BPI earns global Stevie honors for excellence in people growth

Insider Spotlight

• BPI wins Gold, Silver, and Bronze at the 2025 International Stevie Business Awards 
• Honors highlight people development and organizational excellence
• HR chief Gina Eala, marketing head Cathy Santamaria among awardees

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) once again proved its world-class standards in people development and leadership excellence after taking home multiple distinctions at the 2025 Stevie® International Business Awards held in Lisbon, Portugal.

The big picture

BPI earned the Gold Stevie® for Company of the Year–Financials (Large Category), reaffirming its stature as a top financial institution committed to innovation and customer service.

The bank’s emphasis on people-first programs shone through its wins for the ELITE Summit, which bagged Gold for Corporate & Community Employee-Centric Event and Bronze for Corporate Event, alongside a Silver for the BPI Customer Delight Journey under Achievement in Customer Satisfaction.

People power

Beyond company-wide recognition, BPI leaders were individually honored for their impact:

• Gina Eala, chief human resources officer – Gold Stevie® for Human Resources Executive of the Year
• Cathy P. Santamaria, chief customer and marketing officer – Silver Stevie® for Marketing Executive of the Year
• Angeline Cheng, internal communication officer for HR – Silver Stevie® for Communications Professional of the Year
  
  

What they’re saying

“This global recognition from the Stevie® Awards highlights the strength of our people and our ability to adapt and excel in a competitive landscape,” BPI president and CEO TG Limcaoco, said in a press release on Oct. 20, 2025.

Santamaria added, “Winning a Stevie Award affirms that BPI is best in class. It amplifies our brand, reinforces our commitment to excellence, and validates the collective efforts of our team.”

Meanwhile, Eala emphasized the human-centered core behind the wins: “These awards are a testament to BPI’s belief that our people are our greatest asset. Through programs like the ELITE Summit, we continue to invest in their growth and celebrate the excellence that drives the Bank forward.”

Why it matters

Now in its 22nd year, the Stevie® Awards honor global workplace achievements. BPI’s haul this year underscores its evolving culture—one built on empowering people to drive business success. —Vanessa Hidalgo | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma