In an outstanding achievement, China Banking Corporation (Chinabank) has been honored with the title of 2023 Employer of the Year (EOY) in the Philippines, a recognition presented by the People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP). This prestigious award serves as a beacon of excellence in the realm of people management, and Chinabank stands as the sole bank to have claimed this coveted accolade in the last three decades. The award was formally bestowed upon Chinabank during the 60th PMAP Annual Conference Awards Night, which took place on October 26, 2023, at the Waterfront Hotel in Cebu.
The significance of this accolade was underscored by Chinabank's President and CEO, Romy Uyan, who noted, "Our legacy is not just about banking; it's about people. This achievement reflects our commitment to the wellbeing and happiness of Chinabankers and to creating an empowered and inclusive workplace."
The selection process for the EOY award was highly competitive, with a total of 77 nominations received from various regions across the country. These nominations encompassed three award categories—Employer of the Year, People Manager of the Year, and People Program of the Year. Within the EOY category, 33 nominees were evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria, including strategic business management and HR partnership, performance focus, HR competence and credibility, leadership focus and approaches, people engagement, and risk management and sustainability.
The rigorous evaluation process led to the identification of seven Regional Exemplars, among which were four Exemplar Employers contending for the EOY award. Chinabank emerged as the distinguished winner, with other notable contenders including Manila Water Company, Inc., Murata Philippines, and Rizal Commercial Banking Corp.
The People Management Association of the Philippines (PMAP) serves as the leading organization for companies and professional management executives engaged or interested in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations work in the Philippines. Marking its 47th year, the PMAP Awards program continues the tradition of acknowledging and celebrating best practices in the field of people management, providing a benchmark for others to emulate.
Chinabank's recognition as the 2023 Employer of the Year underscores its unwavering commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive, and thriving work environment for its employees, setting a remarkable example for organizations across the nation.