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MANILA – GMA Network Chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon has been recognized as the Communicator of the Year by the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) Asia Pacific, making him only the third Filipino to receive this prestigious award.
The award honors outstanding leaders in the communications industry, and Gozon expressed his gratitude for the recognition.
“Being named Communicator of the Year in the Executive Leader Category by a very respected global community of communicators is deeply meaningful to me,” Gozon said in his acceptance speech.
He highlighted the significance of this recognition, coinciding with major milestones:
Gozon received the award alongside GMA Network Vice President and Head of Corporate Affairs and Communications Angela Javier Cruz at a ceremony held at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel.
In an interview, Gozon acknowledged the challenges faced by the media industry, particularly in combating fake news and ensuring truthful reporting.
“There are many challenges now facing the network, and we are trying to address them. But today, the problem is really fake news, how to be truthful in news reporting,” he said.
Barbara Pesel, Chair of the IABC APAC Board of Directors, praised Gozon’s leadership and his contribution to Philippine media and culture.
“Atty. Gozon is an impressive individual. He inspires people to recognize the importance of Philippine culture. It is through his leadership and communication that GMA has become what it is today,” Pesel said.
This is Gozon’s second consecutive year receiving the Communicator of the Year award in the Executive Leader category, reinforcing his legacy in Philippine media and communications.
The IABC Asia Pacific is a global organization that recognizes leaders in communication across different industries, promoting best practices worldwide.
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