At this year’s Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, multiple initiatives from the PLDT Group were honored across categories spanning community engagement, corporate social responsibility, digital platforms, and executive thought leadership. These awards point to a broader shift: how connectivity, when paired with partnerships and purpose, can support more inclusive growth.

Among the highlights was a Gold Stevie® for the TINBO (Tindahan ni Bossing) platform powered by PLDT Global. TINBO is the one-stop marketplace that enables Filipinos around the world to access digital goods and services that help them stay connected with their families in the Philippines.

Several initiatives focused on community transformation also received Silver Stevies®. These included the Digital Farmers Program and eBizNovation, which help agricultural communities and MSMEs strengthen digital capabilities and market participation; #LearnSmart, which expands access to learning through technology; and #BeCyberSmart, which promotes safer digital engagement as more Filipinos navigate an increasingly complex online environment.

Bronze Stevies®, meanwhile, cited initiatives that strengthened engagement with overseas Filipinos and industry partners, including Hong Kong Fest 2025 and the Asian Carriers Conference (ACC) 2025.

Another Bronze Stevie® for thought leadership was awarded to Albert V. Villa-Real, President and CEO of PLDT Global. The citation highlights his work in advancing partnerships and platforms that support digital inclusion initiatives for overseas Filipinos and partner communities across markets.

Across these initiatives, the honors reflect how the PLDT Group continues to combine connectivity with community collaboration to expand digital participation across sectors.

The annual Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards recognize organizations across 23 markets for innovation. Winners were honored during a recent gala ceremony in Macau.