STATEMENT OF MR. FERDINAND M. PALLERA
ON HIS ASSUMPTION AS THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
31 July 2020
Makati City, Philippines
I am deeply humbled and honored to be elected as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Philippine Nickel Industry Association (PNIA). My good friend and colleague, Mr. Isidro C. Alcantara, Jr. has remarkably accomplished great feats under his leadership, paving the way for PNIA to be recognized as an authoritative voice in industry discussions and for the nickel sector to be acknowledged for its role in the country’s economic development. I look forward to working with the Board and our members to sustain our momentum and to make PNIA a catalyst for progress, unity, and nation building. Together, we shall chart our direction amidst profound changes in the environment and energize our resolve to deliver meaningful contributions to society.