Aboitiz Foods, through its subsidiary Pilmico, actively participated in the 2025 Resilient LGU Program Colloquium, which was held on March 17, 2025. Themed “From Surviving to Thriving: Transformative Strategies through Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships and Innovation,” the event provided a platform for local government units across the country to showcase their transformative strategies and resilience-building efforts.

The Aboitiz Foods team at the colloquium exemplified the collaborative spirit of this partnership, including Alexis Revantad (Vice President, Iligan Site Management and Flour Operation), Glenn Pinonggan (Risk Manager), Katrina Bayog-Mercado (Corporate Social Responsibility Manager), and Kristine Baguio (Admin Manager). They were also joined by key partners from the Iligan City LGU, including Armien Alloro (ICDRRMO Head), Roxanne Arevalo (Public Information Office), and Hasanor Toma (Iligan City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office Staff).

Aboitiz Foods’ participation in the colloquium aligns with the Adopt-a-City program, an initiative that encourages the private sector to invest in an LGU’s resilience efforts. Their partnership with Iligan City, which began in 2022, has shifted from a conventional reactive disaster response and donorship to a more proactive and sustainable model. This partnership focused on long-term resilience planning, which they highlighted during the event. 

One critical aspect of this collaboration is the formalization of the Iligan City Local Resilience Committee. This committee serves as the cornerstone of the city’s resilience strategy, ensuring alignment between policies, community initiatives, and local governance. Other milestones include the development of a comprehensive Climate Disaster Risk Assessment and the creation of a robust Local Climate Change Action Plan. 

The colloquium also offered LGUs from various regions the opportunity to share their own resilience initiatives, emphasizing the transformative strategies and collaborative partnerships that are instrumental in cultivating sustainable and thriving communities. Aboitiz Foods’ active participation reaffirms its commitment to fostering resilient communities through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, especially in Iligan City, where Pilmico has been a part of the community for over 60 years. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does this partnership matter for Iligan City specifically?
Pilmico has been part of the Iligan City community for over 60 years, making this a deeply rooted relationship. The partnership reflects a long-term commitment to building a thriving, climate-resilient community through strategic collaboration and innovative sustainability planning.

What is the Resilient LGU Program Colloquium?
The 2025 Resilient LGU Program Colloquium, held on March 17, 2025, was a national platform themed “From Surviving to Thriving: Transformative Strategies through Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships and Innovation.” It brought together local government units across the Philippines to showcase resilience-building strategies and transformative multi-stakeholder approaches.

How did Aboitiz Foods participate in the colloquium?
Aboitiz Foods participated through Pilmico, sending a team from its Iligan site — including representatives from operations, risk management, CSR, and administration — alongside key partners from the Iligan City LGU such as its disaster risk reduction and management office.

What is the Adopt-a-City program?
The Adopt-a-City program encourages private sector companies to invest in a local government unit’s resilience efforts. Aboitiz Foods joined this initiative through its partnership with Iligan City, which began in 2022 and shifted from reactive disaster response toward a proactive, long-term resilience model.

What milestones came out of the Iligan City partnership?
Key milestones include the formalization of the Iligan City Local Resilience Committee, the completion of a comprehensive Climate Disaster Risk Assessment, and the creation of a Local Climate Change Action Plan — all focused on aligning policies, community initiatives, and governance.