As global economic shifts continue to reshape business priorities, ANZCham gathered nearly 100 industry leaders & decision makers at Makati Shangri-La on 28 May for our May Monthly Members’ Meeting, From Uncertainty to Action: Navigating the Global Economic Shift.
Co-presented by ANZ, the session explored how organizations can respond to evolving challenges across supply chains, energy, workforce dynamics, and investment strategies, fostering meaningful conversations on resilience, innovation, and growth.
The discussion featured insights from distinguished speakers Ma. Cecilia Cruzabra (Group Chief Risk Officer & Group Head of Risk and Sustainability, ACEN; Chief Financial Officer, ACEN International), Bikramdeep Nanda (Head of Corporate Coverage, ANZ), and moderator Simon Terry (General Manager – Philippines, GHD). Together, they examined how businesses can strengthen resilience and unlock opportunities amid ongoing economic uncertainty.
A key theme was adaptability. The panel highlighted AI’s growing role in boosting productivity and expanding access to opportunities, while hybrid work models continue to help organizations balance flexibility and cost efficiency. Energy resilience also emerged as a critical focus, with strategies such as demand management, energy-efficient technologies, and long-term power planning becoming increasingly important in the face of rising electricity costs.
Despite global headwinds, the discussion underscored the Philippines’ strong potential, particularly in services, digital transformation, and AI adoption. The session reinforced a clear message: organizations that embrace innovation, remain agile, and plan strategically will be best positioned to turn uncertainty into opportunity.
We would like to extend special thanks to our Event Partners, Energy World Corporation and GHD, together with our Booth Partner, Jobstreet by SEEK.
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