Former Public Works Secretary Rogelio Singson at the Senate inquiry on DPWH projects, December 11, 2017. Jonathan Cellona, ABS-CBN News

MANILA - The Management Association of the Philippines (MAP) has named former Public Works chief Rogelio Singson has been named as MAP Management Person of the Year 2024.

MAP said Singson, who is currently the President and CEO of Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), was chosen for implementing a Good Governance and Anti-Corruption Program in the DPWH during his term. It noted that under Singon, the DPWH's image was changed from one of the most corrupt agencies to an acknowledged efficient line agency under his stewardship during the term of President Benigno Aquino III;

The business group also praised Singson "for setting an example for Filipino managers through an unblemished track record of integrity, managerial competence and professional leadership in his management career in both private and public sectors, particularly in the areas of public-private partnership, tollways management, water and power utilities privatization, airports, seaports and resorts."

MAP also lauded him for his active role in the MVP Group’s substantial contribution to national development

The award is given to individuals in business or government who have attained unquestioned distinction in the practice of management, and have made valuable contributions to the progress of the country and in re-shaping national values, MAP said.  

Past recipients of the award include some of the most distinguished leaders in the business community.