ECOP Kapatid Awards honors SM Supermalls for championing business continuity, sustainability

SM Supermalls was recently recognized at the 2025 Kapatiran sa Industriya (KAPATID) Awards of the Employers Confederation of the Philippines (ECOP), held during the National Conference of Employers at the historic Manila Hotel on July 30, 2025.

Pictured with the award are (L-R) SM Supermalls SVP for Human Resources Cheryll Agsaoay, SM Supermalls President Steven Tan, and SM Supermalls VP for Corporate Compliance Liza Silerio. 

This biennial awards program, now on its 30th year, celebrates companies that exemplify responsible business conduct, industrial peace, ethical labor practices, and innovation-driven sustainability. The recognition highlights SM Supermalls’ unwavering commitment to its people, communities, and long-term business continuity—especially in the face of disruptions and evolving industry challenges.

SM Supermalls’ commitment to its people and communities is felt through programs such as disaster risk reduction exercises and educational seminars & workshops.

SM Supermalls was honored for fostering a workplace anchored in trust and collaboration, its implementation of forward-looking policies to ensure employee welfare and operational resilience, and its integrated sustainability efforts that align with the values of the ECOP Kapatid Awards. SM continues to embed sustainability at the core of its operations—championing energy efficiency, solid waste management, disaster resilience, and green infrastructure across its nationwide mall network. Through its long-term sustainability roadmap, the company aims to create shared value for its stakeholders while helping build a more climate-resilient future for the country. These values include promoting inclusive work environments, powering through transitions with agility, and contributing to a sustainable future.

Sustainability and inclusivity are at the heart of SM Supermalls. 

(L-R): The Rainwater Treatment Facility at SM City Baguio and Eye-Able Technology launched by SM Supermalls on their website to foster digital inclusivity.  

The award was presented by Department of Labor and Employment Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma, affirming the vital role of employers in shaping the country’s workforce and economy.

As ECOP celebrates its 50th anniversary with the theme “Empowering Employers, Building the Nation,” SM Supermalls stands proud to be part of a collective that moves Philippine industries forward through responsible leadership and meaningful impact.