draws to a close, Sun Life Philippines and its executives bask in the glow of success, garnering accolades from esteemed award-giving bodies on both local and regional fronts.
In a noteworthy achievement at the Asia Corporate Excellence and Sustainability (ACES) Awards in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Sun Life clinched the title of Industry Champions of The Year. This dual win underscores the company’s adeptness in adapting its business focus to dynamic industry changes, securing its position as a market leader.
Adding to the triumph, Sun Life CEO and Country Head, Benedict Sison, emerged as one of Asia’s Most Inspiring Executives, a testament to his leadership acumen that propels the company to unparalleled business productivity and organizational efficiency. The accolades continued at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA), where Sun Life was honored with the Corporate Excellence Award. This recognition highlights the company’s prowess in talent mobilization and organizational capability, ensuring consistent business results while staying true to its overarching purpose. The award was personally received by Sun Life’s Chief HR Officer, Michelle Cordero-Garcia, at a ceremony in Singapore.
On the local front, Garcia was not only the bearer of good news but a recipient as well, securing the Platinum HR Leader of the Year Award at the Philippine HR Awards. This prestigious accolade acknowledges her innovative contributions to workforce initiatives, coupled with excellence in various aspects of human resources.
Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Sison remarked, “It is truly a great honor to receive these awards for our efforts to be the number one in the hearts of our clients, advisors, and employees. We are determined to uphold the essence of these recognitions as we strive to make life brighter for all of our stakeholders.”
Sun Life’s triumphant close to the year not only reaffirms its commitment to excellence but also sets the stage for continued success in making a positive impact on the lives of its clients and the communities it serves.
