Empowering Excellence: How Women Leaders at FedEx Philippines Are Helping Shape an Inclusive Future

FedEx Philippines is a proud advocate of our inclusive culture, and nowhere is this more evident than in the journeys of its remarkable women leaders.

These leaders -- Maribeth Espinosa, Jenieryll Jomarie Mangalindan, Anne Marie Liwag-Inawat, and Maria Isabel Novero-Benitez -- illustrate how the company’s "People-Service-Profit" (PSP) philosophy, including its focus on equal opportunity for all, empowers employees to excel, regardless of gender, background, or role.

These shared stories attest to the positive transformation that occurs when organizations provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

Leadership Without Limits

Maribeth Espinosa, FedEx Philippines Managing Director

With a background in chemistry, Maribeth Espinosa, Managing Director of FedEx Philippines, began her career as a Dangerous Goods agent and steadily rose through the ranks—driven by skill, teamwork, and an unshakable commitment to growth.

“I’m not a female leader. I’m a leader. Nothing more, nothing less,” she asserts. 

Meet the Caltex Women Retailers Who Are Changing the PH Fuel Scene, One Drop at a Time

There is a gender gap in the fuel industry with women only making up 22% of the global oil and gas workforce, and from that number, only 20% reach senior positions in oil and gas companies, highlighting the industry’s urgent need to provide them with more leadership opportunities. 

However, Caltex Filipina retailers are changing that by taking the reins of their fuels business and creating space in the industry for more women to grow and thrive. This International Women’s Month, meet the women who are shaking up the industry by bringing Caltex with Techron clean fuels to motorists nationwide:

Melissa Simeon

For Melissa Simeon, breaking into the industry was a no-brainer thanks to its reputation as a stable and essential business.  Inspired by her mother, Melissa put her resilience and business savvy to the test by becoming a Caltex Retailer.

Melissa and her husband Jules set up shop in Marilao, Bulacan. The site began operations in December 2021, servicing countless motorists in the Central Luzon region.

Mega Prime Foods Takes a Bold Step into the Global Market with Dubai Launch

Mega Prime Foods Inc. (MPFI) is strengthening its global footprint with a strategic expansion into Dubai, introducing its leading product categories—including Mega Sardines, the Number 1 Sardines in the Philippines, Mega Mackerel, Mega Squid, Mega Prime Corn & Mushroom, and Mega Prime Nata—to the Middle Eastern market.

As part of this exciting move, MPFI participated in Gulfood 2025 at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the world’s largest food and beverage exhibitions, alongside the Export Sales and Marketing teams, providing a platform to showcase Mega Sardines’ fresh-catch quality, Mega Mackerel’s rich and flavorful taste, Mega Squid’s quality seafood offering, Mega Prime Corn & Mushroom’s kitchen convenience, and Mega Prime Nata’s refreshing versatility. These products were introduced not only to Filipinos in the UAE but also to Dubai’s diverse, multicultural community, reinforcing the company’s vision: “To bring pride to Filipinos by providing world-class brands that uplift people's lives.”

Personal Collection Champions Women’s Entrepreneurship this Women’s Month

Majority of PC dealers are women, with access to low startup costs and quality products –

Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) make up 99.5% of business establishments in the Philippines, driving employment, innovation, and economic growth. But did you know that more than half of them are owned by women? 

A report by the Asian Development Bank states that a remarkable 55.8% of MSMEs in the country are owned or led by women. Of which, women entirely own 79%, while 19% are majority-owned by women.

Michelin Opens Its New Office in Manila, Philippines

Michelin has opened its new official office in Manila, Philippines to strengthen its brand presence, improve customer and partner experiences, and develop local talents.

The new office will provide better resources and expertise to local partners, elevate sales and after-sales services, and ensure high-quality products for Filipino customers.

Michelin, world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences, proudly announces the opening of its new official office in the Philippines. This milestone reinforces Michelin’s long-term commitment to the country, enhancing support for local partners and strengthening its brand presence in the Filipino market.

Chevron Philippines Donates Laptops to Ateneo de Naga University to Support Student Learning

Chevron Philippines, in collaboration with the HS 67 Alumni Association, donates laptops to Ateneo de Naga University’s OSA Access E-Skwela project

In line with its commitment to education and community support, Chevron Philippines Inc. (CPI), marketer of Caltex fuel and lubricants, partnered with the HS 67 Alumni Association to donate 20 refurbished laptops to Ateneo de Naga University (AdNU). The donation, made through AdNU's Office of Student Affairs (OSA) Access E-Skwela project, aims to assist students whose learning was disrupted by Typhoon Kristine’s devastation. This is the latest program in Chevron and AdNU’s partnership geared toward supporting student learning.

The secret link between hypertension and chronic kidney disease

A patient gets their blood pressure checked during the Get CheCKD event in Ayala Malls Manila Bay, highlighting the importance of early detection and regular monitoring in managing hypertension and preventing chronic kidney disease (CKD). 

A patient gets their blood pressure checked during the Get CheCKD event in Ayala Malls Manila Bay, highlighting the importance of early detection and regular monitoring in managing hypertension and preventing chronic kidney disease (CKD).

Caltex Partners with PICKUP COFFEE to Drive Growth and Elevate Customer Experience at Service Stations

Executives from Caltex and PICKUP COFFEE come together to finalize their partnership with a contract signing. (From left to right: Arnel Reniedo, Marketing Manager of Caltex Philippines; Roel Faustino, Retail Fuels Manager of Caltex Philippines; Billy Liu, General Manager and Country Chair of Chevron Philippines; Francis Flores, Chief Executive Officer of PICKUP COFFEE, Bien Lee, Co-founder and Chief Brand Officer of PICKUP COFFEE and Rami Chahwan, Chief Operating Officer of PICKUP COFFEE)

JAECOO Philippines’ First Hybrid, the JAECOO J7 SHS Is Now Officially Range-Verified by AAP

JAECOO Philippines Demonstrates the J7 Super Hybrid System’s Fuel Efficiency, Achieving an Impressive 1,488.8 km in a Four-Day Run with Final Distance and Remaining Range

JAECOO Philippines’ first hybrid offering J7 SHS (Super Hybrid System) has officially been range-verified by the Automobile Association Philippines (AAP)  after driving 1,488.8 kilometers on a full tank of fuel and on a single full charge. This is a testament to JAECOO’s commitment to infusing its automotive engineering DNA to create sustainable mobility solutions for Filipino urban elites.

GAC Motor Philippines Wins Top Awards at the 2025 GAC International Partner Conference

Luis Torres, Country Manager of Astara Philippines (second from left), and Ryan Bermudez, Sales Director (third from left), accept the Gold Award at the 2025 GAC International Partner Conference, joined by Feng Xingya, Chairman and President of GAC Group (leftmost), and Wei Haigang, President of GAC International (rightmost).

GAC Motor Philippines, led by Astara Philippines, continues to build on its success, earning two major global awards at the recent 2025 GAC International Partner Conference. The brand received back-to-back Gold Awards for Outstanding Distributor of the Year 2024 and Outstanding Sales Department of 2024, recognizing its exceptional growth, strong sales performance, and commitment to customer service.

Grab Philippines Launches Green Programme, Promotes Sustainability for On-Demand Services

Leading superapp Grab Philippines officially launches its Green Programme, deepening its commitment to environmental sustainability. The initiative introduces a new toggle-on feature across Grab’s on-demand mobility and delivery services, allowing users to actively participate in environmental conservation efforts with strategic program partners Fostering Education & Environment for Development, Inc. (“FEED”), EcoMatcher Ltd, and the Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary Project. 

Through the Green Programme, Grab users have the opportunity to contribute to environmental conservation with each ride or delivery. For every GrabCar or GrabTaxi ride, users can donate PHP 2.00, while every GrabFood or GrabMart delivery allows for a contribution of PHP 1.00.