ANNOUNCEMENT: The Institute of Corporate Directors' New Executive Director

01 April 2026

Dear ICD Members,

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Maria Remedios “Mardi” Mapa-Suplido as the new Executive Director of the Institute of Corporate Directors, effective 01 April 2026.

Mardi brings over 35 years of leadership experience in the development sector, with extensive experience in leading development programs and initiatives. She most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of Aboitiz Foundation and previously led Habitat for Humanity Philippines as CEO. Her career also includes key leadership roles with Build Change and The Fred Hollows Foundation.

A committed advocate of good governance, Mardi has served in both national and local government, including as Chairperson of the National Youth Commission, Provincial Board Member of Negros Occidental, and Director at the Office of the Presidential Adviser for the Peace Process. She has likewise contributed to various governance and development organizations as a board leader and trustee.

With Mardi’s depth of experience in leadership, governance, and development, we are confident she will lead ICD in further advancing corporate governance in the Philippines and strengthening the ICD community.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Ms. Catherine Denise “Catz” S. Jalandoni for her leadership and contributions to ICD. Her efforts have helped strengthen the Institute’s programs and engagement with members and partners.

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Maria Remedios “Mardi” Mapa-Suplido to the ICD team. We look forward to her leadership in further advancing ICD’s mission.

Sincerely, 

Atty. Benedicta Du-Baladad, FICD

Chairman of the Board

You may reach out to Ms. Mardi Mapa-Suplido through her email address at mmapa-suplido@icd.ph.