BIZ BUZZ: A new Ang at Ginebra

Inquirer.net - Nov 5, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Another member of the Ang family is stepping into the boardroom. Jacob Paolo Ang, son of San Miguel Corp. (SMC) chair and CEO Ramon Ang, has secured a seat on the board of Ginebra San Miguel Inc., adding another corporate role to his growing portfolio. In a disclosure on Wednesday, the liquor maker

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