Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) and Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc. (Sun Life), alongside Johnson & Johnson Philippines, Inc. (J&J), reaffirm their shared commitment to empowering Filipinos to lead brighter lives through a collaborative effort promoting financial literacy and health and wellness.
These industry leaders have joined forces to advocate for financial-medical literacy among their target audience through a series of talks and forums. The collaboration commenced with webinars focusing on mental wellness and prostate cancer awareness for Sun Life employees, followed by a two-part financial planning session for J&J employees.
The initiative aims to create awareness tools, as well as develop products and services tailored to address the financial, medical, and insurance needs of Filipinos.
“Health is indeed wealth, and our collaboration with Johnson & Johnson underscores this reality. We are dedicated to guiding Filipinos towards a future that is not only financially secure but also healthier,” remarks Alex Narciso, President of Sun Life of Canada (Philippines), Inc.
Anna Cristina Blaza, Commercial Leader of Johnson & Johnson Philippines, adds, “Our participation in this meaningful collaboration goes beyond business objectives. We are excited to work together in promoting a healthier life among Filipinos, starting with our employees.”
Key executives from Sun Life in attendance include Alex Narciso, President; Al Quitangon, Chief Distribution Officer; Deo Orpilla, Chief Distribution & Business Development Officer; Lirio Torres, Head of Health & Accident; and May Oruga, Health Affinity Partner. Representing J&J are Noel Borlongan, Head of Government Affairs; Anna Cristina Blaza, Commercial Leader; Dr. Lorenz Angeles, Medical Affairs; Johanna Santiago, Market Access; and Dorothy Regmalos, Market Access Admin Assistant. The event was hosted by Francesca Tolentino, Sun Life’s Lead of Affinity.
Sun Life has a longstanding commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles among Filipinos, evidenced by their diverse health protection plans and initiatives such as Sun Life Cycle PH and the Sun Life 5150 Triathlon. Through collaborative efforts like this, they continue to lead the charge in empowering individuals to live better lives.
