MANILA, Philippines — Metro Pacific Tollways Corp. president and CEO and former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) secretary Rogelio Singson was named Management Person of the Year 2024 by the Management Association of the Philippines during the awarding ceremonies last Monday.
Singson was recognized, among others, for implementing a good governance and anti-corruption program in the DPWH, which changed its image from one of the most corrupt agencies to an acknowledged efficient line agency under his stewardship during the presidency of Benigno Aquino III; for his contribution to reshaping national values by being a model of humility, ethical conduct and spiritual uprightness; and for setting an example for Filipino managers through an unblemished track record of integrity, managerial competence and professional leadership in his management career in both private and public sectors, particularly in the areas of public-private partnership, tollways management, water and power utilities privatization, airports, seaports and resorts.
He was also recognized for his active role in the MVP Group’s substantial contribution to national development in terms of job creation and income opportunities for various sectors of the economy.