SGV hosted an executive briefing for its Alumni Partners last 25 September. The briefing focused on the challenges that businesses continue to face during the pandemic. Chairman and Country Managing Partner Wilson Tan delivered the opening remarks and emphasized that organizations should reshape their businesses to prepare for a world beyond the pandemic.   Speakers and participants at the Executive Briefing  SGV Strategy and Transactions Consultant Alex Dacanay began the session with an overview of the Philippine economy. He discussed the pandemic’s impact on businesses and consumer spending. He also provided an overview of the government’s programs and issuances aimed at strengthening health services and supporting low-income communities.   SGV Consulting Leader Rossana A. Fajardo (RAF) discussed the pandemic’s future impact across four domains: the global order, societies and economies, firms and markets, and households and individuals. She explained how the pandemic will affect globalization, urban landscapes, talent management, and individual lifestyles. She also emphasized the value of digital transformation to drive innovation and growth within an organization. RAF also presented principles that business leaders can follow to guide their organization through and beyond the pandemic. 

SGV hosted the second Management Services (MS) Alumni Reunion last 26 November 2019 at the Washington SyCip Development Center (WSDC), with over 100 former SGVeans in attendance.  The MS Division, which was formed in 1957, was SGV’s answer to the growing market for management consultancy services. It was the first of its kind in the country, and played a significant role in the growth of the Firm. Over the years, the division helped to optimize the productivity, operations and systems of many companies. It eventually became known locally and internationally as SGV Consulting.   Former Prime Minister Cesar E. A. Virata sharing his experiences at SGV The homecoming started off with quick tours of parts of SGV Building 1, such as the former MS office area at the 6th floor, the executive offices at the 14th floor, and the e-Café area at the 15th floor, formerly called the Pamaypay Room. A thanksgiving mass officially commenced the reunion. SGV Chairman and Managing Partner J. Carlitos G. Cruz (JGC) then welcomed the attendees, sharing with them the Firm’s achievements, legacy and development over the years.    Some of the SGV MS Division alumni present 

GV hosted its annual Alumni Homecoming last 9 September at the Rizal Ballroom of the Makati Shangri-La Hotel. With the message “Wherever your working world takes you, your SGV family is always delighted to take you home,” the Firm welcomed about 1,400 former SGVeans.  Alumni enjoyed game booths like Is your vision 2020?, Reaching the gold standard, Strengthen the foundation, SGV through the years, and SGVeans, game ka na ba? The event also featured a 360-degree photo booth, allowing guests to enjoy a unique video souvenir. A pop-up store offered SGV merchandise, with proceeds donated to the SGV Foundation.

SGV Technology Consulting professionals continue to strengthen their cybersecurity expertise through globally recognized certifications and industry credentials.  Technology Consulting Senior Associate Levi Centennial IV M. Grajo earned the SWIFT Customer Security Programme (CSP) Assessor certification in May 2026, recognizing his expertise in conducting cybersecurity assessments for financial institutions using the SWIFT network. Further showcasing SGV’s commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence, Technology Consulting Senior Associate Alvin Lim passed the ISO 27001 Lead Auditor examination, validating his capability to assess and improve Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) against internationally recognized standards.Meanwhile, Technology Consulting Associate Paolo Miguel F. Villacorta passed the CompTIA Security+ examination in March 2026, strengthening his foundational and practical cybersecurity skills in securing networks, applications, and devices against evolving threats.Adding to these accomplishments, Technology Consulting Manager Ronnie Victor Cabaltera and Technology Consulting Senior Associates Stephen Samuel Arevalo, Joseph Gonzales, and Alvin Lim successfully earned the Zscaler Digital Transformation Administrator (ZDTA) certification, demonstrating their capability in implementing and managing Zero Trust architectures and the Zscaler Zero Trust platform.Congratulations to our SGV Cyber Team on achieving these new certifications and advancing their cybersecurity expertise. Your dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence enhances SGV’s capabilities and reinforces our commitment to helping clients navigate today’s increasingly complex digital landscape. We are proud to celebrate these milestones with you!

On 23 June 2026, SGV Tax Partner Aaron C. Escartin led the face-to-face seminar, “Exploring the Gaps Between Tax and Financial Reporting: PFRS 18 – Presentation and Disclosure in Financial Statements,” at the SGV Development Center in Makati City.  Aaron discusses PFRS 18 at the seminarThe seminar provided participants with practical insights into the financial reporting and tax implications of Philippine Financial Reporting Standard (PFRS) 18, the new standard that will replace Philippine Accounting Standard (PAS) 1 beginning 1 January 2027.  Participants during the seminar

SGV hosted a FinTech Alliance Philippines ASEAN Ambassadors’ luncheon meeting in support of the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila 2026. Held on 17 June 2026, the event brought together industry leaders and government officials to strengthen regional collaboration and discuss opportunities to advance ASEAN’s digital economy.  FinTech Alliance PH Founding Chairman Lito Villanueva and DICT Secretary Hon. Henry Aguda speak at the luncheon meetingThe program featured welcome remarks from FinTech Alliance Philippines Founding Chairman Lito Villanueva and a message of support from Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Hon. Henry Aguda. ASEAN-Business Advisory Council (BAC) Philippines Senior Advisor Josephine Romero delivered a presentation on the ASEAN-BAC x FinTech Alliance Philippines partnership while FinTech Alliance Trustee and Events Committee Chair Martha Borja presented on the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila 2026.  ASEAN-BAC PH Senior Advisor Josephine Romero presents on the ASEAN-BAC x FinTech Alliance Philippines partnershipThe luncheon concluded with a roundtable discussion on advancing ASEAN’s digital economy through innovation, fintech, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital assets, and cross-border collaboration. The event also explored opportunities to strengthen strategic partnerships, promote investment, mobilize technology companies and fintech innovators, and support financial inclusion in the lead-up to the ASEAN Tech Summit Manila 2026. Christian delivers closing remarksFollowing the roundtable, SGV Financial Services Leader, Ecosystems and Knowledge Head and FinTech Alliance Philippines Board of Trustees member Christian G. Lauron delivered the closing remarks.Also present at the luncheon were SGV Chairman and Country Managing Partner Rossana A. Fajardo and Vice Chairman, Deputy Managing Partner and Strategy and Transactions Leader Noel P. Rabaja. Luncheon Meeting attendees