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Management Association of the Philippines
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Management Association of the Philippines
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map.org.ph
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The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a nonprofit professional membership organization headquartered in Makati City, Philippines, serving top management practitioners and senior executives of Philippine corporations. Founded 78 years ago, MAP operates as an exclusive, by-invitation association whose core purpose is to advocate for management excellence, good governance, global competitiveness, inclusive growth, climate action, and sustainability, while connecting members through events, conferences, and policy engagement.

MAP's product surface is non-technological: it delivers value through membership subscriptions (annual dues), large flagship events (the International CEO Conference, MAP-SGV NextGen Conference, the 1st RCEP Business and Investment Summit, regional General Membership Meetings), advocacy programs (CAMACS, SCALE, FitMAP, Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge), and thought leadership content published via MAP Insights, MAPping the Future columns, and partnerships with BusinessWorld and the Philippine Daily Inquirer. The association does not operate a technology platform, SaaS product, or proprietary AI/ML system; its digital footprint consists of a website (map.org.ph), social channels, and event registration via Glueup.

MAP's revenue model is a two-stream hybrid: recurring annual membership dues from its exclusive executive network, plus event and conference registration fees. The organization is member-governed through an elected Board of Governors and an annually rotating presidency, with the 78th President (Dr. Donald L. Lim) installed for 2026. Its operating geography is primarily the Philippines, though 2026 ASEAN chairship activities mark a deliberate expansion into regional convening across the broader ASEAN economic community.

Short descriptiontext

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a nonprofit professional membership association in Makati City serving top Philippine executives and management practitioners through annual membership, conferences, advocacy programs, and thought leadership, with regional expansion underway via ASEAN and RCEP activities in 2026.

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Operating
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11–50
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HeadquartersMakati City, Philippines
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Makati City
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Philippines
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Asia
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

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City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
executive networking, professional membership association, management development programs, corporate governance advocacy, CEO conferences
Industry1 code
1Executive Leadership Summits (C-Suite, Board, Strategy Offsites)
CodeTHAHAMAAPrimaryYes
NAICS code1 code
  • Business Associations813910
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Membership Organizations8600
Product category
Professional Association Services
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model2 records
1Membership Dues
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

MAP generates revenue primarily through annual membership fees from its exclusive network of top management practitioners and executives in the Philippines.

map.org.ph
2Event Fees and Conferences
TypeProfessional Services
Description

Revenue is generated through registration fees for conferences, general membership meetings (GMMs), CEO conferences, and various professional development programs.

map.org.ph
Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Pricing details1 tier
1Individual Membership for Management Practitioners
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
Notes

Annual membership fee for top management practitioners; specific pricing available upon inquiry

map.org.ph
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeServices
Services
Core offering1 text field

MAP is a nonprofit professional membership organization that provides top management practitioners in the Philippines with executive networking, professional development, and policy advocacy. It sells annual individual and corporate memberships, organizes executive conferences (International CEO Conference, General Membership Meetings, MAP-SGV NextGen Conference), runs advocacy programs on malnutrition, startup development, health, and agri-aqua innovation, and publishes thought leadership content in major Philippine newspapers.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a professional membership organization for management practitioners, not a product or technology company. MAP offers membership services, organizes conferences and events (such as the International CEO Conference, General Membership Meetings, and the 7th MAP-SGV NextGen Conference), publishes thought leadership content through its MAP Insights and MAPping the Future columns in major Philippine newspapers (BusinessWorld, Philippine Daily Inquirer), runs advocacy programs including CAMACS (Campaign Against Malnutrition and Child Stunting), SCALE Program, FitMAP health publication, and Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge, and maintains archives of presentations and gallery materials. MAP does not offer a software product, SaaS platform, or technology-as-a-service offering.

Product and service9 records
1Individual Membership for Top Management Practitioners
CategoryMembership
2MAP International CEO Conference
CategoryConference
3General Membership Meetings (GMMs)
CategoryConference
47th MAP-SGV NextGen Conference
CategoryConference
5CAMACS (Campaign Against Malnutrition and Child Stunting)
CategoryAdvocacy Program
6SCALE Program
CategoryAdvocacy Program
7FitMAP Publication
CategoryPublication
8Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge
CategoryAdvocacy Program
9MAP Insights and MAPping the Future Thought Leadership Columns
CategoryPublication
Scale indicator3 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership9 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

DTI is a key partner in MAP's SCALE Program, a joint initiative with Foxmont Capital Partners, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, and PwC Philippines to support startup ecosystem development and entrepreneurship in the Philippines.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Foxmont Capital Partners co-implements the SCALE Program with DTI, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, PwC Philippines, and MAP to foster startup growth and innovation.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO partners with DTI, Foxmont Capital Partners, PwC Philippines, and MAP on the SCALE Program for startup ecosystem development.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

PwC Philippines collaborates with DTI, Foxmont Capital Partners, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, and MAP on the SCALE Program to support Philippine startups and entrepreneurs.

Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

BIR partners with MAP through the BIR-Private Multi-Sectoral Group (PMSG) Partnership established in August 2023, working on tax compliance simplification and policy improvements. MAP participates alongside other business groups including FINEX, PICPA, and the Joint Foreign Chambers.

Strategic tierMinorTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

MAP collaborates with ECOP on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including executive sessions on male allyship in workplaces.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

BPI is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

PLDT is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.

Strategic tierMinorTypeOthers
Description

SM Investments Corporation is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.

Recent move6 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight4 records

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Type, Description

Peers8 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

The Makati Business Club is a Philippine executive policy club convening business leaders on governance and economic reform. It directly parallels MAP as a membership-based convener of senior Filipino business leaders, often co-hosting events with MAP (e.g., the joint AMCHAM-MBC-MAP-US ASEAN Business Council breakfast).

TypeDirect peer
Description

ECOP is the recognized national confederation of Philippine employers. It is a direct peer as an advocacy-driven association representing business interests, partnering with MAP on diversity, equity, and inclusion executive sessions.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

ASEAN BAC is the official regional private-sector advisory body to ASEAN leaders. It is comparable to MAP at a broader regional scale, providing the regional convening layer into which MAP's 2026 ASEAN chairship activities feed.

TypeDirect peer
Description

ICD is a Philippine institute advancing corporate governance standards, with senior MAP figures (e.g., Atty. Pedro Maniego Jr.) serving as former Chairs. It is a direct peer in serving Filipino directors and senior executives through credentialing and advocacy.

5Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines
TypeDirect peer
Description

The Joint Foreign Chambers is an umbrella coalition of foreign business chambers in the Philippines, including AmCham. It is a direct peer in policy advocacy and frequently engages with MAP on trade and investment issues alongside FINEX and PICPA.

TypeDirect peer
Description

PCCI is the country's largest broad-based business chamber, representing MSMEs and large corporates. It is a direct peer to MAP in convening Philippine business for advocacy, though MAP is more exclusive/executive-focused while PCCI is broader in membership scope.

TypeDirect peer
Description

FINEX is a Philippine professional association of senior finance executives. It is a direct peer in the membership-organization model serving top executives, often partnering with MAP on policy matters including the BIR-PMSG partnership.

TypeDirect peer
Description

AmCham Philippines is a bilateral business chamber convening US and Filipino executives for advocacy and networking. It is a direct peer in convening senior executives for policy dialogue, regularly co-hosting events with MAP.

Market position
Weaknesses5 records

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Competitive moat4 records

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Key risks6 records

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Key highlights6 records

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Classification, Details

Named customers2 records

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Segment2 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile2 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
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Number of profiles
Profiles11 records

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Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

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Management Association of the Philippines

Professional Association Servicesmap.org.ph

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a nonprofit professional membership association in Makati City serving top Philippine executives and management practitioners through annual membership, conferences, advocacy programs, and thought leadership, with regional expansion underway via ASEAN and RCEP activities in 2026.

What Management Association of the Philippines does

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a nonprofit professional membership organization headquartered in Makati City, Philippines, serving top management practitioners and senior executives of Philippine corporations. Founded 78 years ago, MAP operates as an exclusive, by-invitation association whose core purpose is to advocate for management excellence, good governance, global competitiveness, inclusive growth, climate action, and sustainability, while connecting members through events, conferences, and policy engagement.

MAP's product surface is non-technological: it delivers value through membership subscriptions (annual dues), large flagship events (the International CEO Conference, MAP-SGV NextGen Conference, the 1st RCEP Business and Investment Summit, regional General Membership Meetings), advocacy programs (CAMACS, SCALE, FitMAP, Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge), and thought leadership content published via MAP Insights, MAPping the Future columns, and partnerships with BusinessWorld and the Philippine Daily Inquirer. The association does not operate a technology platform, SaaS product, or proprietary AI/ML system; its digital footprint consists of a website (map.org.ph), social channels, and event registration via Glueup.

MAP's revenue model is a two-stream hybrid: recurring annual membership dues from its exclusive executive network, plus event and conference registration fees. The organization is member-governed through an elected Board of Governors and an annually rotating presidency, with the 78th President (Dr. Donald L. Lim) installed for 2026. Its operating geography is primarily the Philippines, though 2026 ASEAN chairship activities mark a deliberate expansion into regional convening across the broader ASEAN economic community.

Management Association of the Philippines firmographics

Firmographics
Name
Management Association of the Philippines
Legal name
Management Association of the Philippines
Website
https://map.org.ph
Company type
Private
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
11–50 employees
Short description
The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a nonprofit professional membership association in Makati City serving top Philippine executives and management practitioners through annual membership, conferences, advocacy programs, and thought leadership, with regional expansion underway via ASEAN and RCEP activities in 2026.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

Management Association of the Philippines industry classification

Industry
Product category
Professional Association Services
NAICS
Business Associations (813910)
SIC
Services-Membership Organizations (8600)
akta.pro primary industry
Executive Leadership Summits (C-Suite, Board, Strategy Offsites) (THAHAMAA)

Keywords

  • Executive networking
  • Professional membership association
  • Management development programs
  • Corporate governance advocacy
  • CEO conferences

Where Management Association of the Philippines is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Makati City
HQ country
Philippines
HQ region
Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

Management Association of the Philippines business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

  1. Membership Dues: MAP generates revenue primarily through annual membership fees from its exclusive network of top management practitioners and executives in the Philippines.
  2. Event Fees and Conferences: Revenue is generated through registration fees for conferences, general membership meetings (GMMs), CEO conferences, and various professional development programs.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualIndividual Membership for Management Practitioners

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Management Association of the Philippines product offering

Product offering

Core offering

MAP is a nonprofit professional membership organization that provides top management practitioners in the Philippines with executive networking, professional development, and policy advocacy. It sells annual individual and corporate memberships, organizes executive conferences (International CEO Conference, General Membership Meetings, MAP-SGV NextGen Conference), runs advocacy programs on malnutrition, startup development, health, and agri-aqua innovation, and publishes thought leadership content in major Philippine newspapers.

Product overview

The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) is a professional membership organization for management practitioners, not a product or technology company. MAP offers membership services, organizes conferences and events (such as the International CEO Conference, General Membership Meetings, and the 7th MAP-SGV NextGen Conference), publishes thought leadership content through its MAP Insights and MAPping the Future columns in major Philippine newspapers (BusinessWorld, Philippine Daily Inquirer), runs advocacy programs including CAMACS (Campaign Against Malnutrition and Child Stunting), SCALE Program, FitMAP health publication, and Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge, and maintains archives of presentations and gallery materials. MAP does not offer a software product, SaaS platform, or technology-as-a-service offering.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Individual Membership for Top Management Practitioners
  • MAP International CEO Conference
  • General Membership Meetings (GMMs)
  • 7th MAP-SGV NextGen Conference
  • CAMACS (Campaign Against Malnutrition and Child Stunting)
  • SCALE Program
  • FitMAP Publication
  • Agri-Aqua Innovation Challenge
  • MAP Insights and MAPping the Future Thought Leadership Columns

Companies that use Management Association of the Philippines

Customer profile

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Management Association of the Philippines technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Management Association of the Philippines partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDTI is a key partner in MAP's SCALE Program, a joint initiative with Foxmont Capital Partners, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, and PwC Philippines to support startup ecosystem development and entrepreneurship in the Philippines.
  • Foxmont Capital PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoxmont Capital Partners co-implements the SCALE Program with DTI, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, PwC Philippines, and MAP to foster startup growth and innovation.
  • IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO partners with DTI, Foxmont Capital Partners, PwC Philippines, and MAP on the SCALE Program for startup ecosystem development.
  • PwC PhilippinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPwC Philippines collaborates with DTI, Foxmont Capital Partners, IdeaSpace Foundation Inc./QBO, and MAP on the SCALE Program to support Philippine startups and entrepreneurs.
  • Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBIR partners with MAP through the BIR-Private Multi-Sectoral Group (PMSG) Partnership established in August 2023, working on tax compliance simplification and policy improvements. MAP participates alongside other business groups including FINEX, PICPA, and the Joint Foreign Chambers.
  • Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAP collaborates with ECOP on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, including executive sessions on male allyship in workplaces.
  • BPI (Bank of the Philippine Islands)minorOthersBPI is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.
  • PLDTminorOthersPLDT is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.
  • SM Investments CorporationminorOthersSM Investments Corporation is listed as a partner/sponsor on MAP's website, supporting the association's programs and events.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Management Association of the Philippines competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Makati Business Club: The Makati Business Club is a Philippine executive policy club convening business leaders on governance and economic reform. It directly parallels MAP as a membership-based convener of senior Filipino business leaders, often co-hosting events with MAP (e.g., the joint AMCHAM-MBC-MAP-US ASEAN Business Council breakfast).
  • Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP): ECOP is the recognized national confederation of Philippine employers. It is a direct peer as an advocacy-driven association representing business interests, partnering with MAP on diversity, equity, and inclusion executive sessions.
  • Institute of Corporate Directors: ICD is a Philippine institute advancing corporate governance standards, with senior MAP figures (e.g., Atty. Pedro Maniego Jr.) serving as former Chairs. It is a direct peer in serving Filipino directors and senior executives through credentialing and advocacy.
  • Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines: The Joint Foreign Chambers is an umbrella coalition of foreign business chambers in the Philippines, including AmCham. It is a direct peer in policy advocacy and frequently engages with MAP on trade and investment issues alongside FINEX and PICPA.
  • Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry: PCCI is the country's largest broad-based business chamber, representing MSMEs and large corporates. It is a direct peer to MAP in convening Philippine business for advocacy, though MAP is more exclusive/executive-focused while PCCI is broader in membership scope.
  • Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX): FINEX is a Philippine professional association of senior finance executives. It is a direct peer in the membership-organization model serving top executives, often partnering with MAP on policy matters including the BIR-PMSG partnership.
  • American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines: AmCham Philippines is a bilateral business chamber convening US and Filipino executives for advocacy and networking. It is a direct peer in convening senior executives for policy dialogue, regularly co-hosting events with MAP.

Broad incumbents

  • ASEAN Business Advisory Council: ASEAN BAC is the official regional private-sector advisory body to ASEAN leaders. It is comparable to MAP at a broader regional scale, providing the regional convening layer into which MAP's 2026 ASEAN chairship activities feed.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Management Association of the Philippines social profiles

Digital presence

Management Association of the Philippines financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Management Association of the Philippines leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Management Association of the Philippines funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Management Association of the Philippines M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

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Frequently asked questions about Management Association of the Philippines

What does Management Association of the Philippines do?

MAP is a nonprofit professional membership organization that provides top management practitioners in the Philippines with executive networking, professional development, and policy advocacy. It sells annual individual and corporate memberships, organizes executive conferences (International CEO Conference, General Membership Meetings, MAP-SGV NextGen Conference), runs advocacy programs on malnutrition, startup development, health, and agri-aqua innovation, and publishes thought leadership content in major Philippine newspapers.

Is Management Association of the Philippines a public or private company?

Management Association of the Philippines is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Management Association of the Philippines founded?

Management Association of the Philippines was founded in -1. It employs 11 to 50 people.

Where is Management Association of the Philippines based?

Management Association of the Philippines is headquartered in Makati City, Philippines, in the Asia region.

How does Management Association of the Philippines make money?

Two revenue lines are on record. Membership Dues are the primary driver. The others are event Fees and Conferences.

Who are Management Association of the Philippines's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Makati Business Club, Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP), Institute of Corporate Directors, Joint Foreign Chambers of the Philippines, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines (FINEX) and American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines. ASEAN Business Advisory Council is listed as a broad incumbent.

Does Management Association of the Philippines have an API?

No public API is recorded for Management Association of the Philippines.

What industry is Management Association of the Philippines in?

Management Association of the Philippines's product category is Professional Association Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAHAMAA, Executive Leadership Summits (C-Suite, Board, Strategy Offsites). Its NAICS code is 813910 and its SIC code is 8600.

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BusinessWorld OnlineWeak foundational skills may erode Philippine workforce’s edgeThe Management Association of the Philippines warned that weak foundational skills among Filipino students could erode workforce competitiveness, citing PISA 2025 results. Only 21% of students met minimum math proficiency, far below the OECD average of 65%. Industry leaders urged early childhood development and industry-academia collaboration to address the gap.BusinessWorld OnlineMAP warns corrupt budget will erode investor confidenceThe Management Association of the Philippines urged the government to be more transparent during the 2027 budget process, warning that corruption erodes investor confidence. MAP called for zero tolerance of hidden insertions, ghost projects, and political use of funds, and full disclosure of amendments and appropriations. It also supported digital transparency reforms to trace spending from appropriation to implementation.InquirerMAP sees little room for ’26 PH growth to pick upThe Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) predicts minimal economic growth for the remainder of 2026, citing weak consumer spending and a sluggish second-quarter GDP expansion of 2.3 percent. MAP President Donald Lim stated that significant recovery is unlikely before year-end, shifting expectations for improvement to 2027 contingent on resolving external geopolitical crises. The association has urged the government to prioritize economic reforms, including amendments to tax and energy laws, to support business resilience.BusinessWorld OnlineMAP upbeat over PHL recovery next yearThe Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) expressed optimism for a 2027 economic recovery, contingent on the resolution of the Middle East crisis and increased spending from the 2028 election cycle. This outlook follows a second-quarter GDP slowdown to 2.3% driven by oil shocks that elevated inflation to an average of 5%. MAP President Donald Patrick Lim urged businesses to plan for potential negative developments while hoping for renewed consumer activity.The Manila TimesUS clamps new 12.5% tariffs on Philippine exportsThe US Trade Representative announced 12.5% tariffs on Philippine exports for failing to implement bans on goods produced with forced labor, with 59 other trading partners also facing similar tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5%. The Philippine Exporters Confederation and Management Association of the Philippines warned the tariffs would undermine export competitiveness and jobs, particularly for micro, small and medium enterprises. The Philippines government had signed a Joint Administrative Order just days earlier directing investigation and prohibition of forced labor imports.Manila BulletinDigital pioneer Donald Lim elected MAP presidentDonald L. Lim, president of DITO CME Holdings, was elected the 78th president of the Management Association of the Philippines for 2026, with his term set to begin in 2026. Lim is recognized as a digital transformation pioneer who has founded the Blockchain Council of the Philippines, Cybersecurity Council of the Philippines, and Global AI Council Philippines to advance national initiatives in AI, blockchain, and cybersecurity. The MAP 2026 Board of Governors also includes key figures from various sectors, including Marianne Hontiveros of CEO Advisors as Vice President and Wilson Tan of SGV & Company as Treasurer.RAPPLERPH business groups back bank secrecy reforms, restoring SALN accessSix Philippine business groups—Filipina CEO Circle, Financial Executives Institute of the Philippines, Institute of Corporate Directors, Justice Reform Initiative, Management Association of the Philippines, and Makati Business Club—expressed support for reforms to bank secrecy laws and the restoration of public access to government officials' Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net worth (SALN). The groups described existing bank secrecy laws as obstacles preventing regulators from efficiently investigating corruption and money laundering. The proposed amendments would empower the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas to examine deposits when warranted, while the Ombudsman has already restored public access to SALN documents to reinforce accountability.Manila BulletinMAP sees positive shift with ARTA's anti-red tape reformsThe Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has commended the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) for launching its Ease of Doing Business Reform Guidebook, viewing it as a transformative shift in government service delivery. ARTA stated that the guidebook aims to empower government offices to eliminate red tape and corrupt practices by enhancing regulatory processes and inter-agency collaboration. MAP noted encouraging early outcomes, including improvements in permitting and stakeholder engagement among agencies like the Department of Agriculture and the Maritime Industry Authority.