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Why it matters
The recognition bolsters Megaworld’s positioning in the war for talent as it expands its township, residential, hotel, and lifestyle portfolio across the Philippines. It also signals to investors and partners that the company is doubling down on people-centered growth alongside its business ambitions.
Megaworld’s hospitality arm, Megaworld Hotels & Resorts, was likewise cited for having one of the highest satisfaction ratings in Southeast Asia in its category, placing it alongside leading international hotel chains as a top hospitality employer.
The driving force
Megaworld’s inclusion in the Fortune ranking was directly powered by its recent Great Place to Work Certification, where the company posted an unprecedented 98 percent employee approval rating — the highest ever achieved by any of the country’s major real estate players.
“To be named among Southeast Asia’s best companies to work for is a proud testament to our commitment to business excellence and to nurturing our talent. We believe that success is best achieved when people are enabled to thrive and lead with purpose. This milestone is dedicated to the passionate men and women of Megaworld, who remain the driving force behind our success as an organization,” said Lourdes Gutierrez-Alfonso, president and CEO of Megaworld.
Track record of people-first recognition
The Fortune citation adds to a growing list of employer accolades. Megaworld has consistently appeared in HR Asia’s “Best Companies to Work For in Asia” list and was earlier named to Time Magazine’s Best Companies in Asia-Pacific roster, underscoring its reputation as a company that cares for both employees and communities.
Building future leaders
To sustain its momentum, Megaworld is investing in structured leadership development, wellbeing programs, and continuous learning. The company recently completed the first year of High-Rise, a specialized program that sharpens leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and performance management skills among promising young leaders across the organization.
By pairing talent development with its integrated township strategy, Megaworld is positioning itself not just as a real estate leader but as a benchmark for workplace culture in Southeast Asia. — Daxim L. Lucas | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
