Leo L. Capinpin, Country General Manager, IBM Philippines
The Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP) has appointed Leo L. Capinpin, Country General Manager and Technology Leader of IBM Philippines, and Emil Andre M. Garcia, President of Vivant Corporation, as new trustees, strengthening the organization’s leadership in technology, workforce development, infrastructure, and sustainability.
Capinpin brings more than 25 years of experience with IBM, where he leads business strategy, sales, and technical functions. His experience includes financial services and IT services, including hardware and software infrastructure technologies.
IBM Philippines is a founding member of PBSP and has partnered with the organization on initiatives focused on education and workforce development. These include IBM SkillsBuild and P-TECH, which aim to expand opportunities for young Filipinos through technology and skills development.
Emil Andre M. Garcia, President, Vivant Corporation
Garcia joins the PBSP Board as Vivant Corporation’s representative for members in the Visayas and will chair the organization’s Visayas Regional Committee. He leads Vivant’s investments and operations across energy and water, including conventional and renewable energy generation, power distribution, and retail electricity.
The leadership changes highlight the growing role of technology, digital skills, infrastructure, and sustainable development in addressing social and economic challenges in the Philippines.
Jose Antonio “Tonio” Y. Aboitiz, Representative of Davao Light and Power Company, Inc.
Aileen Judan-Jiao, IBM ASEAN Technology Lifecycle Services Leader
PBSP also recognized the contributions of outgoing trustees Jose Antonio “Tonio” Y. Aboitiz of Davao Light and Power Company and Aileen Judan-Jiao of IBM Philippines for their years of service and leadership.
