PICPA names SMIC Chairman Emeritus Jose Sio honorary life member

SM Investments Corp. (SMIC) Chairman Emeritus Jose T. Sio has been named an honorary life member by the Philippine Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA).

PICPA recognized Sio for his outstanding accomplishments and significant contributions to the advancement of the accountancy profession, as well as his active involvement in various accounting and professional organizations.

Sio previously received the Accountancy Centenary Award of Excellence in 2023 and the Parangal San Mateo in 2022, the highest honor given to an accounting professional.

He emphasized the significant role of accountancy in the growth and integrity of Philippine businesses, building trust and confidence among stockholders.

Sio also highlighted his privilege of working with organizations like the SM Group that view accounting as a crucial part of their growth journey.

Beyond his roles at SMIC, he serves as a director at China Banking Corp., Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corp., and NLEX Corp., a board advisor at BDO Unibank, Inc., and chairman and president of SM Foundation, Inc.