{
  "id": 17436613,
  "title": "SGV names new chairman",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/31/sgv-names-new-chairman",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-31T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Philippine Star Business",
    "slug": "philippine-star-business",
    "url": "https://www.philstar.com/business/2026/11/01/2566950/sgv-names-new-chairman"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "MANILA, Philippines — Professional services firm SGV & Co. has appointed Michael Sabado as its new chairman and country managing partner, effective November 3. In his new role, Sabado aims to strengthen relationships, boost collaboration, and expedite talent development, positioning SGV & Co. among the most trusted firms in the country. With over three decades of experience at SGV, Sabado brings a wealth of knowledge from various roles, including assurance partner, market group leader, client relationship leader, and co-head of Japan Business Services. During his tenure, he has guided organizations through change and growth, deepened key client engagements, and supported growth. Sabado graduated from San Beda College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce, majoring in Accounting.",
  "summary": "Professional services firm SGV & Co. has named Michael Sabado as its new chairman and country managing partner.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}