BOARD OF ADVISORS

Philip Arnold P. Tuaño, PhD

Dean of the Ateneo School of Government, economist, and former Chair of Ateneo’s Department of Economics. He has over 30 years of experience in academia, governance, and policy research, focusing on poverty, labor, and development. He has held leadership roles at the National Anti-Poverty Commission, Peace and Equity Foundation, and the Philippine Economic Society. He earned his PhD and master’s in Economics from the University of the Philippines and an MA in Development Economics from the University of Sussex.

Sigfrieda C. Rodriguez

Finance leader with 14+ years in project financing, treasury, and risk management in power and infrastructure across Southeast Asia. She has managed over $1 billion in financing and led award-winning infrastructure projects. She holds master’s degrees in Development Economics (University of the Philippines) and Financial Economics (University of London).

Wee Ah Kee

Investor and business leader with 30+ years of experience in public and private investments across Asia. He has led and transformed companies in aviation, media, big data, and cybersecurity. He holds honors degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Business Administration from the University of Windsor, Canada.

Mary Margaret Macasaet-Barro

Executive Director of the Makati Medical Center Foundation with nearly 30 years in corporate social responsibility and non-profit management. She has led health advocacy and disaster preparedness initiatives, working with the UN and WHO. She holds a master’s in Development Management (AIM) and a Communications degree (UP).

Henrietta Santos-Gatti

Corporate communications and international engagement expert with experience at IKEA North America and global outreach initiatives. She holds a Business Administration degree (UP) and a master’s in International Management (Arizona).