Dr. Antonio Tamayo, the president and chief executive officer of the Dalta Group of Companies, has been recognized as the grand winner at the 17th Asia CEO Awards held on October 13, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel's grand ballroom in Pasay City, Philippines. This significant accolade honors exemplary leadership and commitment to excellence in business.
In his role, Dr. Tamayo has also achieved the rank of brigadier general in the Armed Forces of the Philippines Reserve Command, demonstrating a dual commitment to leadership both in the corporate sector and the military. The awards ceremony highlighted Tamayo's visionary leadership that is pivotal in driving the Dalta Group's mission of service and excellence, particularly in healthcare and education, areas crucial to national development.
The award trophy was presented by Aldie Garcia, vice chairman and assurance managing partner at PwC Philippines, alongside Laurice Quintero, business development head at BIPO. Due to attendance constraints, Lt. Col. Richard Tamayo, president of Perpetual Help Medical Center (PHMC), accepted the trophy on behalf of Dr. Tamayo, reflecting the collaborative spirit of the Dalta Group community.
The event also recognized nine other finalists who displayed exceptional leadership qualities. Among them were notable figures such as Ma. Rhoda Campos from Infosys BPM, Roel Castro of MORE Electric and Power Corporation, and Mybelle Aragon-GoBio, CEO of Robinsons Land Corporation, among others. Each finalist was acknowledged for their commitment to innovation and service in their respective industries.
The recognition earned by Dr. Tamayo not only shines a light on his individual accomplishments but also on the collective efforts of the Dalta Group, which encompasses significant entities such as the University of Perpetual Help System Dalta and Perpetual Help Medical Center. With campuses across four locations, including Laguna and Calabarzon, the group stands as a significant player in educational services and healthcare provision in the region.
Those attending the awards ceremony from the Dalta Group included Atty. Josefina 'Nena' Tamayo, board secretary; Anton Tamayo, vice president for sports of the University; Dr. Arnaldo De Guzman, school director of the LP campus; and several other key executives, all contributing to the recognition of their leader's efforts.