Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala

Jaime Zobel de Ayala has a distinguished track record as an international businessman. Having been the CEO of Ayala Corporation, Mr. Zobel has received may honors including: World Economic Forum Global Leader for Tomorrow in 1995; Emerging Markets CEO of the year in 1998 (sponsored by ING); Philippine TOYM (Ten Outstanding Young Men) Award in 1999 and Management Association of the Philippines Management Man of the Year Award in 2006. He has a deep understanding of international strategic, commercial and environmental issues, and gained extensive experience as a member of the board of directors of the companies in the Ayala Group in the areas of banking, telecommunications, property development, water distribution, health and education, renewable energy. During his time as Chair, he has been committed to developing and maintaining a strong dialogue with investors and other key stakeholders and has ensured that their views are considered during Board discussions and decision-making. He has also demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring that the highest standards of corporate governance, ethics and compliance are maintained. Mr. Zobel has a strong commitment to national development. In 2007, he received the Harvard Business School Alumni Achievement Award, the school's highest recognition. He was awarded the Presidential Medal of Merit in 2009, the Philippine Legion of Honor with rank of Grand Commander in 2010, and the Order of Mabini with rank of Commander in 2015 by the President of the Philippines in recognition of his outstanding public service.