Speaking Out
by Ignacio R. Bunye
In a landmark achievement, Mariana Zobel de Ayala, Ayala Land’s Senior Vice President for Leasing and Hospitality, has been honored as the 2024 Philippines Rising Star at the 12th PropertyGuru Philippines Property Awards. This accolade, presented on September 6 at Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, marks the first time a female has received this prestigious award.
Reflecting on this recognition, Zobel de Ayala remarked, “To me, this recognition represents years of commitment on the part of Ayala Land towards the objective of creating spaces that people love. I believe this award is a signal to the broader Ayala Land team that we continue to be on the right track in evolving with the Filipino consumer.”
The jury, comprising members from Bridges, the official partner of the PropertyGuru awards, and editors from Property Report, unanimously selected Zobel de Ayala for her exceptional contributions to the industry and her pivotal role in shaping the future of real estate in the Philippines.
The gala ceremony was a night of triumph for Ayala Land, which was named Best Sustainable Developer. Alveo Land, a subsidiary, won the inaugural Social Impact Award. Among the winning property developments were Ayala Triangle Gardens Tower 2, recognized as Best CBD Development, and Alveo Land’s Viento at Cerca in Alabang and Cerule at Solinea in Cebu City, both awarded Best High-End Condo Development in Metro Manila and Metro Cebu, respectively.
Additionally, Alveo Land’s Parkford Suites Legazpi and Patio Suites Abreeza received “Highly Commended” citations. Ayala Land was also acknowledged as Best Mixed-Use Developer, AyalaLand Logistics Holdings Corp. as Best Industrial Developer, and Pampanga Technopark as Best Industrial Development.
The annual awards program, organized by the NYSE-listed PropertyGuru Group, will see top winners from the Philippines compete for “Best in Asia” at the Asia Property Awards in December. This recognition not only celebrates individual and corporate excellence but also underscores the dynamic evolution of the real estate landscape in the Philippines.
