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Magellan Solutions proudly celebrated its year-end party, titled Move–gellan: Movin’ Through Christmas, on December 13, 2025, at the Rizal Park Hotel in Manila. It was a night of style, connection, and festive cheer, as the members of the Magellan tribe dressed to impress in their best white and blue attire. Everyone closed out the year in elegance and welcomed the next with excitement. Michael Jirro Escobio and Dave Galgana hosted the event.
Opening Remarks from the CEO
Fred Chua, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Magellan Solutions, provided the opening remarks for the event. He began by articulating his vision for Magellan Solutions to become a successful, locally owned business process outsourcing (BPO) company in the Philippines. He challenged everyone to strive to contribute to achieving this vision in 2026.
In addition, the CEO discussed the results of a recently concluded survey in which approximately 800 Magellan Solutions employees participated. The survey results showed an approval rating of 87% for Magellan Solutions, a vast improvement from the 2024 approval rating of 76%. Finally, the CEO discussed Magellan Solutions’ core values, which are integral to its unique identity. These are flexibility, humility, responsiveness, supportiveness, perseverance, initiative, dedication, and integrity.
Raffle Draw
As part of its annual tradition, a raffle draw with both minor and major prizes happened during the year-end party. This year, the major prizes included a Redmi tablet, a washing machine, and a laptop.
Congratulations to the following MAJOR prize winners of the raffle draw:
- Redmi Tablet – CHRISTIAN PANOPIO
- Washing Machine – CHRISTIAN NOE RICO
- Laptop – ERLYN ESMAYOR
Congratulations to the following MINOR prize winners of the raffle draw:
- Electric Kettle: ROBERT LABUTAY, JAYVY MACOY DIZON, GABRIELLE BIBIANO, ALLAN GADDI, DINA MACARIO, JASON MAGSINO, & RANDY LAYUG
- Blender: MARLON BALONTONG, JONA CUNANAN, MARIA HERNANDEZ, & SHERWIN SUMAYA
- Rice Cooker: HENRY VALERIO, KHENZ TABILIN, DENVER DEVEGA, & JOMMEL TILOS
- Coffee Maker: ROSALIE SAPINAS & ROLAND CECILIO
- Casserole Set: FAMELA COSTELLAS, MYRNA DELA CRUZ, CHRISMANE MIRANDA, & MARILOU NUDALO
- Mixer: JOHN STEVE POLINO & JOANA DUMRIQUE
- Induction Cooker: SHERWIN ROSARIO
- Turbo Broiler: VANESSA PADERES & ACE SAN JUAN
- Electric Fan: JAMES BINOYA, JUNE MARZOL, RICAMAY MAGAMAY & ALEXANDER CHACON
- Air Fryer: REANTHONY RAMIREZ & CHERRY BERNARDO
- Microwave: JOHN VILLENA, JOHN BRIALANTES, JESSALYN VILLAMIN & CARL BOLGA
- Oven: MALEEN SUMPER & CATHERINE PEREZ
Dinner & Magellan Sessionistas
Everyone enjoyed the delicious dinner served at the Rizal Park Hotel. For appetizers, there were Cream Dubarry soup, assorted bread and rolls, sisig bruschetta, chicken finger shooter, salmon and mango canape, and chef’s garden salad. For the main course, there was roasted pork loin with cranberry sauce, roasted chicken, fish fillet, mixed vegetables, and steamed rice. For dessert, there were assorted mini cakes and tropical fruit platters. While everyone was enjoying dinner, the Magellan Sessionistas indulged everyone with their beautiful songs.
Christmas Team Contest
This year’s year-end party featured a special performance contest with the festive theme “Move–gellan: Movin’ Through Christmas!” Each team had a minimum of 10 members and performed for around 5–8 minutes. Each performance featured singing and dancing to Christmas-themed music. Each team included at least one Head from the following roles: CEO, COO, PM, PS, SSL, SL, & STL.
Congratulations to the following winners of the Christmas team contest:
- 1st place – Team Summit (recipient of 8,000 pesos cash prize)
- 2nd place – Team COO (recipient of 5,000 pesos cash prize)
- 3rd place – Team FC (recipient of 3,000 pesos cash prize)
- 4th place – Team Centris (recipient of 2,000 pesos cash prize)
- 5th place – Team Mezzanine (recipient of 1,000 pesos cash prize)
- 6th place – Team CEO (recipient of 1,000 pesos cash prize)
2025 Sportsfest Awarding Ceremony
The annual sportsfest at Magellan Solutions enables leaders and employees to showcase their competitive spirit and teamwork. This year’s event featured competitions in basketball, volleyball, bowling, and badminton.
Congratulations to the following winners of this year’s sportsfest:
- Bowling: Team COO
- Badminton: Team CEO
- Basketball: Team Summit
- Volleyball: Team Centris
BASKETBALL MVP: Rogie Dagunan (Team Summit)
MYTHICAL FIVE: Dielen Norbeto (Team Centris), Jasper Dizon (Team FC), Jomar de los Angeles (Team COO), Adam Garcia (Team Mezza), Vince Reyes (Team CEO)
VOLLEYBALL MVP: Dielen Norbeto (Team Centris)
MYTHICAL FIVE: Kierwel Diamante (Team FC), John Paolo Catapang (Team COO), Matthew Cortez (Team Mezza), Arriane Fidelino (Team CEO), Mikko Daprosa (Team Centris), Joshua Valdez (Team Summit)
Station ID Contest
Teams and departments across Magellan Solutions participated in a Station ID contest, creating their own holiday-season videos. The Management Committee judged the contestants using the following criteria: Creativity & Originality (30%), Performance & Execution (30%), Christmas Spirit (20%), Audience Impact (10%), and Facebook Likes / Reactions (10%).
Congratulations to Team IDS for winning this year’s Station ID Contest.
Best-Dressed Award
While the members of the Magellan tribe dressed to impress in their best white and blue attire, two stood out and were recognized as the event drew to a close. Congratulations to Jovielyn Bauyon & Kierwell Diamante for winning the best-dressed award.
Closing Remarks from the CPO
Rodel Carandang, the Chief Process Officer (CPO) of Magellan Solutions, delivered the closing remarks for the event. He thanked everyone who helped Magellan Solutions celebrate its 20th anniversary. He acknowledged that this year was tough for everyone, but ultimately, everyone persevered and chose to stay with Magellan Solutions. “We will grow, improve, and rise together,” said Carandang.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 year-end party was a great way to celebrate the hard work of every member of the Magellan tribe over the course of 12 months. Congratulations to the Culture Committee for another well-organized and successful event. Let us continue striving so we can look forward to greater success in 2026!
