Illuminating Communities with the Circle of Light Program
At the heart of Sun Life’s 130th anniversary is Circle of Light, a program in collaboration with global organization Liter of Light, National Museum of the Philippines, and local pottery studio Odangputik Art Space. Circle of Light will bring together Sun Life’s Clients, advisors, and employees to build at least 3,500 solar lamps.
The SLG Global Tech Funds are designed to provide clients with easy access to the global technology sector. Coupled with the life insurance coverage from Sun Grepa Power Builder Dollar 1, this combination helps individuals and families secure their future while potentially growing their funds. There are two variants available: (1) SLG Global Tech Growth Fund, which allows funds to accumulate over time, empowering individuals to work towards long-term financial goals such as education, retirement, or wealth-building; and (2) SLG Global Tech Payout Fund, which aims to provide a steady stream of additional income with quarterly cashflow potential.
Southeast Asia’s insurance industry is at a crossroads. Despite rapid economic growth and rising demand for financial protection, insurance penetration remains low. In fact, in many countries like the Philippines, it remains at 1.78%, while countries like Vietnam are at 2.8% and Indonesia is at 1.4%.
With this amount, the total amount of benefits that Sun Life Philippines has paid in the past five years now exceed ₱32 billion.
“At Sun Life, we understand that our core purpose extends beyond offering policies; it’s about being there for our Clients during the most critical times,” said Benedict Sison, CEO and Country Head of Sun Life Philippines. “Our commitment to being our Clients’ partner for life is the cornerstone of our business, guiding us in every decision we make.”
Alsons Development and Investment Corporation (Alsons Dev) has been recognized by three major institutions for its significant contributions to housing development and tourism. The company received distinctions from the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI), the Pag-IBIG Fund Stakeholders’ Accomplishment Report (StAR) Awards, and the City Government of Davao’s PASIDUNGOG: Garbo sa Dabaw 2025 awards.
Recognized for Excellence in Housing and Community Development
Alsons Dev receives multiple awards from BPI for its strong performance in housing loan takeouts with (L–R): BPI VP and Product and Channels Division Head Noreene Cayco, Alsons Dev Director Marco Alcantara, Alsons Dev Finance Officer Jocelyn Celeste, Sr. Billing & Collection Assistant Glemaric Solmayor, Sr. Liaison Processor Aldrin Calibo, Jr. Liaison Processor Porferio Saludes Jr., BPI VP and Retail Lending and Bancassurance Group Head Dexter Lloyd Cuajotor, and BPI VP and Retail Mortgage Division Head Bernadette Ocampo.
From left to right: USSC Money Services, Inc. (UMSI) Product Manager for Global Money Movement Jayne Famorcan; Head for Digital Development Mylene Paris; Chief Marketing Officer and Head for Corporate Affairs Dickie Soriano; and President and Chief Executive Officer Jose Xavier Gonzales; together with Visa Philippines Country Manager Jeff Navarro; Head of Clients Isidore Bada; Director for Commercial and Money Movement Solutions Abigal Aguilar; and Director and Account Executive Oliver Ornido
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In October 2024, Pru Life UK piloted its Adopt-a-Madrasah (Islamic school) program for three madaris in Davao City benefiting over 450 students and teachers with school materials.
This year, the program aims to support 1,500 students and teachers in nine Islamic schools.
With international NGO ASSIST as its program implementing partner, the Adopt-a-Madrasah program aims to enhance capacity-building, financial literacy, climate and health awareness to foster resilient communities. The learning modules will include:
