By: Aubrey Camille J. Perez
Research and Content Coordinator
Institute of Corporate Directors
We are delighted to recognize the recent appointments of our ICD members to key directorships in various organizations from December 2024 to January 2025.
Mr. Roberto T. Bascon, AICD
Appointed as an Independent Director at Tonik Digital Bank
Mr. Roberto T. Bascon Jr. is a prominent figure in corporate governance and sustainability, with more than a decade of experience driving improved governance standards and organizational change in ASEAN. As head of Sustainability and Governance Services of Reyes Tacandong & Co., he works with organizations to design strategies aligning governance frameworks and sustainability initiatives with long-term goals. He is also a Certified Trainer of Global Reporting Initiative and a member of the Good Governance Advocates & Practitioners of the Philippines.
Mr. Frank D. Numann, FICD
Appointed as Client Director for Prime Energy at Pecten
Mr. Frank D. Numann is a skilled expert in finance, internal audit, ethics, and compliance. He has a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the Nijenrode Institute for Management and a Master of Business Administration degree from Delft University, both learning institutes are in the Netherlands. During his over 30 years of service, Mr. Numann has held a senior leadership position in various global companies, such as Chief Financial Officer for Shell Philippines, Chief Internal Audit Executive for Sakhalin Energy Inc. in Russia, and Vice President of Ethics and Compliance for Shell International.
Ms. Maria Victoria C. Españo, FICD
Appointed as Independent Director at Maybank Philippines, Inc.
Former Punongbayan & Araullo Chairperson and CEO, Ms. Maria Victoria C. Españo, has a strong background in corporate governance and accounting. Passionate about advancing gender equality in business, she has earned numerous awards throughout her career, including the Accountancy Centenary Award of Excellence from the Philippine Professional Regulation Commission. Ms. Españo has also further honed her leadership skills through training at both the University of Oxford and Harvard University,
Mr. Jose Ramon V. Villatuya, FICD
Appointed as Independent Director at 3H Sto. Domingo Waterworks, Inc.
The Managing Director and President of Rural Bank of Luisiana Inc., Mr. Jose Ramon V. Villatuya, offers more than 20 years of experience in strategic finance, audit, and risk management. Aside from this, he is currently serving as an Independent Director for Perla Insurance. With a solid background in business analytics and compliance, Mr. Villatuya has been instrumental in formulating financial models, risk assessments, and governance policy formation in different organizations. He is also a Certified Financial Risk Manager and a member of the Management Association of the Philippines.
Mr. Domingo C. Go, FICD
Appointed as Independent Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee of Mitsubishi Motors Finance Philippines, Inc.
Mr. Domingo C. Go is presently the Lead Independent Director of Alliance Select Foods International, Inc. He has been instrumental in negotiating and overseeing joint ventures and equity investments due to his substantial experience in direct investments, project management, and investment banking. Mr. Go is also a member of various associations, including the Philippine Federation of Japan Alumni and FINEX. He has held various management roles, such as Chair of the Audit Committee of Toyota Manila Bay Corporation and Executive Committee of Northpine Land, Inc.
Mr. Dominador T. Gregorio III, GICD
Appointed as Independent Director of Cebuana Lhuillier Rural Bank
Mr. Dominador T. Gregorio III, the Senior Managing Director at FTI Consulting Philippines Inc., has proven expertise in being a corporate finance advisor. Having a solid background in banking and financial advisory services, he specializes in M&A, transaction advisory, restructuring, and project finance. His expertise spans a variety of industries, including financial services, real estate, manufacturing, infrastructure, and renewable energy. Over the years, Mr. Gregorio has held key senior roles at distinguished companies such as Deloitte, Ernst & Young, SGV & Co., and Citicorp Real Estate Inc.
We congratulate each of them on this significant achievement and wish them continued success in their new roles. Their dedication to upholding ICD's advocacy of good corporate governance will certainly result in a positive impact to both their organizations and the society.
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