Demonstrating excellence and innovation across multiple fronts, PLDT Inc. (PLDT) and its wireless arm Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) bagged a total of nine Stevie® Awards at the 2025 Asia-Pacific Stevie® Awards, the highest number received by any Philippine telco this year.
These wins reaffirm PLDT and Smart’s commitment to meaningful innovation and inclusive programs that create real impact for customers, communities, and the country.
The Group earned three Gold Stevies®, two Silver Stevies®, and four Bronze Stevies®, celebrating standout initiatives that range from supporting Filipino businesses, farmers and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), to championing Filipino athletes and promoting digital inclusion for marginalized sectors in the Philippines.
PLDT and Smart were recognized with gold Stevies® for its Digital Farmers Program, a collaboration with farmers’ groups and agri-stakeholders, this program equips farmers with mobile technology and digital know-how to boost productivity and market access.