Planting greatness : organizations accelerating social impact in the Philippines

Written by Mio Borromeo, Pancho Dizon, and Monica Padillo; edited by Kyle Nate; illustrated by Josephine Daluz; foreword by Gawad Kalinga Chairman Jose Luis Oquiñena; afterword by veteran journalist and Wish Ko Lang! host Vicky Morales

The daily news cycle tends to be filled with negative stories of crime, poverty, accidents, disasters, and other tragedies. While the Philippines has no shortage of challenges, there are just as many change-makers focused on solving them for the better. This book collates the stories of various change-makers, including corporate executives focused on CSR, social entrepreneurs, and non-profit leaders, dedicated to uplifting the nation.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants a better Philippines, including leaders who want to learn best practices from their peers and aspiring change-makers looking for inspiration for their own unique mission.

In keeping with the book’s theme, a portion of proceeds from the book launch will fund mobile libraries through a partnership with GK’s Maleta Library program.

Featured leaders:
1. Darwin Flores, Former VP for Community Partnerships of Smart Communications
2. Carlo P. Carlon, The Cyclelogist, Founder of Lend-A-Bike Project
3. Fritzie Ian De Vera, Vice President for Lasallian Mission of De La Salle University
4. Martha Rodriguez, CEO of Vesti Fashion
5. Maribeth Marasigan, President and Chief Operating Officer of Aboitiz Foundation
6. Melody M. Del Rosario, VP for PR and Corporate Communications Metro Pacific Investments Corporation
7. Ruel Maranan, President of Ayala Foundation
8. Benedicto C. Sison, Sun Life Philippines’ CEO and Country Head and Sun Life Foundation’s Chairman
9. Med Sali-Gelacio, HR Director of Q2 HR Solutions
10. Mylene Abiva, President and CEO of FELTA Multi-Media Inc.
11. Paulina Ocampo, Country Head of One Million Lights
12. Nina Ellaine Dizon-Cabrera, CEO of Colourette Cosmetics
13. Quennie Alquinto, CSR Head of Gardenia
14. Jeanill Migraso, Founder of Frontliners’ Kitchen
15. Kat Diaz de Rivera, Community Relations Head of PLDT
16. Angela Fabiola de Vera Regala, PhD, President of Assumption College San Lorenzo
17. Atty. Iris Baguilat, President of Döhle Seafront Crewing (Manila) Inc.
18. Dr. Anton Mari Lim, Co-Founder of Yellow Boat of Hope Foundation
19. Illac Diaz, Founder of Liter of Light
20. Neil Pariñas, Vice President for Lasallian Mission and Student Life of College of Saint Benilde
21. Ryan Gersava, Founder and CEO of Virtualahan
22. Grace David, CEO of Edukasyon.ph
23. Krie Reyes-Lopez, Founder and CEO of Messy Bessy
24. Ian Origenes, Founder of Our Little Ideas
25. Marino Agbayani, Senior Vice President for Government Affairs and Special Projects of JG Summit Petrochemicals Group
26. Atticus King, Owner of Victoria Court AKG
27. Maria Yolanda C. Crisanto, SVP for Corporate Communications of Globe Telecom
28. Javier Villarruel, Managing Partner of Bayongciaga
29. Sharon Jean Gonzales-Gulmatico, Founder of Morination Agricultural Products
30. Ignacio C.O. Sison, Chief Corporate Officer of Del Monte
31. Atty. Allan V. Barcena, Assistant Vice President and Head of Corporate Social Responsibility and Public Relations of Energy Development Corporation
32. Debbie Sy, Executive Director of SM Foundation Inc.