SGV at 80: The legacy continues

　　SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co. (SGV)， the Philippines’ largest professional services firm, celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, markingeight decades of trusted services and professional excellence. 

　　Founded in 1946 by Washington SyCip as a modest one-man accounting practice, SGV has evolved into a multidisciplinary services firm of over 5,600 professionals serving corporations, family enterprises, and public institutions across the nation. From the post-war rebuilding era to the dynamic business landscape of today, SGV has expanded its expertise beyond audit and tax to include services such as business, technology (including cybersecurity)， risk, people consulting and sustainability。

　　SGV has been actively involvedin seeking to improve financial reporting standards, strengthening corporate governance, andpromotingbusiness managementeducation in the Philippines. Its expertise and counsel have established for the Firm a reputation for integrity and excellence as it helps clients navigate and through periods of change and challenge. With itspool of world-class professionals and its membership in the global EY organization, SGV seamlessly integrates global expertise with a deep understanding of the local business landscape. 

　　As it embarks on its eighth decade, SGV remains committed to its Purpose of nurturingleaders and enabling businesses for a better Philippines。

　　Celebrating a Continuing Legacy of Integrity, Excellence and Purpose

　　The milestone theme, “Celebrating a Continuing Legacy of Integrity, Excellence and Purpose,” reflects the enduring values that have defined SGV for eight decades. Beyond technical rigor and independent judgment, SGV has continually evolved as a trusted business advisor—enabling clients to build resilient enterprises and contribute to broader economic growth. The Firm’s success is rooted in long-standing relationships grounded in trust, as well as a shared commitment to helping organizations maximize their potential. Guided by the principles instilled by its founders, SGV’s mission remains clear: to strengthen confidence in business, empower sustainable growth, and create lasting value for clients and the economy。

　　The 80th anniversary logo features a compass, a powerful visual representation of the firm’s steadfast commitment to its Purpose: nurturing leaders and enabling business for a better Philippines. The compass symbolizes guidance, direction, and a clear sense of purpose—qualities that have been integral to SGV’s journey over the past eight decades. 

　　At the heart of SGV’s Purposeis itsdedication to developing future leaders who will contribute positively to the business environment in the Philippines. The compass reflects this commitment by representing the firm’s role in mentoring and empowering individuals, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the challenges of the modern business world. Moreover, the compass signifies SGV’s focus on enabling businesses to thrive. By providing insightful advice and innovative solutions, SGV helps organizations chart their course toward sustainable success, ultimately contributing to the betterment of the Philippine economy and society as a whole。