CNPF Tops Extel’s 2025 Asia Executive Team Rankings: Recognized for Leadership, Governance, and Sustainable Growth

Century Pacific Food, Inc. (PSE:CNPF), a leading food and beverage manufacturing company in the Philippines, has ranked in Extel’s Asia Executive Team (Ex-China and Japan) Survey over the years as one of the top consumer staples companies in the region. This year, CNPF was once again recognized as a Most Honored Company – one of the 47 companies to earn this distinction among the 998 nominees, based on votes from 2,909 participating portfolio managers and analysts.

CNPF’s President & CEO Teodoro Po and CFO Chad Manapat were both named among the top three executives in the consumer staples sector, affirming their credibility with both buy- and sell-side investors. Notably, this year’s survey introduced a by-country category, where Po and Manapat were recognized as the Philippines’ Best CEO and Best CFO, respectively, across all sectors by combined overall respondents. Meanwhile, CNPF’s Board of Directors was also recognized for its stewardship for the third year running, underscoring the Group’s commitment to best-in-class governance.

These accolades come on the back of CNPF’s consistent growth trajectory, fueled by its diverse, all-weather portfolio as market leaders in marine and meat, strong challengers in milk, and fast-growing disruptors in coconut, pet food, and plant-based alternatives. The Company’s governance and investor engagement efforts continue to build the confidence of the capital markets, with its Investor Relations Program, Officer, and Team also recognized among the best in the country.

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Po remarks, “We are deeply humbled by this recognition and grateful for the continued trust of the investing community. The company’s consistent performance reflects the unseen hard work of the passionate and dedicated women and men of Century Pacific. This honor belongs as much to them as it does to CNPF. It affirms our long-term approach to growth: making affordable nutrition accessible to more families as we balance the needs of our stakeholders. Looking ahead, we remain committed to creating win-win outcomes for our consumers, employees, partners, and shareholders.”

Manapat says, “I am truly grateful for the support from our investors over the years, which encourages us to stay true to our mission of delivering affordable nutrition. We will continue building trust as responsible stewards of capital by investing in opportunities that secure more sustainable, more inclusive growth and develop healthier products, all leading to long-term value creation for our stakeholders. More than anything, this award is a tribute to the incredible people I get to work with every day. Their passion, teamwork, and commitment make our culture strong, our work meaningful, and even the toughest challenges lighter and fun. I am excited for what this team can accomplish in the years ahead.”

Beyond financial performance, CNPF was also cited for its ESG program – anchored on Protein Delivery, Planet Preservation, and People Development. Within its organization and operations in 2024 alone, the company supported nearly 30,000 livelihoods across its supply chain and expanded its renewable energy and biomass capacity in its General Santos facilities.

Meanwhile, the Group delivered over 80 million protein servings to underserved communities through its flagship Kain Po program since its inception in 2010. CNPF also helps promote a circular economy, supporting PCX Markets and HOPE in recovering 100% of its plastic packaging footprint through plastic credits and engaging communities with Century Tuna’s Saving Our Seas campaign.

CNPF also deepened partnerships with smallholder fisherfolk and coconut farmers, helping them boost productivity and adopt sustainable practices, while securing a more resilient long-term supply base. These initiatives demonstrate that sustainability is not only a responsibility for CNPF, but a strategic driver of growth that benefits consumers, communities, and shareholders alike.

“We are grateful for this recognition, but even more energized by the work that lies ahead,” Po concluded. “We remain steadfast in our mission to deliver affordable nutrition. Through the right investments and innovations, we aim to continue growing sustainably and inclusively and create a positive impact on the communities we serve through our business.”