Family Business Survey
The Center for Family Business Excellence of the University of Asia & the Pacific is doing a groundwork research entitled "The Effect of Socioemotional Wealth on Perceived Successful Succession in Family Businesses mediated by Successor Attributes."
Family business owners belonging to the 2nd generation or below, who are mainly managing their family business (micro, small, medium, and large enterprise), are encouraged to participate in this survey.
The survey may be accessed here.
The Center for Family Business Excellence (CFBE) is an educational unit of UA&P that conducts research and shares knowledge on the uniqueness of Filipino and Asian family firms, their impact on the economy, and issues on the challenges of generational transition, legacy perpetuation, as well as sustainable stewardship towards social impact.
UA&P, Phildiz Studios, & Galerie Joaquin Launch “Giving heART” to Restore Cultural Venue
The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), in partnership with Phildiz Studios and Galerie Joaquin, proudly launches “Giving heART: Restoring the Legacy, Transforming the Future”—an art-driven fundraising initiative supporting the renovation of the Celestino M. Dizon Auditorium, a long-standing venue for artistic and cultural expression at UA&P.
For decades, the Dizon Auditorium has served as a hub for plays, concerts, workshops, and exhibits, embodying UA&P’s commitment to holistic education rooted in the liberal arts. Now, with time having taken its toll, the space is in urgent need of restoration and modernization.
"Giving heART" aims to raise funds for this purpose through a digital catalogue sale featuring curated works by emerging and established Filipino artists. Running from June to September 2025, the campaign also includes a silent auction of ten limited-edition fine art nature photographs by renowned photographer Philip Dizon.
The initiative will culminate in an on-site exhibit in September 2025 at the Dizon Auditorium on the UA&P Ortigas Campus, where guests can view the featured artworks in person. All proceeds will go directly to the auditorium’s renovation.
"Giving heART" underscores the vital role of the arts in education—and the importance of preserving spaces that nurture creativity, culture, and community.
View the digital catalogue here:bit.ly/givingheart2025
For updates, featured artworks, and behind-the-scenes content, follow the UA&P Fund Development Office on Facebook and Instagram, or visit fdo.uap.asia. Inquiries may be forwarded to [email protected].
LIB midyear term and midyear term break schedule
The University Library's schedule for the mid-year term and mid-year term break for SY2024-2025 are as follows:
Meditation for Women on June 24
All female faculty and staff are invited to the Meditation for Women on June 24 (Tuesday) from 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the ALB Oratory. This monthly 30-minute meditation offers an opportunity for female employees to pause, reflect, pray, and listen to God.
Immediately after the meditation, a merienda get-together will be held at the Executive Café.
To register for the activities, click here. For inquiries, please contact Ms. Zoila Pilola at [email protected].
SSE’s Tokyo study tour highlights innovation and leadership
From May 25 to 31, 2025, the School of Sciences, Engineering, and Technology (SSE) of the University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P) undertook an academic and corporate study tour in Tokyo, Japan. Leading the delegation was Dr. Varsolo Sunio, Director of the Industrial Engineering Program. Four UA&P students, namely Luke Soriano, Luise Paner, Andrew Choa, and Nic Kenneth Padilla joined the tour.
The itinerary, inspired by SSE’s vision of integrating engineering and technology with strong business acumen, featured visits to two top universities, a renowned graduate school of leadership, and three leading corporate institutions.
At the Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Dr. Takanori Sakai welcomed the group to the Urban Freight Research Lab (UFRL), where a joint seminar tackled the dynamics between urban freight and land use. The delegation also visited the University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Engineering, where Dr. Kimihiro Hino hosted a research exchange on mobility, safety, and the built environment using survey data and big data techniques. Dr. Sunio took the opportunity to introduce UA&P and its current research initiatives, from shipment consolidation and transport electrification to public transport governance and financing models.
Dr. Takanori Sakai (standing, 4th from left) with the UA&P delegation and other guests of the research lab.
The team also visited Shizenkan University Graduate School of Leadership and Innovation, where Mr. Junichi Kagaya shared the school’s whole-person education philosophy and its collaboration with IESE Business School. A short walking tour of the nearby Nihonbashi area, including COREDO Muromachi and the Bank of Japan, added a cultural layer to the visit.
Mr. Junichi Kagaya (rightmost) with UA&P students (L-R) Nic Kenneth Padilla, Andrew Choa, Luise Paner, and Luke Soriano.
On the corporate side, the delegation met with ALMEC Corporation, a global planning and management consultancy involved in various JICA-funded projects in Asia and across the world. Dr. Chen-Wei Li, Mr. Yosui Seki, and Dr. Tithiwach Tansawat shared their global project experience and career advice with the students.
The UA&P delegation led by Industrial Engineering Program Director Dr. Varsolo Sunio (seated, rightmost) was welcomed by (seated, L-R) Dr. Tithiwach Tansawat, Mr. Yosui Seki, and Dr. Chen-Wei Li of ALMEC Corporation.
The group also visited the headquarters of Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy (LVMH) Japan GK. Mr. Lloyd Besin, LVMH’s Procurement Director, walked the students through the intricacies of luxury brand supply chains and procurement while offering career advice based on his journey—from managing Uniqlo store rollouts in Europe to joining LVMH.
With LVMH Japan GK Procurement Director Mr. Lloyd Besin (rightmost).
At Zevero Japan, a forward-thinking sustainability startup, CEO Mr. Marvin Mori talked about how companies can reduce their carbon footprint using AI-powered tools. He also gave a candid comparison between working at large corporations like Toshiba and BloombergNEF versus life at a startup.
With Zevero Japan CEO Mr. Marvin Mori (leftmost).
Of course, no trip to Tokyo would be complete without immersing in its culture. The group explored some of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods: Shibuya, Shinjuku, Akihabara, and the historic Imperial Palace.
Plans are already underway for SSE’s next international academic and corporate immersion in 2026.