In just under two years at the helm of the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), Chairman and CEO Alejandro H. Tengco has been recognized as a game changer and chosen as one of this year’s “Men Who Matter” awardees.
The annual awards ceremony, organized by PeopleAsia Magazine, honors outstanding individuals who have made a significant impact in their fields while contributing to society.
Mr. Tengco’s leadership in transforming PAGCOR into a more effective and responsive government organization was commended by the award-giving body, which highlighted his success in increasing the agency’s “net income by 53 percent, its revenues by 34.6 percent, and its contribution to nation-building by 43 percent” in the first half of the year.
In his acceptance speech, Chairman Tengco noted that he now faces an even greater challenge after being directed by the President to wind down the operations of all Philippine offshore gaming operators (POGOs) by the end of the year.
He expressed gratitude to all PAGCOR employees who support his vision and policy reforms for the organization.
“Being the chief executive of PAGCOR is a very challenging job. But I’d like to thank my fellow PAGCORians because if not for their help, I might not be here tonight,” he said.
“My success is due to all the PAGCORians who believe in me and are helping transform PAGCOR into a respected government institution once again.”
The PAGCOR chief also pledged support to the PhilStar Media Group’s Damayan Foundation, which has been raising funds for families affected by Typhoon Carina. He mentioned that PAGCOR has initiated its own relief operations for disaster-hit communities in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.
In addition to Mr. Tengco, other “Men Who Matter” awardees this year included actor Dingdong Dantes, fashion designer Paul Cabral, Potato Corner COO Joey Alvero, Conrad Manila’s Fabio Berto, world-renowned sculptor Michael Cacnio, Bellevue Resorts Managing Director Patrick Chan, Chef Sau del Rosario, Pangasinan 4th District Rep. Christopher de Venecia, A-list talent manager Jojie Dingcong, Citi CEO Paul Favila, Special Assistant to the President for Investment and Economic Affairs Frederick Go, Opulence Design Concept owner Gerry Sy, and Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano.
