PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco addresses the guests and attendees during the culminating activity of the agency’s month-long Women’s Month celebration on March 25, 2026 at PAGCOR Corporate Office in Pasay City.
Outstanding women leaders and loyal employees took center stage at the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation’s Women’s Month culminating event dubbed, “DAKILA: A Celebration of Fine Women”, held at the PAGCOR corporate office in Pasay City on Wednesday, March 25.
The agency conferred the Dakilang Babaylan Award on four women for their leadership and influence: San Juan City Rep. Ysabel J. Zamora-Jornada, Iloilo City Mayor Raisa S. Treñas, Manila Vice Mayor Chi I. Atienza, and John Clements Consultants, Inc. President and CEO Carol V. Dominguez.
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco (3rd from left) pose for a photo opportunity after a surprise award was given for the women of PAGCOR behind the successful Women’s Month celebration.
With them are (from left) Chief of Staff Carol De Leon, President and Chief Operating Officer Atty. Wilma Eisma, Special Assistant to the CEO Atty. Julia Morales, Health Services and Wellness Department OIC Dr. Janice Saraza, and Entertainment Department AVP Shirley Dungca.
PAGCOR also conferred the Dakilang Juana Award to three long-serving personnel for their professionalism and loyalty and for their contributions to the agency’s success: Zenaida Gebaña of Casino Filipino Tagaytay (40 years in service), Jocelyn Sales of Casino Filipino Bacolod (39 years), and Elsa Carreon of Casino Filipino Malabon Grand (37 years).
All smiles as recipients of the Dakilang Juana Awards (from left) Treasury Officer II Zenaida Gebaña, Assistant Gaming Officer Jocelyn Sales and Senior Bingo Assistant Elsa Carreon share a moment during PAGCOR’s National Women’s Month culminating activity on March 25, 2026.
PAGCOR Chairman and CEO Alejandro Tengco said the awards reflect the enduring spirit of the Babaylan – pre-colonial Filipino women who were revered as leaders, healers, and guides.
“Today, we may no longer use the word Babaylan in everyday conversation, but we certainly recognize its undying spirit,” Mr. Tengco said.
Dakilang Babaylan awardees (from left) John Clements Consultants, Inc. President and CEO Carol V. Dominguez, Iloilo City Mayor Raisa S. Treñas, San Juan City Congresswoman Ysabel J. Zamora-Jornada and Manila Vice Mayor Chi I. Atienza prepare to answer the question being ask by Atty. Miguel San Andres in panel discussion during “DAKILA: A Celebration of Fine Women,” at PAGCOR Corporate Office.
He added that PAGCOR’s observance of Women’s Month underscores the organization’s commitment to an inclusive and empowering workplace.
“As we move forward, may we continue to support one another and nurture a workplace where everyone – women and men alike – can grow, lead, and succeed,” he said.
Throughout March, PAGCOR held activities promoting women’s empowerment and well-being, including health and wellness webinars, Zumba sessions, a women’s bazaar, an all-women bingo event, and a Lenten season pilgrimage.
