It is no secret that behind every company’s success is a group of dedicated people who share the same passion and goals.
Spanning 71 colorful years in the broadcast industry, GMA Network is well aware of this fact. Its record of providing topnotch news and entertainment to Filipinos here and abroad speaks volumes about its stability as a company. In turn, the country’s leading broadcast company celebrates the loyalty of its employees via the “GMA Network Service Awards.”
During its General Assembly held virtually last June, over 400 employees were named Service Awardees for their tenure, dedication and hard work, and were awarded certificates of recognition and cash tokens.
For many employees, having the chance to be part of GMA is not just a dream come true but also a great opportunity that enables them to touch other people’s lives and make a difference.
“I will always be grateful to GMA when it took a gamble on a fresh graduate like me more than a decade ago. I have immensely grown as a person, and I look forward to more adventures and learnings as I continue living this dream,” shared 10-year service awardee Victoria Camille Tulad-Rosales, senior news correspondent from GMA News and Public Affairs.
Being part of GMA Regional TV has also allowed five-year service awardee Justine Jomento to discover her potential. “I’m grateful for the opportunity that GMA Regional TV has given me for the past five years to work with the best team. I appreciate the trust and guidance of my bosses. They brought a huge impact to my professional growth which motivates me to work better,” said the Events and Promo Specialist from GMA Regional TV Iloilo. “I am forever grateful for the endless opportunities to learn through my job.”
Victoria’s and Justine’s are just two of the many Kapuso stories of individuals who have evolved into career professionals.
In the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, GMA made sure to protect its workforce. At the height of the Enhanced Community Quarantine, the network provided PPEs, meals, transportation assistance and COVID-19 tests when needed. GMA also implemented flexible work arrangements, hazard pays and cash advances, as well as continued comprehensive health coverage, which extends to medicine allowances (including vitamins during this pandemic) for employees and their respective families.
GMA also provided employees free Moderna vaccines to its workforce. This voluntary offering enables them to continue providing “Serbisyong Totoo” while being protected against COVID-19.
Last but definitely not the least, proudly wearing the Kapuso badge is Atty. Felipe L. Gozon who has been the company’s chair and CEO for 20 years now.
“GMA was blessed by the Lord because not only did we remain standing, but we remained strong and thriving. I personally witnessed the triumphant story of GMA as it became number one in all indicators — ratings, revenues, and reach. This was, of course, made possible through the joint efforts of every Kapuso for their dedication and hard work. I thank and congratulate the service awardees from five years to thirty years. On behalf of the management, I assure our loyal Kapuso that we will continue to give only the best for our people as they truly are our best assets.”
