Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation’s former president and chief executive and Department of Public Works and Highway’s former secretary Rogelio Singson was given the “MAP Management Person of the Year 2024” Award on Nov. 25, 2024 from the Management Association of the Philippines (MAP).
Singson was recognized for implementing a Good Governance and Anti-Corruption Program in the DPWH which changed its image from one of the most corrupt agencies to an acknowledged efficient line agency under his stewardship during the term of President Benigno Aquino III.
He was also recognized for his contribution to re-shaping national values by being a model of humility, ethical conduct and spiritual uprightness; setting an example for Filipino managers through an unblemished track record of integrity, managerial competence and professional leadership in his management career in both private and public sectors, particularly in the areas of public-private partnership, tollways management, water and power utilities privatization, airports, seaports and resorts.
He was further lauded for his active role in the MVP Group’s substantial contribution to national development in terms of job creation and income opportunities for various sectors of the economy.